Zambia’s cyber security stance worries civil rights groups
Government formally introduces Cyber Security and Cybercrimes Bills of 2021.
Michael Malakata
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Zambia readies new cyber security policy but pundits not convinced
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Zambian government shuts down Prime TV
Private station blocked after allegedly refusing to broadcast free COVID-19 messages.
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Zambia denies spying allegations
Minister of Information and Broadcasting labels allegations "unfounded and malicious".
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Zambia pushes ahead with controversial cyber security legislation
Civil society organisations say there has been a lack of consultation and the new legislation is a means of clamping down on freedom of expression.
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Zambia to tax online calls to protect telcos
Daily tariff of US$0.30 to be charged through mobile phone operators and ISPs.
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Africa banks on Chinese-backed digital migration strategy
Delegates from 45 African countries believe this will help them meet ITU's deadline of 17 June 2020.
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Zambia: attempt to rein-in govt over social media control
Lawmakers say neither industry regular nor Broadcasting Authority have jurisdiction to control social media platforms.
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Zambia: civil society, govt clash over cyber security Bills
Zambia Centre for Social Development demands wider consultation with stakeholders before Bills are passed into law.
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Zambia's govt: 'we will not shut down social media'
Concern grows over the possible introduction of three new internet regulation bills.
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Zambia's govt vows to address digital migration scandal
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