Mobile connections in Mozambique appear to be returning following three days of curfew-style internet blackouts, but social media platforms remain restricted, and usage of the best VPNs has soared over the last week.
Data from VPN provider Surfshark's Internet Shutdown Tracker showed the first restrictions occurred on October 25. Mobile internet traffic was disrupted as protests erupted following the announcement of presidential election results. The second wave of restriction took place on October 31, affecting access to Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Additional mobile internet shutdowns were added, impacting TikTok, Telegram, and YouTube. November 3 saw the start of three days of mobile internet curfew blackouts.
