Web takes on Egypt's ruling elite

  • 14 years ago
Rights groups have accused the Egyptian government of curtailing political freedoms in the run-up to Sunday's legislative election. With the country's traditional media under tight control, the internet is playing an increasingly large part in the campaign, particularly among opposition groups. But the ruling National Democratic Party is also turning to the web as it gears up for the vote, and many fear the authorities may be trying to crack down cyberspace too. Duration: 01:51.

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