the CSOs however note with great concern that this gesture by the government may be jeopardized by the nature in which the NGC was appointed, its representations and attached conditions. I note that the whole process of appointing the National governing council was shrouded in secrecy contrary to the APRM Guidelines.  The following are some of the issues that need attention

The appointed NGC is dominated by Government and its machinery. For instance, the appointed chairperson Mr. Akashambatwa Mbikusita Lewanika is heading a quasi-government institution as well a member of the ruling MMD. He also chaired the National APRM Brainstorming Session. It is not clear what criteria were used by the Ministry to appoint him.

Citizen journalism is a powerful tool that citizens could use to actively participate in the development of their country. I was privileged to have undergone training in citizen journalism. For me it was a wonderful experience because what I learnt from that training I have been able to use to compile stories for my organisation

 having been in the media  for a long time it was refreshing to  under go some training in citizen journalism. i have lerant alot like podcasting, RSS feed among others

having been in the media for a long time, it is quiet refreshing to attend the Citizen Journalism training . i must state here that i have enjoyed the training in that it has covered new ground that i didnt know such as RSS, Podcasting among others.