Zambian Courts: Senator Urges Continued Accessibility Amidst Security Concerns

The legal context for this initiative is rooted in various SADC protocols and national legislation. The SADC Treaty itself promotes regional integration, while specific instruments like the Protocol on Education and Training and potentially the Protocol on the Facilitation of Movement of Persons provide frameworks for cooperation in these areas. Domestically, ZAQA operates under the Zambia Qualifications Authority Act, which empowers it to develop and implement a national qualifications framework and facilitate the recognition of qualifications. The challenges faced by students and professionals often stem from the absence of a universally accepted, legally binding framework for mutual recognition, leading to disparate national requirements and lengthy assessment processes.