Recently, Mozambican singer Lukie expressed her discontent, using social media to denounce what she considers an affront to the basic rights of the people. Through a post that quickly attracted the attention of internet users, Lukie vented:
“"You are further inciting the people. Take away our cell phones for good, take away our voice, take away our country. The people in power."”
The message directly criticizes the restriction of internet access, highlighting the impact of these actions on freedom of expression and communication, in a context where the internet is becoming increasingly essential.
The Internet Users' Revolt
The response to Lukie's post was almost immediate. Young people and other social media users echoed his point of view, expressing dissatisfaction with what they describe as an attempt to control the voice of the people. Among the comments, one sums up the collective sentiment well:
“"They continue to sell internet, but they don't allow us to use it."” wrote a young man.
Social and Economic Impacts
In addition to limiting communication, internet outages have a negative economic impact, especially in a digital age where many businesses depend on connectivity. Entrepreneurs, merchants, and students who rely on the internet for their daily activities are also affected. Therefore, measures restricting internet access are seen as an obstacle to the country's development, increasing feelings of dissatisfaction.
The Call for "The People in Power"“
At the end of his post, Lukie used the expression “"The people in power,"” A call for unity and peaceful resistance for a more just and accessible Mozambique for all. The phrase symbolizes the desire for citizens, especially young people, to be able to influence decisions that directly affect their lives.
