The Sunday Times contends that Sunshine Myende, chairperson of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), misused the Protection from Harassment Act to suppress media coverage on issues of public interest. The journalist from the Sunday Times is challenging a gag order imposed by Myende, asserting that it constitutes an attempt to silence legitimate reporting, according to the publication.

Sunshine Minenhle Myende, chair of the National Youth Development Agency, faced significant questioning from parliament's standing committee on public accounts regarding a legal action taken against Sunday Times journalist Sisanda Mbolekwa. The inquiry focused on the financial implications of the court application.

The Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) has called for the immediate release of journalist Stanley Ugagbe, who was detained shortly after his employer, Secret Reporters, published an investigative report. IPI Nigeria urged security operatives to ensure Ugagbe's release in a statement signed by its Secretary.

According to The Elephant, Forbidden Stories collaborated with 10 media outlets and over 30 journalists to expose the mechanisms used by the Mozambican regime to suppress dissent and silence journalists. This investigation highlights the challenges faced by the press in the country.

Standard Group has responded to President William Ruto's public criticism by asserting its commitment to editorial independence. The media house emphasized that its reporting is based on facts, public interest, and professional ethics, as stated in a post on X.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused President William Ruto’s administration of a crackdown on journalists and media houses, claiming it threatens press freedom ahead of the 2027 General Election. At a press conference, he noted a pattern of intimidation against journalists, bloggers, and independent media in Kenya, which he linked to similar trends in other East African countries, particularly regarding coverage of corruption and abuse of power.