He further cautioned media organisations against publishing misinformation or disinformation, saying responsible journalism is essential during the electoral period. He said the country has entered a critical period hence the media should ensure that their reporting does not fuel tension or confusion. Mr Kawana also reminded media houses that the Electoral Commission of Zambia (ECZ) is the only official body mandated to announce election results. He further advised media organisations to refrain from broadcasting or publishing unofficial election tallies and instead rely solely on results officially released by the ECZ. Mr Kawana warned that publishing unofficial results, including exit polls or figures based on Parallel Vote Tabulation (PVT), could create unnecessary confusion among the public.