The state of press freedom in Nicaragua is dire. Lucia Pineda, a respected broadcast anchorwoman, was arrested in December 2018 for ‘inciting hate and violence’ after her news outlet, 100% Noticias, reported on abuse by government forces.

Pineda was released from prison in June 2019 where she accumulated numerous health issues and was restricted from accessing legal support. While imprisoned Pineda never gave up, saying, “everything I’ve done has been for the love of my country.” Pineda is currently receiving medical attention following her release from prison.

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