Campaign For Free Expression

[Human Rights Day] On Human Rights Day, we remember those who stood up against injustice — often at great personal cost. Their courage gave meaning to the rights we hold today. CFE wishes everyone a happy Human Rights Day. #KnowYourRights #HumanRightsDay

Breaking News: The Pentagon’s restrictions on news outlets violated the First Amendment, a federal judge ruled, in a victory for The New York Times. nyti.ms/4smNxY1

CBS News lays off 6% of staff and announces CBS News Radio is shutting down after nearly 100 years on air, kickstarting a Bari Weiss-led overhaul. cnn.it/4bmkCNU

#Vacancy Press Ombudsman. The Press Council is seeking a senior, independent leader with a legal background to uphold media accountability, safeguard public trust, and strengthen ethical journalism. #PressCouncilSA #PressOmbud #EthicalJournalism #PublicTrust #MediaAccountability

The IEC’s multifaceted shield against the AI disinformation hurricane #Echobox=1773979979" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-0…

LIVE | Mastermind behind Babita's death still 'breathes free air'. It sends a message to all whistleblowers in SA - News24's Jeff Wicks brnw.ch/21x0U1D

Next week we’re heading to the Human Rights Festival 2026. For the first time as Moxii Africa, we’ll be part of three days of conversations and action around human rights. We’ll also be hosting a panel discussion and teasing a new partnership launching ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. 📩 Subscribe to our newsletter for insights and updates : forms.gle/YY5WDZ9imcuGwN… 📲 Follow our social media so you don’t miss what’s coming from the festival.

“They dragged me to the center of the group and assaulted me, while threatening me with further harm, and forced me to delete all my pictures," South African photographer Moeketsi Mamane told CPJ. Mamane was attacked by municipal workers when he and @WitnessKZN reporter @Shorne_B were covering their protest. News editor @kailenepillay says police have yet to make any arrests. Read more: cpj.org/?p=575846

📢 We’re hiring! DOD is seeking an experienced, strategically minded Executive Director to lead the organisation and drive its mission forward. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for organisational strategy, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, governance, and overall operational effectiveness. The Executive Director works closely with the National Committee and serves as the public face of the movement. More details here: bit.ly/4lFK1W8 🗓️ Deadline: 02 April 2026 📩 Apply: forms.gle/NrcN1u2HfJJMsq…

🟤Zimbabwe’s ruling party came under renewed scrutiny this week, following an explosive report by media watchdog INTELWATCH, which accuses it of orchestrating a sustained campaign of intimidation against journalists and critics. theindependent.co.zw/local-news/art…

[Human Rights Day] March is celebrated as Human Rights Month in South Africa. 21 March (tomorrow) is celebrated as Human Rights Day. All of us need to know our rights. #HumanRightsDay #KnowYourRights #CampaignForFreeExpression

When you vilify and sideline the real journalists, you silence the truth for the sake of propaganda. And the questions NOT asked at the Hegseth presser is proof of their exclusion.

Civil society organisations have called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to urgently appoint two judges to the Constitutional Court. enca.com/news-top-stori…

Another BBC scoop! BBC World Service to get extra £11m a year in deal ending funding uncertainty... Insiders say it's enough to keep the show on the road, but still a big battle over the longterm plan for the service... theguardian.com/media/2026/mar…

How can newsrooms strengthen credibility, trust, and inclusive reporting? Moxii Africa is bringing together journalists, editors, newsroom managers, and media leaders for a focused workshop on integrating gender-transformative Media & Information Literacy (MIL) into editorial practice. Expect: ✔ Practical newsroom insights ✔ Policy and editorial discussions ✔ Strategies to improve representation in coverage DATE📅 : 31 March 2026 This workshop is part of the Social Media for Peace Project, supported by UNESCO and the EU. PLEASE NOTE : ⚠️ Participation is limited to a small group of media professionals. RSVP to secure your place: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

[JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT] Read the joint media statement by civil society organizations on the delays in ConCourt appointments. @WhyJudgesMatter @CASACZA @SECTION27news freeexpression.org.za/media-releases…

[JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT] Read the joint media statement by civil society organizations on the delays in ConCourt appointments.

1/6 It has now been over 5 months since candidates were recommended for appointment to South Africa’s Constitutional Court - and still no decision. This is the longest delay of its kind in democratic South Africa. judgesmatter.co.za/opinions/joint… @ClsUct @_FreeExpression @CASACZA @LRCSouthAfrica

🟤Fresh evidence exposing the depth of what authors described as Zimbabwe’s “repressive” media landscape emerged this week, with a detailed investigation documenting deepening risks confronting journalists, theindependent.co.zw/local-news/art…

Jurors will return to court here on Thursday to continue deliberations in a civil trial accusing Meta and YouTube of harmfully hooking young internet users. brnw.ch/21x0RST