WorldTogo charges two French journalists over allegedly incorrect documents

Two French documentary filmmakers detained in Togo since July have been charged with “false declarations”, despite reportedly holding valid work visas and filming authorisation, Reporters Without Borders says. Gaël Mocaër and Sebastian Perez Pezzani were arrested in Kara, while their Togolese fixer was also detained. RSF calls the proceedings unjustified and disproportionate; Pezzani is said to need urgent medical care.

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