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Published 11/05/2009 by Journalism.co.za

Africa's media leaders meet

Owners, publishers and editors will join panel discussions on topics ranging from the media and governance to the challenges and opportunities of digital media and the monetization of content.

The discussions will take place at the second meeting of the...

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