Region: Congo, Republic of the
MTN Group must answer for dangerous bounty SMS campaign in the Republic of Congo
Access Now,together with several human rights organizations, are calling on MTN Group to protect mobile service subscribers and ensure transparency and accountability for data breaches perpetuated by their subsidiaries in the Republic of Congo.
MTN Group must commission an independent investigation into potential human rights violations
Access Now and several human rights groups are deeply alarmed by the allegations of MTN Congo’s enabling of human rights abuses.
#KeepItOn : Le gouvernement de la RDC doit garder internet et les plateformes de réseaux sociaux ouverts et sécurisés tout au long des élections de 2023
#KeepItOn: DRC’s government must protect open and secure internet and social media platforms throughout the 2023 elections
Government may have ordered internet shutdown in Congo-Brazzaville
Today, several news outlets reported an internet shutdown in Congo-Brazzaville, where thousands of people are protesting after news surfaced that President Sassou Nguesso is contemplating a proposal to extend presidential term limits. While it’s not clear yet what’s happening in Congo-Brazzaville, we’re very concerned about the safety and security of the people protesting. Internet shutdowns do not restore order, help victims, or protect rights.