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Why is publishing so dangerous? - detained journo's wife

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:46:00 +0200

The wife of a hunger-striking Libyan journalist has told Amnesty International of her disbelief that her husband has been imprisoned and denied bail for 'offending' the judiciary under an al-Gaddafi-era law.
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Entries open for CNN MultiChoice African Journalist 2013 Awards

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:34:00 +0200

CNN International and MultiChoice this week officially launched the CNN MultiChoice African Journalist 2013 Awards.
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Search for bravest women journalists

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 10:33:00 +0200

WASHINGTON, US: The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking nominations for its 2013 Courage in Journalism Awards and Lifetime Achievement Award.
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[2013 trends] Out-of-the-box branding

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:33:00 +0200

No, the concepts of "tribalism", "gamification" and "engagement" aren't a promo for the latest computer game, but are in fact the trends that will characterise the way companies and consumers interact in 2013.
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Egypt steps up campaign against critical media

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 16:18:00 +0200

The Committee to Protect Journalists is alarmed by a series of investigations into independent Egyptian newspapers on accusations of insulting the president or reporting false news. Some newspapers and media professionals face formal charges in connection to their critical reporting, according to news reports.
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African Press Review 11 December 2012

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 13:05:00 +0200

The latest developments in Egypt and the wait for results after Ghana's election are both stories on the African continent today.
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Tunisian journalists look to build free press

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 12:39:00 +0200

Reporters in Tunisia say they face pressure that undermines their financial and editorial independence.
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Bloomberg calls for freelance journos

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 10:06:00 +0200

Bloomberg, the site for business and financial market news, is calling on freelance reporters with English-language capabilities to cover business and general news.
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Tunisia newspapers accuse new head of censorship

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:19:00 +0200

Tunisian newspaper staff on Thursday [30 August 2012] accused their controversial new director, appointed by the Islamist-led government, of censoring an article criticising his nomination.
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Freedom of Information still a concern - 50 years later

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 15:17:00 +0200

Reporters Without Borders would like to shine a spotlight on freedom of information in Algeria on the 50th anniversary of the country's independence.
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