Regulate online activities of children – Cyber Security Authority tells parents

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) is entreating parents to regulate the online activities of their wards for safety.

In a statement issued to celebrate the International Day of the African Child, CSA assured of moves to intensify its monitoring mechanisms for children online.

“As Ghana celebrates the Day of the African Child today, the Cyber Security Authority, CSA calls on parents and caregivers to build their capacity to teach their children how to stay safe online and regulate the online activities of their children”.

The CSA said it would develop guidelines for parents and educators to help them protect children online.

“As indicated in Article 9 of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child, parents and guardians must provide guidance and direction in the exercise of these rights, having regard to the evolving capacities and best interests of the child. Let us all: Parents, Media, Schools, and the Government, take up this challenge today to provide a better online experience for Ghanaian children,” the statement added.

Established in 1991, the Day of the African Child (DAC) is an annual commemoration celebrated on June 16th by the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the Organization of African Unity (OAU, now known as the AU), the Day of the African Child recognizes Africa’s youth and encourages deep reflection and commitment to addressing the numerous challenges faced by young people on the continent.