Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have blocked a TV station that is seen as pro-opposition from broadcasting, amid growing tension after Sunday’s presidential election.
Canal Congo Television has had its accreditation taken away by the government. The same thing has happened to broadcaster Radio France International. Both were accused of broadcasting election results ahead of an official announcement.
Internet access has been blocked by the authorities since Monday, and people are unable to send text messages. Canal Congo Television’s boss, Jean-Jacques Mamba, is quoted on Virunga Business radio as saying: “Indeed, we do not have a signal.
“I tried to call the authorities in charge. They did not want to say anything except that they had received instructions.” The election result is expected on 6 January.
