Ould Mkhaitir Free!

When Mohammed Ould Cheikh Ould Mkhaitir was tried and sentenced to death for blasphemy, apostasy, and hypocrisy, his case did not attract much attention beyond the Islamists calling for his death.

Now, after years of international effort, Mkhaitir has finally gained his freedom. President Aziz released Mkhaitir from captivity as one of his final […]

VICTORY: Mkhaitir’s Death Sentence Repealed

Mohammed Mkhaitir’s appeal of his death sentence for blasphemy was successful!

The Court of Appeals has reduced his penalty to two years imprisonment. Mkhaitir has been in prison since January 2014, so he should be released for time served.

Here is the press report from Mauritania:

Mauritanie : 2 ans de prison pour le blogueur […]