A new election law imposes harsh criminal penalties for "any speech, organising, inciting, protesting, or distributing leaflets in order to destroy a part of the electoral process." ...

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.

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.

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.

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

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 ...

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

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

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.

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

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