Articles by Observatorio Latinoamericano para la Libertad de Expresión – OLA
Thirty-three IFEX members express grave concern over restrictions on freedom of expression
IFEX members note with alarm the efforts of China’s authorities to restrict freedom of expression in regard to debate on political reform in China, following reform movements in the Middle East and North Africa since late 2010.
Thirty-three IFEX members condemn continued persecution of imprisoned journalists
The detained journalists are held without charges and forced to endure terrible conditions such as extended periods in the sun and denial of medication.
Thirty-seven IFEX members call attention to the plight of 17 journalists, bloggers and artists who remain detained in Burmese prisons
Even though a new government has been formed in Burma after the elections in November 2010, there is still no guarantee of improvements in the country’s media environment.
Thirty IFEX members sign letter to authorities regarding attacks against journalists
IFEX members condemn the increased attacks and judicial harassment against Somali journalists and media organisations.
Journalist targeted by hired assassins
Héctor Rodríguez Castro believes the attack may be linked to his reporting on the interference by FARC guerillas in municipal elections or his exposés on local corruption.
Journalist who had denounced corruption in Morazán gunned down
Francisco Héctor Medina Polanco had previously received death threats for his reports on corruption.
Daily newspaper attacked with Molotov cocktails
The attack may be linked to the publication of a story that reported negatively on the conduct of a national congressional candidate.
Fifty-five IFEX members and six other organisations urge authorities to respect and protect freedom of expression and the right to information
The groups condemn the serious violations of human rights taking place at this critical moment in Egypt.