National Cyber Security Policy approved

The Zambian Cabinet has approved the National Cyber Security Policy which is it says will ensure that effective mechanisms are put in place for a well-coordinated.
Speaking in a statement issued by Chief government spokesperson Dora Siliya, Cabinet approved the National Cyber Security Policy during its first meeting for the year.
Siliya explains that the National Cyber Security Policy will ensure that effective mechanisms are put in place for a well-coordinated governance framework on cybersecurity thereby fostering the creation of a secure, reliable, and trustworthy cyber environment that increases confidence. Additionally, the Policy will;
(a) assist in inculcating a culture of cybersecurity and protect victims against
cybercrimes;
(b) guide the mechanism of coordinating cybersecurity matters;
(c) develop high local technical skills in cybersecurity;
(d) provide for Child Online Protection;
(e) promote the responsible use of social media platforms; and
(f) facilitate identification, declaration and protection of national critical
infrastructure.
Government, through this Policy, will take responsibility of ensuring that the public sector, private sector, and civil society are not only aware of the dangers of cyberspace, but also that the respective sectors take necessary measures of securing themselves.
And MISA Zambia has applauded the policy but has cautioned against its abuse.
MISA Zambia Chairperson Hellen Mwale explains that the institution has no doubt that the contents of the policy will provide guidance on how to best to deal with online crimes such as identity theft, pornography, online bullying, human trafficking among other vices that are harmful to human rights and dignity.
However, MISA Zambia has warned against the abuse or misapplication of the National Cyber Security Policy to develop legislation that would hinder the enjoyment of fundamental freedoms by citizens in the country. Digital and other online platforms must be left open to allow citizens’ participation in governance issues.
Find below the statement issued by MISA Zambia;
PRESS STATEMENT
For Immediate Release
About MISA Zambia
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