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Government has described the passage of Constitution of Zambia (Amendment) Bill No. 7 of 2025 by Parliament as a clear demonstration of the country’s vibrant and functioning democracy.
Chief Government Spokesperson, Cornelius Mweetwa, said the manner in which the Bill was debated, scrutinised and ultimately passed reflected the maturity of Zambia’s democratic system and a collective commitment to constitutionalism and good governance.
In a statement issued in Lusaka on Tuesday, Mweetwa said the process produced no winners or losers, but rather affirmed democratic principles.
“In this process, there were no winners or losers; rather, democracy itself has prevailed, and the people of Zambia remain the ultimate beneficiaries,” he said.
Mweetwa expressed gratitude to the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ), the Non-Governmental Organisations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC), the Church and other civil society organisations for their continued engagement in governance matters.
“Government further wishes to express its deep-felt gratitude and indebtedness to the Law Association of Zambia (LAZ), the Non-Governmental Organizations’ Coordinating Council (NGOCC), the Church, and other civil society organisations for their continued engagement and contribution to the governance of our country,” he said.
He said their submissions, advocacy and public engagement were an essential pillar of the country’s democratic system, and encouraged institutions and organisations to continue providing checks and balances.
“It must be stated that constructive criticism, oversight, and civic engagement strengthen our democracy and help ensure that the government remains accountable to the people,” Mweetwa said.
Mweetwa further said women and young people had emerged as key beneficiaries of the constitutional amendment process, with their aspirations for inclusion and representation being recognised.
He appealed for calm and unity as the country awaited the next stage of the process, including presidential assent.
“We, therefore, appeal to all Zambians to continue maintaining peace, unity, and calmness as the country awaits the next stage of the process, culminating into the assenting to the Bill by the President,” he said.
Mweetwa said the peaceful conduct demonstrated throughout the process was commendable and should be sustained, adding that government remained committed to democratic values, the rule of law and inclusive governance.
Some members of the opposition attacked the outcomes of parliamentary debates that have birthed Bill 7, now waiting for assent by President Hakainde Hichilema.
Parliament passed Bill 7 with 135 members voting in favour.
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