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A Court update: Tasila Lungu case

21/03/2024

DPP Emerges Victorious in Forfeiture Case Against Tasila Lungu. In a significant legal victory, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) emerged victorious in a Non-Conviction Based Forfeiture case against Tasila Lungu, daughter of Former President Edgar Chagwa Lungu. The court’s ruling on the 19th of March, 2024, reaffirmed the DPP’s legal jurisdiction and upheld the integrity of the legal process. The genesis of this legal discourse traces back to the initiation of Non-Conviction Based Forfeiture proceedings by the DPP, represented as the Applicant. Supported by an affidavit sworn by senior investigations officer Emmanuel Khondowe of the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC), the DPP unveiled a stark contrast between Tasila Lungu’s declared income and amassed assets. Emmanuel Khondowe’s affidavit presented a concise analysis of Tasila Lungu’s financial landscape, spanning her earnings as a Councilor in Kanyama constituency from 2016 to 2021. The

Empowering Asset Management: Zambia’s Visionary Approach.

19/03/2024

Asset recovery serves as a powerful tool in combating illicit financial activities by sending a clear message that crime crime does not pay and that perpetrators will face consequences for their actions. It is widely recognised that transparent and accountable management of criminal assets is crucial to the asset recovery process. Effective management of these assets requires specialised skills and a need for decision-making independence among those overseeing them. In light of these considerations, it is suggested that pairing asset recovery and asset management functions within a single institution would be more logical, efficient, and effective. Zambia is contemplating adopting a multi-agency approach to target the forfeiture of proceeds from criminal activities. To achieve this, legislation is proposed to establish a collaborative inter-agency institution empowered to exercise existing statutory functions vested in various agencies. The envisioned institution would integrate the

NPA Launches Handbook for Prosecutors on the Management of Gender Based Violence cases in Zambia

07/03/2024

Today, on the eve of International Womens’ day, the National Prosecution Authority launched its first ever Handbook for Prosecutors on the Management of Gender Based Violence cases in Zambia. Speaking at the launch, the Director of Public Prosecutions, Mr Gilbert Phiri, SC stated that Gender Based Violence (GBV) is a cancer that needs to be stamped out in order to create a safe and equitable society where women and girls can thrive. Mr Phiri further stated that as the gatekeeper of the criminal justice system, the NPA has the duty to ensure that victims of GBV access timely and victim centred prosecution services which safeguard their wellbeing whilst upholding their dignity and privacy. The Handbook, is a practical resource tool which will guide prosecutors to ably present cases before the courts of law in a professional and standardised manner whilst

The People vs. Sibetta Sibetta – Case No. RMAO/350/22

20/02/2024

Introduction Welcome to the first segment of our Conviction Updates series. The aim of this series is to share recent judgments of public interest. Today, we share the legal outcome of a case involving Sibetta Sibetta, a former Assistant Immigration Officer in the Ministry of Home Affairs. Case Overview Sibetta faced 117 Counts, including Forgery and Theft by Public Servant charges. He was accused of forging bank deposit slips and stealing US$165,900 between August 2014 and January 2021 in Nchelenge, Luapula Province. Legal Proceedings Despite pleading not guilty, Sibetta was found guilty after trial before Resident Magistrate Mbewe in Nchelenge. Sentencing Resident Magistrate Mbewe sentenced Sibetta to five years in prison with hard labour, with effect from December 22, 2023. The Court also ordered him to repay the stolen amount. This conviction reaffirms our commitment to justice, fighting fraud, and ensuring

Historical Milestone achieved as Zambia Law Enforcement Agencies sign first ever National Financial Investigations and Asset Recovery Curriculum

16/01/2024

Today, signalled a momentous milestone in law enforcement as all Heads of the 21 institutions under the Inter-Agency Task Force led by the Director of Public Prosecution, the Chairperson, showed their collective and conscious resolve to cooperate and coordinate in the fight against financial crimes and asset recovery by the signing of the training curriculum in financial crime investigation and asset recovery. The signing of the curriculum was preceded by four months of intense training, consultation, drafting, validation and development of the national curriculum both by international and local experts in Mombasa, Kenya. The national curriculum aims to create a future where cooperation and coordination among all law enforcement agencies involved in financial investigations becomes the norm. The training that all law enforcement officers will receive under the signed national curriculum will create a synergy that will ensure uniformity in

Zambia continues to benefit from the global forum on asset Recovery action series.

15/12/2023

The Global Forum for Asset Recovery (GFAR) is a platform organised by Stolen Asset Recovery (StAR) that empowers investigators and prosecutors responsible for identifying and tracing assets. It facilitates necessary cooperation with financial centres to recover and return assets. Star, a partnership between the World Bank and the United Nations Office on Drugs, was established in 2007 to support countries in implementing Chapter V of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC). StAR actively engages with ongoing cases, provides capacity building and technical assistance to countries, and participates in global conferences related to asset recovery. In September 2023, Zambia became a focus country in GFAR during a meeting in Vienna, featuring eight bilateral engagements with jurisdictions of interest. These interactions continued at the tenth session of the Conference of the States Parties (COSP) to the United Nations Convention against Corruption,

Zambia participates at the 10th session of the Conference of States Parties (COSP)

13/12/2023

Atlanta, Dec. 12, 2023. The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) Conference of State Parties (CoSP) is the main policymaking body established pursuant to article 63 of the (UNCAC). The Conference aims at improving the capacity of and cooperation between States Parties, to achieve the objectives set forth in the Convention and to promote and review its implementation. The tenth session of the CoSP is currently taking place in Atlanta, USA, commemorating the momentous occasion of the 20th anniversary of the UNCAC and shaping a collective vision for the future of our anti-corruption efforts. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Mr Gilbert A. Phiri S. C. is leading the Zambian delegation at the five-day conference scheduled from December 11th to December 15th, 2023. The agenda for the tenth session is expected to focus on key issues such as, the review

The National Prosecution Authority Secures Major Victory In Forfeiture Of Zmw 2,120,104.21

08/12/2023

Lusaka, December 5, 2023In a display of Private-Public Partnership Coordination at its best, the National ProsecutionAuthority (NPA) in collaboration with the Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) and a Zambianbased Bank, proudly announces yet another significant stride in the ongoing battle againsteconomic and financial crimes. The NPA has successfully secured the forfeiture of ZMW2,120,104.21 from Shadreck Bwalya Zulu’s account held with a premier banking institution. Thisachievement stems from a meticulous investigation initiated by the bank, which identifiedsuspicious transactions within the cited account, prompting immediate flagging.On the 1st December 2023, the High Court at Lusaka delivered a significant judgment in thismatter. In this judgment, the court, after a comprehensive examination and consideration of allevidence, granted a Non-Conviction Based Forfeiture Order to the Applicant, the Director ofPublic Prosecutions (DPP). The decision aligns with international legal standards.Analysis uncovered Mr. Zulu’s use of a forged National

NPA’s Call to Action: UNITE Against Gender-Based Violence – join the 16 Days of Activism!

25/11/2023

Join the NPA and the global community in commemorating the 16 Days of Gender Activism! This global movement urges us to unite and focus our efforts against gender-based violence from November 25 to December 10. In sync with this, the UN campaign, UNITE by 2030, focuses on the shared global mission to end violence against women. This year’s theme is crystal clear: ‘UNITE! Invest to prevent violence against women and girls.’ Embracing this powerful theme, NPA’s commitment goes beyond mere words. We are actively investing in our human resources to deliver a gender-sensitive and specialised prosecution service. This ensures that justice is not only served but is also tailored to the unique needs of each case. Additionally, our investment aims to foster an inclusive, safe, and gender-balanced NPA, prioritising the safety and well-being of our employees. Join the conversation, showcase

Happy international Children’s day to the bundles of Joy!!!!

20/11/2023

The NPA takes this day as an opportunity to reflect and reaffirm its resolve to combat all forms of child abuse and neglect. We also encourage parents, guardians and caregivers to continue raising our future leaders with love, integrity and respect. This is a chance for citizens to get familiar with the Child Code Act 2022 and its provisions on the rights, duties and protections of the Child in Zambia.

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