political repression

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Cameroon authorities halt tribute for opposition figure Ikani

Cameroonian authorities have suspended events honoring prominent opposition figure Anicet Ikani, who died in prison, reflecting a crackdown on freedom of expression in the country. The events were scheduled to take place in Bafoussam but were interrupted by police intervention.

Artificial Intelligence: A New Tool for Suppressing Protests in the Middle East

Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are rapidly evolving, with many authoritarian regimes in the Middle East turning to these tools to suppress opposition and protests before they escalate. This article explores the implications of such practices on civil liberties and social movements.