Articles by Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA)
Military junta dissolves journalists’ association
Media freedom and freedom of expression advocates in Burkina Faso facing major challenges.
Investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas awarded US$18 million
Ghanaian politician Kennedy Agyapong is found guilty of defaming journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas and ordered to compensate him for reckless and false accusations.
Suspect arrested in connection with Ahmed Suale’s murder
Six years after Ahmed Suale’s murder, police have arrested his former colleague, Daniel Owusu Koranteng.
Nigerian military officials brutally assault journalists
Three journalists had their gadgets confiscated by Nigerian military personnel and were threatened with being shot if they spoke out.
Mauritanian human rights activist facing campaign of harassment
Human rights activist Ahmed Ould Samba is being persecuted for his criticism of systemic corruption and alleged racism in the public service.
Ghanaian army officers brutally beat two journalists
Police have informed the assaulted journalists that they are unable to act on the matter, citing that it involves military personnel acting in their official capacity.
Missing activist Abdoul Sacko found
Abdoul Sacko was found a day after his abduction, severely injured and bearing visible signs of torture, and was immediately hospitalised for treatment.
Radio stations suspended following audit
The Ghanian authorities’ suspension of radio stations for non-compliance with registration regulations undermines freedom of expression and access to information, as it potentially silences diverse viewpoints and limits the public’s ability to stay informed.