Rising Security Threats Endanger Journalists in Africa's Sahel Region

Extremist attacks and military coups have escalated violence, leading to increased dangers for local reporters.

At least two community radio journalists have been killed and two kidnapped in Mali and Chad since November last year.
Analysts report a record number of attacks and civilian deaths since military juntas took power in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso.
Over 3,000 civilians were killed in the first half of this year, a 25% increase from the previous six months.
Ruling juntas have cracked down on political dissent and press freedom, banning media coverage of political activities and suspending foreign radio stations.
Reporters Without Borders calls for urgent measures to protect journalists working in increasingly dangerous conditions.