Golden Matonga
Golden Matonga is the Chairperson of MISA Malawi, an organization that advocates for press freedom and the protection of journalists in Malawi. He has been a prominent voice in promoting a free and independent media landscape in the country. Recently, he praised President Lazarus Chakwera's administration for fostering a relatively free environment for the press, amidst ongoing discussions about the challenges and the actual state of media freedom in Malawi.
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Golden Matonga is the Chairperson of MISA Malawi who signed the submission for reforms to the Communications Act.
MISA Malawi Pushes for Radical Reforms to End Political Control of MBC, MACRA - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2025-10-21Golden Matonga described the situation as a betrayal of journalism.
Malawi’s state broadcaster chief humiliated live on TV – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-10-20
Golden Matonga is the Chairperson of MISA Malawi who praised ESCOM for its proactive engagement in the fight against vandalism.
ESCOM, MISA Malawi Unite to Fight Vandalism Through New Media Award - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-16
Golden Matonga is the Chairperson of MISA Malawi who commended Inua Advocacy for their financial support.
Inua Advocacy, MISA Malawi sign MOU to amplify voices of refugees: Supports with K2.5m for MISA gala, awards - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-10-09
Matonga is the chairperson of the Media Institute of Southern Africa's Malawi chapter and spoke about media pressures during the elections.
Malawi ruling party claims tampering in vote count
Kenya· 2025-09-21
Journalist Golden Matonga captured the dilemma: 'It is profound desperation that has made the once-banished Mutharika...'
Malawi’s unlikely comeback man – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-09-19
Golden Matonga, chairperson of the 2025 Presidential Debates Task Force, defended the debate process.
Kabambe, Atupele Set for Showdown as Chakwera and Mutharika Shun Debate - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-08-21
Golden Matonga is the Chairperson of the Debate Committee, which has faced backlash for excluding Michael Usi.
Usi Omission From Presidential Debate Ignites Outrage: “Why Ignore Malawi’s Most Popular Candidate Now?” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-08-20
Golden Matonga, chairperson of the Presidential Debates Task Force, emphasized the need for a focused debate with candidates who have realistic chances of winning.
Only “Real Contenders” to Face Off in Presidential Debates — Small Parties Left Out - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-08-11
Golden Matonga, Chairperson of MISA Malawi, delivered a stinging indictment on the decline of press freedom in Malawi.
Smile for the Camera, Muzzle the Press: Chakwera’s Two-Faced Media Strategy - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-05-04
MISA Malawi Chairperson Golden Matonga praised the Chakwera administration for creating a relatively free environment for the press.
Chakwera cautions Media: Don’t Be Megaphones for Social Media Madness - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-05-04