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Ugandans and Iranians turn to offline messaging app during internet blackouts

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January 15, 2026

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A little-known offline messaging app launched by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey has emerged as a key lifeline for Ugandans and Iranians. Jaspreet Singh explains how the app works and why it's proving so useful in these countries.

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