Freedom of the Press 2007: Guatemala

Since 2000, at least 338 journalists have been killed in the region, highlighting the urgent need for protection mechanisms to counter systemic violence. In a new report, RSF analysed journalist protection programs in the region, reaffirming its commitment to addressing the escalating threats against journalists.

Zamora was sentenced to six years’ imprisonment in June 2023 on money laundering charges, which were widely criticized as politically motivated.

“We are hugely relieved that after more than 800 days, Jose Rubén Zamora’s hellish ordeal in a Guatemalan prison has finally been brought to an end with the court decision for his release to house arrest. But let’s be clear: house arrest is not freedom. It is another form of detention” – RSF