Bloggers of Zambia and Bloggers Association of Kenya have demanded for the protection and promotion of digital rights as the continent commemorates Africa Freedom Day tomorrow.
Bloggers of Zambia Chief Executive Officer Richard Mulonga has called on African governments to uphold their commitments to international human rights standards, including the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
He said despite the progress made in advancing digital rights across Africa, significant challenges persist, threatening to undermine the principles of freedom and democracy.
Mr Mulonga has urged governments to respect and protect the right to freedom of expression both online and offline, by allowing individuals to express their opinions, share information, and engage in public discourse.