From 16th to 20th December, 2024, the Inter-Agency Coordination and Cooperation Framework, with support from the International Centre for Asset Recovery (Basel Institute on Governance) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), hosted a workshop at Protea Hotel Safari Lodge in Chisamba. This workshop convened representatives from eight critical institutions – namely, the National Prosecution Authority, the Drug Enforcement Commission, the Anti-Corruption Commission, the Office of the President – Special Division, the Zambia Revenue Authority, the Attorney General’s Chambers, the Accountant General’s Office, and the Bank of Zambia – to collaboratively draft a National Policy on the Recovery and Management of Assets in Zambia. The workshop’s primary objective was to develop a National Policy on the Recovery and Management of Assets. This marks a historic milestone, as Zambia currently has no such unified framework in place. For

The National Prosecution Authority (NPA) marked the end of 2024 with the first ever DPP’s End-of-Year Awards, a celebration of dedication, innovation, and excellence. Attended by senior management and staff, the event highlighted the institution’s milestones and recognised exceptional contributions to its mission. In her opening remarks, the Chief State Advocate, on behalf of DPP Mr. Gilbert A. Phiri SC, applauded staff for their commitment to delivering quality prosecution services despite challenges such as load shedding and resource constraints. She highlighted notable successes, including advancements in Asset Recovery, reduced case backlogs, and the introduction of key policy documents such as the Prosecutors’ Manual, Code of Conduct, and Strategic Plan. The awards honoured two teams for their remarkable achievements: As the NPA looks ahead to 2025, the awards serve as proof to the institution’s commitment to excellence and its resolve to

The National Prosecution Authority (NPA) is proud to announce that distinguished Public Prosecutors: Joe Phiri; Job Simango; Sikota Mumbula; Salome Tembo; and Malama Chisenga, have been elevated to the esteemed rank of Advocates of the High Court for Zambia (AHCZ). This achievement recognizes their exceptional hard work and resolience in surmounting the Bar Exams. The NPA congratulates Joe, Job, Sikota, Salome, and Malama on this outstanding achievement and wishes them continued success in their careers. Their dedication to the law and the criminal justice sector in particular is truly inspiring, and we have no doubt that they will continue to make a positive impact in the years to come. It is our hope that the stories of these fantastic five serve as an inspiration to everyone contending with admission to the Zambian Bar, to continue in the quest to join

The Asset Recovery Inter-Agency Network for Southern Africa (ARINSA) convened its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) from December 4-6 in Kasane, Botswana, under the theme “Strengthening Regional Collaboration for Effective Asset Recovery.”  This was held on the sidelines of the Southern Africa Heads of Prosecution (SAHOP) Forum first ever in person inaugural meeting! This highly anticipated gathering was co-hosted by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Mr. Gilbert A. Phiri, SC and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Celebrating 15 years of impactful contributions to combating illicit financial flows and promoting justice, the event brought together representatives from 17 member countries in the southern African region. Since its inception in 2009, ARINSA has grown from just two dedicated asset forfeiture units to 16 specialised offices across the region in 2024. This growth was a focal point of

The National Prosecution Authority (NPA) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Chandler Institute of Justice (CIJ) to strengthen transparency, accountability, and the rule of law in Zambia. Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Gilbert Phiri, speaking during the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding, highlighted the partnership’s focus on enhancing the NPA’s institutional capacity. Central to this collaboration is the provision of training in legislative drafting for NPA staff. “This initiative will empower our team with critical skills to promote integrity and good governance effectively,” Mr. Phiri stated, underscoring the importance of equipping staff to meet Zambia’s governance challenges. CIJ Executive Director Ron Chari expressed the institute’s commitment to supporting Zambia’s governance objectives, noting that the partnership aligns with efforts to build a solid foundation for economic growth and poverty alleviation. The collaboration marks a crucial moment for

The NPA and Paralegal Alliance Network (PAN) hosted a successful roundtable discussion on GBV case management and protection orders. The meeting highlighted the critical role of paralegals in supporting survivors by bridging the gap between themselves and prosecutors and ensuring access to justice. Paralegals from around Lusaka attended this milestone meeting. The agenda was dominated by the key issue of Restraining/Protection Orders and how the cooperation could be enhanced to ensure that more was done to ensure victims have access to these remedies. NPA and PAN remain confident that through collaboration, the fight against GBV can be won.