Transparency International Zambia President, Ruben Lifuka, says the Access to Information (ATI) law is imperative in citizen’s ability to engage in quality and meaningful discourse on public affairs. Mr. Lifuka says access to information is a fundamental right which...
Media law and reforms
Access to Information contributes to transparency and accountability
Speech by MISA Zambia Chairperson Helen Mwale on the launch of the State of the Media in Zambia, 2Q at Protea Hotel.
State of the Media in Zambia – Q2, 2018
Zambia’s media in the second quarter of 2018 saw an increased threat on its freedom and role.
Media freedom a cornerstone of democracy – Hellen Mwale
Media freedom enables citizens to enjoy their rights to freedom of expression and access to information, says MISA Zambia chairperson.
Cyber laws are a threat to democracy and must be halted
Guest post by McDonald Chipenzi, Executive Director of Governance, Elections, Advocacy, Research Services Initiative.
Govt. told to embrace a transparent approach to cyber laws
A collective movement of Civil Society Organisations calls for a wider consultation with all stakeholders about the proposed cyber laws.
Zambia: Way forward in 2018
MISA Zambia is sharing its recommendations for improving media freedom, freedom of expression and access to information in Zambia to mark World Press Freedom Day.
Government told to stop enacting restrictive laws
McDonald Chipenzi notes that Zambia already has a number of laws inimical to a democratic society and that impedes the enjoyment of citizens’ fundamental rights and freedoms.
Make realistic proposals of getting ZNBC regulated – MISA Zambia
Hyde Haguta MISA Zambia has urged stakeholders in the country to take keen interest and make realistic proposals of getting ZNBC to be regulated by the Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA). Chairperson Hellen Mwale says MISA Zambia is cognizant of the fact that...
MISA bemoans deteriorating human rights situation in Zambia
MISA is saddened by the continued threats to the freedom of expression and of the press by state institutions which are expected to act independently and in the public’s interest. This follows the latest development in which Prime TV proprietor, Gerald Shawa and the...