Whatsapp down? Users around the world report connectivity problems

Users of the messenger service Whatsapp in various countries are reporting problems sending and receiving messages.

The website Downdetector reported a spike in Whatsapp outages.

Twitter users from around the world also took to the social media site to report problems with the app.

“We’re aware that some people are currently having trouble sending messages and we’re working to restore WhatsApp for everyone as quickly as possible,” a Meta spokesperson confirmed.