An Equatorial Guinean court on 7 March 2018 released an artist imprisoned on dubious charges for nearly six months, 18 human rights groups said today. The prosecution dropped all charges against Ramón Esono Ebalé, a cartoonist whose work is often critical of the government.

Freemuse warns of the emergence of a new global culture of silencing others, where artistic expression is being shut down in every corner of the globe.

On 3 March, Music Freedom Day 2018 places the spotlight on women, LGBT and minority musicians to celebrate artistic freedom of expression.

The literary and artistic community in Bangladesh face significant restrictions in exercising their right to freedom of expression according to new report.

Artists & supporters of artistic freedom worldwide called for the release of 2 artists in a public letter sent to the newly re-elected Iranian president.

Artists around the world face threats & limitations from government and non-state actors; challenges which are also a daily reality for Bangladeshi artists.

Freemuse is concerned about the judicial investigation of José Manuel Sande over accusations that he offended religious feelings of believers for a drawing.

Freemuse calls on UNESCO, the UN and parties to strengthen their mechanisms and commitment to protecting artists and ensuring the safe promotion of art.

Did you know that Women are banned from singing in public in some countries Women cannot attend a concert in some places The music industry is still unequal ⇒ This is why Freemuse is focusing on women on Music Freedom Day on 3 March 2017 In Saudi Arabia and Iran …

Zohra, 2017 Freemuse Award winner, is the first & only all women orchestra in Afghanistan & are the first women to learn music in the country in 30+ years.