New Zealand moves to ban social media for under-16s

The Punch | 24-08-2026 07:42am |

New Zealand has proposed a ban on social media for individuals under the age of 16, citing concerns over mental health and exposure to harmful content. The legislation aims to protect young people from the negative impacts of social media. Details of the proposed law have been outlined in recent reports.

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