Several laws restricting press freedom raise IAPA concern
One of the laws being debated would require media outlets to broadcast every speech by President Evo Morales and another would ban media from conducting interviews or voicing opinions concerning the appointment of judges.
Body of missing journalist found in La Paz
The body of journalist David Niño de Guzmán, news director at Agencia de Noticias Fides (ANF), was found on a street in the outskirts of La Paz on 21 April 2011.
Draft right to information law falls short of international standards, ARTICLE 19 says
According to ARTICLE 19, the draft law lacks a clearly stated presumption of disclosure and includes a broad regime of exceptions which takes no account of the public interest in having access to certain information.
Journalists assaulted while reporting on land dispute in Lomas de Andalucía
Journalist Jaqueline Rojas was pulled out of her vehicle and kicked to the ground while reporting on illegal land claims.
Journalist followed after interviewing key witness in Santa Cruz scandal
Journalist José Luis Patuy, of the Red Uno television station, was able to locate and interview a key witness who was believed to be out of the country.
Journalist receives further threats
The threats against Carlos Torres, a correspondent with radio Panamericana, are similar to another death threat he received on 3 January 2011.
Journalist receives anonymous death threat
According to Carlos Torres, the threat he received is linked to a campaign that journalists initiated calling for modifications to an anti-discrimination law.
After controversial anti-racism law, new media legislation in 2011
Ronald Grebe, a critic of President Evo Morales, condemns the lack of consultation prior to the adoption of the anti-racism law.
New anti-discrimination law raises concerns
In a letter to President Evo Morales, CPJ called upon him to see that the law is amended to ensure constitutional safeguards for free expression.
IAPA mission validates its concerns about decline in press freedom
IAPA warns the new law is a step backwards for Bolivia because it ignores the Inter American Court of Human Rights’ case law that decriminalizes offenses committed through the press
Andean Group for Freedom of Information delivers letter to president condemning two articles in anti-racism law
According to the group, Articles 16 and 23 of the new law contravene freedom of expression principles.
IAPA calls on President Morales to reject clauses in new law that violate press freedom
In a letter to the president, IAPA insisted that he eliminate Articles 16 and 23 of the newly-enacted Law against Racism and All Forms of Discrimination.
Senate constitutional committee approves new law with two controversial articles
IAPA expresses its full support for journalists and news media outlets that have recently held demonstrations to demand greater guarantees of press freedom.
Twenty-four IFEX members express concern about proposed law that threatens media freedom
In an open letter to the president of the legislative assembly, 24 IFEX members express concern over two articles in the proposed Law against Racism and All Forms of Discrimination.
Journalists assaulted by mob during police operation
Camera operator Johnny Bazán had to be taken to the emergency ward of a medical center after being hit in the head.
Demonstrators attack journalists
Supporters of the ousted mayor of Sucre struck, hurled insults and threw sticks and firecrackers at three Canal 7 Televisión Boliviana journalists.