Imagine being 14 and waking up to discover that Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat might no longer be part of your daily routine. In Morocco, that possibility is now being discussed at government level.
The country’s new government has announced plans to introduce legislation restricting social media access for children under 15, as part of its programme for 2026 to 2031.
And social media isn’t the only thing on the list.
The proposed measures would also target certain online games considered dangerous, restrict smartphone use in primary schools and introduce stronger parental controls.
The idea is to create a safer digital environment for children while encouraging healthier relationships with technology.
But there’s an important detail: nothing has been banned yet. These are proposals, and the government still needs to develop the legislation before any restrictions can take effect.
But how would it actually work?
That’s where things get complicated.
Would platforms have to verify everyone’s age? Would parents be responsible for controlling access? And how could authorities prevent teenagers from creating accounts with different birthdays?
These are some of the questions any future law would need to address.
The conversation also goes beyond screen time. Social media is where young people communicate, discover music, follow trends, learn new skills and participate in communities.
Supporters of age restrictions argue that children need stronger protection against harmful content and online risks. Others question whether banning access could be less effective than improving digital education and parental support.
For now, Moroccan teenagers aren’t losing their accounts.
But the debate over how young is too young for social media has officially reached Morocco’s government agenda.
