How Mexico’s protection mechanism is failing journalists, Colombia takes a step in the right direction, plus Haiti’s endangered media
March in the Americas: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Laura Vidal, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
A travesty of justice in DRC, civic space confined in Mali and Burkina Faso, and a standoff in Ghana
March 2024 in Africa: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Kyrgyzstan’s “Foreign Agents” bill, restricting protest in the UK, and a better way to report on Gaza
March 2024 in Europe and Central Asia: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Cathal Sheerin, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Elections-related censorship, repression, and women speak out against impunity
March 2024 in Asia-Pacific: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s regional editor Mong Palatino, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Dangerous ground: ‘Unprecedented conditions’ for journalists in Palestine, Sudan
February 2024 in MENA: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Naseem Tarawnah, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
A journalist forced into hiding, the passing of a stalwart media advocate, and a show of unity by trade unions
January and February 2024 in Africa: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Reyhana Masters, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Dangers of Hong Kong’s new legislation, Indian protests blocked, and Pakistan’s post-election uncertainties
February 2024 in Asia-Pacific: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s regional editor Mong Palatino, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Critical junctures: digital rights in Mexico, civil society in Venezuela, and respect for human rights in El Salvador
A new year begins in the Americas: A free expression round-up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Laura Vidal, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Navalny dies in Siberian prison, Assange’s fate hangs in the balance
February 2024 in Europe and Central Asia: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Cathal Sheerin, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
What’s new and old in 2024: Repressive laws, attacks, and election disinformation in Asia
January 2024 in Asia-Pacific: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s regional editor Mong Palatino, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.
Looking ahead: The fight against Israel’s impunity gains legal momentum
IFEX Middle East & North Africa Regional Editor Naseem Tarawnah looks at global efforts to hold Israel accountable for its crimes against Palestinians.
Looking ahead: Democratic deficits make for a bumpy road to Senegal’s elections
IFEX Africa Editor Reyhana Masters underscores how civic space and key free expression rights have been undermined in the West African country, and implications for its upcoming election – and beyond.
Looking ahead: Argentina at a crossroads, media and women’s rights at risk
IFEX Americas Regional Editor Laura Vidal looks into what lies ahead for Argentina following the election of Javier Milei.
Looking ahead: A wartime election and a serious stress test
IFEX Europe and Central Asia Regional Editor Cathal Sheerin takes a deep dive into what’s coming up in Russia and Belarus.
Looking ahead: Censorship, AI, disinformation, and repression undermining elections
IFEX Asia & Pacific Regional Editor Mong Palatino takes us on a tour of some of the challenges, trends, and prospects related to freedom of expression and democracy in the region.
An ‘eradication’ of journalism in Palestine, and a censored global climate summit
November 2023 in MENA: A free expression round up produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Naseem Tarawnah, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region.