23/07/2026
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PRESS STATEMENT
For Immediate release
23rd July 2026
NGOCC CONDEMNS THE PRODUCTION AND CIRCULATION OF OBSCENE MATERIAL ALLEGEDLY INVOLVING A SOCIAL MEDIA PERSONALITY.
The Non-governmental Gender Organisations' Coordinating Council (NGOCC) has noted with grave concern reports circulating on social media regarding obscene material allegedly produced by a named female social media personality. We wish to place on record our strongest condemnation of the production and circulation of such material, which is contrary to the law and the moral values our society holds dear.
As an organisation that champions the dignity, rights and wellbeing of women and girls, NGOCC is deeply troubled by the ease with which obscene content can be produced and spread across social media platforms. Such content often has devastating and lasting consequences for those involved particularly young people who may not fully appreciate the long-term impact of their actions.
We therefore call upon members of the public, particularly parents and guardians, to strengthen their role in guiding children and young people towards responsible conduct both online and offline. Families remain the first and most important foundation for nurturing values, discipline and responsible digital citizenship among young people.
NGOCC further urges men, and young women to uphold high moral decorum in all their conduct, both online and offline. The quest for fame and social media popularity should never be allowed to cloud judgement or lead to decisions that dent and destroy lives, reputations and future careers.
We urge the Zambia Police Service to swiftly and thoroughly investigate this matter and bring to book any persons found culpable, in accordance with the law. Perpetrators of such acts must be held accountable, as impunity only emboldens further violations of societal morals and, where applicable, the rights of those exploited.
As NGOCC we remain committed to working with all stakeholders, including law enforcement, parents, faith communities and civil society, to safeguard the moral fabric of our nation and protect the dignity of women, girls and all citizens.
ISSUED
For/NGOCC
Ms. Anne Mbewe-Anamela
NGOCC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
