Press release
Director-General calls for investigation into killing of journalist Orédjé Narcisse in Chad
I condemn the killing of Orédjé Narcisse. I call on the authorities to investigate this killing and bring those responsible to justice.
Narcisse, who worked for privately-owned Radio Cefod was shot near his home as he was heading to work. His killing took place amidst clashes between demonstrators and security forces in the city.
In 2020, UNESCO issued a , sounding the alarm on the rising number of journalist killed while covering protests, and calling for their protection.
UNESCO promotes the through global awareness-raising, capacity building and by coordinating the implementation of the on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity.
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