Click Here & Upgrade PDF Complete Expanded Features Unlimited Pages Documents This function has impact on the performance of radio and TV broadcasting in the country. However, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Services has been undertaking the regulatory function until recently. As part of the restructuring in the broadcasting sub-sector, the Independent Broadcasting Authority Act of 2002 provides for regulation of broadcasting outside the Ministry. Therefore, the functions of CAZ and IBA in the sector need to be harmonised taking into account the already converging telecommunications and broadcasting markets such as internet radio broadcasting and online content publishing. Some of the challenges that need to be addressed include: (a) The regulation of converging technologies, markets and services within the context of compartmentalised regulatory frameworks for telecommunications, broadcasting and other sub-sectors; (b) Institutional capacity to support the regulation of dynamic and fast technology oriented market; (c) Definition of clear roles and responsibilities among key players including policy makers, regulators and operators; (d) Addressing Intellectual Property issues amidst inadequate legal framework on copyright, trademarks, patents etc; (e) Inadequate capacity to deal with complex matters such as security of information systems, cyber crime, misuse of ICTs etc. 2.13 SECURITY IN THE INFORMATION SOCIETY In general, one of the greatest concerns in connected societies is security of information passing through networks and systems such as computers, financial transactions, health records etc. As Zambia embraces ICTs, more security concerns and abuse shall arise if no counter measures are put in place. Already, Zambia has experienced cases of misuse of ICTs especially with respect to corrupting website content. The proliferation of Internet and other ICT applications will also create opportunities for misuse. However, with measures such as implementing security policies, laws and technology solutions aimed at securing information, networks and systems, the impact can be mitigated. Therefore, every effort shall be made to ensure that as the country adopts, implements and uses ICTs in all spheres of life, security measures are put in place to minimise negative impacts on society at large. Specific challenges include: 17