18 arrested in Tunisia during protests that erupted after death of journalist who set himself on fire to protest economic problems in North African nation.
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Congo Delays Sunday’s Election in Ebola Zone for Months
Congo’s already long-delayed election will be postponed for months in certain communities where deadly Ebola virus outbreak has infected hundreds of people.
Liberian Journalists Alarmed over Government ‘Hostilities’
Journalists in Liberia sounded alarm on press freedom after two ministers mounted attack on a paper that ran an article about alleged top-level corruption.
Algeria Sentences Journalist to Year in Jail Over Demonstration
Adlene Mellah, who heads the news websites Algerie Direct and Dzair Presse, was arrested on December 9 for for taking part in an illegal protest.
Clash with Police after Tunisian Journalist Sets Himself Ablaze
A Tunisian journalist has set himself on fire, in a protest over harsh living conditions that prompted overnight clashes with police in the country’s west.
Sudanese Protesters Dispersed After Week of Rallies Turns Violent
At least three Sudanese protesters were wounded by gunshots Tuesday when security forces dispersed rallies in the capital, witnesses said.
In Escalation, Zimbabwe Suspends Striking Doctors Without Pay
The country’s health minister Obediah Moyo announced on Christmas eve that none of the strikers will receive their December salaries.
Confusion and Anger Grow as Congo Faces Sunday’s Election
As Congo hurtles toward Sunday’s already troubled election, the opposition urged mobile phone companies to disable SIM cards provided for voting machines.
Government Suspends Without Pay 500 Striking Zimbabwe Doctors
The Zimbabwean government suspense 500 striking doctors, saying that the 24-day industrial action was illegal as determined by the Labor Court on Saturday.
Zambia Journalist Jailed for 18 Months for Contempt of Court
Zambia’s Supreme Court yesterday sentenced Derrick Sinjela, editor-in-chief of privately owned Rainbow Newspaper, 18 months in prison for contempt of court.