In recent days, the publication editorial team reported acts of intimidation, threats, and direct pressure, as well as ...

SFLC said the amendment has severe implications on democratic governance, maintenance of public trust and transparency.

Iryna Khalip, a special correspondent for "Novaya Gazeta Europe", has a long history of persecution by the Belarusian authorities, who have also targeted her family.

A draft law promises stronger protections for women, but political violence, militia dominance and a paralyzed judiciary keep survivors unprotected and embolden attacks on women who speak out.

Israel's surveillance, network disruptions, and digital interference continue to threaten Lebanon’s civic space and public safety, with SMEX pushing for stronger digital governance and clear ...

Bouakba faces charges under laws long deployed against journalists, including “national symbols” offenses, showing how commentary on public figures continues to be criminalised.

Tuğçe Yılmaz faces charges of insulting the Turkish nation and republic after publishing a report on "bianet" in which young ...

Africa Freedom of Information Centre's new initiative will capacitate journalists and civil society to use the UPR system ...

Fears of renewed repression are casting doubt over whether the Central African Republic’s December polls can deliver a credible and inclusive outcome.

ECOWAS is urging Nigeria to amend Kano State’s blasphemy laws after ruling that their vague language and death penalty provisions violate protected freedoms under African and international law.

Bissau's elections and shut down media and digital platforms, deepening fears over civic freedoms and democratic backsliding.

Seydou Oumar Traoré's release underscores growing alarm over Mali's reliance on criminal sanctions to police commentary about leaders in neighbouring military-led states.