Five months have passed since the suspension of social media platforms in Gabon, yet the government remains tight-lipped about lifting restrictions. The Haute Autorité de la Communication (HAC) issued a statement on February 17th announcing the indefinite block on major digital platforms, citing concerns over hate speech, misinformation, and national security threats. What began as a temporary measure has since solidified into a prolonged blackout, leaving citizens and businesses in limbo.