Should South Africa keep under‑16s off social media?
French lawmakers approved a bill banning social media access, putting France at the forefront of similar efforts in the European Union.
As more countries impose age restrictions on social media, South Africa faces a pressing question: should it follow suit or craft a solution tailored to its own realities?
In July 2026, France’s parliament approved a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making it the first European country to bar children from apps such as TikTok and other platforms.
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