Media does not give Lindiwe Sisulu due credit
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By Steve Motale
One of the key roles played by the media in a democracy is to inform society truthfully, objectively without fear or favour. The backbone of any democracy is an independent, ethical and responsible media.
Sadly, the media has scored many own goals leading to a loss of faith among the public in news groups.
Not so long ago, one so-called leading Sunday publication was left with egg on its face when it admitted to allowing itself “to be manipulated by those with ulterior motives”.
The question is: has this publication and its mainstream media partners learnt from their mistakes?