Mandatory SIM card registration poses risks to multiple fundamental human rights. Among others, it will mandate  people to register their social media accounts. Most notably, freedom of expression, as well as the protection that anonymity gives to journalists, activists, human rights defenders, whistleblowers, and government critics, will be affected. The limitations on privacy and anonymity, will also impact the safety of many women, especially if they are survivors of violence. Marginalized communities such as women and the LGBTQI+ community, will also face compounding effects on their right to self-expression as their freedom to be anonymous is compromised.

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