Freedom of the Press 2007: Burundi
20 February 2008
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For the second time in two years, a female journalist in Burundi has been convicted on questionable charges.
The media fraternity celebrates the early release of Floriane Irangabiye after she is granted full remission of the sentences handed down against her.
A series of alarming incidents involving journalists from the independent news outlet Iwacu Press Group raises serious concerns about their ongoing safety.