Gabon Suspends Social Media Amid Protests, Activists Raise Alarm

Gabon’s media regulator suspends major social media platforms indefinitely, citing security concerns amid anti-government protests. Activists report increased use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to bypass restrictions, while authorities confiscate phones with VPNs and detain users. This clampdown is seen as part of a broader trend of suppressing dissent in the country.

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