Zambia’s media in the second quarter of 2018 saw an increased threat on its freedom and role.
Media law and reforms
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...
Zambia threatens media with statutory regulation
Zambia's Chief Government Spokesperson, Chishimba Kambwili, has threatened state regulation of the media citing what he termed as "failure by the print media to regulate itself" leaving government with no option but to step in. Speaking at a press briefing on April 6,...
Zambia rolling out dual casting; final switchover to digital in six months
Zambia will signal dual casting of both the analogue and digital signal for a period of six months before the final switch over to the digital signal.