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Over the past decades, technology has provided humans with many opportunities, making life easier, better, and worth living. Technology has provided spaces in different aspects where humans can venture into wherever they fit in and become the best versions of themselves. The internet is a very good example of how technology has opened doors for humans. While some people see it as a tool to chat with friends, battle boredom, or simply have fun, others see it as an employment opportunity- a source of income. Thanks to the internet, many people have made fortunes, whether through social media apps or other platforms. With this, it is evident that the Internet is an important part of our lives. 

As citizens of a country, we are all entitled to fundamental rights. As long as you are a citizen of a country, you are entitled to these rights, regardless of class, gender, or religion. Rights such as; freedom of speech, freedom of religion, right to life, right to education, and so on. Now, should access to the internet be considered a fundamental human right? Meaning, every citizen of a country should be entitled to the internet, and stopping another human from accessing the internet should be considered a violation. In my opinion, access to the internet should be a fundamental human right. However, there should be restrictions to prevent citizens from going overboard. One thing about humans is that once they are given access to certain things, there are tendencies for them to misuse them. To prevent and curtail these tendencies, it is important to enforce some restrictions. 

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Access to the internet should be considered a fundamental human right because it serves as a vital source of employment and economic opportunities for millions of people worldwide. Every citizen of a country, regardless of their status, age, gender, or religion, should have equal internet access. This will help them pursue their goals, connect with positive and like-minded individuals, and become the best versions of themselves. Using most African countries as a case study, the economy is in shambles and no one is doing anything about it. Thousands of youths graduate from the university every year, yet they still roam around the country, seeking job opportunities. Thanks to the internet, many of these youths have made a fortune and changed their lives. Making this a fundamental human right is important as it provides employment opportunities for many. 

Also, the internet is a platform for people to express their opinions and thoughts about the system of government. Thanks to social media platforms, citizens can share their takes on what they like, and dislike, and what to change about their system of government. During elections, citizens can come online to campaign for their representatives. During the last presidential election in my country, the internet was filled with thousands of tweets, statuses, and political articles. Citizens, particularly the youth, came together to support their representatives. Unfortunately, things didn’t go our way. 

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Having established that the internet should be a fundamental human right, there should be restrictions to keep citizens in check. As much as citizens have the right to access the internet and share their views about certain topics, there should be restrictions. For instance, citizens should not use the internet to promote hate speech or bullying. If every citizen had free access to the internet, they might want to use it however they like; Bukky other ethnic groups or share hate comments. Citizens who do this should be punished. 

Also, Citizens should not share false or misleading information. Sometimes, citizens do this to prank people or gain more likes, followers, or comments. This is one of the restrictions that should be enforced. 

In summary, making access to the internet a fundamental human right, which everyone can enjoy regardless of age, status, religion, or gender, will be beneficial to both the individual and the economy at large. However, to prevent citizens from going overboard, restrictions should be put in place.

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