Internet Disconnect in Afghanistan - Devoid of Transgression
In a series of recent developments, the Taliban government in Afghanistan has introduced new restrictions affecting various aspects of life in the country.
The Taliban representatives in Kandahar province have banned the sale of certain children's toys, including dolls, marking a new development in the country's cultural landscape. This move, aimed at "preventing immorality," according to a representative from the Hajj province, raises concerns about the potential impact on the rights and freedoms of women and children in Afghanistan.
Another significant development is the shutdown of the country's fiber-optic network, leaving government institutions, private sector businesses, and residential homes without Wi-Fi or internet connectivity. The Taliban, under the order of their leader Hibatullah Akhundzada, initiated this ban on net (WiFi) internet in 15 provinces of Afghanistan, including Balkh, Baghlan, Badakhshan, Kunduz, Nangarhar, and Takhar. The measure has begun spreading to other provinces, with no specific timeline publicly announced for nationwide implementation.
Afghanistan's authorities have also shut down the country's internet, although mobile internet remains operational, albeit slow and expensive, according to locals. The Taliban's focus on enforcing moral and religious norms is evident in this move, as well as in their restrictions on house window designs, aimed at limiting the visibility of women.
These developments indicate a potential shift towards a more conservative society in Afghanistan, with the Taliban imposing increasingly stringent laws. An anonymous resident expressed confusion about the internet test in the advanced era, citing fears of repression. It's unclear if the internet shutdown will be extended to the rest of the country and when.
For further information on restrictions on women in Afghanistan, please refer to the provided link. This is the first such incident since the Taliban took power in Afghanistan, and it remains to be seen how these developments will unfold in the future.
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