Summary:
- The Kenyan government has blocked the messaging app Telegram, citing concerns about the platform being used to spread misinformation and incite violence.
- The ban on Telegram is part of a broader crackdown on live media coverage of political events, which the government says is necessary to maintain order and prevent the spread of false information.
- The move has been criticized by human rights groups and media organizations, who argue that it infringes on freedom of expression and the public's right to access information.