South Sudan begins enforcing controversial Cybercrime Act amid free speech concerns

JUBA – The South Sudanese government has officially begun implementing the Cybercrime and Computer Misuse Act, 2026, a controversial law that authorities say is intended to strengthen cybersecurity and combat online crime but which critics warn could be used to suppress dissent and restrict freedom of expression. In a statement issued on Friday, the Office […] The post South Sudan begins enforcing controversial Cybercrime Act amid free speech concerns appeared first on Sudans Post.

South Sudan begins enforcing controversial Cybercrime Act amid free speech concerns

JUBA – The South Sudanese government has officially begun implementing the Cybercrime and Computer Misuse Act, 2026, a controversial law that authorities say is intended to strengthen cybersecurity and combat online crime but which critics warn could be used to suppress dissent and restrict freedom of expression. In a statement issued on Friday, the Office […]

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