Can a losing candidate in Zambia be appointed to any position?

Can a losing candidate in Zambia be appointed to any position? No, according to the amended Zambian Constitution in 2016, which was assented to by President Edgar Changwa Lungu a losing candidate for an elective office such as President, vice president, member of Parliament, or Councillor is not elligible for certain appointment during the term of that National Assembly or council. By constitution contained in Clause 55 of the current Amended Constitution under sub-title, Losing Candidate Not…

Can a losing candidate in Zambia be appointed to any position?

No, according to the amended Zambian Constitution in 2016, which was assented to by President Edgar Changwa Lungu a losing candidate for an elective office such as President, vice president, member of Parliament, or Councillor is not elligible for certain appointment during the term of that National Assembly or council.

By constitution contained in Clause 55 of the current Amended Constitution under sub-title, Losing Candidate Not Eligible for Certain Appointment stipulates thus; “A candidate who loses an election as a President, Vice-president, Member of Parliament or Councillor is not eligible during the term of that National Assembly or Council for appointment.

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