Culture of impunity in Somalia continues to grow
Somalia remains one of the most dangerous places for the media to operate in, with reporters facing the risk of arbitrary arrests, assaults, threats and even death from state agents and rebel groups.
IPC condemns attacks on journalists and media outlets in Nigeria
Media practitioners and media outlets are coming under increasingly callous attacks while trying to cover the deadly #ENDSARS protests gripping Nigeria.
African experts speak out on problematic COVID-19 measures that compromise data privacy and protection
Experts in Africa have urged civil society and the public to maintain vigilance on the COVID-19 laws, policies and practices on data protection and freedom of expression adopted in their various countries in order to advocate for their repeal once the situation no longer demands such measures.
Presidential appointee to head Guinea’s media regulator
The presidential appointment of Boubabacar Yacine Diallo as the new head of Haute Autorité de la Communication (HAC) is being seen as a move to control Guinea’s media sector.
Exorbitant fine for Nigerian radio station for guest’s unwarranted remarks
IPC says the imposition of a fine by the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission on radio station 99.3FM Lagos, for remarks made by a guest on the morning show, is both excessive and unfair.
AFEX petition Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa to release journalist Hopewell Chino’no
The regional coalition Africa Freedom of Expression Exchangen has called on the Zimbabwean government to immediately drop charges against Chin’ono and ensure an enabling environment for journalists to work in.
The Gambia embarks on journey to adopt ATI law
The Gambia Press Union awaits adoption of the Access To Information draft bill 2019, recently tabled for consideration at the National Assembly.
COVID-19 accelerates media sustainability crisis in Southern Africa
Diverse, free and independent media is under severe threat as the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the financial viability of media outlets in the region.
South African journalist goes into hiding in neighbouring Lesotho
South African journalist Paul Nthoba was forced to seek refuge in neighbouring Lesotho following intimidating behaviour by police in Ficksburg.
Murder of Somalian journalist Said Yusuf Ali condemned
The African Freedom of Expression Exchange condemns the killing of Said Yusuf Ali and expresses concern at the relentless attacks on journalists.
AFEX condemns unfair sentencing of Burundi journalists
Regional organisation AFEX is calling on Burundian authorities to reconsider the sentencing handed out to the #IWACU4 and unconditionally release the journalists.
AFEX commemorates IDEI with partners in Zimbabwe
The African Freedom of Expression Exchange (AFEX) commemoration of IDEI with Zimbabwean partners and stakeholders focused on “Journalists’ Security for Free, Open and Informed Societies”.
The tragedy of a Congolese journalist’s murder on IDEI
AFEX and partner JED are asking authorities to thoroughly investigate the killing of Papy Mahamba Mumbere and prosecute the perpetrators.
Assault on media freedom in Cameroon needs to stop
The Cameroonian government is urged to take measures against the ongoing attacks against journalists and activists in Cameroon by AFEX and its member in Cameroon, ADISI-Cameroon.
Media freedom and FoE under severe assault in Guinea
Journalists and anti-government protesters are under severe attack by Guinea’s security agents and state officials.
AFEX condemns attacks on journalists in Zimbabwe
The African Freedom of Expression Exchange (AFEX) is supporting the Zimbabwe chapter of the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA-Zimbabwe) in condemning the spate of attacks on journalists in recent weeks.