Al Jazeera Journalism Review

Sumaiya Ali
Sumaiya Ali

Independent journalist based in India. She writes on politics, human rights and media discourse in South Asia.

 
 

 

 

Writer’s Articles

New Media Reforms in Bangladesh Introduced to Replace Hasina-Era Journalism

Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, has launched ambitious media reforms to undo the legacy of Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule, which was marked by censorship, media monopolies, and the notorious Digital Security Act. However, despite promises of greater freedom, journalists remain wary, as self-censorship, restrictive laws, and public scepticism continue to cast doubt on genuine change.

Published on: 17 Aug, 2025