IFEX is making a difference worldwide
During a period when the terms ‘record-breaking’ and ‘unprecedented’ too often describe negative developments in our world, and when polarization and divisiveness are on the ascent, the IFEX network demonstrated solidarity, support, compassion, and understanding. In 2024 we countered extraordinary efforts to undermine the free expression and information rights we promote and defend, as well as attacks directed at our own abilities to do this work.
2025 – 2029 Strategic Plan
Our strategic plan guides our collective scope, priorities, and approach from 2025 through 2029, while ensuring we respond to the evolving contexts and needs of IFEX members over the period.
IFEX Collaboration Project
By developing action-oriented tools and frameworks, IFEX is helping civil society organisations strengthen collaboration, challenge power imbalances, and build the foundations for more just and inclusive collective work.
Meeting the AI moment
Artificial intelligence is disrupting journalism, boosting efficiency and data analysis while also exacerbating threats and disinformation. The IFEX network is ready for the challenge.
Featured Articles
Dissolution of political parties deepens democratic erosion
Burkina Faso’s transitional authorities have dismantled the country’s entire political party system, fundamentally altering how citizens can organise and participate in public affairs.
African editors rally to reclaim journalism’s value in the AI era
At the inaugural Africa Editors Congress in Nairobi, media leaders warned that platform dominance and AI are reshaping journalism and called for coordinated action to protect independent media.
AFJC condemns closure of “Radio Khushal” by de facto authorities in Ghazni
The radio station was shut down after interactions via telephone between girls and the station, regarding educational programs aimed at women deprived of higher education under current restrictions.
Kenyan court clips “false news” clause in cybercrime law
Kenya’s Court of Appeal has ruled that criminal penalties for publishing “false or misleading information” under the country’s cybercrime law were overly broad and threatened legitimate expression.
MENA: Women human rights defenders face heavy psychological toll from repression and harassment
A new report finds women activists across the region facing anxiety, threats, detention, and online harassment, and calls for stronger protections and access to mental health support.
Palestinian journalist Amal Shomali killed in Israeli strike on displacement camp
MADA condemns the killing of the “Qatar Radio” reporter in central Gaza and renews calls for protection of Palestinian journalists and independent investigations into attacks on media workers.