Publisher's Synopsis
"This Book: Freedom of Expression and Media Laws in South Sudan explains the laws governing freedom of expression, media laws and the right of the public to access information in South Sudan; traces their implementations; critiques them and offers a number of recommendations on how to ensure respect for the right to freedom of expression, freedom of the press, and the right to information in South Sudan, in line with the Constitution, international law and standards, and best practices." Roger Alfred Yoron Modi, the Author of the Book."This book is timely for the enlightenment of the public on their rights and limitations on access to information and freedom of expression. It is also important to journalists, lawyers and students in South Sudan on learning the media laws of the Country and how to improve them." Robert Badri, Advocate before all Courts in South Sudan, Legal Consultant, and Managing Partner at Badri & Associates. "This book highlights the challenges facing the media and the right of the public to access information in South Sudan and how to make improvements. It's suitable to everyone who wants to know how to access information and exercise freedom of expression in the Country." Juol Madhal, multimedia journalist."The book shines light on the challenges both the Media Authority and journalists go through in the process of implementation of the Media laws in South Sudan. It paves the way for reform within the different entities party to the implementation of the Media laws." Steven Mark Enadio, Advocate, Media Laws consultant and partner at Enadio Law Chambers.
