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Seeking Justice for the Death of Cameroonian Journalist Samuel Wazizi
Media Defence has filed a claim against Cameroon at the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) in the case of Cameroonian journalist,
Thailand’s Ongoing Criminalisation of Investigative Journalist Chutima Sidasathian
This article forms part of our Human Rights Day Series, highlighting three urgent cases we are supporting to underscore the
Human Rights Day 2025: Spotlighting Three Journalists Whose Courage Endures
Each year on the 10th of December, Human Rights Day commemorates the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and its protection
The Supreme Court Upholds Torture Convictions in the Case of Claudia Julieta Duque
This article was originally published in Spanish by our partner Fundación para la Libertad de Prensa (FLIP). Read the original
Ariane Lavrilleux: Landmark Judgment for Source Protection to be Appealed by Paris Public Prosecutor
On 9 October 2025, the Paris Criminal Court dismissed the proceedings against French investigative journalist Ariane Lavrilleux in the Egypt
“Our Laws Must Work for All”: Supreme Court Strengthens Nigerians’ Right to Information
Earlier this year, Nigeria’s Supreme Court affirmed that the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act applies across all levels of government
Blogger Delfina Silvano’s fight against colonial-era incitement laws in Angola
In an encouraging ruling, the Tribunal da Relação de Benguela (Court of Appeal) in Angola dismissed the ‘rebellion’ case against
Media Defence Condemns Detention of Lawyer and Human Rights Defender Ruth López in El Salvador
Media Defence condemns the arrest of Ruth López, Chief Legal Officer at the human rights organisation Cristosal in El Salvador.
Our Journalist Impact Survey 2024
Explore Report We’re pleased to publish key insights from our 8th Journalist Impact Survey. The report shares findings and observations
Standing Up to Abusive Lawsuits: Legal Support Seminar with Ossigeno per L'Informazione
9 April 2025 | 15:00–18:00 CET | In-person and online | Italian (In person & Online) English (Online) Media Defence’s
Whereabouts of Espacio Público's Executive Director, Carlos Correa, remain unknown
Leer artículo en español Update: Carlos Correa was released early on the morning of the 16th Jan, following his arrest
Nika Gvaramia: Developments in Detention and Trial Highlight Serious Rights Violations
On December 4, 2024, at 3:30 PM, opposition leader, Nika Gvaramia was detained under circumstances raising serious concerns about due