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Zambian Government Intensifies Cybercrime Crackdown, Warns Against Online Misconduct

August 29, 2024
2 min read
Author: Aayushya Ranjan

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 on 26 August 2024. The government emphasized that it will 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. Under this law, individuals convicted of such offences face up to five years in prison.

The public has been urged to comply with the law and avoid making social media posts that could bring them into conflict with authorities. WhatsApp group administrators have also been reminded of their responsibility to monitor and control illegal content posted within their groups, as they will be held accountable for any violations.

In addition to warning citizens against the dangers of fake news and misinformation, the government encouraged Zambians to promote responsible online behavior. 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.

The ministers made it clear that cyber wrongdoers have nowhere to hide and will be exposed and brought to justice as the government continues to enhance measures to safeguard citizens from digital threats.

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