CONSTITUTIONAL lawyer Mehluli Batakathi says the absence of a dedicated legal framework to guide and protect the constitutional amendment process leaves it vulnerable to executive dominance. Batakathi argues that relying on the Technical Committee appointed by the President for constitutional reform is a weak foundation as the committee may operate more like a department of the President’s office than an independent body. In a statement, Batakathi said the absence of a legal requirement for transparent consultations, publication of findings, or accountability to the public risked undermining the credibility of any proposals the committee would produce. “Zambia is once again attempting to amend its Constitution, this time through a 25-member Technical Committee appointed by President Hakainde Hichilema on October 2, 2025....