Articles by Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)
CPJ report examines EU’s response to threats to journalists
“Often, the scope and effectiveness of EU actions in support of press freedom reflect the gap between the values-based narrative that the EU tells about itself and the reality of how it and its member states pursue their interests” – CPJ
Spate of arrests amid renewed unrest in Ethiopia
Numerous journalists detained after being arbitrarily arrested by Ethiopian police and intelligence agents earlier this month.
Belarus: Prosecutor requests lengthy prison terms for ‘NEXTA’ trio
Belarusian prosecutor seeks 10 years for Raman Pratasevich, 19 years in absentia for Yan Rudzik, and 20 years in absentia for Stsypan Putsila.
Journalist Duong Van Thai arrested in Vietnam after disappearing in Thailand
The Committee to Protect Journalists said that Vietnam has a history of targeting journalists living in exile.
Rights groups call on Georgia to release journalist Nika Gvaramia from prison
A well-known critic of Georgia’s ruling party, Gvaramia is currently serving a 3.5 year sentence for alleged abuse of office. His prosecution and conviction were widely seen as politically motivated.
South African journalists bear brunt of media violations
Investigative reporter Sithandiwe Velaphi is compelled to go underground, after receiving information that his life is in danger.
Data accessed off mobile phones used to capture journalists
Nigerian journalists Alfred Olufemi and Gidado Yushau plan to appeal their conspiracy and defamation conviction after paying the 100,000 naira (US$219) fine.
Arrests of journalists mount in DRC
In just two months, several journalists have been arrested on various charges ranging from insulting government officials to reporting on conflict in the country.