Zambia's independent constitutional body that investigates human rights violations, receives complaints from the public, and recommends remedies — free to access.
The Zambia Human Rights Commission was established under the Human Rights Commission Act Cap. 48 and is mandated by Article 230 of the Constitution. It investigates violations of constitutional rights by public officials and private parties, visits detention facilities, and makes recommendations for prosecution or disciplinary action. It can also award recommendations for compensation. Filing a complaint is free at zhrc.org.zm or at any ZHRC regional office. The Commission publishes annual reports on the human rights situation in Zambia.
A prisoner in a Zambian prison is denied medical treatment for a serious injury. His family files a complaint with the ZHRC. The Commission visits the facility, confirms the violation, and recommends that the Zambia Correctional Service provide treatment immediately and compensate the prisoner.
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