NORTH AFRICAArab Free Press Forum looks at issues and changing face of Arab blogging
The World Association of Newspapers is holding its third Arab Free Press Forum in Beirut, Lebanon, on 12 and 13 December 2008. 7 Nov 2008 12:28
NORTH AFRICANiger Communication Minister urged to end crackdown on media support group
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) on Wednesday, 10 September 2008, urged the Communication Minister of Niger, Mohamed Ben Omar, to stop his crackdown on the Press House, an independent media support group, after he threatened to dissolve its board and all the member associations. 11 Sep 2008 12:35
NORTH AFRICABlogger jailed for two years for critising King
A Moroccan blogger who wrote an article criticising the King was sentenced to two years in jail after a startling short trial, reported the Arabic Network for Human Rights Information (ANHRI), International PEN's Writers in Prison Committee (WiPC) and Reporters Without Borders (RSF). 11 Sep 2008 11:53
NORTH AFRICAInterpublic increases stake in MCN
The Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG) has announced that it has concluded an important transaction in the Middle East and North Africa region, increasing its stake in the Middle East Communication Networks (MCN) from a minority position to 51% ownership. 5 Aug 2008 12:00
NORTH AFRICAWriter instructed not to write about military matters without permission
The Military Prosecutor General decided to release journalist and writer Abd Al Khaliq Farouq on 8 July after two and a half hours of questioning. However, Farouq was instructed to not address any issues related to the military without permission from the concerned bodies. 10 Jul 2008 11:16
NORTH AFRICAGovernment closes Niamey's press house
NIGER: Reporters Without Borders is baffled by the communication ministry's decision on 30 June 2008 to close down Niamey's House of the Press, a centre used by journalists for various activities, including training seminars organised by the French and US embassies. 9 Jul 2008 09:36
NORTH AFRICAAttempt to restrict satellite broadcasting, electronic media continues
Arabic Network for Human Rights Information (ANHRI) has spoken out against the efforts of the ministerial council of Arab information ministers, held in the headquarters of the Arab League from 20 - 21 June 2008, to further restrict satellite television broadcasting. 27 Jun 2008 13:53
NORTH AFRICAIFRA heads to North Africa
DARMSTADT, GERMANY: With a focus on new developments and latest challenges for the news publishing industry, such as business models, cross-media marketing and digital publishing, IFRA is offering a diverse programme of conferences and study tours international and regional events in North Africa, India and Europe in the second half of 2008. 20 Jun 2008 13:28
NORTH AFRICACNN Multichoice African Journalist 2008 finalists
Finalists in the prestigious CNN MultiChoice African Journalist 2008 Competition were announced today, 15 May 2008, by Azubuike Ishiekwene, Chair of the independent judging panel. This year the competition, now in its 13th year, received a record 1912 entries from 44 countries throughout the African continent, including French- and Portuguese-speaking Africa. 15 May 2008 16:04
NORTH AFRICAWAN protests against press crackdown in Tibet
The World Association of Newspapers (WAN) and World Editors Forum (WEF) have protested to Chinese President Hu Jintao against the crackdown on coverage of events in Tibet and the banning of foreign media, in violation of international agreements, Chinese law and China's Olympic promises. 26 Mar 2008 09:08
NORTH AFRICAKenya government lifts ban
The government of Kenya has lifted the ban on live broadcasting, but has cautioned foreign correspondents against "inflammatory" reporting. 6 Feb 2008 09:48
NORTH AFRICAPutting African football in the picture
Africa Interactive works together with local media talent in Ghana to put the Nike5showdown tournament in the picture. 29 Jan 2008 09:54
NORTH AFRICAPress harassment hinders Niger's development, watchdogs warn
Press freedom groups agree that an increase in arrests, intimidation and harassment of journalists in Niger is impeding development in one of the poorest countries in the world. 16 Jan 2008 07:32
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