Somalia: Escalating attacks against journalists in May raise alarm

International — Press-Freedom Bodies · 2026-05-29 · EU · verified record

Themes: Media & broadcasting · Online platforms

Ecosystems: EU Media Freedom Act

The IPI global network expresses deep concern over the escalating attacks, arrests, intimidation, and harassment of journalists in Somalia and especially throughout the month of May 2026. IPI calls on the international diplomatic community to intensify engagement with Somali authorities and urge them to prioritise the protection of journalists and press freedom. As Somalia has been holding local council and state assembly elections and broader national conversations concerning the current government’s term and democratic processes, attacks on journalists and restrictions on independent reporti

The IPI global network expresses deep concern over the escalating attacks, arrests, intimidation, and harassment of journalists in Somalia and especially throughout the month of May 2026. IPI calls on the international diplomatic community to intensify engagement with Somali authorities and urge the

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