The Sudanese government's security wing, the National Intelligence and Security Services (NISS) ordered three independent newspapers not to distribute their Sunday edition this weekend, despite having printed them.
The daily newspapers, Al-Ahdath, Al-Watan and Al-Jarida, were also ordered not to publish Monday's editions until further approval by the NISS agent.
Sudanese newspapers already operate under intense scrutiny and restrictions. Reporting on statements by South Sudanese officials, or rebel groups within from the South Kordofan, Blue Nile, or western region of Darfur is strictly prohibited.
