Angola: TikToker Neth Nahara Detained for Criticizing President
Why was TikToker Neth Nahara arrested?
- Angola’s TikToker Ana da Silva Miguel, also known as Neth Nahara, criticized President João Lourenço in a video.
- She was arrested for committing an ‘outrage against the state.’
What does Amnesty International say?
Amnesty International’s Vongai Chikwanda states that Neth Nahara should be released immediately as she marks one year in prison.
Why should Neth Nahara be released?
- Neth Nahara’s conviction is viewed as absurd.
- Her extended sentence of two years is a result of a flawed appeals process.
- Angola’s authorities are using the penal code to suppress peaceful dissent.
What is the background of Neth Nahara’s case?
Neth Nahara was arrested after criticizing President Lourenço on TikTok in Luanda.
What is the status of other activists?
Four activists are still detained, facing unjust imprisonment under article 333 of Angola’s penal code.
Amnesty International calls on Angolan authorities to release Neth Nahara and others detained for peacefully expressing their rights.
Source: www.amnesty.org