Zan's imprisonment highlights the continued repression of independent voices in China and the authorities' intolerance of even symbolic acts of remembrance.

Civil society groups said national security laws continue to be weaponised to persecute independent media actors and facilitate transnational repression against Hong Kong human rights defenders.

In 2016, Sri Lankan authorities issued an international arrest warrant for Senadheera for alleged contempt of court.

Burkina Faso's transitional authorities have dismantled the country's entire political party system, fundamentally altering how citizens can organise and participate in public affairs.

Experts highlight how foreign actors are exploiting weaknesses in Africa's information ecosystem to influence narratives around politics, trade and strategic resources.

At the inaugural Africa Editors Congress in Nairobi, media leaders warned that platform dominance and AI are reshaping journalism and called for coordinated action to protect independent media.

Somalian authorities are being urged to ensure a credible investigation and accountability for the fatal shooting of 25-year-old Somali journalist Abshir Khalif Shidane.

A new report finds women activists across the region facing anxiety, threats, detention, and online harassment, and calls for stronger protections and access to mental health support.

The radio station was shut down after interactions via telephone between girls and the station, regarding educational programs aimed at women deprived of higher education under current restrictions.

MADA condemns the killing of the "Qatar Radio" reporter in central Gaza and renews calls for protection of Palestinian journalists and independent investigations into attacks on media workers.

Kenya's Court of Appeal has ruled that criminal penalties for publishing "false or misleading information" under the country's cybercrime law were overly broad and threatened legitimate expression.

BCHR says at least 60 people, including children, were detained for peaceful protests and social media posts, calling for their immediate release and respect for freedom of expression.