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The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Senate has unanimously approved a controversial referendum law that could open the way for changes to the country’s Constitution, intensifying a political debate over whether…
State Counsel Wynter Kabimba says the ruling United Party for National Development (UPND) risks suffering the same political fate as the former ruling Patriotic Front if it continues violating the…
By Aaron Ng’ambi In August of 2021, President Hakainde Hichilema entered office promising to defend the Constitution; his actions since then show nothing but a President who is testing how…
The controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 7 of 2025, scheduled for Second Reading on 15 December 2025, remains one of the most divisive legislative proposals in recent years. It has…
Human rights activist and defender, Laura Miti says she is against Bill 7 adding that she has been trying to convince President Hakainde Hichilema to see it that way. Miti…
By Hastings Khoji Chishete What if a constitutional change promising greater representation actually tightens the grip of those already in power? Zambia’s proposed Bill 7 aims to reshape our democracy—but…
The Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 7 of 2025 is non-existent, says renowned lawyer and Movement for National Renewal leader John Sangwa. He maintains that the Bill will only come into…
…..says genuine constitutional reforms must be led by Citizens. Solwezi……………November 30, 2025 Patriotic Front presidential aspirant Brian Mundubile has pledged that opposition MPs will ensure that the controversial Constitution Amendment…
The Oasis Forum has been challenged to clearly outline its agenda regarding its opposition to the ongoing constitution amendment process. While the Forum and its partners including the Council of…
By Dr Lubinda Habazooka Zambians don’t read, if a document is longer than four sentences, a Zambian will most likely never read it. About 60% of Zambians don’t even know…