Institution of chieftaincy and traditional institutions

Jurisdiction: Zambia
Provision: 165
Source language: English
Recorded status: in force

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Institution of chieftaincy and traditional institutions (1) The institution of chieftaincy and traditional institutions are guaranteed and shall exist in accordance with the culture, customs and traditions of the people to whom they apply. (2) Parliament shall not enact legislation which— (a) confers on a person or authority the right to recognise or withdraw the recognition of a chief; or (b) derogates from the honour and dignity of the institution of chieftaincy.

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Constitution of Zambia Act, 1991 · media.zambialii.org · Retrieved 18 August 2026.

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