DAR ES SALAAM, April 2 -- “NO man is an island every mans death diminishes me and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.”

These timeless words remind us of a truth often forgotten in todays fast-paced digital world dominated by the youth: Our shared humanity binds us all, in life and in death. Yet, across social media platforms, a troubling culture has taken root.

The passing of an individual that is whether public or private has increasingly become an opportunity for speculation, defamation and political point-scoring.

This growing tendency, particularly among some youth, demands urgent reflection and restraint.

Social media, while a powerful tool for communication and expression, has als...