Equatorial Guinea Cuts Internet Access to Island After Resentful Protests Over Construction Project

Equatorial Guinea has cut internet access on Annobón island after residents complained about construction activity and explosive blasts by a Moroccan company in July last year. The move restricts access to news outlets and social media platforms that were critical of the government's handling of protests.

Equatorial Guinea has cut internet access to Annobón island following protests by residents over construction work by a Moroccan firm, which they claim is causing dynamite explosions and disrupting their lives. The cuts were imposed in response to the government's decision to continue with the construction project despite public opposition. Residents had expressed concerns about the impact on their health, environment, and livelihoods. The exact duration of the internet blackout has not been confirmed.

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