Internet Shutdown Costs Tanzania $238m

Tanzania’s internet shutdown during the October 29–November 3, 2025, election period and the ongoing suspension of X (formerly Twitter) cost the economy over USD 238 million. Digital rights group Paradigm Initiative reported that the blackout disrupted digital services, trade, and productivity, while affecting mobile payments and other informal economic activities. The losses exceeded the country’s ICT ministry budget by more than three times, highlighting the significant financial and social impact of connectivity restrictions.