Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS)

For the first time in the history of the NGO Forum meeting preceding the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, a distinguished panel on freedom of expression and protection of journalists was convened.

Abdelrahman Mohamed Al-Gasim was reportedly arrested by National Intelligence and Security Services agents while he was on the way to attend a committee meeting.

Human rights organisations are calling for an independent investigation, including an examination of prison officials’ possible complicity.

On the eve of the International Association of Judges (IAJ) Congress, the IFEX-TMG reiterates its deep concern about the continuous persecution of independent judges.

Muhannad Al-Hassani’s human rights work is being internationally recognised, but he remains imprisoned despite numerous calls for his release.

The organisations, including IFEX members EOHR, ANHRI and CIHRS, expressed concern over the restrictions imposed on freedom of opinion and expression ahead of the parliamentary elections.

IFEX-TMG is gravely concerned for the well-being of Fahem Boukaddous, who began a hunger strike on 8 October to protest his prison conditions.

In the face of this security and media campaign, IFEX member BCHR has been compelled to temporarily relocate their operations to Europe.