@kalkalhuman strongly condemns the continued arrest and intimidation of journalists in Mogadishu, which represents a serious violation of press freedom and freedom of expression.
The recent detention of Mohamed Ali Qadaaye of Iftiimiye TV, following the earlier arrest of Abdukadir Abukar Ali (Diirshe) of Somali Stream, raises deep concern over the shrinking civic space for journalists and media professionals in Somalia. These actions undermine the role of the media in informing the public and holding institutions accountable.
KAHRDO calls on the Somali authorities to immediately and unconditionally end all arbitrary arrests and harassment of journalists. We further urge the government to uphold constitutional guarantees on freedom of expression, ensure full respect for media freedom, and create a safe and enabling environment where journalists can perform their professional duties without fear, intimidation, or retaliation.
Freedom of the press is a cornerstone of democracy and must be protected at all times.