Internet blackout in Afghanistan was not an accident | DW News

'Waslat Hasrat-Nazimi, head of DW’s Afghan Service, highlights the severe impact of the internet blackout. While most people lost access, the disruption has hit the poorer population hardest—many depend on family abroad for money transfers and vital information. Meanwhile, some privileged users have managed to stay online by using imported Starlink devices, underscoring the growing digital divide.

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Post from DW News on October 02, 2025

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