In 2024, 202 shutdowns were imposed across Asia Pacific — the highest number of shutdowns ever recorded in a single year for the region.
Author: Access Now
Access Now and the #KeepItOn coalition strongly condemn the ongoing disruption of internet access and increased crackdown on the people of Kenya amid protests.
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