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Africa-Press – Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>ROSH PINAH \u2013 Government, through the gender equality and information ministries, is in the process of establishing preventative measures against sexual and other related forms of exploitation against children while using the Internet.<\/p>\n

The ministries are working hand-in-hand, alongside telecommunication giants MTC and Telecom in developing the cybersecurity rules.<\/p>\n

Gender equality minister Doreen Sioka made the revelations in her keynote address at the commemoration of the Day of the African Child in Rosh Pinah last week. This day is celebrated annually in remembrance of the Soweto uprising in 1976 against the repugnant apartheid regime.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo support these efforts, it is crucial to establish a legal framework to regulate online activities in the country,\u201d Sioka said.<\/p>\n

The minister then called on the information ministry to expedite the passing of the Cybercrime Bill, which will provide regulation and protection for children in the digital world. \u201cThis law will prevent and punish online child exploitation, including grooming and child pornography,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Sioka, however, hastened to say protecting minors in the digital space is not solely the responsibility of governments or industry leaders.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt requires a collective effort from parents, educators, civil society organisations and the broader community,\u201d she said, before unveiling the \u2018Child Care and Protection Database\u2019 initiative.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis electronic case management database, also known as the district health information system, is a comprehensive tool, designed to effectively manage and store information pertaining to childcare protection cases,\u201d she explained.<\/p>\n

The politician added that the system\u2019s primary objective will be to foster a shared vision of technology and integrated case management.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy utilising this database, social workers can now monitor, track and gain a comprehensive understanding of each child\u2019s situation,\u201d she highlighted as one of its benefits.<\/p>\n

The event was attended by learners, teachers, parents, stakeholders and the general public.<\/p>\n

The minister also said that with the Child Care and Protection Database, her ministry is taking a significant stride toward safeguarding the rights and well-being of children.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis initiative represents a powerful resource that empowers social workers to provide better care and support to vulnerable children,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Sioka also called on the entire nation to join the ministry on this transformative journey of leveraging technology to enhance the right of every child.<\/p>\n

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