Open Space Zambia Podcast

During the COVID 19 lockdowns, many people flocked online. 

Education, health, financial and entertainment services were offered online.

In this episode, learn about how digital literacy works hand in hand with digital safety.

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The security and safety of citizens is a direct preserve of the government. It is the government’s duty to its’ citizens to ensure that they are safe at all times. Therefore, this can be done through several strategies, such as investing in security forces, such as the police. However, in a modern world, other strategies for safety and security must be looked into.

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According to Amnesty International, an internet shutdown occurs when an institution, usually the government restricts access to the internet for a specific region or population. This can be done to stop protests, censor speeches or control elections.

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In Africa, and particularly in Zambia, corruption has been a plague that many governments have faced. Learn more on why it is important toprovide checks and balances to government.

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The rise of digital technologies has led to the new ways of enhancing and fighting for human rights. Did you know that the rights that you enjoy in the physical space are the same offline? Find out more here.

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The role of the media is to inform and educate the public whilst providing a watchdog role for the government. This mostly involves investigative journalism. Find out more here.

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Is the information true, accurate and balanced and fair. At the height of the covid-19 pandemic, a parallel pandemic was raging on the sidelines. This was known as the infodemic- an overload of information during a disease outbreak, that may also include false information.

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Recently we have seen governments worldwide resort to acts of excessive surveillance as well as clamping down on the rights to free expression and assembly, and arbitrary enforcement of restrictions. 

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One of the first steps in ensuring that one is safe online is to make sure that they are practicing effective cyber hygiene. Learn more on how to protect yourself online here.

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In Zambia, freedom of expression is protected by article 20 of the constitution. This means that every citizen is free to speak their mind. In Zambia, freedom of expression also extends to the press. Therefore, people in Zambia should not feel pressured or afraid to use their voices on important issues.

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