World Press Freedom Day 2019
04, May 2019
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- World Press Freedom Day is observed annually on May 3 to inform the international community that freedom of the press and freedom of expression are fundamental human rights.
- The main celebration of World Press Freedom Day 2019 is taking place in Addis Ababa, from 1 to 3 May 2019.
- The overall theme of this year’s event is the role of media in elections and democracy.