Amidst the civil war and military repression in Myanmar, journalists like Mai Rupa of Shwe Phee Myay courageously report on the ground. Traveling through Shan State, he documents the consequences of war on local civilians, facing dangers from landmines and bombings. Despite the emotional toll of witnessing injuries and civilian deaths, Mai Rupa continues to provide critical coverage. Shwe Phee Myay stands as one of the few remaining independent outlets, with staff dedicated to covering the complex realities of ongoing conflicts between ethnic armed groups and the military.
On a typical day, Mai Rupa travels through his native Shan State, in eastern Myanmar, documenting the impact of war, despite the risks of violence and repression.
These heartbreaking experiences deeply affected me, at times, leading to serious emotional distress, highlighting the toll of war on journalists covering the conflict.
Mai Rupa is one of a small number of brave, independent journalists still reporting on the ground in Myanmar since the military coup.
Staff at Shwe Phee Myay continue reporting from the ground, covering a region of Myanmar where several ethnic armed groups have for decades fought against the military.
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