Mze TV controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2007
Concerns about pro-government television coverage
The U.S. Department of State reported that observers believed government members directed stations including Mze and Rustavi 2 to provide favourable coverage. This was part of broader concerns about media pluralism and political influence in Georgia.
2005
Controversy over the removal of On the Edge of Choice
Opposition politicians and observers suggested that the removal of the programme followed government criticism of Mze’s reporting. Government representatives denied interference, and Mze attributed the decision to schedule changes.
2004
Cancellation of Night Mzera and media-independence concerns
The cancellation of the political talk show Night Mzera was cited by the International Federation for Human Rights in its criticism of restrictions affecting Georgian media. The broadcaster described the change as temporary, while the organisation questioned that explanation.