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Comoros: Comores : la FIJ demande l'abandon des charges pesant sur deux journalistes
By International Federation of Journalists ReliefWeb
· June 15, 2026
· 2 min read
. Ils ont été relâchés le lendemain. La Fédération internationale des journalistes (FIJ) se joint à son organisation affiliée, le Syndicat national des journalistes comoriens (SNJC), pour demander l'abandon de toutes les charges pesant sur des journalistes qui n’ont fait qu’exercer leur métier d’inf
Key takeaway Elhad Saïd Omar a été libéré le 9 juin, tandis que Toufé Maecha a été remis en liberté le 10 juin.
Why this matters
The arrest and subsequent release of two journalists in Comoros highlights the challenges faced by media professionals in reporting on sensitive topics, particularly those related to government officials. The journalists' detention, although brief, demonstrates the risks they take in exercising their profession, and the strict judicial control and restrictions imposed on them after their release may have a chilling effect on press freedom. The International Federation of Journalists' call for the abandonment of all charges and restrictions on the journalists is a crucial step in promoting a free and independent press in Comoros. As a global community, it is essential to recognize the importance of a free press in holding those in power accountable and providing citizens with accurate information. The Comoros government's response to this incident will be closely watched, as it may set a precedent for how the media is treated in the country, and potentially impact the work of humanitarian organizations and charities operating in the region.
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Category: disaster Published: June 15, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? . Ils ont été relâchés le lendemain. La Fédération internationale des journalistes (FIJ) se joint à son organisation affiliée, le Syndicat national des journalistes comoriens (SNJC), pour demander l'abandon de toutes les charges pesant sur des journalistes qui n’ont fait qu’exercer leur métier d’inf
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