Censorship

The Joburg Film Festival is addressing tensions between artistic freedom and state censorship through discussions and films. Filmmaker Arya Lalloo is hosting a conversation with artist Gabrielle Goliath on The Voice of Hind Rajab. The event follows Minister Gayton McKenzie's withdrawal of support for Goliath's work due to Palestinian references.

March 06, 2026 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Lois Lowry, the acclaimed author of The Giver, has announced a new middle-grade dystopian novel titled Building 903, set for release in 2026. The story explores themes of censorship and book banning in a controlled society. An excerpt is available, alongside a deluxe edition of her classic work.

Developer AdHoc has confirmed that its superhero comedy game Dispatch will feature censored explicit content on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with no option to disable it. The changes ensure compliance with Nintendo's content criteria, while preserving the core narrative and gameplay. The game launches on these platforms today, January 28, 2026.

January 27, 2026 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Pornhub's parent company Aylo announced it will restrict access for new users in the UK from February 2, citing concerns over the nation's Online Safety Act age-verification requirements. Existing users who have already verified their ages will retain access. The move protests what Aylo calls a flawed system that pushes users toward unregulated sites.

Actor Sivakarthikeyan has addressed the censor board clearing his film Parasakthi for release after 25 cuts. In an exclusive interview, he explained that the changes do not affect the film's storyline.

December 24, 2025 An Ruwaito ta hanyar AI

Building on yesterday's State Department announcement, visa restrictions target five Europeans accused of coercing U.S. tech platforms into censoring American speech. New details highlight their organizations' roles in digital regulation, while Europe decries the move as an attack on sovereignty.