India: Broadcasting Bill could undermine journalistic freedoms
The sweeping powers granted to the government to regulate content can result in stifling diverse opinions and critical voices.
New HRW report examines Russia’s legislative assault on civic space
“The Russian government’s dismantling of civic freedoms since its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 is a dramatic escalation of its sustained assault on fundamental rights spanning more than a decade” – HRW
Pacific Freedom Forum launches inaugural survey of media freedoms in the Pacific
The results will be used to create a media freedom index in the Pacific.
UAE84 trial is a mockery of justice
Rights groups call for the release of 84 human rights defendants after a trial marked by severe irregularities and unjust sentences.
Egypt: Rights groups condemn crackdown on journalists, and warn of widening press freedom violations
The detention of Khaled Mamdouh and Ashraf Omar raises concerns that it will be the beginning of a security campaign against independent journalists.
How Russia silences critical coverage of its war in Ukraine
From criminalising “fake” news about the war to expanding “foreign agent” and “undesirable” designations, Russia is facing the “biggest press freedom crisis” in its recent history.
Mexican crime reporter Alejandro Martínez Noguez killed while under police protection
Mexico has long been one of the world’s most dangerous countries for journalists and consistently fails in its efforts to provide state-sanctioned protection to members of the press.
Open letter on technology-enabled political violence in Venezuela
The crisis in Venezuela has seen a significant deployment of the surveillance and control apparatus that the state has built up over recent years. This apparatus has been repeatedly denounced by civil society and organizations defending internet freedom in the country.
Georgia: Release Azerbaijani journalist Afgan Sadygov and stop his extradition to Azerbaijan
Afgan Sadygov moved to Georgia seven months ago to escape persecution by the authorities in his own country, where he has been arrested several times on various dubious charges.
Fact-checking training serves as a remedy for Ethiopia’s mis/disinformation
The integrity and credibility of journalism in Ethiopia has the potential to be reinforced by fact-checking training.
Nigerian journalist Segun Olatunji shares his tale of torment
Segun Olatunji’s arrest and detention exemplify the rise in unlawful detentions of journalists by Nigerian authorities.
RSF puts a spotlight on the 4 missing Burkinabé journalists
The 4 Burkinabè journalists – Atiana Serge Oulon, Alain Traoré, Adama Bayala, and Kalifaré Séré – who disappeared within a month, are well known for their critical thinking and reporting.
US press freedom climate edges closer to crisis amid turbulent presidential campaign
The climate of press freedom in the United States is edging closer to crisis amidst a turbulent presidential campaign, with growing concerns about the safety of journalists and freedom of expression.
PEN International condemns growing wave of repression against journalists
PEN International condemns the growing wave of repression against journalists in Nicaragua, highlighting the concerning rise in attacks and threats amidst a worsening human rights crisis.
Journalist disappears amid Ortega’s siege: What is left of independent journalism in Nicaragua?
The disappearance of a journalist in Nicaragua highlights the siege imposed by Ortega’s government and the critical situation facing independent journalism in the country.
Lawmakers hear concerns from stakeholders on Media Council Bill
Stakeholders asserted that the measure should enhance media credibility rather than restrict media rights.