Jailed Eritrean journalist wins human rights prize

In tonight's edition: Swedish-Eritrean journalist Dawit Issak, who has been imprisoned without charge for over 23 years, is awarded the Swedish Edelstam Prize for his fight for freedom of expression. Also, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko urges revenge for attacks on his supporters. Plus we report on how Cynthia Stimpel, the woman who exposed corruption at South African Airways during the years of state capture, is embarking on a 700 kilometre hike to highlight the need for greater whistleblower protection in the country.

Nov 13, 2024 - 06:00
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Jailed Eritrean journalist wins human rights prize
In tonight's edition: Swedish-Eritrean journalist Dawit Issak, who has been imprisoned without charge for over 23 years, is awarded the Swedish Edelstam Prize for his fight for freedom of expression. Also, Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko urges revenge for attacks on his supporters. Plus we report on how Cynthia Stimpel, the woman who exposed corruption at South African Airways during the years of state capture, is embarking on a 700 kilometre hike to highlight the need for greater whistleblower protection in the country.

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