Africa: ISPs Accused of Complicity in Internet Shutdowns

Accra — A pro-democracy organisation believes internet service providers (ISPs) are complicit in the violation of human rights in the African continent by beleaguered governments that are shutting down or disrupting the internet and social media platforms.

The African Freedom of Expression Exchange (AFEX) made the allegation as Sudan became the latest country to order a shutdown on these services following a deadlock on governance between civilians and the military after the overthrow of Omar al-Bashir in April.

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