Legal Framework & Governance
The Electoral Commission of Zambia is an independent and autonomous Electoral Management Body (EMB) governed by statute.
Primary Legislation
The Constitution of Zambia (Amendment) Act, No. 2 of 2016
Supreme law establishing the foundational mandate of the Commission.
The Electoral Process Act No. 35 of 2016
Contains the Electoral Code of ConductThe Electoral Commission of Zambia Act No. 25 of 2016
Regulates the administration, operations, and functions of the Commission.
The Electoral Commission of Zambia Amendment Act No. 5 of 2019
Statutory adjustments and amendments to the primary ECZ Act.
Referendum Act No. 5 of 2015
Governs the legislative guidelines and execution of national referendums.
And various regulations such as:
Downloads & Voter Statistics
Official datasets, polling district listings, legislative bills, and strategic frameworks.
Commission Reports & Publications
Electoral reform findings, statutory annual reviews, and health safety procedures.
Reform Report
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REPORT OF THE ELECTORAL REFORM TECHNICAL COMMITTEE - 2025
Full recommendations and findings of the 2025 technical committee on legal and operational reforms.
Health Guidelines
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Standard Operating Procedures on COVID - 19
Health safety protocols and procedures applied across voter registration and field activities.
Election Outcomes
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Election Reports
Comprehensive post-election analysis, returns, and statistical reviews of past general and by-elections.
Statutory Filings
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Annual Reports
Official annual operational reviews, financial statements, and institutional progress submissions.