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The Zambia Law Development Commission (ZLDC) is a semi-autonomous Government grant aided institution

28/08/2026

𝗭𝗟𝗗𝗖 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝘁
Lusaka - 28th August 2026

The Zambia Law Development Commission (ZLDC) today held a Brainstorming Session on the Review of the Public Protector Act, No. 15 of 2016 with the Office of the Public Protector (OPP).

The session provided a platform for stakeholders to share their experiences, perspectives and reflections on the implementation of the Act, including the challenges encountered and areas that may require strengthening.

Speaking on behalf of the Director of the ZLDC, Manager Research and Law Reform, Ms. Lina Jere, highlighted the importance of a consultative approach to law reform. She emphasised that the review should consider not only the provisions of the Act, but also the practical experiences of those who implement, interact with and are affected by the law.

The discussions also explored ways of strengthening the effectiveness and accessibility of the Office of the Public Protector, particularly for members of the public who may face barriers in accessing its services.

The insights gathered during the session will contribute to the ongoing review of the Act and inform recommendations aimed at strengthening the legal framework governing the Office of the Public Protector.

20/08/2026

𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦, 𝗠𝗥. 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧!

The Zambia Law Development Commission warmly congratulates President-Elect Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election following the 2026 General Elections.

As Zambia embarks on another chapter, the Commission looks forward to continued collaboration in advancing progressive, responsive and people-centred legislation that strengthens good governance, promotes justice and contributes to Zambia’s socio-economic development.

Congratulations, Mr. President!

11/08/2026

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 | 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀

A look back at the 2025 National Law Conference on Law and Development, where stakeholders came together to explore a critical question: How can we achieve sustainable development while protecting our environment and embracing technology?

Under the theme “Sustainable Development: Integrating Environmental Management, Justice and Technology,” the conference brought together diverse voices to examine the intersection between law, environmental protection, access to justice and technological innovation.

🎥 Relive the highlights.

10/08/2026

“𝗙𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀, 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻…” — 𝗥𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘄𝗮-𝗡𝗱𝗵𝗹𝗼𝘃𝘂

This thought-provoking article explores youth participation in the law reform process and the need to build the next generation of reformers.

Part of ZLDC’s 30 Years, 30 Stories campaign, the series brings to light the Commission’s work over three decades and its engagement with the various stakeholders who contribute to the law reform process.

Read the full article which is also available for download on our website: www.zldc.org.

Or on this link
https://www.zldc.org/download/youth-participation-in-the-law-reform-process-ruth-kay-kangwa/

And look out for more stories as we continue celebrating 30 years of law reform as a Statutory body.

06/08/2026

𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄

The Zambia Law Development Commission (ZLDC), in collaboration with the Department of National Registration, Passport and Citizenship (DNRPC), officially launched the legal review of key legislation administered by the Department.

The inception meeting was graced by the Registrar General of the Department of National Registration, Passport and Citizenship, Mr. Davis Chikalanga, who served as Guest of Honour. In his remarks, he emphasised the need to harmonise the existing legal framework governing national registration, citizenship, passports, and civil registration into a modern, coherent system that keeps pace with technological and digital advancements. He also called for broad stakeholder consultations to ensure the reforms are practical, inclusive and responsive to the needs of the Zambian people.

The review will cover the National Registration Act, the Zambia Citizenship Act, the Passports Act and the Births and Deaths Registration Act, with the goal of strengthening identity management systems, improving service delivery and supporting national development through evidence-based law reform.

05/08/2026

Access the Simplified and Translated Versions of the Constitution of Zambia and Electoral Process Amendment Acts on our website: www.zldc.org

Visit our YouTube Channel (Zambia Law Development Commission) to access the audio version and the sign language version.

04/08/2026

📢 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗭𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗠𝗨𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 & 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗦!

Were you part of the 2024, 2025 or 2026 Zambia Parliamentary Model United Nations (ZAMPMUN) Conference?

Join us for our Virtual Impact Assessment Meeting as we reflect on the journey, celebrate the impact and shape the future of ZAMPMUN together.

Date: Wednesday, 5th August 2026
Time: 11:00hrs – 12:30hrs
Platform: Online - Zoom

Register your intention to participate here:
https://forms.gle/EMb5xYjCda615a7L8

🔗 Join the Zoom meeting using the link below: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87452891820?pwd=Wllk4hep2WiGArjkE4lIwP6uV0ba57.1

Meeting ID: 874 5289 1820
Passcode: 786372

Let's continue strengthening young voices in democracy and the law reform process.

We look forward to seeing you online!

03/08/2026

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘆!

Don't miss your final opportunity to visit the Zambia Law Development Commission stand at the Ministry of Justice Pavilion and discover how law reform is making the law more accessible to all and how law reform can foster trade and investment.

We look forward to welcoming you!

@30

02/08/2026

CONCERNED CITIZEN CALLS FOR REVIEW OF TRANSPORT LAWS TO PROMOTE TRADE AND INVESTMENT

A concerned citizen has called for a review of the laws governing Zambia's transport sector, stating that modern and responsive legislation is essential to support trade, investment and national economic growth.

Speaking when he visited the Zambia Law Development Commission (ZLDC) exhibition stand at the ongoing 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show, being held under the theme, "Fostering Trade and Investment”, he observed that the transport sector remains the backbone of commerce by facilitating the movement of goods and services across the country and beyond. However, he noted that challenges such as low remuneration for long-distance truck drivers and other constraints affecting the sector require policy or legal attention to improve efficiency, productivity and the welfare of transport workers.

As the 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show concludes tomorrow, ZLDC encourages members of the public to visit its exhibition stand under the Ministry of Justice Pavilion to share their views on laws that require review.

Public submissions remain important in ensuring that Zambia's laws are responsive to the country's evolving social and economic development needs.

#2026

01/08/2026

Our ZAMPMUN Ambassador, Mthunzi Lupaka, has a special message for you!
Take a moment to listen.

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Post/Physical Address: The Director, Zambia Law Development Commission, Zambia. Plot No. 24F, Cheetah Road Kabulonga, LUSAKA
Lusaka
P.OBOX34670

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+260955931639

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http://www.zldc.org/

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