Access to major social media networks was restored in Guinea on Friday, ending several days of disruptions that had affected key platforms such as Facebook, Messenger, YouTube, and TikTok. These services had been inaccessible since Wednesday, according to several blogger organizations.
Guinean authorities have not provided an official explanation for the interruption. However, they had recently warned against the dissemination of content that could undermine social cohesion, suggesting that the restrictions might be linked to security or political concerns.
This shutdown comes at a particularly sensitive time, with legislative and municipal elections scheduled for the end of May. In this climate, the control of information and digital communications is attracting increased attention.
For digital rights advocates, the restoration of access is a positive development, allowing citizens to regain their means of expression and information. They nevertheless emphasize that vigilance remains essential in the face of the risk of further restrictions.
Guinea has been criticized in the past for restricting access to social media during election periods, which fuels concerns about a possible repetition of these practices as the election approaches.
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