Assault on Mozambican journalists on upward trend
Concern is being raised over the escalating intimidation and violence against journalists, including arrests, assaults, and theft of equipment while reporting on events.
Panorama of Africa’s media freedom landscape obscured by growing repression
May 2024 in Africa: A free expression and civic space round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
A travesty of justice in DRC, civic space confined in Mali and Burkina Faso, and a standoff in Ghana
March 2024 in Africa: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
A journalist forced into hiding, the passing of a stalwart media advocate, and a show of unity by trade unions
January and February 2024 in Africa: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Looking ahead: Democratic deficits make for a bumpy road to Senegal’s elections
IFEX Africa Editor Reyhana Masters underscores how civic space and key free expression rights have been undermined in the West African country, and implications for its upcoming election – and beyond.
An award for Ayité…. and the long arc of justice in a month of tragedy and triumph
November 2023 in Africa: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
High stakes: Interventions to diffuse tensions and support safety of journalists during elections
Special International Day to End Impunity Issue: Reyhana Masters’ latest Africa brief shines a light on the intersections between impunity, journalists’ safety, and elections, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Access to Information may not move mountains, but it can move garbage
Special Issue: Reyhana Masters brings an access to information focus to her latest regional brief, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
August absurdity in Africa – suspensions, expulsions, shutdowns, coups and disputed reports
August 2023 in Africa: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Special Issue Brief: Zimbabwe elections a roller coaster ride between compromise and control
Reyhana Masters shares an in-depth look at the politically charged landscape and obstacles to free expression and access to information in the lead-up to Zimbabwe’s elections, featuring commentary by key stakeholders.
A decisive legal win in South Africa and ATI takes centre stage in Windhoek, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Tanzania and Kenya
June 2023 in Africa: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Heartbreak, joy, and renewed impetus in pushing for safety of journalists in Africa
May 2023 in Africa: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Media push back for right to report, French journalists expelled, and World Press Freedom Day
Africa: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Glimmer of hope with release of Olivier Dubois, homophobia intensifies and protests proliferate
March 2023 in Africa: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.