Articles by Journaliste en danger (JED)
IFEX-TMG alarmed by ongoing attacks targeting demonstrators, media, performers and academics
The IFEX-TMG is alarmed at attacks and prison sentences based on religious morality charges, as well as the use of force by police on demonstrators.
Forty-four IFEX members and partners call proposed cyber crimes law a setback to free speech
An open letter by 44 organisations calls Iraq’s proposed Information Technology Crimes law a threat to the fundamental freedoms necessary for the evolution of free speech and a vibrant press. The law will come to vote in the Iraqi Council of Representatives in April.
Television station attacked, programme host in hiding
Radio Télévision Kindu Maniema was attacked on 20 March by a dozen men who doused its satellite antenna and a car on the premises in fuel, and set them on fire before fleeing the scene.
Twenty-three African press freedom groups and journalists urge UNESCO to abolish Obiang prize
The signatories noted that while President Obiang has offered to remove his name from the prize, this does not erase the concern that his US$3 million donation links him and the abuses of his government to UNESCO, thereby undercutting the organisation’s worthy mission.
Goma-based journalist receives death threats, fears for his life
Tuver Wundi began receiving threats after participating in a Goma radio station’s cultural programme.
Kinshasa-based broadcaster back on the air after three-month closure
JED is deeply dismayed by the station’s unjustified three-month closure, which highlights the authorities’ contempt for media and the thousands of people who were denied news broadcasts over several months.
Radio Télévision Catholique, pro-opposition broadcasters allowed back on air
Three broadcasters are back on the air following a two-day suspension of their activities.
Catholic broadcaster shut down ahead of protest march
The closure order came one day before a planned protest march organised by Catholic church members to denounce election results.