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Mozambique: Crackdown on Press Freedom Amidst Political Unrest
Journalists in Mozambique face escalating violence and threats amid post-election protests and government crackdowns on press freedom.
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Venancio MondlaneBruno MarrengulaSadibou MarongErnesto MartinhoNuno Gemusse Alberto
- What triggered the attacks on journalists in Mozambique?
- Following the October 9th general elections in Mozambique, protests erupted, leading to a significant crackdown on press freedom. Journalists faced attacks, including tear gas, beatings, arrests, and equipment confiscation.
- What forms of violence and intimidation did journalists experience?
- Multiple incidents of violence against journalists occurred across Mozambique, including physical assaults, equipment theft, and online threats. These attacks targeted reporters covering protests and opposition activities.
- What is Mozambique's ranking regarding press freedom according to RSF?
- Mozambique's ranking of 105th out of 180 countries in the 2024 RSF World Press Freedom Index reflects the concerning state of press freedom and the ongoing threats to journalists.
- How did Reporters Without Borders respond to the situation in Mozambique?
- Reporters Without Borders (RSF) strongly condemns the violence against journalists in Mozambique, highlighting the authorities' failure to protect the press and their suppression of information through internet shutdowns.
- What measures did the Mozambican government take to control information flow?
- The Mozambican government's response to the post-election unrest included internet shutdowns, aiming to curb the flow of information and suppress dissent. This severely impacted journalists' ability to report.