President Hichilema Appoints Technical Committee to Consult the People and Draft Constitutional Amendments

2nd October, 2025, Lusaka – President Hakainde Hichilema has, in exercise of the powers vested in him pursuant to Article 92(1), 92(2)(f) and 92(2)(j) of the Constitution of the Republic of Zambia, appointed 25 members to the Technical Committee to widely consult the People and draft amendments to the Constitution of the Republic of Zambia.

Committee Composition

The Technical Committee comprises eminent Zambians from diverse professional, social, religious and community backgrounds — including a former Supreme Court of Zambia Judge, legal experts, academics, diverse faith leaders, traditional leaders and several members from civil society.

Committee Members

1. Rtd Supreme Court Judge Christopher Sichimwa Mushabati - Chairperson
2. Dr. Landilani Banda – Vice Chairperson and Spokesperson
3. Dr. Felicity Kalunga
4. Ms. Eva Jhala
5. Mr. Douglas Tambulukani
6. Dr. Vanny Munyumbwe
7. Dr. Bishop David Masupa
8. Mrs Isabel Mutembo Mukelabai
9. Mrs. Grace Sinkamba
10. Mr. Isaac Mwanza
11. Mr. Guess Nyirenda
12. Mr. Ngande Mwanajiti
13. Mr. Rabbson Chongo
14. Ms. Ruth Kay Kangwa
15. Mr. Waliuya Wamundila
16. HRH Chief Chamuka
17. HRH Chief Nyampande
18. Mrs. Doreen Kabwe
19. Mr. Gregory Chifire
20. Father Cletus Mwilla
21. Bishop Paul Mususu
22. Rev Ackson Banda
23. Apostle Charles Ndandula
24. Mufti Ikram Sanaullah
25. Mr. Kamlesh Shah

Legal and Technical Support

Legal and Drafting Experts

The Committee will be supported by:

1. Mrs. Mwewa Bwalya – Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice
2. Mrs. Doris Katebe Mwiinga
3. Mrs. Hope Chanda – ZLDC
4. Mr. Chola Mwewa
5. Mr. Bubbala Chibonta – Chief Parliamentary Counsel, Ministry of Justice

Technical Support

The President has further instructed Smart Zambia and the Zambia Information and Communications Authority (ZICTA) to provide seamless digital platforms and ICT support to the Technical Committee as it undertakes its work.

About the Appointments

These appointments follow engagement and dialogue with civil society, traditional leaders, religious leaders and a wide range of stakeholders.

The Technical Committee is expected to prepare a programme of work and engage in wide-ranging consultations, with more details to be provided in due course.

Presidential Call to Action

The President calls on all citizens, civil society organisations, political parties, traditional leaders, and every stakeholder to engage constructively and boldly with this process. Only a truly people-driven process can yield a Constitution that strengthens national unity, enhances inclusivity, and responds faithfully to the aspirations of all Zambians.

Issued by:

Clayson Hamasaka

CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

STATE HOUSE

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