Johannesburg - As South Africa goes to the polls next week Wednesday, 8 May, Amnesty International is urging authorities to protect journalists so that they can do their work unhindered.The renowned rights body said Journalists must be allowed to do their work free of harassment, intimidation and threats.
"A vibrant and free press reporting on the human rights and other related issues that shape our lives is a key building block of any society.“The digital frontier has added another dimension with Amnesty International South Africa observing a worrying trend of abusive comments, threats and harassment on social media in the run-up to the election.
On Thursday, SA Police Minister Bheki Cele said 51 306 police officers will be deployed to voting stations on election day. He said some 3,504 reservists will be deployed nationwide.Cele added that police will monitor protests and make sure that those who want to vote are able to do so.
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