Free press is not negotiable in a democratic society; journalists must do their work without intimidation, interference or fear
As a nation, our 2010 Constitution must continue to be our guide. But we must also be honest with ourselves and accept the fact that we are navigating a period where public discourse is increasingly tense and where political competition is sometimes expressed in ways that test our unity.
Freedom of Expression: Sudan, Tanzania make macabre list of 128 journalists killed in the world as China named world’s top jailer
The updated list documents 17 additional cases confirmed after December 10, underscoring a particularly deadly year for journalism and the continued prevalence of impunity. The Federation had released a preliminary list on December 9, reporting 111 killings, including one accidental death.
