All children must safely participate in a digital future

Niël Terblanché The commemoration of the International Day of the African Child, under the theme ‘The Rights of the Child in the Digital Environment,’ recognises the urgent need to safeguard the rights of children as they navigate the opportunities and challenges of the digital age and calls for reflection and dedication to addressing the myriad challenges facing children. In a special message, President Hage Geingob on behalf of all Namibians stated that the Soweto Uprising on 16 June 1976 was a turning point in the struggle for freedom in Southern Africa. “As a way to honour the brave actions taken…