Uganda TikToker convicted for insulting President Museveni
A 21-year-old Ugandan TikToker has been found guilty of hate speech for mocking President Yoweri Museveni.
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Tunisia accused of targeting truth commission leader
The arrest is seen as an attempt to discredit the Truth and Dignity Commission’s report on past abuses.
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HRW condemns Cameroon’s detention of social media critic
HRW demands the immediate release of Junior Ngombe and dropping of all charges against him.
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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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Journo jailed for insulting Moroccan King, criticizing Israel ties
Moroccan activist receives a five-year sentence for criticizing the king and Israel’s normalization.
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Algerian opposition figure receives suspended sentence
Algerian activist Karim Tabbou received a suspended sentence and fine for inciting protests and defamation.
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UN raises concerns over crackdown on civil society in Mali
At least four groups have been disbanded, raising concerns about freedom of expression and assembly.
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Imam denies hate speech, vows legal battle against France
France cracks down on hate speech, deporting an imam. The imam claims innocence, igniting debate over freedom of expression and immigration.
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Algeria’s crackdown on freedom continues — Amnesty
Five years after the Hirak protests, Algeria faces criticism for ongoing repression of peaceful dissent and free speech, reports Amnesty International.
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