Egypt’s blocking of 64 websites that are not aligned to state media’s narrative is part of crackdown
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Election Body Begins Process For Next Indian Presidential Vote
India’s Election Commission set in motion the process to elect the country’s next president
Hungarian NGO Law Stigmatizing Civil Society Organizations
The Hungarian government has adopted a law that has no place in a democratic society
Travel Ban Lifted on Cambodian Opposition Leader Sam Rainsy
The Cambodian government lifted travel restrictions on opposition leader Sam Rainsy on Wednesday
Why Media is Key to Better Liberian Democracy
Training for young journalists contributes to the general effort for media improvement in the country
Russia’s Youth Anti-Government Movement Finds Space Online
Russian President Putin has managed to control the message coming from most media outlets
VIDEO: Over 1,000 Arrested in Russian Anti-Corruption Rallies
Police have detained hundreds of protesters and some journalists at anti-corruption demonstrations
About Hung Parliaments, Minority and Coalition Governments
When voters don’t return a clear majority, forming a government can be messy and time consuming
Ethiopian Civil Society is Getting Squeezed
Changes include an internet shutdown to convictions of journalists and opposition members
Hungary NGO Crackdown Heightens Under New Law
Hungary’s parliament has approved a new law targeting foreign-funded non-governmental organisations