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Several critical journalists detained as protests in Sudan continue (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News January 7, 2019

CPJ is calling on Sudanese authorities to release the 3 journalists recently detained after publishing columns in support of the widespread protests that have included calls for President Omar al Bashir to resign.
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