You are subscribed to Africa for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 09/10/2014 05:09 PM EDT On the Arrest for Sedition in Botswana of Outsa MokonePress Statement Marie Harf Deputy Department Spokesperson, Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 10, 2014
The United States is deeply concerned by the arrest of newspaper editor Outsa Mokone by the Government of Botswana on charges of sedition relating to an article published by his newspaper The Sunday Standard. The United States strongly values freedom of the press, which is a key component of democratic governance. Freedom of expression and media freedom, both of which foster the exchange of ideas and facilitate transparency and accountability, are essential components for democracy. Outsa Mokone’s arrest is inconsistent with these fundamental freedoms and at odds with Botswana’s strong tradition of democratic governance. |
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