CPJ calls on Kenyan authorities to ensure accountability in attacks on press covering protests
Police and members of the public harassed and physically assaulted journalists covering the demonstrations, and at least two were briefly detained, according to statements by press rights groups and five journalists who spoke to CPJ.
German journalist David Janzen’s home vandalized after reporting on far-right
Janzen regularly covers the German far-right on his website, and he also gives expert commentary on the subject to media outlets.
Russia detains Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich on espionage charges
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the authorities have imposed harsh restrictions on the independent press.
Burkina Faso Expels Two French Journalists
A report on press freedom by Reporters Without Borders released Monday found five journalists have been killed in the Sahel over the last 10 years and hundreds have been threatened. Recently, two others have gone missing.
Cambodian Youth Petition Government to Reinstate Broadcaster
Cambodia ranks 142 out of 180 countries, where 1 denotes the best media environment, on Reporters Without Borders' World Press Freedom index.
Analysts Say Ethiopia's Media Need to Empower Female Journalists
Media professor Mulatu said carving out space for women in leadership would bridge the equality gap in the industry.
Cambodian Youth Petition Government to Reinstate Broadcaster
Cambodia ranks 142 out of 180 countries, where 1 denotes the best media environment, on Reporters Without Borders' World Press Freedom index.
American Journalist Jailed in Russia Allowed Legal Meeting
Russian authorities detained Gershkovich on March 29 and accused The Wall Street Journal reporter of espionage.
Social Media, A News Destination for The Young?
Among the newsrooms the company is producing TikTok videos for is The Associated Press.
Turkey adds journalist Can Dündar to list of wanted terrorists; at least 14 other journalists also listed
Dündar, who reported on alleged weapon smuggling from Turkey to Syria in 2014, was convicted of aiding Gülen’s organization in 2020.
Young Iranian journalist returns to Paris home after being jailed in Iran
After his arrest, Shamsoddinnezhad was charged with “association and collusion with intent to commit a crime against the nation’s security.”
Afghan journalist Khairullah Parhar detained by Taliban since January 9
CPJ was unable to determine Parhar’s whereabouts or the reason for his arrest.
RSF expands “Uncensored Library” in Minecraft with room on Iran
RSF has also expanded the room dedicated to the Russian media.
UK: RSF barred from vetted prison visit to Julian Assange
RSF would have been the first NGO to gain access to Assange in Belmarsh prison.
RT moves its pawns in Africa, opening a bureau in Algeria
Algiers prefers politically controlled media
Iranian Journalist Released on Bail Week After Arrest
Her sister Elahe Mohammadi was arrested on September 29 after reporting for Hammihan from the funeral of Mahsa Amini's funeral and remains in custody.
Hong Kong: the national security trial of Jimmy Lai, a symbol of press freedom, will begin in six months
Hong Kong, once a bastion of press freedom, has plummeted from 80th place in 2021 to 148th place in the 2022 RSF World Press Freedom Index,
Twitter is confusing certification with building a client list
Twitter Blue is far from having the advantage of the old certification regime, which was above all a way to protect individuals who were being attacked or harassed on the platform, including journalists
BBC Film About India's PM Modi, 2002 Riots Draws Government Ire
The documentary has caused a storm at other Indian universities too.
Tunisia Journalists Accuse State of Intimidation
The demonstrators gathered outside government headquarters in Tunis, some wearing red tape across their mouths, while others shouted, "No to repression of journalists" and "We demand an independent free press."