Metamorphosis Foundation’s latest shadow report finds that media freedom in North Macedonia continues to face systemic threats. Journalists report persistent harassment, self-censorship due to politically motivated editorial pressure, and a lack of transparency in media ownership. Regulatory bodies remain weakly resourced and prone to political influence, and public service media are often used to disseminate government viewpoints rather than independent journalism. The report highlights declining investigative reporting, with critical outlets struggling to cover sensitive topics like corruption and judicial independence. It calls for greater protection of journalistic independence through stronger regulatory oversight, transparent public funding mechanisms for media, and legal safeguards for reporters. Read more here.
