Hate Speech Legislation and Freedom of Expression: Finding the Balance
Jeremiah Thuku Thuku,
Margaret Mbaaro
Abstract:This study aims to explore the balance between hate speech legislation and the principle of freedom of expression. It seeks to understand the perspectives of various stakeholders on the effectiveness of current legal frameworks, the societal impact of hate speech, the challenges faced by digital platforms in moderating content, and the responses of legislative and policy measures to address these issues. Employing a qualitative research design, this study collected data through semi-structured interviews with … Show more
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