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RSF report shines a light on journalists who are targeted by organized crime (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News December 7, 2018

The only choice for reporters who uncover facts about organized crime is often between saying nothing and risking their lives. Worldwide, more than 30 journalists have been killed by criminal organizations since the start of 2017, RSF learned.
Source: MEDIA FEED

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