The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) is in the process of updating its database of media organisations and journalists. All media are hereby requested to participate in this process by submitting the information requested below. The aim is to ensure that the GCIS has up-to-date records for all media organisations and/or journalists operating in the country. This information will amongst other things accelerate accreditation for gaining access to special events such as the State of the Nation Address, inaugurations, national days, the national orders, state and official funerals.
All relevant media and/or journalists are requested to send the following informationby Tuesday, 23 October 2012:-
· Name and Surname
· Passport/I.D. Number
· Media House
· Position
· Contact details (numbers and email)
Failure to submit the details may result in journalists not accredited refused access to some of government’s events.
Kindly email response to:
Mmemme Mogotsi at Mmemme@gcis.gov.za(Foreign media)
Pheliswa Sebati at Pheliswa@gcis.gov.za(Local media)
Enquiries: Bongiwe Gambu 082 714-9463