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Fred M'membe
Journalist

Fred M'membe

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Building Zambia’s independent newspaper The Post

The Post · Independent Printers

Born
11 March 1959
Birthplace
Mongu

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Fred M'membe

Fred M’membe moved from accounting into journalism and helped establish an independent newspaper in Zambia. His editorship repeatedly brought him into conflict with political authorities.

Early life

Professional training

Studied accounting at Copperbelt University before later obtaining qualifications in economic policy and law.

Career

  1. 1991

    The Post

    Founded the newspaper business with support from journalist Mike Hall.

  2. 1995

    Press-freedom award

    Received recognition from the Committee to Protect Journalists.

  3. 2000

    International recognition

    The International Press Institute named him a World Press Freedom Hero.

Selected work

The Post

Developed an independent source of news and political scrutiny.

Independent Printers

Established a printing business alongside the newspaper.

Beyond work

Family

Married Mutinta Mazoka, a politician and newspaper owner.

Sources & photo creditBiography and career ↗Biographical references ↗

Original photograph. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.

Photo: Kyle Haselsteiner. CC BY 4.0 · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.