"We, the people of South Africa, Recognise the injustices of our past; Honour those who suffered for justice and freedom in our land; Respect those who have worked to build and develop our country; and Believe that South Africa belongs to all who live in it, united in our diversity.” Preamble to the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.

Thursday 5 September 2013

SA Government watching Facebook and Google

The South African government had over the past year submitted 14 requests to Facebook and three to Google to get information about certain users.

Facebook granted none of the requests and Google granted one after receiving a court order in a case involving defamation, the Beeld newspaper reported.

Following Google’s example, Facebook has just published its first half-year report on government requests. According to Facebook and Google, the merits of each request are thoroughly considered before the information is released.

Well done to both companies for not bowing to government bullies!
Posted by at

No comments:

Post a Comment

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)