There have been specific cases of censorship involving the arbitrary shutdowns of private media houses, particularly radio stations, and the harassment of journalists through brief, intimidating detentions or outright arrests. In the digital sphere, the government has increasingly relied on techniques familiar across the region. Periods of political sensitivity, such as elections or transitions, are often accompanied by internet blackouts or severe limitations on access to social media platforms, effectively neutralising independent journalists’ ability to disseminate real-time information. Furthermore, journalists and activists fear the potential for sophisticated digital surveillance being used to track communications and uncover confidential sources.