MINISTERIAL INSTRUCTIONS N° 001/MINICT/2024 OF 22/03/2012 ON CHILD ONLINE PROTECTION | 001/MINICT/2024 OF 22/03/2012 — Rwanda law | Esheria

MINISTERIAL INSTRUCTIONS N° 001/MINICT/2024 OF 22/03/2012 ON CHILD ONLINE PROTECTION

These instructions aim to promote children’s safety online and protect them from harmful content.

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Jurisdiction
Rwanda
Instrument
Regulation
Citation
001/MINICT/2024 OF 22/03/2012
Status
In force
Version
Undated source snapshot
Language
mul
Updated
Official source
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broadcasting child online protection child protection content filtering content moderation digital content entry into force internet access internet access services internet service providers internet services monitoring software online child protection online content online content moderation online content safety online safety parental controls parental supervision social media content television services

Statute overview

About this statute

These instructions aim to promote children’s safety online and protect them from harmful content. This article defines key terms used in the instructions, including CSAM, the competent authority, harmful online content, exposure to harmful content, digital content provider, and internet service provider. These instructions apply to any person or organization that broadcasts or provides content online, or gives access to online content. Online content providers and distributors must take appropriate measures to limit harmful online content and protect children. Internet service providers must take child online safety measures, including warning users, offering reporting support, blocking harmful content, providing parental controls, sharing safety information, and adopting internal rules.