Africa: Internet service disruptions expand to additional countries in western and southern Africa March 14 /update 1

Internet service disruptions are expanding across western and southern Africa March 14, with outages being reported in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Gabon, Gambia, Lesotho, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, and Togo. Earlier in the day, service disruptions were reported in Benin, Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, and Niger. Initial reports indicate at least two undersea cables are experiencing faults. Telecommunication companies are reportedly working to restore services. It is unclear when services will resume.

Disruptions may expand into further countries over the coming hours. Related telecommunications and commercial disruptions are likely.