Should Kenya Ban Social Media For Under 16’s Like Australia? Lillian Ng’ang’a Weighs In

Lillian Ng’ang’a has publicly advocated for Kenya to adopt a policy mirroring Australia’s recent nationwide ban, which restricts children under the age of 16 from using major social media platforms. On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Ng’ang’a shared a screenshot of a news..

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Lillian Ng'ang'a has publicly advocated for Kenya to implement a ban on social media for children under the age of 16, mirroring a recent policy adopted by Australia. She shared a news item detailing Australia's move, adding the caption: "Kenya should do the same."

Australia became the first country to ban children under 16 from major social media platforms like TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and Threads.
A 2025 Australian study found that 96% of children aged 10 to 15 were active on social media, with 7 out of 10 encountering dangerous material such as misogynistic posts and violent content.
The ban aims to protect young people from harmful content and unhealthy online habits, with the Australian government citing design flaws in platforms that encourage long screen times and exposure to detrimental material.