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Why experts are fighting Facebook app for children

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Photo: Rodrigo Buendina/ AFP

NAIROBI, KENYA: A Facebook application meant for children has been criticised by a group of health experts who now demand it should be withdrawn.

The over 100 child experts said while the Messenger Kids app is meant for children under 13, studies have shown there is more harm than good when children of such age get access to internet.

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