Special Reports & Publications / Africa

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Robert Mugabe’s government has jailed reporters without basis, intimidated sources, and obstructed distribution of independent news.

More than 80 journalists flee their home countries in the last year. Iraq and Somalia are the hardest hit. By Elisbeth Witchel and Karen Phillips

Journalist Deaths Hit Decade Peak Half in Iraq; record number in Somalia

At least three journalists a month flee their home countries to escape threats of violence, imprisonment, or harassment.

JOURNALISTS IN EXILE A STATISTICAL PROFILE July 2001 – June 2007 Total who went into exile in this period

At least three journalists a month flee their home countries to escape threats of violence, imprisonment, or harassment. By Elisabeth Witchel and Karen Phillips

Uprooted journalists struggle to keep careers, independent reporting alive.

Edited transcript of remarks, 5/5/04 Carnegie Council Conversation (Merrill House, New York City).