Two Journalists, One False Charge: The Togolese Conundrum The arrest and charging of two French journalists in Togo has exposed a pattern of harassment and intimidation towards foreign media that raises questions about the country's commitment to press freedom.
Gaël Mocaër and Sebastian Perez Pezzani, detained since July 27th, face "false declarations" charges despite having all required documents to work in the West African nation.
Togo's history of clamping down on free speech is well documented. The French journalists' detention is merely the latest episode in a narrative that has been unfolding for years.