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Mozambique social media restricted after tense elections

Mozambique social media restricted after tense elections

Mozambique has reportedly restricted social media access amid tensions following the disputed October 9 presidential election.

Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy: What the numbers say

Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy: What the numbers say

The musicians — arguably the best three of all time in Nigeria — have smashed records, filled concert halls, and lifted every available trophy in music. But, who among them is the best?

Togo bans cell phones in schools

Togo bans cell phones in schools

The law prohibits students from using their phones on school grounds, with limited exceptions for emergencies and educational activities.

Meta bans Russian state media outlets for 'interference'

Meta bans Russian state media outlets for 'interference'

The outlets are accused of running covert information influence operations and military procurement.

Elon Musk’s X risks suspension in Brazil

Elon Musk’s X risks suspension in Brazil

Elon Musk’s X says it expects to be shut down in Brazil after missing a court deadline.

Arrest of Telegram CEO Durov in France sparks global concerns over free speech

Arrest of Telegram CEO Durov in France sparks global concerns over free speech

Arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France has become a flashpoint in the ongoing battle over free speech, setting a troubling precedent for the future of open communication in an increasingly authoritarian landscape.

As mainstream media fails Gaza, social media fights to tell the real story

As mainstream media fails Gaza, social media fights to tell the real story

It's been 10 months since Israel's war on Gaza began. Here's a closer look at how mainstream Western media has covered the conflict, compared to what's being shared on social media platforms.

Türkiye removes access block as Instagram complies with demands

Türkiye removes access block as Instagram complies with demands

Türkiye and META reached agreement regarding framework of catalogue crimes and will collaborate on censorship matters.

Meta apologises for removing Malaysia PM posts on Haniyeh's assassination

Meta apologises for removing Malaysia PM posts on Haniyeh's assassination

While the PM's office condemned the initial removal as a suppression of free expression, the tech giant attributed it to an operational error.

Türkiye restricts Instagram for censoring Palestine content

Türkiye restricts Instagram for censoring Palestine content

Move comes after Türkiye's Communications Director Fahrettin Altun criticised the social media platform for censorship.

Meta removes 63,000 Facebook accounts in Nigeria over scams

Meta removes 63,000 Facebook accounts in Nigeria over scams

The move comes just days after Nigeria fined Meta $220 million over data protection and privacy laws violation.

South Africa launches new police unit to fight online crime

South Africa launches new police unit to fight online crime

The South African Police Service (SAPS) says the initiative follows investigations after the 2021 political unrest.