Niger journalist Moussa Kaka detained for two months
Reporters Without Borders reports that Moussa Kaka has been held incommunicado since August 31.
Journalist Moussa Kaka has been held in secret detention in Niger for two months, according to Reporters Without Borders (RSF). Kaka, who reported on Nigerien news for RFI Afrique, was detained on August 31 after leaving his media outlet in Niamey and has not been able to see his family or lawyer.
Niger's Justice Minister Alio Daouda confirmed in early October that Kaka was alive and in detention, RSF reported. Sadibou Marong, RSF's director for sub-Saharan Africa, stated that the organization is demanding information and calling for Kaka's immediate release, asserting that Niger is violating its international commitments.
RSF is calling for information and Kaka's immediate release, stating Niger is violating its international commitments.
Why it mattersJournalist Moussa Kaka is being held incommunicado in Niger, affecting his family and legal representation.