THE Lusaka Magistrate Court has ordered that the Facebook page operating under the name Bukata be immediately taken down unless both her parents agree to keep it active.
The ruling was made by Resident Magistrate Kawama Mwamfuli in a custody case between Prudence Nakamba known as Mwizukanji and Elton Mulenga alias Yo Maps, who were both granted joint custody of the child.
The dispute arose after Yo Maps applied to vary a 2022 consent order, seeking primary custody of the child.
He claimed that he had only had access to Bukata once in the last three years and expressed concerns over her upbringing in her mother’s home.
The musician also raised concerns about a TikTok video in which his child allegedly used vulgar language.
Mwizukanji on the other hand opposed the application, stating that she had never denied the father access to his daughter and that the child, who lives with her and her siblings, required daily care and affection.
She argued that there was no evidence of abuse, neglect or unfitness on her part and that she provided a stable and supportive environment for the child.
In her ruling, Magistrate Mwamfuli dismissed Yo Map’s application for full custody, noting that the mother’s home environment was safe and that the single TikTok incident did not prove inadequate supervision or care.
Magistrate Mwamfuli further directed that Bukata’s image should only be posted on social media with the consent of both parents.
The Magistrate ruled that if Bukata’s image was to be used for any commercial use, then Yo Maps and Mwizukanji would have to agree and deposit the money in a trust account for the child’s benefit.
“In respect of social media, the child’s image shall only be posted after both parties are in agreement that she be posted. Further, any page that is currently being run by either party to be immediately taken down unless
both parties consent that the page should remain active,” ruled the Magistrate.
“The commercial use of the child’s image shall require the consent of both parties and any monetary benefits derived to be reserved in a trust for the sole benefit of the child. The joint custody shall be in place until the child attains the age of eighteen.”
Magistrate Mwamfuli ordered the parents to fully cooperate in the best interests of their daughter and that the custody and access arrangements may be reviewed if there is a material change in circumstances affecting the child’s welfare.
By Catherine Pule
Kalemba, October 19, 2025
