TechTrends Podcast | Freedom vs. Control: The Case for Regulating Social Media in Kenya
In this episode of The TechTrends Podcast, we’re tackling a topic that has sparked protests, policy debates, and some pretty heated conversations both online and offline – social media regulation.
Is regulating social media a necessary step… or a threat to Kenyans’ freedom?
Since last year’s Gen-Z protests, the government has been pointing fingers at social media platforms like TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram, calling for stricter controls. On the other hand, young people argue these platforms have been their lifeline to jobs, activism, and community.
So, where’s the balance?
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