Attacks on the Press in 2007: Democratic Republic of Congo
Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)
27 March 2008
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The conviction of Stanis Bujakera is a travesty of justice, as the evidence used to imprison him was fabricated.
The police assault on journalist Masand Mafuta is part of an increasing trend of Congolese law enforcement and security forces targeting and abusing the press.
Through a strategic intervention, nine media outlets and journalists’ associations will be able to access the internet even if local operators disrupt online services.