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– Network of African free expression groups calls for end to impunity for crimes against journalists (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News July 6, 2017

AFEX deplores the increasing incidents of killings, physical attacks, arbitrary arrests and detentions, threats and harassment of journalists, media professionals and activists in Africa as a threat towards the enjoyment of free expression and the ultimate development of the continent.
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