Articles by Center for Media Studies & Peace Building (CEMESP)
Journalist flogged by political partisans
Kaipee Newray was flogged by NUDP supporters after he refused to hand over his tape recorder and other personal effects to members of the party during an event at the party’s headquarters.
Political candidate’s supporters attack reporter
Solomon Ware, a legislative reporter for Truth F.M. station, was assaulted while trying to get the candidate’s reaction to an accusation that he had raped a 15-year old girl.
CEMESP hosts dialogue on media security
CEMESP Executive Director Malcolm Joseph said the forum was intended to find way forward against the persistent wave of brutality meted out against journalists carrying out their duties.
Sports journalist assaulted by police
Reporter Sylvester Worwee was prevented by police from photographing two female fans who were engaged in a fistfight after a football game.
Newspaper alarmed over arson threats
The threats appear to be linked to a story about a controversial mining deal the paper had earlier reported on.
Thirty IFEX members call on authorities to respect and protect free expression as the country descends into further uncertainty
The implications for journalists covering demonstrations are unclear, and their ability to move around freely and safely cannot be guaranteed.
Monrovia mayor threatens CEMESP with libel suit
Mary Broh was angered by criticism in CEMESP’s 2010 free expression report.
CEMESP launches 2010 annual freedom of expression review
This is the fourth of such reports, and comes at a crucial point in Liberian history, when there is a great need for news that is impartial, fair and independent.