Kenyan lawmakers have rejected a proposal to ban TikTok, opting instead for tighter regulation of the popular social media platform within the next four months.
During a parliamentary session on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Members of Parliament resolved to strengthen oversight measures such as age verification, data localization, and cybersecurity safeguards rather than shut the platform down. The decision marks a significant moment in Kenya’s ongoing debate over TikTok regulation and digital rights.
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