GOVERNMENT has revised the controversial Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Bills after consultations with civil society organisations, leading to changes that address human rights concerns. The revisions, now endorsed by civil society groups, are set to be resubmitted to Parliament today. In a press briefing held yesterday, at the Ministry of Technology and Science, Permanent Secretary Brilliant Habeenzu explained that the bills had undergone significant amendments following feedback from various stakeholders, particularly civil society groups. Habeenzu emphasised the government’s commitment to ensuring that the proposed laws balance national security with individual freedoms. “Following the consultations, eight clauses in the bills were amended to streamline the reporting timeline, refine oversight mechanisms for interception of devices, and ensure penalties and procedures balance...