A legal framework for digital influencers is on the horizon in Morocco, as Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication Mohamed Mehdi Bensaïd outlines sweeping reforms to regulate online content creators.
Speaking in Parliament, Bensaïd stressed the urgency of addressing “anarchic content” on social media and its potential harm to public values, privacy, and social cohesion.
What to expect:
- Legal Accountability: Influencers will be required to designate a legal representative in Morocco and comply with clearly defined rules around content creation and monetization.
- Taxation: Monetized platforms will be subject to taxation, reflecting the significant advertising revenue generated in the sector.
- Expanded Oversight: The HACA’s authority will extend to social media, enabling tighter regulation of digital content akin to traditional media standards.
- Defined Terminology: Key concepts like “digital work” and “content creator” will receive legal definitions, helping distinguish between casual users and professional influencers.
- European Inspiration: The draft law will draw heavily on European legal models, particularly frameworks adopted in 2023.
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