Reporter Ndeye Maty Niang was arrested in May 2023 in connection with her online commentary that was critical of Senegalese authorities. She was charged with “acts likely to undermine public security, direct provocation of an unarmed gathering, and usurping the function of a journalist.” She embarked on two hunger strikes in July and October to protest her conditions. She was released on March 12, 2024.
Ndeye Maty Niang
Is case active: Yes
Country:Senegal
Region:Sub-Saharan Africa
Gender:Female
Status:Conditional Release