In 2021, the majority of people surveyed in Morocco felt that internet and social media use should not be restricted. In fact, 57 percent of people believed its access should be protected. Conversely, 37 percent of survey participants felt Internet and social media use should be regulated.
Should the government regulate access to social media and the Internet?
Respondents were asked: "Which of the following statements is closest to your view?
Statement 1: Unrestricted access to the Internet and social media helps people to be more informed and active citizens, and should be protected.
Statement 2: Information shared on the Internet and social media is dividing our country, so access should be regulated by government."
(percentage of people who “agree” or “strongly agree” with each statement)
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Afrobarometer. (February 4, 2022). Should the government regulate access to social media and the Internet? [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 04, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1376609/opinions-on-whether-government-regulate-access-to-social-media-and-in-in-morocco/
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Afrobarometer, Should the government regulate access to social media and the Internet? Statista, https://www.statista.com/statistics/1376609/opinions-on-whether-government-regulate-access-to-social-media-and-in-in-morocco/ (last visited December 04, 2024)
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