Ourveena Geereesha Topsy-Sonoo

Ourveena Geereesha Topsy-Sonoo is an esteemed human rights advocate, currently serving as the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information in Africa, appointed by the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights. Her role involves identifying and documenting violations of these fundamental rights across the continent, as well as advocating for an open and free media environment. Topsy-Sonoo's work is crucial in addressing repressive practices and promoting accountability among governments in their treatment of journalists and the media.