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Customary Law
Zambia
- English1. This Constitution is the supreme law of the Republic of Zambia and any other written law, customary law and customary practice that is inconsistent with its provisions is void to the extent of the inconsistency.
… (Art. 1)
Customary Law
Zambia
- English...
2. In exercising judicial authority, the courts shall be guided by the following principles:
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d. alternative forms of dispute resolution, including traditional dispute resolution mechanisms, shall be promoted, subject to clause (3);
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3. Traditional dispute resolution mechanisms shall not—
a. contravene the Bill of Rights;
b. be inconsistent with other provisions of this Constitution or other written law; or
c. be repugnant to justice and morality. (Art. 118)
Customary Law
Zambia
- English1. Land shall be delimited and classified as State land, customary land and such other classification, as prescribed.
… (Art. 254)