The digital world can empower children but it can also expose them to serious harm.
Creating a safer online environment for children in Zimbabwe requires everyone to be on board: parents, schools, government, communities, technology companies and young people themselves.
Social media apps are designed to keep children scrolling through endless feeds, notifications and likes
Across Zimbabwe and Africa, this is making it harder for many young people to switch off and build healthy digital habits.
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GOVERNMENT is intensifying efforts to empower girls in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), as Zimbabwe positions young women at the centre of the country’s digital transformation and innovation agenda.
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@TateMavetera Great initiative @TateMavetera! As @CODAZIM, we applaud this step in bridging the digital divide. As access grows, so must protection let’s ensure online child safety is part of every digital inclusion effort. Safe access is smart access!
THE Government is developing an Online Child Protection Policy aimed at regulating children’s access to social media platforms as concerns grow over the abuse and misuse of digital technologies.
https://t.co/2Aq4MkI5wD
Human traffickers do not always hunt in the streets—they now prey in the silent corners of the internet, where trust is faked, identities are hidden, and the most vulnerable are targeted while the world scrolls by unaware.
Use parental controls to monitor and guide online activity
A little guidance today can make a big difference tomorrow. Digital awareness starts early let’s work together to protect our children online.
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Children enjoy the internet, but online scams are a growing risk. Help your children stay safe by teaching them simple online safety habits:
• Never share passwords with anyone
• Avoid clicking on unknown or suspicious links
At Cyber Fraud and AI Summit in Nyanga, Hon Tatenda Mavetera warned of a surge in AI driven cybercrime and outlined Government’s plans to strengthen national cybersecurity systems, including the rollout of advanced AI based solutions,
THE Government is developing an Online Child Protection Policy aimed at regulating children’s access to social media platforms as concerns grow over the abuse and misuse of digital technologies.
https://t.co/2Aq4MkI5wD