03 September 2024

The Zambian government has reaffirmed its commitment to curbing cybercrime and online misconduct, following a joint press briefing by the Honourable Ministers of Technology and Science, and Home Affairs and Internal Security.

The government emphasized that it would invoke Section 54 of the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act of 2021 to address issues such as online hate speech, defamation, child abuse, and propaganda.

The public has been urged to comply with the law and avoid making social media posts that could bring them into conflict with authorities.

In addition to warning citizens against the dangers of fake news and misinformation, the government encouraged Zambians to promote responsible online behaviour. With substantial investments in cyber infrastructure, authorities assured the public that efforts are underway to identify and apprehend online scammers, who cause significant emotional and financial harm to their victims.