Statement: Digital Rights Alliance Africa

Protecting Civic Freedoms in Times of Increasing Digital Authoritarianism. WINDHOEK, 24 September 2025: Representatives of the Digital Rights Alliance Africa (DRAA) – an alliance of civil society organisations (CSOs) from 13 countries in Africa – met at a pre-event of the Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FiFAfrica2025) in Windhoek, Namibia, on 23–24 September 2025. 

Statement on Restriction of X Platform in Tanzania

X shutdown in Tanzania

The Digital Rights Alliance Africa (DRAA) strongly denounces the ongoing restriction of access to X (formerly Twitter) in Tanzania, a move that undermines fundamental freedoms and erodes the democratic foundations of open societies. As the country approaches a critical electoral period, shutting down digital communication platforms not only silences public discourse but also limits civic […]

Child Protection and Safety Online in Africa

Child Protection and Safety Online in Africa

The digital landscape in Africa has experienced a transformative shift, reshaping how children engage, learn, and exercise their rights both online and offline. While the challenges of the digital divide remain, an estimated 40% of African children aged 15 and above now have internet access, opening up new avenues for education and connectivity.