The constitution amendment bill 2019, also known as bill no. Zambia draft constitution of the republic of zambia. The constitution of zambia was formally adopted in 1991 and amended in 2009 and last amended in 2016 references. The draft constitution adopted by the ncc shall be published for 60 consecutive days before further reaction from the public in their own localities. In line with these ideals, the constitution divides power between different organs of the state and prescribes means by which the organs limit the power.
National flag of the republic of zambia including white the emblem of 5 faz is a fish eagle standing on a football. Crcs, set up to prepare draft constitutions for consideration. Jan 08, 2016 constitution of zambia amendment act, no. The objective is to draft a document that covers these basic topics in a clear and concise manner. Dec, 2014 the change of position on the constitution by the pf in government brought about tension and heightened demands for a new constitution among civil society organisations, the church, political parties and ordinary citizens. We also need to sensitise them on the referendum, dr sikazwe said.
Introduction zambia was among the early adopters of the internet in subsaharan africa with the installation of dialup and satellite technology at the university of zambia in the early 1990s. This act may be cited as the constitution of zambia amendment act, 2019, and shall be read as one with the constitution of zambia, in this act referred to as the constitution. If you dont see any interesting for you, use our search form on bottom v. However, delays to voter registration led to it being postponed. Bill means a draft of a proposed law to be enacted by parliament. This document has been recompiled and reformatted using texts collected in international ideas. Draft constitution is progressive on gender equality. May 31, 2012 a draft constitution for zambia released last month by a governmentappointed technical committee has drawn criticism from an eminent lawyer because of insufficient debate and the absence of. The constitution further vests the sovereign authority of the state in the people of zambia to be exercised directly or through elected or appointed representatives or institutions. Jan 05, 2016 zambian leader edgar lungu signed into law constitutional changes setting new rules for general elections on aug.
The forum has sat for a total number of 16 days from the initial ten days that were provided for. The draft constitution was praised by all stakeholders and zambians hoped that they would at last get a constitution that would last the test of time. The sixth schedule of the draft new constitution prescribes that most provisions will come into force on the date of publication, but that some will become effective only on the day on which the president elected pursuant to the new constitution assumes office. The national flag and national anthem chapter ii fundamental principles of state policy 4. At present we have no intention for a zambian economist response to the ncc. September 2016 by the electoral commission of zambia. Vicepresident, election to office and swearing in 108. Government of zambia act national assembly of zambia. On the 15 th of january 2014 the zambian watchdog and lusaka times released a leaked copy of the final draft constitution which was reportedly handed to president sata one of president satas promises in the runup to his election in 2011 was the adoption of a new constitution. A person born in or outside zambia after the commencement of this constitution shall become a citizen of zambia at the date of his birth if on that date at least one of his parents is a citizen of zambia. These topic pages provide a quick overview and easy access to all content that can be found on ace for any give topic of interest weather encyclopaedia files, electoral materials, comparative data, consolidated replies, case studies, or other.
A draft constitution was eventually released in october 2014, though its path forward remains unclear amid the countrys political transition. Sample constitution for small voluntary organisations. Zambian draft constitution for android apk download. The 2010 draft constitution was presented to parliament in 2011, but failed the twothird vote. The constitution of zambia act, 1991 and the constitution in the schedule to. The national constitution conference is consulting on the draft constitution can now be accessed here. Zambias constitution of 1991 with amendments through. It is not surprising therefore that the constitution is among the major election issues in the 2015 presidential elections. The secretary in conjunction with all other officers shall then decide on the date of a meeting to discuss such proposals, giving at least four weeks 28 days clear notice.
Sample constitution for small voluntary organisations page 4 8 annual general meeting a the group shall hold an annual general meeting a. Review of the draft constitution for the republic of zambia. The constitution of the republic of the gambia a r r a n g e m e n t o f s e c t io n s section c h a p t e r i th e republ ic 1. The implications of zambia s draft constitution for maternal mortality january 2015 in zambia, induced abortion termination of pregnancy is legal when carried out by a registered medical practitioner who believes that continuing a pregnancy involves a risk to the life of the. The first draft constitution of zambia has been released for a 40 day consultation. Attorney general mumba malila dismissed public fears that the final draft constitution would be doctored if it would not be submitted to the president and the public simultaneously. Process the kariba draft was written during a clandestine meeting between the principal negotiators of zimbabwes three primary political parties. Constitution amendment act 2016 national assembly of zambia. The government has now published the draft constitution of zambia after persistent demands by civil society and other members of public. There have been varying voices on the document with some sections of society expressing doubt while others have embraced the process with confidence. The declaration of zambia as a christian nation is from the 1996 constitution. This constitution is the supreme law of the republic of zambia and any other written law, customary law and customary practice that is inconsistent with its provisions is void to the extent of the. President sata had promised to deliver a constitution with 90 days of assuming power on september 22, 2011 but now in his three years of governance the promise like many others has gone unfulfilled. Performance of executive functions during absence of president vicepresident 107.
Thereafter, the draft constitution will be presented to the parliamentary select committee on the constitution. Read online the draft constitution zambia online book pdf free download link book now. I participated in the printing and distribution of the final document and we worked with the foundation for democratic process to distribute the draft to all the districts in zambia. Impeachment of president for violation of constitution or gross misconduct 106. Laws of zambia part iii national values, principles and. Purpose what are the aims of the organization how will the organization function for whom does the organize exist whom does it benefit article iii. What is clear is that we are not going to have a new constitution before 2016 because the time has run out. The first and final drafts constitution of the republic of zambia. This is out of the principle that the ncc is a flawed process and a. Although president sata appointed a technical committee to draft the constitution, whose among the many terms of reference, was to release the. One of president satas promises in the runup to his election in 2011 was the adopt. The commission carried out its work over a period of over two years and submitted a report and draft constitution to the head of state.
Constitution of hlanganani ngothando organisation welfare organisation no. Zambias constitution of 1991 with amendments through 2016. It aims to please everyone rather than offer an intellectually sound position. This act may be cited as the constitution of zambia amendment act, 2015, and shall be read as one with the constitution of zambia, in thisact referred to as the constitution. Jan 15, 2014 1 where in this constitution an appointment to an office or the taking of a measure by the president is subject to ratification by the national assembly, the national assembly shall, in the sitting next after receipt of the request for ratification, give its ratification within twentyone days of the commencement of the sitting. He said the consultation period on the draft constitution would last for 40 days. For example the draft constitution now states that propaganda against christianity is not protected speech. The constitution may be printed and published by the government printer separately from this act, and the production of a copy of the constitution as printed is prima facie evidence in all courts and for all purposes of the constitution and. The constitution of the united states preamble we the people of the united states, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do. The constitution of an organization contains the fundamental principles which govern its operation. Ministry of justice release of the draft constitution. First impression is that there are certainly some interesting additions, but overall this looks to be a popular but not well thought through draft. On this page you can read or download zambian constitution 2016 pdf download in pdf format. The current draft constitution of zambia has published by grz in october 2014.
Ministry of justice release of the draft constitution national. Zambian constitution info page download the zambia constitution oct 2014, 2nd draft pdf file, 1. Let us go out and share what we have agreed here with our sisters so they can vote in favour of this draft constitution. Zambia s constitution of 1991 with amendments through 2016. This act may be cited as the constitution of zambia amendment act, 2016, and shall be read as one with the constitution of zambia, in this act referred to as the constitution. Persons entitled to apply to be registered as citizens 1 any person who a has attained the age of twentyone years. Zambian constitution info page zambia, africa at zambian. An analysis of zambias proposed constitutional amendments. Republic of zambia first draft report of the technical committee on drafting the zambian constitution the secretariat technical committee on drafting the zambian constitution government complex conference centre kamwala lusaka june, 2012. The constitution is amended bythe repeal of the preamble.
This site is like a library, you could find million book here by using search box in the header. The zaloumis electoral reforms committee was established in 2003 to, inter alia. Sample constitution the constitution of an organization contains the rules that govern the actions and activities of the group. The constitution of sierra leone, 1991 the constitution of sierra leone, 1991 act no. Draft constitution online national assembly of zambia pdf of draft doc. The bills adopted are the draft constitution of zambia amendment bill, 2019, the draft electoral process amendment bill, 2019, and the draft public order bill, 2019. Please note that this is a very simple, sample constitution, provided to assist groups in preparing their own, original constitution with more substance. A popular body could come up with a draft constitution that would be enacted by parliament and then be partly presented to zambian citizens in a referendum. Republic of zambia first draft constitution of the republic of zambia 30 the secretariat technical committee on drafting the zambian constitution government complex conference centre p. National flag and anthem c h a p t e r ii t h e c o n s t it u t io n a n d t h e l a w s 4.
National days chapter ii the constitution and the laws 6. The quest for a people driven constitution in zambia constitutionnet. For this reason, very little is known about the process that went into the creation of the draft. The drafting of the constitution of swaziland, 2005. Keeping to this promise, president sata appointed a technical committee to draft a new constitution on 16. The first draft of the constitution was made public on the 30th of april 2012 for the purposes of allowing 40 days for public consultations. President michael sata has dismissed assertions by some civil society organisations csos that he has already received the draft constitution. Comparative constitutions project, and distributed on. Subject to this act, the constitution shall come into operation on the date of assent by the president. A constitutional referendum was planned to be held in tanzania on 30 april 2015. How upnd and pf blocked last draft constitution zambia reports. Proposals for amendments to this constitution, or dissolution must be delivered to the secretary in writing.
On the 15th of january 2014 the zambian watchdog and lusaka times released a leaked copy of the final draft constitution which was reportedly handed to president sata. The implications of zambias draft constitution for. Whereas all the branches of government are the guardians of the constitution, it is necessary that the courts be the ultimate interpreters of the constitution. Acting in terms of that mandate, the nca launched the 1st draft on 28 september 2001 and thereafter the following events took place. Government to table all the provisions of the draft. The abbreviation of 6 the football association of zambia is faz. Whereas as a nation we desire to march forward progressively under our own constitution guaranteeing peace, order and good government, and the happiness and welfare of all our people. Oct 24, 2014 the government has now published the draft constitution of zambia after persistent demands by civil society and other members of public. Proposed draft constitution of the republic of the gambia arrangement of clauses preamble chapter i the republic and sovereignty of the people 1.
History of zambian constitutionpart v zambia daily nation. The ncc submitted its draft constitution in august, 2010. Zambian constitution changes set rules for august elections. May 7, 2012 zambia released a draft constitution on april 30, 2012, that has been praised for its provisions on freedom of the press. For the whole of october and november 2001, members of the public studied and debated the 1st draft constitution. Proposed 19 constitution amendment zambian democracy.
Final draft constitution will not be doctoredmalila. Justice minister ngosa simbyakula has said that the constitution amendment bill 2015 and the constitution of zambia bill 2015 will be published on saturday, 1st august, 2015. The document also contains a bill of rights and establishes a 50%plusone voting system for electing the president of the country. The members of the proposed popular body, which was to be called the national constitutional conference ncc, were to be nominated by the different interest groups instead of being elected. The draft constitution zambia online pdf book manual. All books are in clear copy here, and all files are secure so dont worry about it. The womens movement said the referendum provides the opportunity for the expansion and amendment of the bill of rights.
The constitution of zambia act, 1991 and the constitution in the schedule to that act, are repealed in so far as they form part of the laws of zambia. Sample constitution how will the organization function. If you intend to apply as a new organization, your application may be denied if you simply fill in the blanks and turn this in as a. Perhaps it is considered sufficient that an elite group draft a constitution and. Awareness of this problem turned a spotlight on provisions in the current draft constitution that deal with presidential powers. The committee would have a further two months to incorporate the views of the public into a draft constitution. We, the people of zambia by our representatives, assembled in our. Sample constitution xyz organization at etsu please read. Apr 30, 2012 he said the draft constitution has incorporated social, economic,cultural,religious and environmental rights. Download zambias new constitution as amended elias.
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