Revival of journalism lags behind media reconstruction, says RSF
The earthquake highlighted the importance of the role the media play in humanitarian disasters, not only as news sources but also as vehicles for rallying and uniting the population, RSF noted.
RSF urges supporters of political factions to refrain from turning media into hostages
RSF is concerned about the dangers for Haitian and foreign journalists in the turmoil that has shaken the country since the widely disputed general election.
On World Press Freedom Day, AMARC asserts communication rights of disaster-hit communities
Community radio stations played a vital role in disaster recovery and reconstruction after the earthquakes in Haiti and Chile.
Media slowly resurfacing, operations centre approaching three-month mark
Twenty-five of Port-au-Prince’s approximately 50 radio stations were able to resume broadcasting during the month after the earthquake, while others took longer and many are operating from makeshift studios.
IAPA special report shows slow recovery of press
At its biannual meeting, the IAPA presented a report detailing the impact of the January 12 earthquake on the press.
AMARC mission to establish work plan for reconstruction of community radio network
The organisation’s second international mission to Haiti brought donations of equipment and technical support to Radyo Zetwal Peyizan.
Media ruins: video of second post-quake visit by RSF
RSF’s footage shows the earthquake’s impact on the media, which have a vital role to play in relaying information about relief operations and reconstruction efforts.
US marines seize Haitian photographer’s camera
Homère Cardichon was covering a demonstration by disgruntled residents outside the US embassy.
IAPA protests international journalists’ eviction from airport
According to IAPA, the measure by the U.S. military was implemented abruptly and without appropriate alternatives provided for the journalists to continue reporting.
Radio stations getting back on the air in Port-au-Prince
With the help of foreign technicians and media outlets, a total of 20 radio stations were functioning a week after the 12 January quake.
Media Operations Centre gets government backing
Haiti’s culture and communications minister has given her support for the Media Operations Centre installed in Port-au-Prince by RSF and Quebecor.
AMARC calls on community broadcasters to rally in support of Haitian colleagues
AMARC is conducting an urgent assessment of the status of community broadcasting in the areas affected by the earthquake and is working to mobilise resources and technical assistance.
Three radio stations still operating after Port-au-Prince earthquake
The 12 January earthquake severely damaged the premises of several media outlets.
Provincial radio station Idéale FM ordered reopened following forced closure
Reporters Without Borders hails justice minister Jean-Joseph Exumé’s decision to remove the seals that were placed over the entrance to Idéale FM
Idéale FM radio station closed for refusing to reveal sources
(RSF/IFEX) – Reporters Without Borders condemns the 8 April 2009 closure of Idéale FM, a privately-owned radio station based in the north-western town of Port-de-Paix, by local prosecutor Jean Frédéric Bénêche for allegedly “obstructing justice.” The prosecutor asked the station to identity its sources for a report about Alain Désir, an alleged drug trafficker who […]
Judge in Jean Dominique murder case suspended for corruption
(RSF/IFEX) – The justice ministry announced on 30 March 2009 that Fritzner Fils-Aimé, the latest judge to be put in charge of the investigation into the April 2000 murder of Radio Haïti Inter director Jean Dominique, has been suspended for “serious acts of corruption.” Two other judicial officials – Joseph Descharles, the prosecutor of the […]