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Is Yemen handing over control of communications to the UAE?
On August 21, the Yemeni cabinet of the internationally recognized government signed a clandestine investment agreement in the telecom sector…
Ban TikTok and Telegram? Somalia’s heated debate
While Somalia’s recent decision to spare TikTok and Telegram from a ban offers a momentary relief, blocking the platforms remains…
Morocco’s Amazigh pursue civic presence through linguistic rights
This article was written by Mohammed Udern and published on Global Voices on August 22, 2023. As a child, Mohammed Ait…
Feminist Content Creators in Egypt: Digital Violence Unbound by Law or Customs
Content that advocates for women’s rights and champions feminist ideas is often met with violent digital attacks in Egypt. These…
Arrested Humor: Nour Hajjar’s Case
Lebanon’s crackdown on freedom of opinion and expression shows no signs of abating. From journalists, activists, and even lawyers, the…
Jordan’s Cybercrime Law to Limit Investments and E-Commerce
In a strategic leap, Jordan’s government embraced the National E-Commerce Strategy in April 2023, pursuing a “competitive and globally recognized…
Women among prime targets of extortion in Yemen
Yosra Al-Asri, a prominent digital rights activist in Yemen, found herself the target of cyberattacks after sharing vital digital security…