Doxing and social media vigilantism
Our reliance on technology, and social media to a degree, has led to a rise in cyberbullying trends such as doxing and stalking. As great as technology is, it unfortunately also provides people with an [...]
The Importance of a Social Media Policy
An employer having a social media policy should not restrict employees from using social media but rather be a tool to equip employees on how to use social media in the most beneficial manner and to ensure that anything that is said on social media platforms, whether or not it is about the employer and even if it is after office hours – does not bring the employer into disrepute.
Online advertising – weighing up the risks for brands
Social media can be a highly effective way to increase brand awareness, but only if used properly. The online world is like a double-edged sword. While on the one hand it is very convenient for brands to connect with a world-wide customer base, on the other, it leaves the brand very exposed to criticism and backlas
Social media and the employer-employee relationship
Social media and the employer-employee relationship With the government effectively creating a temporary criminal offence to fight the spread of fake news and misinformation about COVID-19 on social media and online platforms, a lot of [...]
Misinformation and fake news on COVID-19 – action will be taken!
Misinformation and fake news on COVID-19 – action will be taken!
Social Media Applications- what exactly are we agreeing to? Part 1: WhatsApp
When downloading social media applications on our devices, we are required to hit that “agree” button, which we hastily do in order to quickly access WhatsApp and read our incoming messages. But, how many of [...]
Tagging, liking and sharing on social media – can I be held liable?
Anything you share, like or are tagged in on social media may be deemed to show that you agree with what is being said, even though you are not the creator of the original content. [...]
How consumer protection and advertising practices affect Social Media Influencers in South Africa
We all know that brands like Adidas, Nike, Fenty and Dior partner up with social media influencers who have credibility in a particular industry and a large following to promote the brand to their followers. [...]
Can I go to court over a sale on Facebook?
Most (if not all) of our communication is electronic in some form. Gone are the days of paying for a newspaper advertisement or putting posters on lamp posts when you want to sell your old [...]
Social Media: Freedom of Expression vs Defamation and Hate Speech
Although we hear defamation and/or hate speech around us regularly, mostly, we see it on social media. It is almost as if people believe that because they are protected behind a keyboard or a screen, [...]