Social Media Blocked in Senegal Amid Unrest Over Opposition Leader's Sentencing

Social Media Blocked in Senegal Amid Unrest Over Opposition Leader's Sentencing

Social media and messaging platforms have been blocked in Senegal following clashes between supporters of opposition leader Ousmane Sonko and the police. Sonko received a two-year jail term for immoral behavior but was cleared of rape charges, sparking outrage among his supporters.

The government imposed social media restrictions to prevent the spread of inflammatory messages. The political tension in Senegal is further fueled by concerns of President Macky Sall seeking an unconstitutional third term.

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