tech
April 11, 2026
Gabon bans social media for children with new digital safety law
Gabon has introduced new rules banning social media for people under 16, forcing platforms to verify age and curb harmful content
TL;DR
- Gabon bans social media for individuals under 16, except for specific educational contexts.
- The law holds parents and legal guardians accountable for the online behavior of minors.
- Tech companies must implement age verification systems and filter harmful content.
- Platforms are required to respond to complaints involving minors within strict timeframes.
- The move is aimed at protecting children from cyberbullying, harmful content, and disinformation.
- Gabon's High Communication Authority (HAC) will oversee compliance.
- This law reflects a global trend of stricter digital laws for minors, with similar measures in Australia, France, and Denmark.
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