PRESS STATEMENT - MySA Condemns Removal of Official Facebook Accounts Amid Rapid Platform Growth South Africa – 16/02/2026 MySA, South Africa’s independent and rapidly growing local social network, confirms that its main Facebook account and official Facebook page have been removed from the Facebook platform following a period of significant traction, growth, and public engagement. This action comes after MySA successfully expanded its digital footprint, attracting increasing numbers of South African users seeking a verified, community-driven alternative to global platforms. Despite complying with Facebook’s security verification processes and completing all required identity checks, our primary account and page were permanently removed without transparent justification. At the same time, the Facebook ecosystem continues to be flooded with fraudulent and impersonation accounts that operate freely. Fake profiles are routinely able to register, send unsolicited messages, promote scams, and misuse the names and likenesses of public figures without restriction. These accounts often remain active despite repeated reports from legitimate users and businesses. The removal of MySA’s official presence, while fraudulent accounts remain operational, raises serious concerns about platform governance, competitive neutrality, and fair digital access within South Africa. MySA is not a spam network. MySA is not a fraudulent operation. MySA is a legitimate South African technology initiative designed to provide: • A verified-user environment • Greater transparency for businesses • Safer community interaction • Local economic empowerment • Reduced exposure to scam and impersonation profiles As a growing local social network, MySA represents innovation and competition within the digital space. Competition is a healthy and necessary part of technological progress. The removal of a legitimate competitor’s account, particularly during a period of growth and public visibility, inevitably raises questions about equal treatment and digital fairness. We categorically reject any implication that our platform violated community standards. We completed required verification procedures in good faith. We were transparent in our operations. We engaged openly with users and businesses. Yet our accounts were removed while malicious actors continue to operate uninterrupted. This situation highlights a broader issue affecting businesses and creators across South Africa: Real accounts are scrutinized and restricted, while automated scam profiles continue to flourish. MySA will not be silenced. We remain fully operational via our official platform here. We encourage our community, partners, and supporters to connect with us directly on our platform as we continue building a safer, verified, proudly South African digital ecosystem. We also call for transparency from global social media platforms operating in South Africa regarding: • Account removal procedures • Appeals transparency • Competitive neutrality • Enforcement consistency Digital platforms hold immense influence over public communication and business visibility. With that influence comes responsibility. MySA remains committed to empowering South African users, entrepreneurs, and communities. We will continue to innovate, expand, and provide an alternative space where authenticity and accountability matter. We remain fully open and transparent in our approach to competition, and we state unequivocally that we would never remove or restrict Facebook should they choose to operate an official profile or page on our network — because we are not threatened by competition, and we are confident in demonstrating, openly and fairly, how our platform model differs and why we believe it serves users and businesses in a stronger, more accountable way. For media inquiries or official statements, please send inquiries to: info@mysa.social 071 396 2574 About MySA MySA is a South African social networking platform focused on verified users, business transparency, and community-driven growth. Built to serve local communities, MySA aims to create a safer and more accountable digital environment while supporting economic development across the country. #ImpactSA #MySA