The Access to Information (ATI) Brief podcast is a 5-minute audio series aimed at raising awareness on Zambia’s Access to Information Bill.
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Access to Information Brief podcasts
The Access to Information (ATI) Brief podcast is a 5-minute audio series aimed at raising awareness on Zambia’s Access to Information Bill.
Allow media to carry out its mandate- Mwale
PASME FM, a radio station in Petauke District, Zambia has been closed by order of the Petauke District Commissioner (DC) for airing a radio programme featuring an opposition political party leader.
Trust in the Media Baseline Report launched
MISA has launched the first-ever Trust in the Media baseline report for Zambia, Malawi and Zimbabwe.
Zambian Cabinet approves Media Bill
The Zambia Council for Journalists Bill, 2020, is key in resolving complaints and promoting professionalism and accountability in the media fraternity.
Attacks on media houses shrinking democratic space
MISA Zambia has expressed concern on the continued attacks on media houses in the country by the Patriotic Front (PF) political party cadres terming it to be an affront to democracy and good governance in Zambia.
Independent Broadcasting Authority appointments displeasing – MLC
The Media Liaison Committee in Zambia notes with regret the appointment of non-media persons to preside over matters of media professionalism and ethical conduct of the media sector in the country.
Uphold freedom of expression online, Zambian govt told
The Civil Society Organizations working group on Cyber Laws in Zambia is concerned with government officials’ threats to curtail citizens using social media platforms to exercise their freedom of expression.
COVID-19 – Placing communities at the heart of the response efforts
Covid-19 pandemic has led to economic and emotional stress to rights holders and overburdening the Zambian government.
Zambia: Protecting freedom of expression and information in 2020
MISA Zambia shares its Way Forward recommendations for defending media freedom, freedom of expression and access to information to mark World Press Freedom Day 2020.