French media suspended in Togo as protests escalate
Togo’s media regulator has ordered a three-month suspension of two major French broadcasters, France 24 and Radio France Internationale (RFI),…
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Ayité writes to Pope Leon XIV over Press repression in Togo
In exile since 2022, renowned Togolese investigative journalist Ferdinand Mensah Ayité has sent a powerful letter to Pope Leon XIV,…
Togolese press union decries journalist’s “manhandling” during electoral coverage
The Patronat de la Presse Togolaise (PPT), the national press union of Togo, has strongly condemned the police’s forceful arrest…
Six journalists assaulted : CPJ urges Togolese authorities to ensure accountability
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has called on Togolese authorities to hold accountable those responsible for the violent attacks…
Journalist Ferdinand Ayité faces news allegations from Togo
The Togolese authorities have reportedly leveled serious accusations against investigative journalist Ferdinand Ayité and Commander Olivier Amah, both currently exiled in France. They are alleged to be involved in a conspiracy against state security and acts of terrorism.
Togo lifts suspension on foreign media accreditation
This decision followed the arrest and expulsion of a French journalist, who was accused by Togolese authorities of illegally crossing the border and acting as an activist.
RSF uncovers continued surveillance on Togolese media figures
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has revealed this week that Pegasus cyber-espionage software continues to infiltrate the mobile phones of Togolese journalists, especially Loïc Lawson and Anani Sossou. The duo currently faces legal action in Togo, triggered by a complaint from the Minister of Urban Planning.
Togo – Legal Saga continues for journalists Lawson and Sossou
This legal saga draws parallels with a past defamation case involving journalists Isidore Kowounou, Ferdinand Ayité, and the late Joël Egah, who had clashed with the same minister and another government official.
More appeals for Media Law amendment in Togo following journalists’ release
Loïc Lawson and Anani Sossou, journalists detained at Lomé’s civil prison since November 15, 2023, were released on Friday, December 1, 2023, as reported at the beginning of the weekend. While there are no formal contemplations or discussions, the release of the journalists has triggered a surge in appeals for a swift amendment to Togo’s media laws.
Press Freedom in Togo: “Warning signs flashing red”
“This award is not truly good news for our country,” said Ferdinand Ayité, the Togolese winner of the International Press Freedom Award presented on Thursday evening (November 16, 2023) by the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) in New York