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Georgia: Violence, Threats, and Censorship, Journalists Targeted During Disputed Elections
WPF is deeply concerned for the safety of press workers in Georgia following the disputed elections marred by violence, allegations of vote rigging, and claims of electoral misconduct. Throughout election day, journalists reporting at polling stations faced assaults, intimidation, and obstruction, highlighting the growing dangers for independent media covering politically sensitive events in the country
South Africa: Women Press Freedom Demands Justice for Assaulted Journalists at Political Rally
WPF strongly condemns the harassment, intimidation, and aggressive behavior faced by several women journalists covering former President Jacob Zuma’s MK Party rally.
India: Authorities must immediately apprehend men threatening Neha Purav for her reporting
WPF vehemently condemns the threats and harassment faced by Neha Purav, a distinguished journalist with over 25 years of experience, following her report on a union minister’s election campaign.
Pakistan: Political Parties and Supporters Target Journalists for Unbiased Election Coverage
Women Press Freedom is alarmed by the incessant trolling and abuse being hurled at journalists by political parties in Pakistan and their supporters following the country’s 10th general elections on February 8.
Pakistan: Women Press Freedom Stands Against Legal Notices to 47 Journalists
Women Press Freedom is deeply concerned about the recent developments in Pakistan, where at least 47 journalists and YouTubers have been issued legal notices by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA).
Madagascar: Police Injure Journalist Finoana Razafijaonimanana with Stun grenade
In a troubling escalation of violence against the press in Madagascar, journalist Finoana Razafijaonimanana was injured by a stun grenade during a clash between police and demonstrators in Antananarivo.
Malaysia: 2 Women Journalists Inappropriately Touched by Minister's Bodyguard During By-Election
A Minister's bodyguard harasses two women journalists while they were covering events organized by the Home Ministry during the Pulai parliamentary by-election.
Democratic Republic of Congo: Ruling Party Supporters Throw Rocks at Élysée Odia
Seasoned reporter Élysée Odia and four other journalists were stoned while covering a political rally.
Zimbabwe: Ruling Party Supporters Attack VOA’s Annahstacia Ndlovu Ahead of Elections
Supporters of political party Zanu PF take Annahstacia Ndlovu’s phone and physically assault her for documenting street skirmishes in the run up to presidential elections on August 23, 2023.
Albania: Syri TV’s Marsi Korreshi Harassed During Live Broadcast by Relatives of Political Candidate
Journalist Marsi Korreshi and Syri TV crew were harassed while covering a gathering of the Socialist Party.