Hailu is one of the Zone 9 Bloggers, a group formed in 2012 to publish political commentary online in the face of tightening restrictions on expression. Following his initial arrest in 2014, he was acquitted of terrorism charges, but still faces other criminal charges.
Befekadu Hailu
Is case active: No
Designation:Online Commentator
Country:Ethiopia
Region:Sub-Saharan Africa
Gender:Male
Status:Released