2025: No ordinary year
Unprecedented threats tested freedom of expression and information rights everywhere: funding cuts, restrictive legislation, toxic online environments, escalating conflicts. Yet the IFEX network answered with collective power. From winning legal battles to protect independent media, shielding leaders under siege, and forging connections that turned crisis into opportunities. Discover how the diversity and reach of the network advanced the work in ways only collective action can.
Advancing press freedom together
Across the globe, IFEX members are doing the vital work of defending journalists, equipping them with the tools and skills they need, and confronting the forces that silence them. IFEX exists to support that work: connecting organizations across borders, sharing knowledge, opening doors to advocacy spaces, and channelling resources to where they are needed most.
IFEX Collaboration Project
By developing action-oriented tools and frameworks, IFEX is helping civil society organisations strengthen collaboration, challenge power imbalances, and build the foundations for more just and inclusive collective work.
Meeting the AI moment
Artificial intelligence is disrupting journalism, boosting efficiency and data analysis while also exacerbating threats and disinformation. The IFEX network is ready for the challenge.
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Journalist sentenced to two years in prison for commenting on security situation during TV programme
His lawyers called for the acquittal of Abdrahamane Keïta, arguing that his remarks did not amount to undermining the credibility of the state or the dissemination of false information.
Civil society organizations express concern over detention and deportation of digital rights defender Ola Bini
The Ola Bini case has a dimension that goes beyond his individual situation. Defending privacy, cybersecurity, freedom of expression, and human rights in digital environments is a legitimate and necessary activity in a democratic society.
Court dismisses criminal proceedings against Espacio Público Executive Director
Espacio Público confirms that the serious charges against Carlos Correa were completely alien to the legitimate, public, and peaceful work they have conducted for over two decades defending freedom of expression and civic space in Venezuela.
Authorities urged to establish cause of TikTok disruption in Northern Nigeria, end any access restrictions
A coalition of civil society organizations expressed concern and stressed that the reported disruption to TikTok access in parts of northern Nigeria warrants prompt, transparent and independent investigation.
Security forces arrest editorial team of fact-checking platform “Matsadaqsh”
The arrests come days before the Government Achievements Forum and months ahead of expected constitutional amendments extending the president’s term beyond 2030, while the Interior Ministry accuses the platform of links to the Muslim Brotherhood, a claim AFTE says was made without citing a single false report.
More press freedom violations recorded in Ukraine in 8 months of 2026 than in entire 2025
The Institute of Mass Information recorded 136 press freedom violations in Ukraine in January – August 2026.