The Press Systems of Zambia and South Africa after 1994.
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Normative Press Theories and The Dark Continent: The Press Systems of Zambia and South Africa after 1994 1. Introduction "Show me a government that is satisfied with its press, and I will show you an autocracy. Show me a press that is satisfied with its government, and I will show you a lifeless and ill-informed people." * Ben Bradlee, editor of the Washington Post, October 1996. The following essay is an account of the orientation of the press system, found within the countries of South Africa and Zambia. Generally, the state of a countries press system varies with that of the countries government's ideology. From the latter half of the twentieth century; these two countries undergo various and significant changes in their political systems, having a prominent effect on their respective press systems. Through a brief history; by examining the two countries press laws and analysing case studies; this essay will explore, define and...


