ADHERE TO THE LAW OF THE LAND AND DESIST FROM BEING USED BY PERPETRATING HATE SPEECH-MWEETWA
Minister of Information and Media and Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa says broadcasting stations should adhere to the law of the land and should desist from being used by perpetrating hate speech.
officiating at the Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) capacity building training for broadcasting stations based in Eastern province, Mr. Mweetwa said broadcasting stations should also not be used as platforms for spreading falsehoods, instead, they must uphold integrity by providing accurate information.
And the Chief Government Spokesperson reminded broadcasting houses to always be weary of individuals making unsubstantiated claims during interviews noting that they must justify their assertions before they are aired.
He said Government will not shut down any broadcasting station for political reasons because it is committed to uphold freedom of expression and supports a diverse media landscape.
Mr. Mweetwa noted that broadcasting stations should exhibit professionalism and uphold journalism ethics.
He further urged broadcasting stations to take advantage of the suspension of excise duty on importation of broadcasting equipment, which runs up to 31st December, 2026.
Mr. Mweetwa noted that Government is aware of the economic challenges being faced by the broadcasting industry, and will soon introduce a Credit Window through the Bank of Zambia which they can use to import all the necessary equipment they desire.
He said Government is alive to the fact the media has not been spared by the effects of the drought and it is doing everything possible to mitigate the effects of the draught.
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