Reyhana Masters

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.

Participants at the Information and Communication Rights in Africa conference. Windhoek, Namibia. 31 May 2023. Photo courtesy of Fesmedia Africa

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.

New tool for fighting online violence against women in Africa, positive change in Tanzania and journalists targeted in Cameroon

February 2023 in Africa: A special feature looks at a new African soft policy framework that considers the root causes of digital violence, plus the latest free expression news from the region, produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters.

Calls for justice and accountability after three leading lights extinguished on the African continent

January 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.

Ruptured airwaves, advocating for justice, and efforts to end online violence

IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters digs into three important stories from 2022 in Africa: an ACHPR Resolution that opens a door to combat online violence against women journalists, strong regional partnerships for freedom of expression, and the disruption of the region’s airwaves.