South Sudan shuts down social media for 3 months

South Sudan suspends social media platforms over videos of Sudan killings
South Sudanese authorities have suspended access to social media platforms for a minimum of 30 days after videos depicting the alleged killings of South Sudanese nationals in Sudan’s El Gezira state triggered riots and deadly revenge attacks.
South Sudan shuts down social media for three months
In August 2021, South Sudan experienced an internet blackout that the government described as a technical hitch. It lasted for 15 hours, leaving users unable to access Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, and other online platforms.
South Sudan orders temporary ban on social media over violence in neighboring Sudan
South Sudanese authorities have ordered telecoms to block access to social media for at least 30 days, citing concerns over the dissemination of graphic content relating to the ongoing violence against South Sudanese in neighboring Sudan.
South Sudan suspends social media access
All major social media apps operating in South Sudan have been blocked, as the government tries to protect its citizens in Sudan from attacks. The action by the internet service providers, MTN and Zain is in response to the Wednesday directive by Juba to block social media sites
S.Sudan Orders Internet Firms To Block Social Media Access
South Sudan on Wednesday ordered internet providers to block social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests over the deaths of its citizens last week.
South Sudan issues 30-day social media ban
Sensitive content that made its way online has resulted in a social media ban, in South Sudan, following a series of violent incidents. ・Social media ban imposed in South Sudan following release of sensitive content.
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