Authorities said it was a "test" to limit misinformation, while critics called it a violation of human rights.

Papua New Guineans were hit by an unexpected digital blackout as access to Facebook was abruptly blocked. However, the lack ...

The country's Police Minister Peter Tsiamalili Jr says the "test" was done under the framework of the Anti-Terrorism Act 2024 ...

Papua New Guineas Facebook shutdown to combat misinformation sparks free speech debates. Learn how this impacts citizens, ...

Legal immunity for security forces, vague use-of-force provisions, spying on citizens all add up to legal overreach.

Papua New Guinea has restricted Facebook in the country in an effort to stop the spread of pornography, hate speech, and ...

The shutdown, enforced under the country’s anti-terrorism laws, began on Monday and has continued into Tuesday.

Papua New Guinea has blocked access to Facebook in what authorities call a "test" to limit hate speech, misinformation and pornography. The sudden ban, which started on Monday, has drawn criticism ...

(Web Desk): The government of Papua New Guinea has temporarily blocked Facebook to prevent hateful content. In a statement, ...

Facebook is the most widely used social media platform in Papua New Guinea, with about 1.3 million users, including many small businesses that depend on it for sales.

Papua New Guinea has blocked access to Facebook in what authorities call a "test" to limit hate speech, misinformation and pornography. The sudden ban, which started on Monday, has drawn criticism ...