The Media team of the uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY hereby invite all journalists (print,
radio, television, film, news agencies and online media) who are on assignment for a
bona fide media organization to register and be accredited for the uMKHONTO
WESIZWE PARTY People’s Mandate Launch that will take place on Saturday, 18th May
2024 at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg, Soweto.
This media accreditation process is open to all journalists and serves to register media
in a transparent, consistent, and fair manner, with a view to ensuring a well-managed
event.
Media accreditation is required for all journalists, photographers, and videographers
who wish to attend the uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY People’s Mandate Launch in person. Media accreditation is strictly reserved for members of the press who represent
a bona fide media organization. Media accreditation is non-transferable.
To receive accreditation, media must be able to present Government Identity
Document (ID) along with a business card and/or a letter requesting accreditation on
official letterhead of a media organization, signed by the Publisher, Editor-in-chief, or
Assignment Editor (along with their contact information).
Applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and the decisions of the Media
team of the uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY are final. If the individual does not meet the
requirements for accreditation, they may still view the event broadcast online. The
broadcast will be a live webcast and may also be downloaded after the launch from the
uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY website, www.umkhontowesizeparty.org.za.
Online media
The uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY will only recognize websites belonging to a
recognized media organization and have a specific, verifiable street address and a
telephone number.
Online publications which are communications outreach or advocacy publications of
non-governmental or non-profit organizations do not qualify for media accreditation.
Freelance Journalists
Freelance journalists, including photographers, must provide clear documentation that
they are on assignment from a specific news organization or publication. A valid
assignment letter from that news organization, or publication, is required.
Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis and the decisions of Media
team of the uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY are final. If an individual does not meet the
requirements for accreditation, they may still view the hearing broadcast online.
The Media team of the uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY reserves the right to deny or
withdraw accreditation of journalists from media organizations who abuse the
privileges so extended, put the accreditation to improper use, or act in a way not
consistent with the principles of the Media team of the uMKHONTO WESIZWE PARTY.
Guidelines
- Accreditation must be worn at all times during the event. You will be required to
present a piece of Identity Document (ID) in order to collect your accreditation
badge. - Media are asked to arrive one hour before the event begins for accreditation and
any briefings. Audio or visual equipment must be set up a minimum of
30 minutes before the event begins. Media who arrive after the event begins will
only be allowed to set up during a break. - Video recording equipment is permitted in the uMKHONTO WESIZWE MEDIA
room, in a designated fixed location. - Media may not move around when the President delivers his speech.
- Media must wait for a break in the proceedings (i.e. between speakers) before
moving equipment. - The use of audio recorders is permitted but usage must not be distracting. A
sound board will be available for reporters to access an audio feed. - If media disrupt the proceedings, they may be asked to leave by the uMKHONTO
WESIZWE MEDIA Team.
All media accreditation applications and requests should be directed to the following:
Vusi Nong
Contact Mobile 082 822 2818
Email: nong.vusi@gmail.com
