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These African leaders are so scared of the internet that they want it banned


Paul Biya – Cameroon

Cameroon’s English speaking regions faced an internet blackout for months following protests against economic and political discrimination.

The president ordered telecommunication companies to block internet to the South West and North West regions so as to stop the angry residents from sharing information.

Hundreds of people were subsequently killed and hundreds more arrested after the president ordered the military to storm the regions where secessionist groups were demanding for independence.

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Ismail Akwei

Ismail Akwei is an international journalist, communications and media consultant, editor, writer, human rights advocate, pan-Africanist, tech enthusiast, history fanatic and a lover of arts and culture. He has worked with multinational media companies across the continent and has over a decade's experience in journalism.

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