Egypt moves to regulate children’s social media access
Egypt’s parliament is drafting legislation to regulate children’s use of social media platforms, responding to a call from President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. The move aims to protect young users from psychological and behavioral risks associated with digital “chaos.”
The House of Representatives announced it will launch a broad societal dialogue involving government ministries and regulatory bodies to develop a balanced law.
This initiative follows the reference of President Sisi to international examples, such as Australia and the UK, which are implementing similar age-based restrictions.
The push aligns with a growing global trend. Australia recently banned social media for users under 16, while France and the UK are pursuing comparable measures.
Egyptian officials stress the goal is not to oppose technological progress but to shield children from harmful content, including gambling platforms.
The draft law seeks to create a framework for responsible technology use, emphasizing the protection of children’s mental development and family cohesion in the digital age.
