We Want Regulation, Not Intimidation– New Media Association

We want regulation, not intimidation– New Media Association

Jibriel Suliah Jagbesie, General Secretary of the New Media Association of Ghana, says content creators welcome regulation but are deeply uneasy about aspects of the proposed Misinformation and Disinformation Bill being considered by government. Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express, he stressed that digital creators are not resisting oversight, but expect clarity and collaboration in shaping laws that affect their work. “We are happy we are going to …

UK MPs call for social media regulation

MPs in the UK have called for more robust regulation of social media platforms to address the abuse of government officials online. In its second and final report – examining the security of members of parliament – a cross-party panel places responsibility for tackling the issue with social media companies. Noting that “the vast majority of abuse and intimidation takes place online”, the panel expresses “no faith” that the companies will address…