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.

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.

Rwandan Ambassador to Kenya, Ernest Rwamucyo, has expressed concerns about the ongoing threat of genocide ideology in the Great Lakes region, particularly highlighting eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as a hotspot for ethnic hatred and extremist rhetoric. His remarks were made during a reception in Nairobi celebrating the 32nd anniversary of Rwanda’s Liberation Day.

Journalists in Tunisia have staged protests against what they describe as a growing crackdown on the media, following the arrest of a colleague. According to TimesLIVE, the detention of journalists signals a shift away from the relative openness the country experienced after the Arab Spring towards renewed repression of the press. The demonstrations reflect mounting concern among Tunisian media workers over restrictions on journalistic freedom and the treatment of reporters by authorities.

A Tanzanian billionaire has transferred ownership of East Africa's last independent newsroom to a general who reportedly does not support free press, according to Kenya Insights. Investors expecting to capitalize on growth in African media are instead witnessing the ongoing process of media capture during meetings in Entebbe.

In Uganda, journalists are increasingly utilizing digital platforms to enhance their impact beyond traditional reporting. This shift allows media practitioners to reach broader audiences, mobilize public action, connect vulnerable communities with assistance, and foster ongoing discussions that extend beyond standard news broadcasts, according to The Independent.