Tajikistan media guide
- Published
Newspaper circulation figures are low
Government pressure has forced many independent media to close and has driven dozens of journalists into exile.
The authorities dictate editorial policy, obstruct critical reporting and repress all forms of opposition. The government uses the fight against terrorism as a means of controlling the media.
Television is the most popular medium, although it is losing ground to online media. Internet access is limited by high costs and slow speeds, especially in rural areas
The authorities routinely block websites and social platforms over critical content.
Newspaper circulations are low and many titles struggle financially.
Some exiled journalists have set up media outlets abroad, which are gaining in popularity inside Tajikistan.
There were 4.25 million internet users by February 2024, comprising 41.6% of the population (Datareportal.com).
News agencies
Asia-Plus, external - private, reports in Russian, Tajik and English
Khovar, external - national state-run news agency, in Tajik, Russian, Persian, Arabic and English
Online
Guruhi24.net, external - website of Group 24, in Tajik, Russian and English
Ozodandishon.org, external - website of the Forum of Tajik Freethinkers (FAF), in Tajik, Russian and English
Zindoniyon.com, external - website of the National Committee for the Rescue of Political Hostages and Prisoners in Tajikistan (NCRPHPT)
Press
Jumhuriyat , external- government-owned, in Tajik, three times a week
Television
Tajik TV, external - state-run; networks include flagship Tojikiston and regional channels
SMT (Independent Television of Tajikistan) - private, Dushanbe
Radio
Radio Asia-Plus, external - Dushanbe, private
Radio Imruz - private, available in all regions
Radio Tiroz, external- Khujand, private
Radio Vatan, external- Dushanbe, private
Tajik Radio - state-run, networks include flagship Radio Tajikistan