Sudan's exam-related Internet shutdowns
Jun 22, 2021John Graham-Cumming

Summary
This post details the use of Cloudflare Radar to track Internet traffic patterns in Sudan, specifically identifying and analyzing Internet shutdowns implemented by the government during exam periods. It highlights the ability to observe traffic drops, differentiate between mobile and desktop access during these shutdowns, and provides a direct link to the country-specific Radar page for real-time monitoring. The post also mentions the potential for future shutdowns and the use of Twitter for assistance in tracking them.
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