State and Public Media in MENA Region in 2025
State and public media across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) remain firmly under government control. As of 2025, an overwhelming 97% of surveyed outlets lack editorial independence—marking a…
State and public media across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) remain firmly under government control. As of 2025, an overwhelming 97% of surveyed outlets lack editorial independence—marking a…
The number of media outlets falling under government control continues to grow, while the independent public media sector is facing new threats. The government maintains a firm grip on state…