STATE OF THE MEDIA IN ZAMBIA 4.3.2 Violation of Public Freedom of Expression Various stories suggesting violation of freedom of expression by both government officials and the public increased in the last quarter. Information from news and speculations were published online by various members of society among them politicians. On 3rd October, the Zambia Daily Mail quoted Home Affairs Minister Stephen Kampyongo urging Zambians and politicians to desist from publishing statements that are not true34. Minister of Home Affairs Stephen Kampyongo has urged politicians to stop tarnishing government‟s image by giving Zambians false information on various national issues. Mr. Kampyongo said it is unfortunate that false stories are being peddled against government on social media. Another case of abuse of freedom of expression, which also bordered on attack on the media, involved the Siavonga District Commissioner, who interrupted a live broadcast in a bid to be given chance to be on air. On 30th October, Zambian Observer quoted MiSA expressing disappointment in the action of the DC35. The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MiSA) Zambia is disappointed with the attack on Kariba FM by Siavonga District Commissioner Mr Lovemore Kanyama, on a radio station situated in Southern Province. According to reports reaching MISA Zambia, the Siavonga District Commissioner interrupted a Live Radio Programme and forced himself on air on allegations that one caller had insulted him. 34 Zambia Daily Mail – Stop Giving False Information- False Stories Being Peddled Against Government On Social Media – 3rd October, 2018 35 Zambian Observer – Attacks on Kariba FM, Caller Unconstitutional – MISA – 30th October, 2018 22