The Mozambique branch of the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) says the appointment of the former minister of trade and industry, Armando Inroga, to head up Mozambique’s state television company TVM, is a threat to free speech and violates the constitution. MISA’s statement on Wednesday afternoon points to a line in Mozambique’s constitution that…...

Armando Inroga, right, toasts his appointment as TVM chairman with Prime Minister Carlos Agostinho do Rosario. Photo: Office of the PM