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Rwanda: IPI calls for release of YouTube journalist Theoneste Nsengimana

The IPI global network of editors, media executives, and leading journalists condemns this month’s arrest of Rwandan journalist Theoneste Nsengimana of Umubavu TV. IPI calls for his immediate release. On Tuesday, October 13, journalist Theoneste Nsengimana was arrested at his home by the Rwandan authorities. Earlier that day, Nsengimana, who runs a channel called Umubavu […]

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Global Encryption Day: Secure communication vital for journalists

On Global Encryption Day, October 21, it is crucial to underline the importance of encrypted communication for press freedom. Encryption is vital for the security and privacy of journalists and their sources as well as the integrity and confidentiality of journalistic communication. End-to-end encryption protects communication from surveillance and interception by third parties so that […]

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Protect encryption: IPI joins 150 other groups in global call

Strong encryption is a critical technology that helps keep people, their information, and communications private and secure. It underpins online trust, protects members of vulnerable communities, and safeguards the data of governments, businesses, and everyday citizens from criminals and hostile governments. However, some governments and organizations are pushing to weaken encryption, which would create a […]

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How local media can build local democracy

There’s plenty of talk about the rebirth of local media. But here’s a question that needs more attention: what’s happening with local media outside Western Europe and North America? The answer could be critical to the future of global journalism. The IPI global network of journalists, editors and publishers is keen to find out. With […]

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