Open Space Zambia Podcast

Open Space Zambia Podcast

By Bloggers of ZambiaBusinessNon-Profit
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Open Space Zambia Podcast episodes

  • A Prayer for Zambia

    Elections are over, here is a prayer for peace. Listen to this episode in Chichewa.


    #ZambiaElections2026

    2 min
  • What the UN Convention against Cybercrime means for Creators

    📢 Civil society organizations have consistently highlighted the need for transparency, oversight, and human rights safeguards throughout discussions on the Cybercrime Convention.

    A secure digital future depends not only on fighting cybercrime but also on protecting the rights and freedoms that make open societies possible.


    #OpenSpaceZM

    1 min
  • Could Legitimate Expression Be Criminalized?

    🗣️ Around the world, overly broad cybercrime laws have been used to target journalists, activists, and critics.

    Vague definitions and expansive criminalization measures in the UN Convention against Cybercrime could increase risks to freedom of expression and civic participation.

    Human rights protections must remain at the center of digital governance.

    #OpenSpaceZM

    1 min
  • International Cooperation and Cybercrime

    🤝 Cybercrime often crosses borders, making international cooperation essential.

    But how can governments work together effectively while respecting human rights and the rule of law?


    #OpenSpaceZM

    1 min
  • 🔐 Cybersecurity. Human Rights. Digital Rights.

    As Zambia becomes increasingly connected, protecting people online is more important than ever. But cybersecurity should not come at the expense of fundamental freedoms.

    Everyone has the right to privacy, freedom of expression, access to information, and secure digital spaces. As new laws and policies shape Zambia's digital future, it's essential that efforts to address cyber threats also uphold human rights and protect civic space.


    #OpenSpaceZM

    1 min
  • Privacy Under Pressure

    🔒 The UN Convention against Cybercrime creates new pathways for governments to cooperate on criminal investigations and share electronic evidence across borders.

    There are concerns that these powers may be used without sufficient protection for privacy and data protection.

    Security and rights must go hand in hand.


    #OpenSpaceZM

    1 min

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SHARING MESSAGES ON INTERNET GOVERNANCE, INTERNET RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS AND HOW INTERNET LAW AND POLICY AFFECTS OUR LIVES.