Articles by Mizzima News
Four IFEX members and other human rights organisations call for thorough review of proposed NGO law
The groups say the draft law could have a negative impact on civil liberties and freedom of expression and would obstruct the work of non-profit organisations.
Censor board limits publication of Suu Kyi stories, photos
Several journals have been refused permission to publish feature stories or interviews with the recently-released opposition leader.
Military authorities ban artists for backing Suu Kyi, satirising government officials
No end date was given on the ban that prevents eight radio stations from interviewing or broadcasting the works of more than 11 performers.
Junta accused of slowing, cutting Internet services ahead of elections
Internet users are having their connections cut regularly and when working, they slow to a crawl, according to cybercafé owners and surfers.
Private publications instrumental in opposition political parties’ election campaigns
Amid the country’s notoriously heavy censorship, the local independent media have been able to exercise relative fairness in reporting ahead of the November 2010 elections.
Thirty-three IFEX members call for freedom of expression during historic elections
IFEX members called on the Burmese government and the governments of the ASEAN to ensure freedom of expression, access to information, democratic values and human rights are respected during this critical moment in the electoral history of Burma.
Editor sentenced to 13 years’ imprisonment
Nyi Nyi Tun was arrested on suspicion of having connections with a series of bomb blasts that rocked Rangoon in October 2009.
Government censors political parties’ election campaigns
The junta’s electoral watchdog has refused permits for at least three political parties seeking to campaign on state-run radio and television, claiming the transcripts contained messages that could harm the state.