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Analysis: #Journalism under pressure: New report documents escalating threats to media freedom in #Ethiopia A report released in February this year warns that journalists in Ethiopia continue to operate in an increasingly hostile environment marked by physical danger, legal pressure, and expanding digital surveillance, despite years of official reform pledges. The findings are detailed in the Annual Assessment Report on Journalist Safety in Ethiopia 2025, published by International Media Support (#IMS). The report describes 2025 as “a worrying period for journalists in Ethiopia,” citing persistent intimidation, detention, and harassment nationwide. At least 44 journalists were abducted or detained during the year, slightly higher than the 43 recorded in 2024, underscoring what the report calls a continuity of attacks against the press. A central finding of the assessment is the continued reliance on national security ....... Read more: https://addisstandard.com/?p=55511

South Africa from A to Z: students, graduates, and professors of the Institute of International Relations (IIR) discovered many fascinating facts about the country! On March 22, South African English teacher Samora "Sam" Poswa held an engaging presentation at IIR, sharing insights about his homeland and answering numerous questions. The event was organized with the support of the Office of the Honorary Consul of South Africa in Yekaterinburg. The Office staff presented IIR Rector Dr. Irina Vylegzhanina with the Russian edition of Jim Is Tired of Jo’burg by South African Ambassador to Russia Mzuvukile Maqetuka, translated in 2024. They also spoke about the history of the project initiated by HC of South Africa Sergey Mazurkevich. #SouthAfrica#internationalrelations#education#culture#IIR#IMS#Maqetuka#Mazurkevich#Yekaterinburg