Censorship

Censorship and Represion in Venezuela

In the days following the elections, the government closed several regional radio stations, impacting independent media. Additionally, many journalists are currently in hiding, and government security agencies hold several lists with their names.

In the days following the elections, the government closed several regional radio stations, impacting independent media.

Hundreds of harassed and persecuted Venezuelans

Maduro ordered CONATEL (National Telecommunications Commission) to block Twitter (X) for 10 days. Venezuelans use social media as their primary news source due to the censorship imposed by the regime. X has been crucial for organizing and reporting on the protests.

Twitter/X Blocked

In the days following the elections, the government closed several regional radio stations, impacting independent media.

Media Restrictions

Many journalists are currently in hiding, and government security agencies hold several lists with their names.

Repression on the Press