RSF report on how organised crime impacts journalists
Journalists operate in isolation and with few resources, especially those based in border regions, trying to get information from authorities that are often poisoned by corruption or are themselves involved in the trafficking of drugs or arms.
Concern over judicial harassment of “ABC Color” newspaper
In the most recent example, celebrity politician and entrepreneur Zunilda Castiñeira filed a criminal defamation suit against journalist Sandra López.
SPP condemns death threats against journalists in Alto Verá
Both journalists have discussed cases of corruption, involving Partido Liberal Radical Auténtico (PLRA) members, on their radio shows.
IFJ rejects link between firing of union leader and bomb attack at television network
IFJ accuses authorities of a “scandalous smear” after police in Asunción claimed an explosion at Channel 9 TV could be linked to internal tensions at the station.
IAPA condemns attack on TV station
A home-made bomb exploded near Canal 9’s antenna, opening up a hole in the adjoining building.
SPP concerned over threat against journalist
After announcing details of a demonstration to protest against a lack of public safety, journalist Rosendo Duarte received a threatening telephone call.
IFJ backs launch of manifesto on media democracy
Only two percent of the radio spectrum in Paraguay belongs to community media, while 98% is controlled by commercial interests that determine the political agenda.
SPP condemns actions against journalist, attempt to censor radio station
Unidentified individuals fired gunshots and threatened journalist Martín Caballero, who has been publicising allegations related to a strike by steelworkers.
Three assassination attempts against journalist
The attacks were apparently prompted by the journalist’s criticism of businessman Isidro Vera during his radio programme.
SPP concerned over censorship in Ciudad del Este
Two radio programmes were taken off the air, one journalist was dismissed and another journalist was forced to resign.
Journalists assaulted by police, prevented from speaking to detainees
The incident took place at a press conference held by the national police chief in Concepción.
SPP condemns attack on journalist Santiago Benítez’s residence
Unidentified individuals fire a hail of bullets at journalist Santiago Benítez’s house
Journalists Rosendo Duarte and William Aquino face defamation charges in two separate cases brought against them by local politicians
(SPP/IFEX) – The following is an abbreviated translation of a 26 March 2009 SPP statement: The SPP condemns all attempts at silencing journalists by initiating legal action against them. Judge Wilfrido Peralta is currently in the process of sentencing Rosendo Duarte, a correspondent for the daily “ABC Color”, for having published information about business transactions […]
Community radio director Martín Ocampos Páez killed
(IFJ/IFEX) – The following is a translation of a 13 February 2009 IFJ media release: The IFJ condemns the 12 January 2009 assassination of Martín Ocampos Páez, director of the Hugua Ñandu FM community radio station. At the time of his assassination, Ocampos Páez was in his home in the Concepción area of eastern Paraguay. […]
Correspondent Aldo Lezcano assaulted, receives death threat; journalist Richard Villasboa and camera operator Blas Salcedo assaulted, expelled from penitentiary
(SPP/IFEX) – The SPP condemns the death threat and assault against Aldo Lezcano, a correspondent for the daily “ABC Color” in Ybycuí, as well as the assault suffered earlier by Richard Villasboa and Blas Salcedo, of the Canal 13 television station. The SPP calls on the authorities to investigate these incidents and punish those found […]
Football player assaults and issues death threats against “Popular” newspaper journalists
(SPP/IFEX) – The SPP condemns the actions of football player Marcos Lazaga, of the Olympia Club, who assaulted journalist Gabriela León and destroyed photographer Oscar González’s camera. León and González both work for the “Popular” newspaper. The two journalists were covering a story about Lazaga’s girlfriend, who had called 911 for help several hours earlier, […]