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Africa-Press – Mauritius. <\/strong><\/span>Mauritius on Saturday reversed its decision to block access to social media ahead of the country\u2019s general election due to take place on 10 November.<\/b><\/p>\n

It had argued that a wiretapping scandal last month in which conversations, including of politicians, were leaked on social media was a threat to national security and integrity.<\/p>\n

Among the most shocking was that of a police commissioner apparently asking a forensic pathologist to alter the autopsy report of a suspect beaten in police custody.<\/p>\n

An investigation was opened following the leak.<\/p>\n

The ban, which impacted Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X, was to have lasted until the day after the polls.<\/p>\n

However, the authorities had a change of heart following widespread anger from Mauritians at the decision, with many describing it as setting a danger precedent.<\/p>\n

There was an uproar from opposition parties and local media groups who rely heavily on social media.<\/p>\n

Civil society groups, businesses, and individuals also criticised the ban saying it would not only stifle democratic processes but would also harm the economy.<\/p>\n

Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth is reported as saying that an inquiry into the leaked recordings is underway, and that there have already been several arrests.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Mauritius Follow Africa-Press<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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