Guinea braces for strike as junta bans major media outlets
The move follows a media ban imposed by the junta, raising concerns about press freedom in the West African nation.
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One year prison sentence for Tunisian media pundits
Two Tunisian media figures were sentenced to one year in prison for “spreading false news” and “defaming” others, raising concerns about freedom of expression in the country.
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Guinea’s junta silences independent media, RSF condemns move
Guinea’s military government banned four radio stations and one TV channel, raising concerns about press freedom and prompting threats of renewed protests.
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French RFI faces suspension in Togo over ‘unbalanced’ reporting
Following election in Togo, the government threatens to suspend Radio France Internationale for unbalanced reporting.
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Coups, violence create fear for media in Sahel region: RSF
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) decries growing threats against journalists in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly under military rule and following elections.
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Journalist arrested in Burundi, raises press freedom concerns
Burundi journalist arrested and detained by the National Intelligence Service, family expresses worries over her safety as concerns for press freedom escalate.
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Tunisian journalist faces trial after corruption expose threat
Fear grips Tunisia’s press as a prominent journalist is jailed for hinting at corruption.
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Tunisian journalist faces charges Over Facebook criticism
Tunisian journalist Mohamed Boughalleb, critic of President Saied, detained for social media posts. Arrest sparks fears of journalist intimidation in Tunisia.
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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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DRC journalist jailed for reporting on opposition politician’s death
A prominent journalist in DR Congo is sentenced to prison for reporting on the alleged murder of an opposition politician by military intelligence.
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