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DRC: 11 radio and television stations suspended over the last six months

The International Press Institute (IPI) expresses concern over a recent series of forced suspensions of radio and television broadcasters by local authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as well as by the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group operating in the country. At least 11 broadcasters have been closed or had programs suspended […]

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Mozambique: Lawmakers should reject restrictive NGO law

The International Press Institute (IPI) calls on Mozambican lawmakers to withdraw a controversial bill that would hinder the work of non-governmental organizations. Among other things, the legislation would give the government the power to shutter NGOs, including those that defend press freedom and free expression. As it begins its new session, Mozambique’s parliament is set […]

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Mexico: Authorities must investigate death of environmental journalist

The IPI global network urges Mexican authorities to thoroughly investigate the February 13 death of journalist and activist Abisaí Pérez Romero, including the possibility that he may have been killed. On February 13, journalist and environmental activist Abisaí Pérez Romero was found dead in the city of Tula, in the Mexican state of Hidalgo, a […]

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Morocco: IPI joins 41 other rights groups condemning persecution of journalist Taoufik Bouachrine and other critical journalists

The IPI global network has joined 41 other rights groups from around the world in urging authorities in Morocco to respect press freedom and to end the harassment and persecution of Taoufik Bouachrine and other critical journalists in the country. Read the joint letter below: The undersigned rights groups reiterate their call on Moroccan authorities […]

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