Gambian President Yahya Jammeh has bowed to EU pressure to implement political reforms — including changing the country’s restrictions on the media, Buya Jammeh reports
Gambia: Jammeh promises to implement reforms
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CATEGORY: Africa
New law could force Ugandans to love their country
The soon to be tabled Patriotism Bill would require every Ugandan to, among other things, support all government development programs and defend national property. Edward Ronald Sekyewa reports
Gambia’s president wants to ditch English as official language
President Yahya Jammeh describes it as a “colonial legacy”, writes Buya Jammeh
Ugandan government demands free radio and TV time
One a week, at least one prime time hour is to be made available for government agents, ministries and other state entities to explain government programs and policies to the public. Edward Ronald Sekyewa reports
Gambia: Government suspected of blocking Viber
The increasingly authoritarian regime of Gambia is suspected of blocking the popular social media app Viber following weeks of speculation on the government’s intentions. The government said it has not been banned and blames service providers for the outage. Buya Jammeh reports
Tackling the legacy of the 1994 genocide: Media reform in Rwanda
In the years that have followed the 1994 Rwandan Genocide, the peace that has emerged is one defined by consolidated state control. But as Nicholas Williams explains, media reforms may change that.
Uganda: Petitioners take anti-gay law to constitutional court
Group including MP and former leader of the opposition want the Anti Homosexuality Act 2014 repealed for being in violation of the constitution. Edward Ronald Sekyewa reports
Kenyan politician wants to ban miniskirts and tight trousers
Member of Kilifi County Assembly to table bill he says is aimed at restoring decency. Duke Mangera reports
Index Freedom of Expression Awards: Arts nominee David Cecil
David Cecil was jailed in Uganda after he produced a play perceived to be ‘pro gay’ by the country’s authorities. His trial brought global media attention to the homophobic laws of the African nation
Uganda: Anti-porn law to be reviewed after attacks on women
Women wearing short skirts have faced attacks due to muddled legislation, writes Edward Ronald Sekyewa
Freedom of expression in Africa. Index on Censorship covers free speech, freedom of religion, artistic freedom on the continent of Africa.