As Mauritius approaches its November 2024 general election, concerns about press freedom are growing. Once a leader in African media independence, the island nation now faces challenges to its democratic reputation. Recent surveys reveal a complex media landscape. While 86% of Mauritians support a free press that investigates government corruption, confidence in actual media freedom […]
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