Media freedom coalition condemns attacks on migrants and threats against journalists [SOUND]

# A coalition of media freedom organisations has condemned attacks on foreign nationals and threats against journalists ahead of today’s planned anti-migrant action. The coalition says there have been reports of violence, intimidation and obstruction of journalists, including attempts to force them to delete footage and threats of harm while documenting incidents involving migrants. Amnesty International South Africa’s Shenilla Mohamed urges police to ensure those responsible for threats and violence are held accountable: