Media Initiative for Women in Zambia

13/06/2026

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12/06/2026

A consortium of five Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has commended President Hakainde Hichilema for declining to assent to the Public Gatherings Bill ( PGB) and referring it back to Parliament for further consideration due to concerns over inconsistencies in the proposed legislation.
The CSOs have welcomed this decision and have urged the President to ensure that all concerns raised by stakeholders are comprehensively addressed before the Bill is returned for presidential assent. They maintain that any law governing public gatherings must uphold constitutional rights and freedoms, including the freedoms of assembly, association, and expression.
Read the full statement below for detailed insights into the consortium's position and recommendations regarding the Public Gatherings Bill.


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House Zambia
Assembly of Zambia
Rights Commission Zambia
Association of Zambia (LAZ)
-Governmental Gender Organisations' Coordinating Council (NGOCC)
One Foundation
International Zambia
Institute of Southern Africa (MISA Zambia)
Initiative for Women in Zambia
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09/06/2026

On 5th June 2026, Media Initiative for Women in Zambia (MIWOZ) Executive Director, Ms Hellen Mwale, was featured on ZAMCOM Radio in Lusaka, where she discussed the state of the media in Zambia during an interview conducted by veteran journalist Felistus Chipako.
The discussion provided an opportunity to reflect on the current media landscape and the important role of the media in promoting democracy, accountability, and inclusive development.
Ms Mwale also took the opportunity to introduce MIWOZ and share its mission with listeners. MIWOZ is a non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting the empowerment of women and girls and advancing gender equality through media and communication initiatives.
The organisation was established in response to the limited representation of women and girls in the Zambian media, a gap that has negatively affected their participation in democratic and governance processes, as well as their ability to claim their rights and access quality public services.
Through its work, MIWOZ seeks to strengthen and amplify the voices of women, girls, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), providing them with platforms to share their stories, challenges, aspirations, and successes.
📢 MOTTO: My Voice, My Power

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06/06/2026

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06/06/2026

A Green Community, A Green Zambia is Everyone's Responsibility

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

On June 5 in Lusaka, MIWOZ held an activity on Strethening Civic Advocacy and Local Engagement. Participants were privileged to be addressed by NGOCC Board Chairperson Ms Beauty Katebe. Listen through!

05/06/2026

DAY TWO OF THE MIWOZ STAKEHOLDERS' ENGAGEMENT MEETING: SCALE project.
Today marked the second and final day of the stakeholders' engagement meeting hosted by the Media Initiative for Women in Zambia (MIWOZ). Participants were privileged to engage with and learn from renowned gender and human rights activist, and NGOCC Board Chairperson, Ms Beatrice Katebe, who shared valuable insights on civic participation, governance, and the importance of safeguarding democratic processes.
Following the interactive session, Ms Katebe joined a photo session with MIWOZ Board Chairperson Ms Patty Mwase, MIWOZ Board Member Ms Mary Banda, MIWOZ Executive Director Ms Hellen Mwale, NGOCC Communications Lead Mr Samuel Mwanakatwe, JCTR Deputy Executive Director Fr Boyd Nyirenda, and representatives from various civil society organisations and human rights groups, including SACCORD, ADEG, PANOS, MISA Zambia, and others.
The two-day engagement focused on enhancing stakeholders' understanding of three critical pieces of legislation ahead of the 13 August 2026 General Election:
✅ Constitutional Amendment Act No. 13 of 2025
✅ Electoral Process Amendment Act No. 12 of 2026
✅ Public Gatherings Bill
As Zambia prepares for the 2026 General Election, informed citizens and stakeholders remain key to strengthening democracy, promoting accountability, and encouraging meaningful civic participation.

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