IBA Clarifies on Banned Political Campaign Songs

Zambia : IBA refutes alleged ban on political songs

The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has refuted reports circulating on social media alleging that it has banned political campaign songs from playing on broadcasting stations. In a statement issued to the media in Lusaka today, IBA Director General, Webster Malido, stated that the authority has no jurisdiction to ban songs in the country. Mr Malido […]

IBA Clarifies It Has Not Banned Political Campaign Songs.

IBA Clarifies It Has Not Banned Political Campaign Songs. IBA DISMISSES CLAIMS OF POLITICAL SONG BAN The Independent Broadcasting Authority –IBA- has dismissed claims circulating on social media that it has banned political campaign songs, saying the Authority has no legal mandate to prohibit music in Zambia. IBA Director General WEBSTER MALIDO says the Authority […] The post IBA Clarifies It Has Not Banned Political Campaign Songs. first appear…

IBA issues election content guidance, says it has not banned political songs

THE Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has issued guidance to broadcasters on election-related content, but says it has not banned political campaign songs. IBA Director General Webster Malido said Friday the authority has no jurisdiction to ban songs in Zambia. He issued the clarification after reports circulated on social media alleging a ban. “However, in line […] The post IBA issues election content guidance, says it has not banned pol…

IBA clarifies on banned political campaign songs

The Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging that it has banned political campaign songs ahead of Zambia’s election period. In a statement,IBA Director General Webster Malido said the authority does not have the mandate to ban songs in Zambia, but only regulates broadcasting services to ensure compliance with broadcasting standards and regulations. “The IBA has no jurisdiction to ban son…