UN slams media 'repression' in Guinea

The United Nations expresses concern over increased repression of media freedom in Guinea and urges the military-led authorities to change course. Journalists have been harassed, intimidated, assaulted, and arrested, with equipment seized and media channels shut down. Access to social media sites and the internet has been blocked or restricted. The UN Human Rights Office calls for the immediate correction of the situation. Media outlets affected include Guinee Matin and Africa Guinee websites, Canal Plus, Fim FM, and Djoma FM.