I deplore the death of Makawi Mohamed Ahmed. I call for a thorough investigation into the circumstances of his death, and for the perpetrators to be brought to justice. Journalists and media workers are essential channels of information during a conflict and their safety must be ensured by all parties.
Audrey AzoulayUNESCO Director-General
Makawi Mohamed Ahmed was a reporter for the state-owned Sudan News Agency (SUNA). He was reportedly killed with his brother by members of an armed group during a large-scale attack on the village of Wad Al-Noura, which reportedly killed 100 people.
UNESCO promotes the safety of journalists through global awareness-raising, capacity building and by coordinating the implementation of the UN Plan of Action on the Safety of Journalists and the Issue of Impunity.
