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The Zambian Cabinet has approved the publication and introduction of two key bills in Parliament: the Closed-Circuit Television Public Protection Bill, 2025 and the Non-Governmental Organisations Bill, 2025.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by Chief Government Spokesperson Cornelius Mweetwa, the government outlined the objectives of the CCTV Bill, which aims to regulate the installation and use of closed-circuit television (CCTV) and mobile CCTV systems.
Mweetwa said the Bill also seeks to establish the National Public Security Command Centre and the National Public Security Command Committee, alongside defining their functions.
He said the legislation aimed to address concerns around privacy and data protection, as the absence of a legal framework has raised issues in the use of surveillance technology.
Mweetwa explained that was designed to ensure data protection, align with international best practices, and enhance national security.
“Cabinet indicated that the lack of a legal framework governing CCTV systems had led to concerns over privacy and data protection,” Mweetwa said.
He said: “The Bill will help regulate CCTV use and ensure it aligns with international standards for reducing crime.”
Mweetwa stated that the NGO Bill, also approved by Cabinet, seeks to restructure the regulation of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Zambia.
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He stated that the bill proposed the renaming of the Office of the Registrar of NGOs to the Department of Non-Governmental Organisations and providing a clearer framework for their registration, licensing, and coordination.
The Bill will strengthen the self-regulation of NGOs and enhance transparency, accountability, and performance.
“Cabinet has observed that the current regulatory framework for NGOs is inadequate in ensuring their effective contribution to national development,” Mweetwa noted.
He added that once enacted, the Bill would create an environment conducive for NGOs to actively participate in national development, thereby improving their service delivery to the public.
Both Bills are expected to be introduced in Parliament for further debate and eventual enactment into law.
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