Zimbabwe Considers Social Media Ban for Under-18s in Child Protection Plan

Zimbabwe Considers Social Media Ban for Under-18s in Child Protection Plan

The government says it is working on new legislation that could restrict children under the age of 18 from using social media platforms as part of a wider effort to improve online safety.

Zimbabwe Eyes Social Media Ban for Under-18s

The Zimbabwean government is developing a new policy to ban children under 18 from major social media platforms. ICT Minister Tatenda Mavetera announced the proposal in Karoi on Sunday. The primary objective is to protect young people from cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and digital exploitation. Platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram are targeted by the proposed ban. Minister Mavetera articulated that restricting minors’ access to…

Zimbabwe Considers Banning Children Under 18 from Facebook, TikTok and Instagram

Zimbabwe Considers Banning Children Under 18 from Facebook, TikTok and Instagram: Minister Mavetera The government of Zimbabwe is exploring the possibility of restricting access to major social media platforms for people under the age of 18 as part of efforts to shield children from online dangers. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister Tatenda Mavetera revealed […] The post Zimbabwe Considers Banning Children Under 18 from Face…