Tanzania blocks X because of pornography, says Information Minister Jerry Silaa

Tanzania’s government has blocked access to the social media platform X, citing its sharing of pornographic content as incompatible with the country’s laws and cultural values, according to Information Minister Jerry Silaa. The restriction on X follows a rise in political tensions and accusations of digital repression ahead of upcoming elections, with rights groups expressing concerns over the government’s increasing authoritarianism. Additionally, prominent activists have faced harassment, and there are calls for investigations into allegations of inhumane treatment by Tanzanian authorities.

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