Zambia: Understanding Hakainde Hichilema’s transition from reformist to  despot – The Mail & Guardian

Zambia: Understanding Hakainde Hichilema’s transition from reformist to  despot – The Mail & Guardian

The fear of losing power — and the financial and political benefits that come with it — after only one term in office is evident in President Hakainde Hichilema’s increasingly panicky and politically suicidal decisions.  At the heart of this clear expression of political insecurity is Hichilema’s realisation that he has failed to deliver many of his campaign promises and grown unpopular. This situation has left the president susceptible to defea…

Designing Resilient Institutions: Countering Democratic Backsliding in Asia

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Zambia : LAZ Set to Mount Legal Challenge Against Cyber Laws, Warns of Democratic Backslide

LAZ Set to Mount Legal Challenge Against Cyber Laws, Warns of Democratic Backslide In a major constitutional showdown, the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has vowed to challenge the recently enacted Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes legislation in the High Court, warning that key provisions threaten fundamental rights and could severely erode Zambia’s democratic institutions. […]

Furore over Zambia cyber security laws - CAJ News Africa

from ARNOLD MULENGA in Lusaka, ZambiaZambia BureauLUSAKA, (CAJ News) – THE enactment of the Cyber Crimes Act and Cyber Security Act has sent shockwaves in Zambia. Non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and the United States, have expressed concern, arguing this will stifle criticism against the government. The administration of President Hakainde Hichilema is unmoved despite pushback. It argues the laws are to enhance Zambia’s cyberspace. “Cyber…

LAZ to Challenge New Cyber Laws in Court, Cites Threat to Democracy and Free Press - The Zambian Observer

LAZ to Challenge New Cyber Laws in Court, Cites Threat to Democracy and Free Press By Infinity Media Hub The Law Association of Zambia (LAZ) has sounded the alarm over the recently enacted Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Acts, warning that the laws threaten constitutional freedoms and undermine the country’s democratic foundations. In a strongly […] The post LAZ to Challenge New Cyber Laws in Court, Cites Threat to Democracy and Free Press first…