Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni surges toward victory in the 2026 elections with over 75% of early votes, while opposition leader Bobi Wine remains under effective house arrest amid security lockdowns and internet blackouts.


Uganda Presidential Elections: Observers Concerned About Internet Blackout & Media Bias

Foreign travelers arriving in Russia are now facing a 24-hour blackout of mobile internet and SMS on their SIM cards.
The temporary “cooling-off period” has been introduced by Russian authorities — officially to prevent the misuse of SIM cards in drone operations.

Russian Travelers Hit by 24‑Hour Mobile Internet Blackout

Tanzania is under curfew with a nationwide Internet blackout following violent protests during the October 29, 2025 elections. President Samia Suluhu Hassan faced minor opposition after major challengers were jailed or disqualified. Reports of dozens killed, heavy security, and schools closed highlight escalating unrest. Watch for latest updates on this unprecedented political crisis in East Africa.


Tanzanian opposition says around 700 killed in protests

Pakistan witnessed a 3-hour social media blackout as Islamist radicals tried taking the country hostage. Has Imran Khan exposed his hypocrisy on blocking the Internet? WION's Palki Sharma gets you a report.

Gravitas: Social media blackout in Pakistan

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