Home 9 Digital rights 9 MISA Zambia in learning event on Digital Rights Advocacy

MISA Zambia in learning event on Digital Rights Advocacy

6 Mar, 2024
The event focused on Mapping Digital Rights Trends, offering insights into the current state and future directions of digital rights, emphasizing advocacy and collaborative strategies.
MISA Zambia was among the Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) that participated in a three-day Learning event facilitated by Internews Network Zambia.
The event focused on Mapping Digital Rights Trends, offering insights into the current state and future directions of digital rights, emphasizing advocacy and collaborative strategies.
Day one centered on gaining insight into Digital Rights, Current Trends, and a discussion panel on digital rights in Zambia.
On the second day of the CSO learning event, discussions were on Digital Rights Issues and Advocacy, including Privacy, Surveillance, and Freedom of Expression. The lessons aimed to champion Digital Rights and lay the groundwork for a dedicated Digital Rights Agenda tailored to Zambia’s needs.
Through the different presentations, participants were provided with valuable insights, tools, and strategies to effectively navigate the complex terrain of digital rights advocacy.
Day three focused on learning about strategies, collaboration, and planning for digital rights. Discussions centered on how civil society organizations can work together and make plans to protect people’s rights in the digital world. Through interactive sessions and practical examples, attendees gained insights into effective ways to advocate for digital rights and create action plans. Overall, the day provided participants with valuable tools and knowledge to advocate for digital rights with confidence.

About MISA

The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) was founded in 1992. Its work focuses on promoting, and advocating for, the unhindered enjoyment of freedom of expression, access to information and a free, independent, diverse and pluralistic media.

Share this

Related news

MISA regional director appointed to African Union Working Group on AI

MISA regional director appointed to African Union Working Group on AI

MISA Regional Secretariat Director, Dr Tabani Moyo, has been appointed as member of the African Union (AU) Working Group on Artificial Intelligence. “We accept the responsibility thrust upon our shoulders with humility and honour in service of the peoples of Africa  …...

MISA launches fifth annual state of press freedom report

MISA launches fifth annual state of press freedom report

MISA Regional officially launched the fifth edition of the State of Press Freedom in Southern Africa report on 8 May 2025, a key evidence-based advocacy tool for improving the safety of journalists in the region.   The 2025 report was launched at the belated...

African Commission study on AI and emerging technologies in Africa

African Commission study on AI and emerging technologies in Africa

Introduction In February 2021, the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) adopted Resolution 473 regarding the need to conduct a study on human and peoples’ rights and artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and other new and emerging technologies in...

The State of Press Freedom  in Southern Africa 2025 – Now Available

The State of Press Freedom in Southern Africa 2025 – Now Available

FOREWORD REPORTING IN THE BRAVE NEW WORLD THE past few years have witnessed a surge in the use of artificial intelligence(AI), a technology poised to revolutionise journalism and other media processes. The theme of this year’s World Press Freedom Day Commemorations —...