At the just concluded Pan African Network for Artistic Freedom (PANAF) Summit on February 9th and 10th, Fumba Chama, better known as Pilato and currently the Permanent Secretary in Zambia’s Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Arts, spoke passionately about the importance of letting artists express themselves freely.
Chama underscored the summit’s significance as a crucial platform for artists and policymakers alike. He emphasised that the event serves as an opportunity for artists to engage, connect, and share ideas on a continental scale.
He shared insights into positive changes happening in Zambia’s cultural scene, conveying that artistic freedom extends beyond personal expression, advocating for a broader call for economic freedom, particularly concerning copyright and royalty collection.
Commending the Zambian government’s progressive measures, Chama lauded the removal of defamation laws that had previously posed challenges for artists. This,