Internet Blackouts & What They Mean Posted on: 6 August 2019 As you may already know by now, Sudan had an internet blackout a couple of months ago that has gained global attention. However, this situation, as alarming as it sounds, is not unique as shutdowns are on the rise all over the globe.Tags: securityinternet shutdowngovernment shutdowninternet outagemedia shutdowninternet blackoutsocial mediasudankhartoumcrisisdeath tollrapemurderkillingssecurity measuresriskthreatrisk management