Open Space Zambia Podcast

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, accountabi...

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 d...

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 se...

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 podca...

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

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. Bloggers of Zambia is bringing you messages on digital rights and democracy in Zambia, in partn...

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 b...

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...

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.