With over half the world’s population voting in 2024, IFEX members stood on the frontlines, defending the right to speak out, protest, and participate in democratic processes. As a highly ...

"Elections are today one of the most vulnerable mechanisms in democratic societies – they are constantly under attack from internal and external actors" - Metamorphosis This statement was originally ...

In an era of rising authoritarianism and division, IFEX members are proving that solidarity, collaboration, and connection are the foundation for lasting change. As a highly collaborative network of ...

President Hichilema is being urged not to sign Zambia’s two Cyber Bills recently passed by the legislature as they risk curbing freedoms under the guise of cybersecurity.

China’s government has arrested dozens of people in Tibetan areas since 2021 for politically motived phone and internet-related offenses, Human Rights Watch said today. Tibetan journalists in exile ...

Mozambican authorities are facing criticism for failing to thoroughly investigate the killing of opposition figures following the disputed October 2024 elections. This statement was originally ...

MISA-Lesotho is concerned that the lack of consultation and vague clauses in the Computer Crime and Security Bill risk undermining freedom of expression and media freedom. This statement was ...

Eedris Abdulkareem's song "Tell Your Papa" is a lyrical protest against Nigeria's worsening socio-economic conditions under President Bola Tinubu's leadership. This statement was originally published ...

The government is being urged to prioritise inclusive stakeholder engagement and robust protections for fundamental rights as it prepares to enact legislation addressing misinformation and ...

Pakistan Press Foundation encouraged journalists to fully utilise the resources available to ensure their safety and protection under the laws. This statement was originally published on ...

A global media watchdog warned that the leader's remarks could undermine critical reporting. This statement was originally published on advox.globalvoices.org on 14 April 2025. Vanuatu officials ...

A pro-government journalist criticized Nakary Mena's report on rising crime in Caracas – a sensitive issue for the government – a day before she and González went missing on April 8 near a public ...