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Gabon Tightens Social Media Control, Accused of Human Rights Violations

Gabon’s indefinite suspension of major social media platforms in February, citing security during anti-government protests, has sparked allegations of human rights abuses. Activists and opposition members report account suspensions and threats, while a new law requiring verified user data risks fines and imprisonment for non-compliance. Critics say the crackdown is part of a long history of suppressing dissent under changing regimes.