Tag: media
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Africa CDC Declares First Public Health Emergency Over Mpox Outbreak
The Africa Centres for Disease Control (Africa CDC) has declared a Public Health Emergency over a severe outbreak of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) that began in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in September and has since spread to neighboring countries. The outbreak, which marks the first time the Africa CDC has issued such…
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Azerbaijan Faces Criticism for Media and Civil Society Crackdown Ahead of Hosting COP29 Summit
Azerbaijan has come under scrutiny for its treatment of journalists, bloggers, opposition politicians, and academics, particularly those investigating issues like revenue transparency in the hydrocarbon sector, ahead of hosting the COP29 climate summit. Human Rights Watch highlights a crackdown on civil society, which raises concerns about the country’s ability to foster an open dialogue on…
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Impact of Independent Journalists on India’s Election Results Highlighted Amid Surprising Opposition Gains
In a recent development from India’s elections, unexpected results have shown the ruling party, led by Narendra Modi, falling short of a predicted supermajority, marking a significant moment for the country’s political landscape. Independent journalists and digital platforms played a crucial role in this shift, highlighting the growing influence of alternative media in shaping public…