The Acting Minister for Information and Communications Technology, Hon. Peter L. Tsiamalili Jr., has issued a 30-day directive to the National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) to fully enforce the National Executive Council (NEC) decision on blocking access to pornographic and other unsuitable websites.
The NEC made this decision in September 2023, but according to the Minister, implementation has not been fully carried out.
“I am extremely concerned that implementation has not been fully carried out,” he said.
NICTA, working with the Office of Censorship, is now required to ensure that all identified harmful websites and online services are blocked across licensed Internet Service Providers within the next 30 days. This includes pornography, violent content, and other material deemed harmful to minors and vulnerable groups.
Minister Tsiamalili emphasized that the directive is not about arbitrary censorship but about protecting citizens.
“Please be assured that this is not about arbitrary censorship. This is about protecting children, vulnerable groups, and strengthening cyber safety in our Country,” he stated.
He added that the process must be transparent and accountable to maintain public trust.
“The Government’s directive is clear: after more than two years, full implementation must now be delivered,” the Minister said.