2.2 Citizens’ access to domestic and international media sources is not restricted by state authorities. ________________________________________________________________ ANALYSIS: There are no restrictions by state authorities on citizens’ access to domestic and international media. This landscape is very liberal, so much so that it has given people cause to worry because of the type of newsprint found on media stands. Satellite TV is available for those who can afford it, and with it access to CNN, BBC, DW TV, M-NET. SCORES: Individual scores: 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5 Average score: 5.0 2. 3 Efforts are undertaken to increase the scope of circulation of the print media, particularly to rural communities. ANALYSIS: At the national level, there are no deliberate efforts to increase the scope of circulation of print media to rural communities. Daily Graphic has plans to publish at regional levels, which may in turn lead to an increase in numbers and quick delivery. Even such a measure may not necessarily improve the outreach to rural communities, due to problems of affordability and literacy levels. Much more than over simply access as such, the concern is over whether rural communities really want newspapers and will be able to afford them, and whether they will be able to read and understand the stories. SCORES: Individual scores: 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 1, 2 Average score: 1.2 8