The UPND government has issued a stern warning against the misuse of cyberspace and the dangers of sharing unverified information on social media. During a joint press briefing in Lusaka today, Home Affairs and Internal Security Minister Jack Mwiimbu emphasized the need for responsible social media usage to prevent the spread of false information and cyberbullying. Mr. Mwiimbu noted that the misuse of cyberspace poses a significant threat to national peace, security, and social cohesion.
Mr. Mwiimbu highlighted the progress made by the government and other stakeholders in combating cybercrime and other online vices. He cautioned the public against spreading falsehoods on social media, stressing that those who engage in such activities will face legal consequences. He also warned that spreading propaganda, hate speech, and committing online crimes could result in up to five years of imprisonment.
Minister of Technology and Science Felix Mutati, who also spoke at the briefing, reiterated the government’s commitment to promoting cybersecurity and apprehending those who misuse online platforms. He revealed that the government is investing heavily in digital infrastructure to protect citizens, particularly children, from online attacks. Mr. Mutati urged Zambians to verify information before sharing it online, underscoring the importance of fostering a culture of digital literacy and responsibility.
In a related statement, Mr. Mwiimbu criticized former President Edgar Lungu for what he described as an “irresponsible” statement made at a Citizens First rally in Samfya. He reminded the public of the crimes committed during the Patriotic Front (PF) administration and warned that the current government would not tolerate lawlessness. Mr. Mwiimbu also assured the public that President Hakainde Hichilema does not condone violence and that any officer found guilty of misconduct will face legal consequences.
The Ministers called on political leaders to act responsibly and avoid inciting disorder in the country. The government’s focus remains on ensuring a safe and secure online environment for all Zambians while upholding the rule of law.
Now you start to agree with, I have told you to shutdown even this website.
Black out everything.
The pervasive reach of the police state continues to grow daily under the cunning leadership of Jack Mwiimbu. It’s crucial to control this emerging threat before it becomes too destructive for the entire nation!
Does that apply to all media and new papers as well ?
as all have their own interpretation as to what is stated
There is a huge failure in governance when your speeches are daily warnings to law breakers.
Focus on policy please! And let those tasked with apprehending law breakers do just that!
No Musamba doesnt know the laws! He cant apprehend lawbreakers because HH has to point them out for him. Today LT is heavily moderating posts. Have they handed the censoring to Hamasaka?
We have been assured we have freedom of speech
If you dont like what is being said please do away with Freedom of speech as you cannot attached
T &C’S to it
All this has been brought about by ECL’s recent speech in Samfya
Why dont you bring him in for questioning instead of warning us soft targets
Jack mwiimbu please rise above this shod and cheap work that your “ New Darkness Govt” is doing. You have had so much scandals within 3 years!!. We already know that your political party has always been very very violent. Look at the pangas!! Hakainde is so desperate that he is fulfilling what our late national founding father said” This is the only man he Feared would divide the country of Zambia” And Jack Mwiimbu is busy wasting citizens time talking about cyber crap. This the same media that brought your president to power.
It’s characteristic of autocratic governments to control what people can and cannot say. Does this guy, Mwiimbu, know that there’s what’s called freedom of speech? Zambians are free to express their views, and freedom of speech is an internationally protected human right. You came into office because Zambians talked and freely criticized the corrupt PF on Social Media. We the people put you in office and we have a right to criticize UPND and talk about your performance. So far your UPND performance sucks. Let the Zambian people speak, you dictators wannabe.
Hear! Hear! Abash the fascists! Abash Media control! Viva Freedom of speech! Away with the Ministry of Information and Media!
Mwiimbu wilatutinya, first start with Koswe and its editor. 99% of the so-called unverified information is usually right and true… but it becomes untrue because it’s the truth against government.
Under the watchful gaze of God, let justice prevail in Mother Zambia. Minister of Threat and Intimidation, Jack Mwiimbu, UPND Enforcer and Extortion Specialist, your time is running out! The law will catch up with you and your henchmen. As you sit in your temporal Minister’s Chair, hear our voices as free people speaking our minds, undeterred and ready to expose every lie of your government. Track us down with your hoodlums in uniform, but know this – Justice will ultimately prevail in Zambia.
They’re panicking. They can attempt to control everything but they can’t control how Zambians vote. And Zambians know that they can never again entrust the nation in the hands of the current leadership and neither can they return it to Chakolwa. By September next year we’ll know who our next leader shall be and that definitely doesn’t include the two jokers
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MMMMMM!!!!! Guys stay away from this platform too for the sick / big brother is watching you kikikikiki. 2026 elections…. i wonder how many will die… Me i give up, will not be heard here again.. was a pleasure being here
Such Communist language shouldn’t be allowed in a democratic country. “the misuse of cyberspace poses a significant threat to national peace, security, and social cohesion”
Clearly, these ministers are yearning for control of thought and control of speech. They are in the wrong space. North Korea is calling