Judiciary of Zambia - Lusaka

The Judiciary of Zambia is an independent arm of the government. Under clause 118 (2) of the Constitution, in exercising judicial authority, the courts shall be guided by the following principles:

(a) justice shall be done to all, without discrimination;
(b) justice shall not be delayed;
(c) adequate compensation shall be awarded, where payable;
(d) alternative forms of dispute resolution, including traditional dispute resolution mechanisms, shall be promoted, subject to clause (3);
(e) justice shall be administered without undue regard to procedural technicalities; and
(f) the values and principles of this Constitution shall be protected and promoted.