Divorce law in Zambia is governed by the Marriage Act of 1996. This law provides for both traditional and statutory divorces. A traditional divorce is a dissolution of marriage that is done through customary law, while a statutory divorce is a dissolution of marriage that is done through the Zambian court system.
In a traditional divorce, the husband and wife agree to dissolve their marriage through their respective families. They must then inform the village headman or chief and the local court of the decision. The local court will then decide whether to grant the divorce. If the divorce is granted, the couple must divide their property and assets in accordance with customary law.
In a statutory divorce, the couple must file a petition with the court. The court will then consider the case and decide whether to grant the divorce. If the divorce is granted, the court will also decide how to divide the couple’s property and assets. The court may also issue orders regarding child custody, spousal support, and other matters. Overall, divorce law in Zambia is designed to ensure that both parties are treated fairly and that the rights of any children involved are protected. The court system provides a way for couples to dissolve their marriage in a way that is both respectful and fair.
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