Transport and Communications Minister Brian Mushimba has assured Zambians that their privacy is secured following the decision by cabinet to approve in principle, the introduction of the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Bill.

The bill will repeal and replace certain parts, clauses and sections contained in the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act No. 21 of 2009.

Mr. Mushimba has told journalists in Lusaka that the Bill will promote an increased cybersecurity posture; facilitate intelligence gathering, investigation, prosecution and judicial processes in respect of preventing and addressing cybercrimes, cyber terrorism and cyber warfare against the sovereign Republic of Zambia.

He says the Bill will authorise the taking of measures to ensure cyber security in Zambia, facilitate the establishment of the Zambia National Cyber Security Agency (ZNCSA) that will serve as the highest coordination centre for all matters related to cybersecurity at national and international levels.