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Stop Live broadcasts Homosexual Case

Stop Live broadcasts Homosexual Case

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By Noel Mkwaila-BLANTYRE A Malawian citizen and rights activist, Fryson Chodzi has written Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority-MACRA to suspend two radio stations, MBC Radio 1 and Zodiak from broadcasting live the proceedings of a homosexuality court case. Chodzi argues broadcasting such case is leading to violation of children's rights, cultural values and religious beliefs. "As a representative of majority, I feel compelled to voice out my concerns on behalf of those who find such discussions inappropriate and against our norms," reads a letter to MACRA's Director General, Daud Suleman. He says the language being used during the broadcast is offensive in nature hence not fit for radios to be airing such. Suleman was not available for a comment. The two media houses...