Have you ever seen a message that begins with: “URGENT. SHARE BEFORE IT IS DELETED.” …and suddenly felt like the fate of humanity now rests on your thumbs? Relax. You are not alone. We have all almost become unofficial ambassadors of nonsense at some point. But before we blame the internet entirely, let us be […]
Dearest readers, It has come to the attention of this most observant author that the young scholars of our modern society have developed quite the attachment… not to books, not to outdoor adventures, but to a rather glowing rectangle that seems permanently attached to their hands. Yes, dear reader. The screen. One might assume these […]
Ever snapped a selfie at Uhuru Park or checked in at a mall without a second thought? In Kenya today, our social media is like one giant never-ending tea session – and everyone is invited. But here is the catch: every photo, post or check-in is a little clue for the internet’s nosiest characters. In […]
While global platforms like TikTok are driving major safety investments, Kenya’s success story would not be complete without the foundational work done by Eveminet under the leadership of Evelyn Kasina through the #SaferTogether program. ⭐ 1. A NATIONAL MANDATE: Building a Scalable Online Safety Ecosystem Eveminet identified the core challenges in Kenya’s digital landscape: Rapid […]
The word “sitting ducks” comes to mind, but I know we are all sitting tight and waiting for the dust to settle or not to even begin thinking or acting …So it is all hush hush right? On December 10, 2025, Australia will enforce one of the boldest moves in digital safety history: social media […]
It is far beyond midnight, but 16-year-old Aisha remains stuck on her phone. “Just one more match…” she mumbles, half-asleep. Does this sound familiar? This is a sight we have seen in real life all over Kenya and beyond our borders. On the plus side, online gaming connects young people to friends, fun and even […]
By Evelyn Kasina – Trust and Safety Specialist, Child Online Protection Advocate On July 25, 2025, the UK took a historic step in safeguarding children online. Technology Secretary Peter Kyle publicly apologised to an entire generation of children who had been exposed to toxic online content, acknowledging that political inaction had left them vulnerable for […]
Published: August 14, 2025 Effective: September 13, 2025 Announcement made by TikTok’s Safety and Outreach Teams. TikTok is committed to ensuring its platform remains safe, inclusive, and trustworthy for all users. As part of this commitment, we are introducing a series of updates to our Community Guidelines to better address emerging risks, improve transparency, […]
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SCREEN–FATIGUED TEENAGER & YOUNG ADULT Meet Mina, a 21-year-old university student. It is 7:00 AM, and she is already awake, not by birdsong, but by the buzz of her phone’s notification. Bleary-eyed, she scrolls through late-night tweets, TikTok bailouts of that Mama chapati story, and missed class WhatsApp […]
As children and teens increasingly engage with immersive platforms like Roblox, ensuring their safety online is more critical than ever. Roblox’s latest safety updates aim to foster safer, age-appropriate interactions while empowering families with tools for transparency and control. Fun Facts: Did you know – As of 2025, Roblox regularly sees over 27 million concurrent players, […]
