Mauritius’ communications regulator on Friday ordered all internet service providers to suspend access to social media platforms until November 11, a day after the upcoming general election. The Information and Communication Technology Authority said it was imposing the temporary ban on social media platforms in response to “illegal postings”. The prime minister’s office said the ban was necessary to maintain the country’s national security and integrity, following the publication of “some” audio clips. Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth’s office has defended the decision.
