Egypt’s Parliament is preparing to regulate children’s use of social media to address what lawmakers describe as “digital chaos.” The House of Representatives said it will draft legislation aimed at limiting risks posed by online platforms, AP reported.

AP wrote that the move follows calls from President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi, who urged restrictions on children’s social media use. He said limits should apply until children reach an age where they can handle such platforms responsibly. The president pointed to Western countries considering similar measures.

Around half of Egyptian children under 18 use social media, exposing them to harmful content and cyberbullying, according to a 2024 study. Australia has already banned social media for children under 16, while the UK and France are weighing restrictions. These developments have fueled debate in Egypt over child safety, privacy, and digital wellbeing.