First published Oct 19, 2026, 9:15:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 19, 2026, 9:15:15 AM UTC

Government pays tribute to media fraternity

South Africa’s government honored journalists, editors, publishers and media workers who resisted apartheid-era censorship, marking Black Wednesday, also called National Press Freedom Day. It said the commemoration renews its commitment to protecting press freedom.

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The government said the commemoration reaffirms the importance of protecting press freedom and constitutional rights in South Africa.

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