The African Media and Communicators Forum (AMCF) has condemned the alleged manhandling of a Kaya FM journalist at the Constitutional Court on Thursday. Image: AI Generated.
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Media forum condemns alleged manhandling of Kaya FM journalist at ConCourt
The African Media and Communicators Forum has called for an impartial investigation after a Kaya FM journalist was allegedly manhandled while covering a story at the Constitutional Court, raising concerns about journalist safety and media freedom.
The African Media and Communicators Forum (AMCF) has condemned the alleged manhandling of a Kaya FM journalist at the Constitutional Court on Thursday, calling for a thorough investigation into the incident.
In a statement on Thursday, 15 October 2026, the forum said the journalist was at the court carrying out professional duties when the incident occurred.
The incident, which was captured on video footage, has raised concerns about the treatment of journalists covering matters of public interest.
The AMCF said journalists should be able to perform their duties without intimidation, physical aggression or harassment.
“Journalists play a critical role in a democratic society by keeping the public informed, holding those in positions of power accountable, and ensuring that matters of public interest receive the necessary scrutiny,” the forum said.
The organisation expressed particular concern that the incident occurred at the Constitutional Court, which plays a central role in protecting South Africa’s constitutional rights, including freedom of expression and freedom of the press.
It called for an impartial investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and for those found responsible to be held accountable.
The forum also urged security personnel, institutions and individuals responsible for maintaining order at public venues to respect the role of the media and allow journalists to work without unnecessary interference.
It stressed that legitimate security concerns should be handled professionally and lawfully, without resorting to force or intimidation.
The AMCF expressed solidarity with the affected journalist and the broader media fraternity, warning that attacks on journalists undermine not only individual safety but also the public’s right to access information.
“Media freedom must be protected in practice, not merely upheld in principle. Journalists must be allowed to do their work safely, independently and without fear,” the forum said.
The circumstances surrounding the incident and whether any formal investigation has been initiated were not detailed in the statement.
