Freedom of Expression and Hate Speech: The Legalities for Social Media Users
While freedom of expression is a cherished right introduced to South Africans against the historical backdrop of thought control and censorship, it comes with responsibilities. Social media users must exercise caution and respect the legal boundaries when expressing their views online.
Online Gaming – the risks and dangers
Gaming online is not new; it’s actually been around since the 1960s. However, new technology and high-speed internet connections have certainly helped playing online games like Call of Duty and Fortnite become the popular hobby it is today. Online gaming can also refer to online gambling, for example, casino-like games, lotteries, and betting on sporting more...
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. Normal legal rules apply to social media too! Case Law You can face legal action for engaging in the so-called more...
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, they can say whatever they feel like. Social media remains a public platform and everyone using it, just as in more...