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WhatsApp Group Admins Must Register: Zimbabwe's New Rule

|Mutare_Ent News| Big changes are coming to WhatsApp groups in Zimbabwe. Administrators will now need to register and obtain a license from POTRAZ, the Post and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, with fees ranging from $50 to $2,500 depending on the group type. This move aims to strengthen data security and privacy for citizens, according to Information Communications Technology, Postal and Courier Services Minister, Tatenda Mavetera.  Similar laws have been discussed in India, where courts have ruled that WhatsApp group admins can't be held liable for objectionable content posted by members unless they were directly involved . However, Zimbabwe's approach is different, requiring admins to register and obtain licenses, which raises concerns about freedom of speech, online regulation, and the potential impact on online communities.  Some experts suggest that WhatsApp group admins should take steps to protect themselves from potential liability, such as:  - *Posting w...