Malian Journalist and Influencer Jailed for Criticizing Junta

A prominent Malian broadcaster, Mohamed Youssouf Bathily, and an influencer were sentenced to seven years in jail after being convicted of criminal conspiracy and discrediting the state for criticizing the ruling junta.

17 Aug, 12:31 — 17 Aug, 12:31

Post Share

Sources

Showing 1 of 1 sources

France 24High8d ago

Prominent Mali journalist, influencer jailed for seven years for criticising junta

A prominent Malian broadcaster and an influencer were on Monday jailed for seven years after criticising the ruling junta. Mohamed Youssouf Bathily was convicted by the Bamaka court of criminal conspiracy and discrediting the state alongside Rokia Doumbia, a noted campaigner.

By FRANCE 24

Read full article →

PERSPECTA

PERSPECTA

Malian Journalist and Influencer Jailed for Criticizing Junta

Sources

Prominent Mali journalist, influencer jailed for seven years for criticising junta

Related Stories

Diplomatic and Military Developments Surround Strait of Hormuz Mine Clearance

Nigerian Actress Funke Akindele Sponsors Videographer for London Film Academy

Latvia Expands Ban on Imports from Russia and Belarus

Indian Police Use Water Cannon on Protesters Over Exam Paper Leaks

PERSPECTA