The Witchcraft Act Cap. 90: Understanding the Offence and Penalties
In many jurisdictions, including Zambia, the Witchcraft Act Cap. 90 is a legislation that aims…
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The Legal Significance of Silence: Understanding Consent and Acceptance
In law, silence is generally not considered a valid form of consent or acceptance. This…
The Doctrine of Public Interest, Safety, and Morality: A Legal Justification for State Action
The State’s authority to take certain courses of action is often grounded in the doctrine…
The Silence of the Law: Understanding the Burden of Proof
In the realm of law, silence can be ambiguous. When the law is silent about…
The Role of Customary Law in Zambia’s Legal System
*In Zambia, customary law plays a vital role in the country’s legal framework. As recognized…
The Role of Customary Law in Zambia’s Legal System
In Zambia, customary law plays a vital role in the country’s legal framework. As recognized…
Self-Defence in Zambian Law: When Running May Be the Safest Legal Option
In criminal law, self-defence is a recognised legal defence that allows a person to use…
Rethinking Justice: Rehabilitation Over Retribution in the Case Against the Death PenaltyIntroduction
The criminal justice system plays a crucial role in maintaining law and order by addressing…
The Abolition of the Death Penalty in Zambia: Is It Truly Final?
Introduction In 2022, Zambia made a landmark move by abolishing the death penalty through the…
Abolition of the Death Penalty in Zambia: A Landmark Legal Reform
Until recently, the offence of murder in Zambia carried the mandatory death penalty by hanging,…
Understanding the Legal Distinction Between Murder and Manslaughter Under Zambian Law
In Zambia, the unlawful killing of another human being is considered one of the most…
THE LEGAL PROFESSION’S OATH OF ALLEGIANCE IN ZAMBIA
*Introduction* In Zambia, every lawyer who wishes to practice law is required to take an…