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Internet Shutdowns in Africa and the Dangerous Toll it’s Taking on Technological Advancement
The trend of internet shutdown in Africa is continuing as the government of Benin Republic has blocked internet access…
How Did Internet Shutdown Become a Common Trend in Africa?
The ubiquity of the internet is unquestionable in the 21st century. Thanks to phenomenal growth in communication technology…
Calls and internet to be restored in Zamfara as govt suspends telecoms shutdown
Calls and internet services will be restored in Zamfara State as governor Bello Matawalle has declared the lifting…
Social Media Roundup: #InternetShutdownUganda, Bobi Wine, #BussItChallenge and Other Trending Stories
Happy new year guys! Trust you had a great week. While you’re going about your weekend plans, take…
Comply or be Imprisoned – Zimbabwean Government Orders ISP’s and Telcos to Shutdown Internet Access
Following widespread violent protest by its citizens over an increase in fuel price, the Zimbabwean government has ordered…
Starlink ordered to shutdown its services in Zimbabwe
Elon Musk’s internet connectivity company, Starlink is experiencing torrid times in Africa as the government of Zimbabwe has…
Google debunks Gmail shutdown rumour
Google has refuted claims about the imminent shutdown of its widely used email service, Gmail. This is contrary…
Senegal shuts down internet services as protests broke out following election postponement
Authorities in the West African country, Senegal have shut down internet connection in the country, per reports on…
Internet restriction looms in Sub-Saharan Africa as several countries gear for elections in 2024
In 2024, elections are on the horizon for 90 countries, with a concerning trend of internet restrictions during…
Gabon’s military restores internet access following successful coup
Enforced on election weekend all over Gabon, the restriction order prevented citizens from discussing the election and its potential outcome online