Digital Hate: Monthly Report for April 2026 (English / Myanmar)

This report systematically monitors hate speech in Myanmar during April 2026. The aims of monitoring hate speech and misinformation are to document patterns of dissemination, identify vulnerable social groups, and assess potential impacts on specific groups.

This study examines the prevalence of incitement to violence and hate speech across major digital and social media platforms, including Facebook, TikTok, and Telegram. The spread of hate speech, misinformation and disinformation on social media and other various communication channels in Myanmar exacerbates ethnic, religious, and political tensions, fueling communal conflict.

By outlining the evolving trends of hate speech throughout April, in the current political, economic, and social landscape of Myanmar, this study aims to serve as a reference and actionable resource. It is intended for use by peacebuilders, conflict resolution practitioners, media professionals, policymakers, and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs).

Key Findings

1. Targeted Groups

• Religious and Ethnic Minorities: Racial persecution of the Rohingya persists through false allegations labelling them as “illegal immigrants from Bangladesh.”
• Similarly, the broader Muslim community is targeted with religious insults and derogatory slurs, such as “Kalar” and “Pork-abstainers” (Whet-ma-sar), intended to dehumanise and demean
• Women: Hate speech targeting women frequently employs dehumanising language, sexual harassment, and the exposure of personal information to damage their reputations and social standing.

2. Methods of Disseminating Hate Speech and Disinformation

• Hate speech targeting Muslims and Rohingya people is disseminated across social media platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, and Telegram in various formats, including posts, videos, and cartoons, promoting ethnic, religious, and political hatred.
• The deliberate spread of fabricated news to create suspicion among the general public.

3. Impacts

The prevalence of these campaigns has led to significant societal consequences:

• Threats to Safety and Dignity: Beyond the psychological impact of online harassment, women and activists face severe threats to their physical safety and personal dignity.
• Obstruction of Peacebuilding: The persistent fueling of racial and religious hatred serves as a major barrier to peacebuilding efforts and a stable democratic transition in Myanmar.

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