Nigeria bans rap song criticizing Tinubu’s policies
Nigerian rapper Eedris Abdulkareem’s song criticizing Tinubu’s reforms has been banned from airplay by the broadcast regulator.
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Media freedom erodes in Sahel as journalists face deadly threats
As violence escalates in the Sahel, journalists are bearing the brunt of the conflict.
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Tanzania blocks Chadema’s rally over recent disappearances
The ban on a planned protest comes as concerns about human rights abuses in the country escalate.
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Senegalese media blacked out to protest government pressure
A “Day Without Press” was observed in Senegal as media outlets united against government actions they see as an attempt to control information and muzzle the press.
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Kenya police accused of vicious attacks on press freedom
Reporters Without Borders condemns Kenyan police brutality against journalists covering anti-government protests.
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Tunisia eases sentence for criticized broadcaster
A Tunisian appeals court reduced the prison sentence of a TV broadcaster convicted under a controversial decree used to stifle dissent.
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HRW accuses Cameroon of curbing freedom of expression
Human Rights Watch says Cameroon is restricting freedom of expression with new laws targeting critics of the government, ahead of the 2025 presidential elections.
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Algeria raids book event, briefly detains French author
Algerian police briefly arrested a French author, her publisher, and others during a raid on her book launch, sparking concerns about censorship.
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Iran pulls Egyptian medieval drama over history errors
Controversy erupts in Iran as authorities ban the Egyptian TV series “The Assassins.” The show, which tells the story of a historical figure, is accused of misrepresenting Iranian history and Islam.
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Algerian TVs face scrutiny over Ramadan content, ads
The government accuses stations of disrespecting traditions and may impose stricter media regulations.
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