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The Citizen
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
WATCH: Meta Teen accounts launched in SA
In a significant step towards enhancing online safety for teenagers, Meta has announced the launch of Teen Accounts in South Africa. Meta has launched Teen accounts as part of the companies broader commitment to ensuring safe, private, and positive online experiences for teens across Africa. This also helps parents to keep track of their teens online activity without invading their privacy. Meta is proud to announce the launch of Teen Accounts on Instagram in South Africa. Picture: Supplied Key protections offered with Meta Teen Accounts include: Teen accounts default to private: Under-16s need parental guidance to change this setting. Under-16s need parental guidance to change this setting. Messaging Restrictions: Teens can only receive messages from people they are already connected to. Teens can only receive messages from people they are already connected to. Sensitive Content Control : Teen accounts default to limited sensitive content in search, explore, feed, and reels. : Teen accounts default to limited sensitive content in search, explore, feed, and reels. Limited Interactions: Teens can only be tagged by followers; hidden words anti-bullying feature is enabled by default. Teens can only be tagged by followers; hidden words anti-bullying feature is enabled by default. Time Limit Reminders : Notifications prompt teens to exit the app after 60 minutes of daily usage. : Notifications prompt teens to exit the app after 60 minutes of daily usage. Sleep Mode: Enabled from 10pm to 7am, this feature mutes notifications and sends automatic replies to direct messages overnight. To mark the launch, Meta is hosting an exclusive event series where parents, content creators, policy stakeholders, media and teens can engage on the available safety features and tools. Meta says it remains committed to developing tools, resources, and partnerships that protect teens and foster safer online experiences for families in South Africa. For more information about Teen Accounts and updates to parental supervision tools, click here. NOW WATCH: It's confirmed! Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 is coming to Durban
The Citizen
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
WATCH: It's confirmed! Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 is coming to Durban
The 2025 edition of Red Bull Shay' iMoto promises a new twist, with the competition happening in Durban for the first time. South Africa's premium spinning competition, Red Bull Shay' iMoto, makes a return in 2025. South Africa's home-grown motorsport phenomenon makes its Durban debut at the Suncoast Casino on 10 August 2025. What to expect at Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 Fans can expect raw energy, tyre smoke, and adrenaline-fuelled showmanship. Red Bull Shay' iMoto brings the art of spinning into the spotlight. This is helping to transform a grassroots cultural movement into a competitive platform. It also creates an international platform for the drivers to showcase their skill, creativity, and swagger. Chadwin 'Boksie' Hadjie wins Red Bull Shay' iMoto at Canal Walk, Cape Town, South Africa on 16 March 2024. Picture: Red Bull Content Pool The event fuses high-octane motor action with the pulse of urban street culture, in a safe and controlled manner. On Sunday, August 10, ticket holders will gather to witness the crowning of the Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 champion. Judged by a panel of well-known motorsport personalities, alongside the crowd's votes, the format ensures both precision and performance are rewarded. The 2024 event saw Cape Town's Chadwin 'Boksie' Hadjie take the title from two-time defending champion Samkeliso 'Sam Sam' Thubane in Cape Town. Watch Red Bull Shay 'iMoto 2024 highlights here: With Durban now hosting for the first time, 2025 promises a new twist on the course layout, even higher stakes, and a fresh wave of talent. Entries opened on Tuesday, 20 May 2025, for those who believe they have what it takes to claim the crown. Aspiring competitors are encouraged to enter the competition via the Red Bull website. You must be over 18 years old and in possession of a valid South African driver's license to enter. ALSO WATCH: Magician David Blaine hangs off a spinning car in Brakpan
