Zambia
Tuesday 6.9.2022 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Implications of new tax on freedom of expression raises concern, public order Act under review
Anti-corruption activist exonerated in president’s mass pardon; Youth beaten up for insulting President Hichilema ; Government introduces 16% VAT on newspaper sales ; Review of Public Order Act underway Read more
Friday 28.5.2021 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Police clampdown on protests leading up to 2021 elections
The situation in Zambia has been quite intense regarding the promotion and protection of human rights by the government. In an Amnesty International report it was explicitly highlighted that the police are using the Public Order Act to clamp down on any protest actions against the government. Journalists in Zambia continue to have their freedom of expression and the press hindered in their work through the government clamping down on independent media. Read more
Monday 26.10.2020 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Youths find innovative ways to protest in Zambia
Young Zambian celebrities and other youth held a protest in an unknown location which they broadcast live on social media platforms over fears of arrest Read more
Tuesday 30.6.2020 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Concern as government punishes free expression
Government targets critics and those expressing opinion including John Sangwa a prominent lawyer disbarred after openly criticising government, media station Prime TV's licence cancelled Read more
Friday 28.2.2020 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Protests erupt over gang attacks, critics challenge proposed constitutional amendments
crowds demonstrate and lynch people suspected of gassing their victims; Critics challenge the constitutionality of a proposed amendment to the constitution which would extend the president’s powers Read more
Wednesday 23.10.2019 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Students protest xenophic attacks in neighbouring South Africa, opposition leader arrested
Students from various universities stage protests outside South African embassy following xenophobic attacks in South Africa, Opposition leader arrested and charged for allegedly insulting President Edgar Lungu Read more
Tuesday 16.10.2018 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Escalating attacks on journalists worrying, as restrictions on expression continue
Government imposes new tax on internet phone calls, as the cabinet approves new social media and cyber crime law amidst fears that it shall stifle freedom of expression. Also, female student dies during overnight students' riot. Read more
Monday 6.8.2018 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Opposition voices muzzled, as activists are arrested
In August 2017, there were several reported cases of opposition party members being arbitrarily arrested and meetings organised by opposition party being prevented from taking place. Protesters and online dissidents were also arrested and detained, while a proposed cyber crime law threatens free expression. Read more
Thursday 27.4.2017 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Pro-government group storms Law Association of Zambia's office
Attacks against Linda Kasonde, President of the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ), and against LAZ itself have continued in recent months. Read more
Monday 27.2.2017 Zambia - Latest Developments -
Media freedom deteriorates in Zambia
The Zambian government is putting pressure on independent media outlets, forcing some of them to close. Read more
