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Originally published by Ghafla! (Entertainment)entertainment
February 18, 2026
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Kenyan MPs Reject Ban Of Tik-Tok, Call For Strict Measures Instead
The National Assembly has officially charted a new course for the future of social media in Kenya. In a decisive session held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, lawmakers rejected a total ban on TikTok, choosing instead to implement a robust regulatory framework designed to protect u..
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Kenyan National Assembly has rejected a total ban on TikTok, opting instead for a robust regulatory framework to protect users and foster the digital economy.
- The decision was made on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, following a report by the Public Petitions Committee.
- Lawmakers are prioritizing child protection by implementing content regulation to safeguard minors from explicit content and online exploitation.
- Parliament is demanding that TikTok and similar platforms establish formal monetization policies for the Kenyan market, enabling local creators to earn directly from their content.
- Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo emphasized that digital spaces are crucial for free expression and economic survival, stating that the era of "self-regulation" for big tech in Kenya is over.
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