Tanzania announces shutdown of X because of pornography
Published: 6/4/2025

Tanzania blocks social media platform X due to pornography, amidst accusations of increasing repression ahead of elections. Access to X has been restricted, sparking concerns about digital freedom. The move follows a reported hacking incident showing pornographic content on official accounts, amid a crackdown on activists and opposition figures. President Samia Suluhu Hassan faces criticism for alleged authoritarianism ahead of the upcoming election.