# Disappearance and detention of journalist Moussa Kaka

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/disappearance-and-detention-of-journalist-moussa-kaka
> Updated: 2026-10-05T13:56:52.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Moussa Kaka, director general of Radio Télévision Saraounia and a prominent Sahelian journalist, went missing in Niamey after leaving his office in late August 2026. His disappearance initially drew international condemnation from organizations such as Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and UJPLA, who raised concerns regarding forced disappearance and the safety of media professionals under Niger’s military administration.

By early October, Niger’s Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Alio Daouda, confirmed that Kaka is alive and in state custody to answer for alleged offenses. Despite this confirmation, RSF continues to characterize the situation as arbitrary detention, noting that the authorities have yet to specify his exact location, formal charges, or provide him with access to legal counsel and family.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-05: Niger confirms journalist Moussa Kaka is in state custody

Niger's Justice Minister confirmed journalist Moussa Kaka is alive and in state custody, though rights groups label his recent disappearance as forced detention and arbitrary arrest.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/niger-confirms-journalist-moussa-kaka-is-in-state-custody

### 2026-09-22: Journalist Moussa Kaka missing in Niamey, raising press freedom concerns

Prominent Nigerien journalist Moussa Kaka has been missing since August 31 after leaving his office in Niamey. International press freedom groups are demanding an investigation into his disappearance.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/journalist-moussa-kaka-missing-in-niamey-raising-press-freedom-concerns

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