Children’s Code Act, 2022 | Act 12 of 2022 — Zambia law | Esheria

Children’s Code Act, 2022

This Act may be cited as the Children’s Code Act, 2022.

Jurisdiction
Zambia
Instrument
Act or statute
Citation
Act 12 of 2022
Version
11 Aug 2022
Language
en
Official source
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Statute overview

About this statute

This Act may be cited as the Children’s Code Act, 2022. This section defines many terms used in the Act. A child's best interest must be treated as the main concern in matters about the child. In matters relating to children, the listed principles must be applied, including best interests, life and development, non-discrimination, and respecting children’s participation and views. A child has an inherent right to life, dignity, and respect, and the State and family must ensure the child’s survival and development.

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