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Hundreds of protesters with signs and flags in front of a capital building.
People in Mpulungu, Zambia. Editorial credit: Robin Nieuwenkamp / Shutterstock.com

Zambia

The government regularly invokes the law to restrict freedom of expression and ban peaceful demonstrations and meetings, while the opposition faces onerous legal and practical obstacles in their operations.

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Freedom in the World — Zambia Country Report

Zambia is rated Partly Free in Freedom in the World, Freedom House's annual study of political rights and civil liberties worldwide.
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In the high-stakes battle between states and technology companies, the rights of internet users have become the main casualties. Illustration by Mitch Blunt

Freedom on the Net— Zambia Country Report

Zambia is rated Partly Free in Freedom on the Net, Freedom House's comprehensive study of internet freedom around the globe.

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News & Perspectives on Zambia

Zambia: President-elect Must Reverse Predecessor’s Democratic Backslide, Protect Freedom of Expression, and Refrain from State-Sanctioned Violence

Press release

August 18, 2021

Report Reveals Attacks against Freedom of Association in Many African Countries

Press release

May 13, 2019

Zambia: Government Suspends Three Broadcasters Post-Election

Press release

August 22, 2016

As Elections Near, Zambia Faces Rising Violence

Perspectives

July 28, 2016

Zambia: Government Suspends Election Campaigns

Press release

July 11, 2016

Zambia: Attacks Against Foreign Nationals Add to Tensions

Press release

April 19, 2016