Mali marks 13 years since RFI journalists' murder
Family and colleagues mark the International Day for the End of Impunity for Crimes against Journalists.
13 years ago, on November 2, RFI reporter Ghislaine Dupont and technician Claude Verlon were assassinated in northern Mali. Their deaths, which occurred on the day the UN established the international day to end impunity for crimes against journalists, remain a stark reminder of the dangers faced by media professionals.
Family and colleagues continue to honor their memory and seek administrative clarity in their pursuit of truth. The ongoing quest for answers highlights the persistent challenges in achieving justice for crimes committed against journalists.
The November 2 commemoration serves as a focal point for those demanding accountability and an end to impunity for journalists targeted in conflict zones and elsewhere.
Why it mattersThe assassination of two RFI journalists in Mali 13 years ago remains unresolved, impacting those seeking justice.