World Report 2008: Somalia
3 April 2008
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Recent articles in Somalia
Somali authorities launch blistering crackdown on press freedom
Somali journalists reporting on security issues are facing a surge in arrests, harassment, and assaults, as authorities claim the clampdown is needed to fight extremism and protect national security.
Murder of Somali-Swedish journalist Amun Abdullahi Mohamed condemned
The International Press Institute is calling for justice amidst the rise in threats against media freedom in Somalia.
Somalia’s thriving culture of impunity raises concern
The risk of increased attacks that the media face is exacerbated by the lack of investigations and prosecution of perpetrators involved in the killing of journalists.