Region: Africa
Africa’s last kingdom is using modern methods to silence dissent
Ethiopia elections: open and accessible internet is crucial for all
Through an open letter, the #KeepItOn coalition and civil society organizations are urging Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and the government to restore and maintain internet connection for all Ethiopians throughout the election period.
Open letter to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali: Keep the internet open and secure throughout the upcoming elections and thereafter
This election, we urge the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to #KeepItOn.
Civil society to Malaysian government: abandon all attempts to throttle online free speech
Access Now joined is demanding the Malaysian government abandon all attempts to throttle freedom of expression online, and overturn any plans to reinforce previous administrations’ archaic censorship laws.
#KeepItOn update: who is shutting down the internet in 2021?
In this post, we cover facts and figures on the most recent shutdowns so far in 2021, emerging trends for these disruptions, and information on key #KeepItOn coalition projects this year.
Twitter’s Operations Are Suspended in Nigeria
#KeepItOn: 2021 Elections Watch
In 2021, at least a dozen countries with a history of internet shutdowns are headed to the polls for important elections, and people fighting for their democracies need the world’s solidarity and support.
This new social media law in Mauritius could land users in prison for “annoyance”
Mauritius must backflip on dangerous ICT Act consultation paper, place human rights at its core
Access Now and a coalition of NGOs are calling on authorities in Mauritius to review the proposed ICT Act amendments to ensure human rights are at its core.
Africa Policy Manager (Location Options-Africa)
As Africa Policy Manager you will lead Access Now’s work, bringing an international perspective to achieve the Organization’s mission by ensuring that legislation and policies around the Region respect and extend human rights in the digital age.