Côte d’Ivoire - Climate of fear prevents journalists from working freely

Reporters without borders

Reporters Without Borders condemns the acts of intimidation and violence to which journalists are currently being subjected in Côte d'Ivoire, as the political crisis resulting from the 28 November presidential election drags on with no sign of a resolution in sight. “We deplore the climate of fear in Abidjan for journalists trying to cover developments,” Reporters Without Borders secretary-general Jean-François Julliard said. “The continuing struggle between Alassane Ouattara and Laurent Gbagbo, (...)

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