Acquittal of Award-Winning Journalist in Angola is a Victory for Press Freedom
“This verdict is a victory for freedom of expression, as well as a vindication of Rafael Marques’ work. While it is regrettable that the case had to come to… More
Prosecution of Rafael Marques de Morais Part of Angolan Government’s Renewed Effort to Stifle Free Expression
“Rafael Marques has for years bravely documented government malfeasance and human rights abuses in Angola at a great cost to his own personal safety and well-being. It is essential… More
“They tricked me”: Rafael Marques Convicted in Angola Despite Settlement to Drop Charges
The conviction and sentencing of journalist Rafael Marques de Morais in Angola on May 28, a week after charges against him were dropped in a settlement on May 21,… More
Angola: Overturn Conviction of Rafael Marques de Morais
This case reflects a broader deterioration in the environment for freedom of expression in Angola, including the increasing use of criminal defamation lawsuits against journalists and routine police abuse… More
Angola Must End its Persecution of Investigative Journalist
PEN calls on Angolan authorities to drop criminal defamation charges against leading journalist and anti-corruption activist Rafael Marques de Morais and cease its ongoing efforts to stifle freedom of… More
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