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Egypt Moves to Regulate Social Media Access for Young Teens

Egypt’s Parliament has begun formal steps toward regulating young teenagers’ access to social media platforms, citing growing national concern over what lawmakers describe as “digital chaos” affecting children across the country.

The move was announced by Egypt’s House of Representatives late Sunday, following remarks by President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi urging both the legislature and the government to consider new laws that would restrict social media use among young teens until they reach “an age when they can handle it properly.”

According to a statement from the House of Representatives, lawmakers are preparing legislation aimed at controlling children’s use of social networking platforms and protecting minors from harmful online exposure. Officials said the goal is to “put an end to the digital chaos our children are facing, which negatively impacts their future.”

Authorities have expressed concern over issues such as exposure to inappropriate content, online bullying, misinformation, and the psychological effects of excessive screen time on young users. Lawmakers argue that without clear regulation, children are increasingly vulnerable in the fast-growing digital environment.

While specific age limits and enforcement measures have not yet been announced, discussions are expected to focus on parental controls, platform accountability, and possible age-verification systems.

The proposed action places Egypt among a growing number of countries worldwide examining stricter rules on minors’ access to social media, as governments grapple with balancing digital freedom and child protection.

More details on the draft legislation are expected as parliamentary committees begin deliberations in the coming weeks.