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2025 was the worst year on record for internet shutdowns as censors move to more targeted blocks

Access Now's latest report on internet shutdowns reveals that 2025 was the worst year on record for digital freedom. With VPNs and satellite internet increasingly under fire, we recap the year’s biggest threats and look at what’s next for global connectivity.

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Gabon blocks social media 'until further notice' as VPN demand soars

Gabon has blocked major social media platforms "until further notice," citing national security. Here is why VPN demand is currently up by 8,000% as residents look to stay connected.

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"Workarounds are very limited" – VPNs stop working in Uganda as internet connectivity drops

After an initial spike in sign-ups, Proton VPN confirms its products have stopped working in Uganda as internet connectivity drastically dropped. Digital rights experts warn that workarounds are very limited

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Afghanistan completely shuts down the internet – and not even VPNs can help

Taliban authorities cut internet connections to "prevent immorality," impacting "every aspect of people’s rights and lives," warn experts. Here's what's at stake.

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Entire island’s internet shut down for a year after protesting construction

Essential services have collapsed; banking operations have ceased, and emergency hospital care is no longer available

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Gabon elections – "We urge authorities to ensure unrestricted access to the internet"

While internet access in Gabon has been stable ever since, the 2023 elections were plagued by restrictions and shutdowns. This is why digital rights advocates are urging the government to continue this trend on Saturday.

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Internet shutdowns at record high in Africa as access ‘weaponised’

More governments seeking to keep millions of people offline amid conflicts, protests and political instability

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2024 was the worst year on record for internet freedoms – again

Internet shutdowns were implemented by more offenders and across borders last year. Here's what is at stake.

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Belarus elections: how likely is an information blackout?

People are reportedly downloading VPN services ahead of Sunday's elections to be able to navigate potential disruptions. Here's what we know so far.

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How Pakistan's 4-month X ban is changing the internet

After over 4 months, social platform X remains blocked in Pakistan. Citizens are forced to use VPN apps to bypass restrictions, but laws are changing.

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Zimbabwe elections: will the government pull the plug on the internet?

As citizens get ready to head to the polls on August 23, experts recommend getting a VPN to bypass potential disruptions. Here's what's at stake.

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Record number of countries enforced internet blackouts in 2022

A new report by Access Now and the #KeepItOn campaign finds 35 countries have hit the kill button over the past year.

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India leads as internet shutdowns surge from Myanmar to Russia

India disrupted or blocked internet access at least 106 times last year, making it the world’s biggest offender for the fourth straight year, according to a report from digital rights advocacy group Access Now.

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