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The shutdown of Eye Radio’s website is an assault on the right to information in South Sudan.
It is a vital resource for journalists, activists, researchers, and the general public.
Authorities must restore access, and protect people’s rights now.
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Serbian authorities must withdraw the expulsion order against our @MediaFreedomEU colleague Massimo Moratti.
We fear this is linked to his advocacy work + part of ongoing pressure on critical voices the country.
We must protect free expression in Serbia.
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As journalist and prominent #MeToo activist Sophia #HuangXueqin approaches the end of her unjust 5-year prison sentence, ARTICLE 19 joined partners in calling on Chinese authorities to guarantee her freedom – without restrictions.
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4 years on, women & girls still defy harsh restrictions on their freedoms. The #WomanLifeFreedom movement and the spirit of protest continue.
Iran must repeal discriminatory laws and uphold rights to free expression, assembly + access to information.
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Civil society activists from across Kenya have joined in Makueni for the 6th Annual Civic Space Protection Summit, debating, planning, and sharing ideas.
Democracy, elections, and civic space cannot be separated.
Opening #ACSPS2026, @thekhrc ED Davis Malombe reflected on the critical role civic space plays in safeguarding human rights, democratic participation, and electoral integrity ahead of 2027.
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How can we protect civic space, strengthen democratic institutions, and shape democracy?
Today, two days of debate, discussion, and collaboration got underway in Makueni, Kenya.
The 6th Annual Civic Space Protection Summit is officially underway.
Over the next two days, citizens, activists, artists, journalists, human rights defenders, and civic actors from across Kenya will come together to reflect on, celebrate, and strengthen civic space.
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The 6th Annual Civic Space Protection Summit is officially underway.
Over the next two days, citizens, activists, artists, journalists, human rights defenders, and civic actors from across Kenya will come together to reflect on, celebrate, and strengthen civic space.
#ACSPS2026
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As the world marked #DemocracyDay police used violence against protesters in Lubumbashi + Kinshasa in #DRC.
Free the detained. Hold those accountable for injuries. Protect the right to protest.
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ARTICLE 19 joins @hrichina @RSF_inter @IndexCensorship @freedomhouse and dozens of partner organisations in calling on Chinese authorities to uphold journalist & activist Sophia Huang Xueqin's rights and to guarantee her freedom without imposing arbitrary restrictions on her.
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The annual civic space summit begins on Wednesday, bringing together activists, organisations and collectives to discuss, debate, lead and join workshops, reflect on their work, and inform each other about what's to come.
⏳ 2 days to go.
The conversations are ready. The voices are ready. The people are ready.
Makueni will soon host civic actors from across the country for two days of reflection, solidarity, and action on the future of civic space in #Kenya.
#ACSPS2026 #VoicesUnbowed
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⏳ 2 days to go.
The conversations are ready. The voices are ready. The people are ready.
Makueni will soon host civic actors from across the country for two days of reflection, solidarity, and action on the future of civic space in #Kenya.
#ACSPS2026 #VoicesUnbowed
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Hong Kong authorities continue their crackdown on peaceful protest, handing down long sentences for those who organised vigils commemorating the Tiananmen massacre.
We call for the immediate release of Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan, and Albert Ho.
🚨 Today’s sentencing of #HongKong Tiananmen vigil leaders Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan and Albert Ho is yet another affront to the rule of law.
We call on international governments to hold Hong Kong officials accountable and demand the immediate and unconditional release of these brave Hong Kongers.
#FreeChowHangtung #FreeLeeCheukyan #FreeAlbertHo
Read our statement👇
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🚨 Today’s sentencing of #HongKong Tiananmen vigil leaders Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan and Albert Ho is yet another affront to the rule of law.
We call on international governments to hold Hong Kong officials accountable and demand the immediate and unconditional release of these brave Hong Kongers.
#FreeChowHangtung #FreeLeeCheukyan #FreeAlbertHo
Read our statement👇
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Not long now! @article19eafric joins civil society partners next week, coming together to build resilience and community activism for a more just society and to challenge threats to human rights and civil liberties in Kenya.
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One critical conversation about the future of civic space.
Who gets to speak?
Who gets heard?
Who gets to participate?
Who protects civic space?
And what happens when civic space shrinks?
We will be asking these & many more at #ACSPS2026 #VoicesUnbowed #ProtectCivicSpace
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We joined 17 allies in writing to the
@EU_Commission: Apple’s new App Store terms fail to resolve its non-compliance. The DMA requires steering to be free of charge. A 15% fee is NOT zero.
The EC is turning enforcement into compromise and rewriting the law.
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The apparent endorsement of Apple’s terms leaves the market in legal uncertainty. Affected businesses are unable to tell whether the April 2025 non-compliance is officially resolved.
This lack of transparency undermines the DMA.
Read our letter:
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Today, CAF and 17 allies called out the @EU_Commission. Apple's new App Store terms fail to resolve its non-compliance. The DMA requires steering to be free of charge. 15% is not zero. The Commission is turning enforcement into compromise.
Read our letter bit.ly/4ys0ClJ
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⏳ 8 days to go!
In times of democratic uncertainty, civic space matters more than ever.
Join us in Makueni for the 6th Annual Civic Space Protection Summit as we celebrate the voices, actions, and movements shaping our collective future.
#ACSPS2026 #ProtectCivicSpace
We are proud to be part of the 6th Annual Civic Space Protection Summit as we join fellow civic actors, human rights defenders, and change-makers to reflect on protecting #CivicSpace in an era of democratic uncertainty.
📅 16–17 Sep
#ACSPS2026 #VoicesUnbowed #ProtectCivicSpace
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