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LCR4803
Assignment 1
Semester 2
2024
[Year]
[Type the company address]
, Book
Media Law in South Africa
LCR4803 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE
August 2024 ; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
1.1 In 1644 Milton developed his speech theory based on a quest for the truth.
This was done to protest the licensing of publications by the government of his
day. Today, 360 years later, licensing remains problematic, although freedom
of speech has been acknowledged. (a) What is the situation in South Africa at
present regarding: (aa) the licensing of publications, especially of
newspapers, and (bb) the licensing of broadcasting services? Explain in detail
whether control is exercised over (aa) and (bb) above licensing. Indicate
whether licensing is applicable, and if so, discuss the various aspects
pertaining to licensing, for example, (i) the categories of licenses. (ii) the
person or institution issuing the licenses. (iii) the person or institution to whom
complaints regarding the services in the case of (aa) and (bb) should be
directed. (b) Are there valid reasons why the above approach regarding
licensing should be followed by the South African government?
1.1 Licensing of Publications and Broadcasting Services in
South Africa
(a) The Situation in South Africa
aa) Licensing of Publications
South Africa does not currently require a license for the publication of newspapers or other print
media.
This is a significant departure from the historical practice of government control over the press.
The country has adopted a liberal approach to media freedom, enshrined in its Constitution,
which guarantees freedom of expression and the press.
1. License to Censor: The use of media regulation to restrict press freedom - South Africa
LCR4803
Assignment 1
Semester 2
2024
[Year]
[Type the company address]
, Book
Media Law in South Africa
LCR4803 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024 - DUE
August 2024 ; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations.
1.1 In 1644 Milton developed his speech theory based on a quest for the truth.
This was done to protest the licensing of publications by the government of his
day. Today, 360 years later, licensing remains problematic, although freedom
of speech has been acknowledged. (a) What is the situation in South Africa at
present regarding: (aa) the licensing of publications, especially of
newspapers, and (bb) the licensing of broadcasting services? Explain in detail
whether control is exercised over (aa) and (bb) above licensing. Indicate
whether licensing is applicable, and if so, discuss the various aspects
pertaining to licensing, for example, (i) the categories of licenses. (ii) the
person or institution issuing the licenses. (iii) the person or institution to whom
complaints regarding the services in the case of (aa) and (bb) should be
directed. (b) Are there valid reasons why the above approach regarding
licensing should be followed by the South African government?
1.1 Licensing of Publications and Broadcasting Services in
South Africa
(a) The Situation in South Africa
aa) Licensing of Publications
South Africa does not currently require a license for the publication of newspapers or other print
media.
This is a significant departure from the historical practice of government control over the press.
The country has adopted a liberal approach to media freedom, enshrined in its Constitution,
which guarantees freedom of expression and the press.
1. License to Censor: The use of media regulation to restrict press freedom - South Africa
