We have a population of almost 19 million people in Zambia and can you imagine that only less than have of this have adequate access to the internet? Listen to this podcast!

You need to understand that advocacy online is the same advocacy offline. The digital space has changed, and there are many avenues of pushing for human rights too. Listen to this podcast!

The transformation of the digital age is both an advantage and disadvantage. For many, access to the internet provides easy access to information. However, to some, there is no standard way of what should go in and out of the digital space. There is a danger in this! Listen to the podcast to learn more!

Digital inclusion refers to the efforts and initiatives aimed at ensuring that all individuals and communities have equal access to and effective use of digital technologies, such as the internet, computers, and mobile devices. It is a concept that recognizes the importance of digital connectivity and digital literacy in enabling participation in today's digital society. Understand this in this episode of the podcast!

There a few principle we can grasp and capture on digital rights. These can help us enjoy our online spaces freely, openly, and fairly. Learn about them in this podcast!

Why do we need the access to information law? Learn about this in this podcast!

The security of individuals in cyberspace is a critical concern given the increasing reliance on digital technologies and the prevalence of cyber threats. Listen to this podcast! #OpenSpaceZM

In recent years, there has been an increasing recognition of the importance of protecting human rights online. Efforts are being made to develop policies, laws, and international frameworks that promote and safeguard human rights in the digital space. However, challenges remain, including issues such as online censorship, surveillance, cyberbullying, and privacy violations. Addressing these challenges requires ongoing collaboration between governments, civil society, technology companies, and individuals to create a safe and inclusive digital environment that respects and upholds human rights for all.

Digital rights governance in the information age refers to the set of principles, policies, and practices that regulate and protect the rights of individuals and organizations in the digital realm. It encompasses various aspects, including privacy, freedom of expression, intellectual property, access to information, and cybersecurity. In the information age, where digital technologies play a significant role in our daily lives, ensuring proper governance of digital rights is crucial to maintain a fair and secure digital environment. Listen to this podcast here!

Accountability and transparency are essential principles in various aspects of society, including government, organizations, and personal interactions. In this podcast, we take a look at some of the important pointers of holding to look out for in terms of accountability, and transparency especially for leaders in a democratic society for the digital landscape.

Human rights and technology governance are interconnected as technology increasingly shapes various aspects of our lives. Technology governance refers to the rules, policies, and frameworks that govern the development, deployment, and use of technology. It is essential to ensure that technology governance aligns with human rights principles to protect individuals' rights and promote a fair and inclusive society.

Privacy, safety, security, and protection are vital considerations when it comes to online platforms. As the digital landscape expands and more people engage in online activities, it becomes increasingly important to address these concerns.

Zambia does not have specific legislation dedicated solely to access to information. However, the Zambian Constitution guarantees freedom of expression, which includes the right to seek, receive, and impart information. Additionally, Zambia is a signatory to various international human rights instruments, such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which affirm the right to access information. It is also worth noting that there have been calls from civil society organizations and media freedom advocates in Zambia for the enactment of an Access to Information law. The introduction of such legislation would provide a dedicated legal framework for accessing government-held information and promote transparency and accountability. Click the link to listen to the podcast.

The Data protection acts provide a legal framework that promotes responsible data handling, protects individuals' privacy rights, and fosters trust in the digital environment. They are essential in balancing the benefits of data-driven technologies with the protection of individuals' personal information and ensuring that data processing is conducted in a manner that respects human rights and societal values. This is what we talk about in this podcast.

In this episode we talk about transparency and accountability in the digital space from stakeholders developing regulations that govern the digital space. We are talking about how key players in the sector should be involved in the consultancy process throughout implementation, and development.

In this episode, we talk about commitment to digital rights. Commitment to digital rights refers to the dedication and adherence to protecting and upholding the fundamental rights of individuals in the digital sphere. Digital rights encompass various aspects, including privacy, freedom of expression, access to information, and security, among others. In an increasingly interconnected world, where technology plays a central role in our lives, it is crucial to ensure that individuals' rights are respected and protected in the digital realm.

In this episode, we talk about human rights and technology governance and how they intersect in several ways, as advancements in technology have a profound impact on the enjoyment of human rights. Technology governance refers to the mechanisms, policies, and frameworks put in place to regulate and guide the development, deployment, and use of technology. When it comes to human rights, technology governance should ensure that technological innovations respect, protect, and promote fundamental human rights principles.

Public participation refers to the involvement of individuals, communities, and civil society organizations in decision-making processes that affect them and their broader society. It is a fundamental aspect of democratic governance and is essential for ensuring transparency, accountability, and legitimacy in policy-making and governance at various levels, including local, national, and international. In this podcast, we talk about how this affects the digital space.

Digital transparency in governance refers to the practice of making government activities, processes, and information accessible and understandable to the public in the digital realm. It involves leveraging technology to provide open and transparent access to government data, decision-making processes, and public services. By embracing digital transparency, governments can foster trust, accountability, and citizen engagement. Here are some key aspects of digital transparency for better governance. This is what we talk about in this episode of our podcast.

Absolutely! Human rights offline are inherently applicable to the online realm as well. The same fundamental human rights and freedoms that are protected in the offline world should be respected and upheld in the digital sphere. This principle is often expressed through the concept of "human rights online" or "digital rights." Our episode talks about this and many more around human rights in the digital space.

A public security information system is a comprehensive framework that facilitates the collection, management, analysis, and sharing of information related to public security and law enforcement. It is designed to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of public safety agencies, enable informed decision-making, and improve coordination among various stakeholders involved in maintaining public security.

How do you think information relating to you is handle? What happens that information and how is it shared? Listen to the podcast to understand more about this...

As a citizen, it is your right to know how, where and when your data is being processed. How often do you think about how information relating to you is handled?  What can you do if this information was handled incorrectly? #OpenSpaceZM

When people can speak out and speak for themselves, they are able to contribute directly to democracy.  Therefore, all voices must be heard. When we think of freedom of expression, we should remember the old adage; my rights end where yours begin. In this episode, we discuss the legal limits and extents of free expression and the impact it has on our democracy. #OpenSpaceZM

While platforms work to ensure that there are no cases of harmful content being posted, users also have a role to play in ensuring that platforms are safe for all. Users need to make sure that they fully understand the terms and conditions, and what the rules of the platform are. In this episode we discuss you can be part of combating harmful online content. #OpenSpaceZM

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. #OpenSpaceZM

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.  This is Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development Agency. #OpenSpaceZM

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. This is Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development Agency. #OpenSpaceZM

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. This is Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development Agency. #OpenSpaceZM

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. This is Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development agency.

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. This is Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development Agency.

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. This is Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development Agency.

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.  This is the Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development Agency. #OpenSpaceZM

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. This is Open Space Zambia podcast, bought to you by Bloggers of Zambia, in partnership with the German Development Agency. #OpenSpaceZM

Worldwide, over 50 countries have enacted access to information laws, meanwhile in Africa, 26 countries have enacted laws that allow for the access to information. Sustainable development goal number 16,  provides for the promotion of peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, and specifically under target 10 it ensures public access to information. In Zambia, the ATI bill has been in development for about 20 years.

How can activist, lawyers and journalists join forces to defend – and expand – freedom of expression on the Internet in the Tanzania and Zambia? Listen to the Global Podd's first episode of the podcast series Expanding the Space – The fight for freedom of expression in Tanzania and Zambia. The fight for ‘Freedom of expression’ is on both in Tanzania and Zambia. Laws and policies have been used to throttle these rights and freedoms. Discussing the topic is Richard Mulonga – digital rights activist, CEO at Bloggers of Zambia Bloggers of Zambia, Rebecca Ryakitimbo – Founder of KsGEN, a National Geographic-funded project, Asha Abinallah – activist in the intersection of Innovation, Technology and Digital Practices, founder of the ICT company Media Convergence, Achilleus Welamira – human rights Advocate of the superior Courts in Tanzania. The host is David Isaksson, editor of Global Bar Magazine. #OpenSpaceZM #OpenSpaceTZ

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss identifying perpetrators of misinformation.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss countering Misinformation.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss disinformation and voter apathy.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss how news shapes democracy.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss Covid-19 Fact Checking.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss the law and misinformation.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss media and information literacy.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss the media, women and internet.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss language barriers.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss the barriers to Digital Inclusion.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss countering abuse of female journalists.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss media, internet and disability.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss freedom of expression and misinformation.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss how to use Social Media Verification Tools.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss The Clear Line between Hate Speech and Freedom of Expression.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss Media Ethics and Misinformation.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss Misinformation and Electoral Violence.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss Censorship and How it Affects Public Trust.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss how to identify Misinformation.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss misinformation and electoral violence.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss utilizing digital tools during Covid 19.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss Balancing Human Rights and Misinformation

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called Fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy in Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss Fake News and How to Counter the Vice of Misinformation.

Bloggers of Zambia and Panos Institute Southern Africa are implementing a project called fighting Misinformation and Promoting Democracy In Zambia. This project is funded by Open Society Initiative. In this episode, we discuss the difference between Misinformation, Disinformation and Fake News. 

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE OPEN SPACE ZAMBIA PODCAST, WE DISCUSS HOW DIGITAL ACTIVISTS CAN CONTINUE TO REMAIN SAFE ONLINE #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS THE IMPACTS OF E-LERANING #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE OPEN SPACE ZAMBIA PODCAST, WE DISCUSS THE IMPACT THAT HAVING ACCESS TO THE INTERNET HAS  #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS THE DIGITAL RIGHTS THAT SHOULD BE AFFORDED TO EVERY CHILD #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE OPEN SPACE ZAMBIA PODCAST, WE DISCUSS THE IMPACTS THAT CENSORSHIP HAS ON THE INTERNET #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE OPEN SPACE ZAMBIA PODCAST, WE DISCUSS THE GENDER DIGITAL DIVIDE #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE OF THE OPEN SPACE ZAMBIA PODCAST WE DISCUSS HOW WE CAN DEFEND DIVERSE VOICES ONLINE. #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE OF OPEN SPACE ZAMBIA PODCAST WE DISCUSS CLIMATE CHANGE AND DIGITAL RIGHTS. #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE OF OPEN SPACE ZAMBIA PODCAST WE DISCUSS HOW PRIVACY AND SURVELLEINCE RELATE TO ONE ANOTHER. #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS DISABILITY AND HOW ACCESSIBLE FOR THEM #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS PHISING ONLINE AND HOW TO IT IS A SECURITY HAZARD. #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS WHAT TO DO IN AN EVENT OF AN INTERNET SHUTDOWN  #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT AND HOW TI NEGATIVELY AFFECTS CONTENT CREATORS. #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS THE WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY 2021 WHICH FALLS ON MAY 3RD.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS INTERNET SURVELLIANCE AND CENSORSHIP AND HOW MODERN TECHNOLOGY IS FUELING THIS PROPAGANDA. #OPENSPACEZM

IN THIS EPISODE, WE ARE DISCUSSING GENDER AND INTERNET VIOLENCE AND HOW IT AFFECTS WOMEN.

THE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY IS A GLOBAL COMMEMORATION THAT FOCUSES ON WOMEN'S ACHIEVEMENTS WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION SUCH AS DIVISION OF RACE, REGION, ETHNICITY, POLITICS, AND SO ON. THE THEME FOR THE 2021 WOMEN'S DAY IS 'WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP' AND ACHIEVING EQUALITY IN COVID- 19 WORLD.

"Our Responsibility'' is a song on digital rights & security, the right to internet & the responsibilities that come with these freedoms. The author & singer of the song is Evangel Angel. A multi-talented youth activist who utilizes his art for advocacy. He is one of the POETS that were trained by Bloggers of Zambia in Lusaka on Digital Security. The training was on how to leverage online tools to promote freedom of expression creatively & innovatively for expansion of the democratic space. After the training, he presented this song. INNOVATE-AMPLIFY-ENGAGE, is using creative & innovative methods to promote citizen engagement through digital media & offline action to enhance governance processes & expand the democratic space.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS PRIVACY AND SAFETY AND HOW ONE CAN REMAIN SAFE AND PROTECTED THE INTERNET.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE ARE LOOKING AT THE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY STANDARDS AND EXPOUND ON WHAT THESE STANDARDS ARE.COMMUNITY STANDARDS ARE STANDARDS THAT GOVERN PEOPLE’S IDEAS ABOUT WHAT IS ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOUR WITHIN A GROUP OF INTERNET USERS THAT JOIN A SPECIFIC WEBSITE OR IN THIS CASE, THE FACEBOOK COMMUNITY.