South Africa: Film and Publication Board opened investigation into distribution of private sexual films or photographs without consent and issued a take-down notice to social media platforms
Description
Film and Publication Board opened investigation into distribution of private sexual films or photographs without consent and issued a take-down notice to social media platforms
On 10 November 2025, the Film and Publication Board (FPB) opened an investigation into the distribution of a video clip circulating on social media that depicts two individuals engaging in sexual conduct. The investigation concerns possible contrave…
Scope
Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body