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Despite Numerous Persecutions, Nigerien Journalist Samira Sabou Isn’t Backing Down
Samira Sabou, one of the journalists honored with a CPJ International Press Freedom Award, has remained steadfast in her mission to hold Nigerien authorities accountable.
Dawit Isaak’s 23-Year Detention Gains Renewed Attention with Human Rights Prize
The Committee to Protect Journalists says awarding Dawit Isaak the Edelstam Prize sends a strong message to Eritrean authorities that are holding at least 16 journalists without trial, access to family, or judicial oversight.
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