For decades, Ethiopia has been closely scrutinized by international organizations advocating for journalists' rights. The country's long-standing struggle with freedom of the press has been a cause for concern, particularly during periods of political turmoil like the one unfolding over the past four years.
A global leader in press freedom and press protection, the Committee to Protect Journalists , has consistently highlighted the deteriorating press freedom in Ethiopia while documenting multiple press freedom violations, including the arrests of numerous journalists.
One such voice is Tewodros Asfaw, a political analyst and founder of Ethioselam, a YouTube-based media outlet. After being accused of terrorism, imprisoned, and subsequently released, Tewodros chose exile, citing"government harassment" as the main reason for his decision. In an interview with Addis Standard, Tewodros disclosed,"The repeated imprisonment and harassment due to my profession were the primary reasons for my exile.
While acknowledging that exile is not an ideal solution, Enat emphasized that her family's welfare was her primary concern."We are parents to a toddler, nearing two years of age. Our priority in decision-making is our family's well-being," she stated. Veteran journalist Eshetu Geletu, with over thirty years of experience, describes the current situation as challenging and bringing colossal damage to Ethiopian journalism."Many colleagues, including newcomers to the field, have either gone into exile or abandoned the profession under various pretexts," Eshetu stated.
Mathewos provides insight into the complex media landscape by pointing out the existence of many media entities that operate under the auspices of specific political factions or influential business figures, either explicitly or implicitly. He emphasized the challenges faced by professionals in the industry, particularly graduates who often deviate from their academic training and produce content influenced by hidden agendas, despite their journalism education.
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