LHRC Condemns Tanzania’s Ban on the Social Media Platform X Malawi 24 | Latest News From Malawi

Tanzania restricts access to X over 'pornographic' content

Tanzania has taken action to restrict access to the social media site X, claiming that it permits pornographic content, according to Information Minister Jerry Silaa. Mr. Silaa claimed that the material on X is against the nation’s “laws, culture, customs, and traditions” in an interview with a local television station. Although there hasn’t been […] The post Tanzania restricts access to X over ‘pornographic’ content appeared first on Trending N…

LHRC condemns Tanzania’s ban on the social media platform X Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

The Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) has condemned the Tanzanian government’s recent decision to block access to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), calling the move a serious threat to digital freedoms and fundamental rights. The ban was confirmed by the Minister of Information, Communications, and Technology, Jerry Silaa, in a televised interview. […] The post LHRC condemns Tanzania’s ban on the social media platform X appeared…

Tanzania Blocks X after Cyberattacks, Fake Death Post of President

Tanzanian authorities have blocked access to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) after a string of cyberattacks compromised official accounts — including the police — and spread fake news and explicit content. One post falsely claimed President Samia Suluhu Hassan had died. The details “We are actively searching for those responsible,” police said in […] The post Tanzania Blocks X after Cyberattacks, Fake Death Post of President appea…