Are you concerned about keeping your children safe online in an age where screens are everywhere?

In this episode of Everything Counts, host Motheo Khoaripe sits down with Emma Sadleir Berkovitz, founder of the Digital Law Company and Africa's leading authority on social media law and digital risk, and Ndivhuwo Mulaudzi, a cybersecurity awareness training specialist at Investec. Together, they unpack the realities of cyberbullying, online predators and managing children’s online behaviour in today’s digital world.

From understanding the risks of social media, implementing parental control tools, teaching online safety and digital hygiene, to identifying the warning signs of online grooming, this conversation is a complete guide for parents, educators and guardians looking to keep children safe online.

Learn practical strategies to balance screen time, encourage open communication, use parental control apps and educate children about internet dangers. Whether your child is just starting to go online or is already active on social media, this episode equips you with the knowledge, tools and confidence to navigate the digital world safely.

Stay informed, stay prepared and make sure your children enjoy the internet while staying protected from online risks.

00:00 Introduction

01:30 Children are online from an early age: Should parents be worried?

02:30 Parental control and monitoring for kids online

04:00 Basic digital hygiene for kids: Online safety practices for families

05:45 Digital literacy and open communication is key to keeping children safe online

07:00 Parental advisory on online games

08:30 Understanding the online risks for children: Cyberbullying and online predators

10:00 Teaching online privacy: How to prepare your child for internet safety

11:50 The legal risks of sharing photos online

13:30 Emotional impact of cyberbullying and online extortion

15:30 How can parents reduce internet risks for their children?

16:20 How parental control tools can help to keep kids safe on the internet

18:15 Best parental control apps explained

21:30 Top online safety tips for parents

24:10 Warning signs for parents to look out for

27:14 Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA