Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA)

The Ghanian authorities’ suspension of radio stations for non-compliance with registration regulations undermines freedom of expression and access to information, as it potentially silences diverse viewpoints and limits the public’s ability to stay informed.

Renowned Nigerian lawyer, Femi Falana, is seeking US$5M in damages, alleging harm to his reputation over a false ad claiming he had prostatitis.

Numerous pleas to authorities by Habib Marouane Camara’s family, lawyer, and media colleagues regarding his whereabouts, have been ignored.

Mauritanian media stakeholders meet to discuss the importance of upholding stringent journalistic standards, while ensuring freedom of expression and reliable information flow in the digital age.

Issa Kaou N’Djim, an activist and critic of the Burkinabé junta, was handed a two-year prison sentence, with one year suspended, for his comments made during the fateful TV programme.

Threats against environmental journalist Erastus Asare Donko were made through comments on his wife’s Facebook posts.

Ghana’s media fraternity is counting on President Mahama to fulfil his promise to conduct a thorough investigation into the murder of investigative journalist, Ahmed Hussein Suale.

The Media Foundation for West Africa is calling for assurances of safety and security for journalist Thomas Dixon after he received menacing messages via text.