Articles by Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)
Zambian authorities ban political rally
Contradictory reasons given by Zambia police spokesperson for detention of broadcast journalists Rodgers Mwiimba and Innocent Phiri.
Georgia: Police assault at least 4 journalists covering ‘foreign agents’ bill protests
The Georgian Parliament should reject the ‘foreign agents’ bill. The authorities should also investigate allegations of police brutality against journalists and hold those responsible accountable – CPJ
Suspension of bank accounts impacts work of Somali Journalists Syndicate
The latest action taken by authorities to suspend the organisation’s bank accounts could be in retaliation against SJS’ critical stance on media freedom.
CPJ seeks probe of Israeli attack on TV journalists wearing press insignia
“The IDF’s disregard for press insignia, both after and prior to October 7, endangers the lives of journalists.”
Gaza journalist Diaa Al-Kahlout describes 33 harrowing days in Israeli custody
Al-Kahlout reported being interrogated about his journalism and subjected to physical and psychological mistreatment.
CPJ calls on Taliban to drop plans to restrict Facebook access in Afghanistan
Authorities have reportedly finalized a plan to restrict or completely block access to Facebook in Afghanistan.
Press freedom threatened by Angola’s proposed national security law
If passed into law, Angola’s National Security Bill could obstruct the public’s right to access information.
Georgia: Ruling party reintroduces ‘foreign agents’ law to parliament
“Georgian authorities’ revival of a bill that would smear media outlets as foreign-controlled is deeply concerning and utterly incompatible with their claim of aligning with European democratic standards” – CPJ