Lawyer Paul Kamara to Represent Sierra Leone at the Accra Forum on Freedom of Expression and Media Rights
By: Shebora Samba Kamara Accra, Ghana – Paul Kamara Esq, a leading Human Rights and Freedom of Expression Advocate from Sierra Leone and a Media Law Lecturer at the University of Makeni will represent his Country at a pivotal gathering of legal experts in West Africa. The forum, organized by the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), will commence on the 8th October,2024 at the Mensvic Grand Hotel in Accra, Ghana. The event, themed “Countering Legal Obstacles to Media Freedom, Civic Expression and the Fight Against Impunity,” seeks to address the growing legal and safety challenges faced by journalists, activists, and media organizations in the region. Kamara’s participation in this meeting marks a significant moment for Sierra Leone and the broader West African region, where press freedom has been increasingly threatened. As an advocate, Kamara has dedicated his career to defending freedom of expression, fighting for the protection of journalists, and challenging legal frameworks...