M’ma Camara — France 24 (regional coordinator) targeted by a coordinated online smear campaign and intimidation after covering opposition political events
- Date:
- 25 July 2025
- Place:
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Fact-check:
- Verified
- Reference:
- IAWRT-00364
Online disinformation and propaganda
Smear campaign reported publicly 22 July 2025, in Côte d’Ivoire, Abidjan
M’ma Camara gpt targeted by a coordinated online smear campaign and intimidation after covering opposition political events in June; RSF and other press-freedom bodies flagged the case as part of rising threats to journalists ahead of the election.
Alleged perpetrator(s): Unknown online actors / political supporters (reported as smear/intimidation).
Source: Reporters Without Borders coverage and press reports summarising RSF findings.
Locations are shown approximately to protect the people involved.