Zimbabwe on Friday faced “total internet shutdown,” after a days-long violent crackdown on people protesting a dramatic fuel price increase.
Journalism and Free Speech articles on Democracy Chronicles
A basic necessity in a democratic society, is journalism and free speech play a central role in creating a system of checks and balance, and in distributing power equally between governments, businesses, individuals, and other social entities. Access to verifiable information gathered by independent media sources, which adhere to journalistic standards, can also be of service to ordinary citizens, by empowering them with the tools they need in order to participate in the political process. Also see our articles on Civil Rights.
Turkey Detained and Then Deported Dutch Journalist
Turkish authorities detained and then deported Dutch journalist, her newspaper said Thursday — the latest foreign reporter to be ousted from the country.
Journalist Who Exposed Ghana Soccer Corruption Shot Dead
An investigative journalist in Ghana who helped expose a high-ranking official at world soccer body FIFA as corrupt was shot dead by gunmen on a motorbike.
How to Make Pakistani Media Regulations Smarter
It is very welcome that Pakistan is reviewing its rules and systems for regulating the media, which is vital according to the Centre for Law and Democracy.
Mayor’s Killing in Poland Sparks Anger Against Hate Speech
Gdansk mayor, Pawel Adamowicz death in Poland sparks anger against hate speech with many calling for stronger actions against those who threaten others.
Facebook to Invest $300 Million in Local News Social Media Initiative
Facebook says it is investing $300 million over the next three years in local news programs, partnerships and other initiatives.
China Urged to Release Human Rights Defender Huang Qi
Chinese authorities secretly tried Huang Qi, human rights defender, citizen journalist, and head of the rights group “6.4 Tianwang,” on January 14.
Important Conviction Obtained in 2002 Murder of India Journalist
Important convictions obtained in 2002 murder of journalist Ram Chandler Chaterpatti by India’s Central Bureau of Investigation according to news reports.
Reuters’ Myanmar Journalists Lose Appeal
Two Reuters journalists, Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo in Myanmar lost their appeal Friday against their conviction and seven-year jail sentences.
Law Against Criticizing Malaysian Monarchy Proposed
The Malaysian government’s proposed new law to protect the monarchy from “insults” is its latest backtracking on human rights promises.