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April 7, 2026
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Stakeholders push for enhanced digital safety in Africa

Stakeholders push for enhanced digital safety in Africa

Stakeholders are calling for action to ensure safe internet access, stressing  that digital connectivity should benefit young people’s ability to learn, to build skills and to contribute to the economy. However, the future of digital access and safety remains a complex and pre..

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Stakeholders in Africa are urging for enhanced digital safety measures, particularly for children, amid concerns over rising Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (OCSEA).

  • 40% of children aged 15 and above in Africa now have internet access.
  • ChildFund International convened a roundtable discussion in Nairobi, bringing together civil society, government leaders, and academia.
  • The call emphasizes embedding safety into digital access through regulation, education, and partnership to address evolving online risks.

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