

Puntland guards beat journalist inside courtroom
Ahmed Ibrahim Nor, a correspondent for Radio SIMBA, was assaulted during a court hearing as the judge was sentencing a convicted criminal.

Al-Shabaab militants arrest radio journalist in southern Somalia
The arrest follows a report filed by the journalist about a shooting by Al-Shabaab militias.

Media houses targeted with grenades, three journalists wounded
On 15 January 2010, unidentified assailants threw hand grenades at Radio Voice of Mudug, Radio Hobio and Radio Galkayo in the town of Galkayo.

Radio journalist wounded by stray bullet; freelancer arrested
NUSOJ is concerned over the continuing violence directed at journalists after a stringer for two radio stations was injured while covering fighting between militia groups.

NUSOJ’s 2009 annual report on press freedom
In 2009, a total of nine journalists were killed either in the line of duty or in targeted attacks, making Somalia the most dangerous place for journalists in Africa.

Two reporters briefly detained, a third flees Kismayo fearing for his safety
Reporters Qadar Mohamoud Hared and Mohamed Abdi Olow were arrested by the Al-Shabaab administration in the Jubba region.

Senior journalist survives murder attempt
Hassan Mohamed Jama, director of Radio Galkayo, has survived an attack by an armed Puntland police officer.

Voice of America correspondent arrested in Puntland
Local journalists suspect the arrest of correspondent Yasin Mohamed may be linked to a report on displaced citizens who complained of mistreatment.

Media outlets come under fire, journalists wounded
The Hamar Radio and Shabelle TV station facilities were both recently hit by mortar shells.

Twenty-six IFEX members condemn brutal suicide bombing that killed three journalists
Calling on the international community to protect Somali citizens, particularly journalists, 26 IFEX members appeal for justice following the 3 December 2009 attack that killed more than 25 people, including three journalists.

Freelance photographer dies from his injuries following Mogadishu suicide bombing
Seven journalists were injured in the explosion, according to CPJ.

Two journalists killed in Mogadishu suicide bombing, others injured
The explosion occurred during a university graduation ceremony at a hotel in Mogadishu.

Journalists launch action plan to counter media oppression
More than 30 independent media houses signed a joined declaration calling for the establishment of a training and solidarity centre for reporters.

Further details emerge of kidnapped journalists’ ordeal
Both journalists told media they were tortured and beaten during their time in captivity.

NUSOJ condemns closure of another radio station in Gedo region
Privatly-owned Maandeeq Radio was closed on 24 November 2009 by armed men linked to the Al-Shabaab administration.

CJFE welcomes release of Canadian journalist Amanda Lindhout and Australian Nigel Brennan
Canadian journalist Amanda Lindhout and her Australian colleague Nigel Brennan have been released after 15 months in captivity.