A “digital dictatorship” is denying communities access to lifesaving information and the ability to reach loved ones, said Yadanar Maung, a spokesperson for the activist and research group Justice For Myanmar.
“It is imperative that governments and companies in the telecommunications sector pressure the junta to immediately lift internet shutdown orders and censorship,” Maung said.
A humanitarian worker in the country, who could not be named for security reasons, reported how in areas with complete blackouts, residents have had to travel for several days to get connectivity to call in their needs to aid groups.
VIA Reuters
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