Six local media companies in Makassar, South Sulawesi, are facing civil lawsuits following articles that questioned M. Akbar Amir’s claims of descendance from the historical Kingdom of Tallo. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) joins its affiliate, the Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI) Indonesia, in calling for the plaintiff to withdraw the civil lawsuit and the court to reject the request.
Women Fishers Play Key Role in Fisheries Sector but Lack Protection. Data shows women fishers contribute at least 48 percent to a fisherman’s family income. They seek equal rights in protection and access to managing marine resources. Under the scorching sun, several.