Freedom of information

The other side to freedom of expression is the right to information. Freedom of information is the oxygen of democracy, making it possible for people to make informed decisions about their own lives. ARTICLE 19 challenges governments who do not wish people to gain control over their lives and choose to withhold such information. Read more FOI map >

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Right to Know Day 2011: Africa strides forward

28 Sep 2011

The right to freedom of information has experienced both success and adversity since ARTICLE 19 last celebrated Right to…

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  Kenya: Narrow court interpretation of “citizens” violates international human rights law

  17 May 2013

  ARTICLE 19 welcomes a High Court decision that citizens have a right to…

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  Brazil: Less than 50 per cent of public bodies respect information law one year on

  16 May 2013

  One year after access to information law 12.527/2011 was adopted, a new…

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  Malaysia: Attacks on free speech ahead of elections

  02 May 2013

  ARTICLE 19 is concerned that attempts are being made to silence media outlets…

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