Proposed government ban on social media for under 18s in Malaysia.

 The Communications and Multimedia Ministry has banned social media for individuals aged 17 and below. Identity checks will be rolled out to prevent the misuse of identity for social media in Malaysia by teens. 

Prior to 2018, anyone can message anyone on Instagram without any issue, even without permission, and that particular individual can send a reply message. However, since 2019, Instagram had rolled out numerous features to ensure the safety of minors on the Internet. This, amongst others, includes a restriction on directly messaging the individual. 

This ban makes it impossible for anybody to message or communicate with students in Nobel International School who are bound to give or receive information about the school. Teachers will not be readily available to give information as they have their own commitments. This is feared to affect our preparations for the 2026 Sports Day.

The ban on social media for teens is expected to start on 1ST JANUARY 2026.