October 12, 2023
Niger: Nigerien Journalist Samira Sabou Charged With Treason, Cybercrime
The Committee to Protect Journalists has called on Nigerien authorities to drop all charges against journalist Samira Sabou and allow her to work freely. Read more »
October 02, 2023
Niger: Niger Journalist Samira Sabou Arrested By Unidentified Men
The Committee to Protect Journalists called for the immediate release of Nigerien online journalist Samira Sabou after her arrest by unidentified men on September 30. Read more »
August 25, 2023
Niger: CPJ Joins Call to Protect Journalists in Niger 1 Month After Coup
The Committee to Protect Journalists on Friday joined at least 79 journalists and press organizations in calling on Niger's military authorities to protect the rights and safety of… Read more »
August 15, 2023
Burkina Faso: Benin and Burkina Faso Suspend Media Outlets Over Coverage of Niger Coup
Authorities in Benin and Burkina Faso must immediately lift their respective suspensions of La Gazette du Golfe and Radio Oméga, and allow the media to report without fear… Read more »
August 03, 2023
Niger: Niger Blocks RFI and France 24 in Wake of Coup
The Committee to Protect Journalists has condemned Niger's suspension of broadcasts by French outlets Radio France Internationale (RFI) and France 24. Read more »