Social Media shutdown in Mauritius

On November 1, 2024, the Mauritian population was stunned to discover that the government had imposed a partial internet shutdown amid the electoral campaign. The ICT Authority (ICTA) instructed all internet service providers to block access to social media platforms until November 11, after the general election. The move was officially justified on the grounds of national security. Later on, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Communication Cell released a press citing that the national security concerns arises from leaked audio recordings that allegedly compromised the integrity of the Republic and its international partnerships. Read more