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The Zambia National Farmers Union (ZNFU) has appealed to the government to withdraw the proposed Lands and Deeds Registry (Amendment) Bill, N.A.B. 13 of 2025 from Parliament immediately and to initiate a transparent consultation process.
The Union noted with serious concern that the proposed Lands and Deeds Registry (Amendment) Bill, N.A.B. 13 of 2025, was drafted without consulting farmers—despite being the most affected stakeholders.
ZNFU President, Jevis Zimba, in a statement issued in Lusaka on Wednesday said the consultation should be with all stakeholders, including the farming community.
“The Union welcomes President Hakainde Hichilema’s recognition of the ongoing land challenges at the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, particularly the issue of multiple titles and the toll land disputes are taking on farmers,” Zimba said.
He stated that this concern reflects the everyday reality for many in the agricultural sector.
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Zimba said the lack of engagement had led to deep dissatisfaction with the bill, especially the provision granting the Chief Registrar of Lands powers to cancel Certificates of Title.
“Farmers view this as a threat to land security, which is the foundation of agricultural investment and financing,” he stated.
Zimba said the provision, if enacted without adequate safeguards and broad-based consultation, risked eroding confidence in the land administration system.
He encouraged meaningful engagement which was essential to ensurjng that any amendments protected the integrity of land ownership while addressing current challenges.
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