In Gabon, the social media shutdown has persisted for two weeks, implemented by the High Authority of Communication (HAC), which claims the move is necessary to address online misconduct and to ensure national stability. However, this interruption of digital communication has raised significant concerns regarding its economic and social repercussions in a country where many rely on social networks for various transactions and communication. Alain-Claude Bilie-By-Nze, a former Prime Minister and the leader of the political party Ensemble pour le Gabon, is the main opponent of the government’s measures. He argues that the HAC's actions are not only illegal but also unconstitutional, claiming they infringe upon citizens' rights and freedoms to express themselves online. In response, Bilie-By-Nze has taken legal steps by filing an urgent application at the Tribunal of First Instance in Libreville to have the shutdown suspended. The implications of this case are significant as it may set a precedent for how digital rights are treated in Gabon moving forward. If the court rules in favor of Bilie-By-Nze, it could pave the way for restoring social media access and contributing to a larger dialogue about governmental control over internet freedoms and civil liberties in Gabon. Conversely, a ruling against him could reinforce government authority and signal a troublesome trend in the region regarding media freedoms and political dissent.