Africa
A verdict in the trial of Ethiopian journalist Eskinder Nega and other activists accused of inciting terrorism is expected on Friday, 11 May, report PEN American Center and other IFEX members, whom Nega has worked with. If convicted, Nega could face the death penalty.
Less than a week after bomb attacks on media houses killed at least eight in Abuja and Kaduna, the militant Islamic sect Boko Haram has released a video claiming responsibility and threatening further attacks against media groups, reports Media Rights Agenda (MRA).
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9 May 2012
Ethiopia
Journalist could face death penalty at Friday verdict
A verdict in the trial of Ethiopian journalist Eskinder Nega and other activists accused of inciting terrorism is expected on Friday, 11 May, report PEN American Center and other IFEX members, whom Nega has worked with. If convicted, Nega could face the death penalty.
2 May 2012
Nigeria
Boko Haram militants threaten further attacks on media
Less than a week after bomb attacks on media houses killed at least eight in Abuja and Kaduna, the militant Islamic sect Boko Haram has released a video claiming responsibility and threatening further attacks against media groups, reports Media Rights Agenda (MRA).
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Campaigns and Advocacy
10 May 2012
Africa
ARTICLE 19's oral statement to the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights
ARTICLE 19 welcomes the inclusion by the Special Rapporteur in her agenda of future activities of the celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Declaration of Principles on Freedom of Expression in Africa.
8 May 2012
Awards / Zimbabwe
Publisher Trevor Ncube wins inaugural MISA-Zimbabwe Press Freedom Award
The AMH publisher was presented the award for continuing to provide platforms and access to critical alternative views and ideas on Zimbabwe's socio-economic and political issues.
4 May 2012
Nigeria
MRA celebrates World Press Freedom Day with YouTube videos on free expression
MRA has uploaded five videos in which the group talks briefly on the significance of World Press Freedom Day in Nigeria.See all campaign news: Africa
Reports
8 May 2012
Kenya / China
China's media footprint in Kenya
The expansion comes as other, predominantly Western media houses are shrinking their media presence in East Africa.
7 May 2012
Nigeria
RSF report highlights daily abuses suffered by journalists
RSF examines the first quarter of 2012, turning the spotlight on one of the most dangerous countries in Africa for journalists.See all reports: Africa
Take action!
ETHIOPIA: Demand the release of journalist Eskinder Nega
Join in the call for the release of Ethiopian journalist and blogger Eskinder Nega who could face the death penalty if convicted. Sign the petition
1 May 2012
ERITREA: Demand freedom for Dawit Isaak
Twenty-third September marks 10 years since the Swedish-Eritrean journalist and writer Dawit Isaak was imprisoned in Eritrea. His crime? He worked for an independent newspaper that reported on demands for democratic reforms. There has never been a trial, a charge or a sentence against him. IFEX members and supporters are asking that you take part in a week of action to demand his freedom.
14 September 2011
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