Uganda Orders “Temporary Suspension” of Internet Ahead of Elections
The Uganda Communications Commission (CCU) has directed all telecommunications companies and internet service providers to shut down public internet access effective immediately, citing the need to curb “misinformation” and “incitement of violence” during the country’s election period. The directive, dated January 13, 2026, marks a significant escalation in the government’s control over digital communications as […] The post Uganda Orders “Temporary Suspension” of Internet Ahead of Elections appeared first on Tech Labari.
The Uganda Communications Commission (CCU) has directed all telecommunications companies and internet service providers to shut down public internet access effective immediately, citing the need to curb “misinformation” and “incitement of violence” during the country’s election period. The directive, dated January 13, 2026, marks a significant escalation in the government’s control over digital communications as […]
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