Understanding Zambia’s Updated Legal Framework on Deceased Estates Administration

Introduction  The administration of deceased estates in Zambia is primarily governed by two key pieces of legislation:  The Wills and Administration of Estates Act, Chapter 60 of the Laws of Zambia (“Wills Act”), which governs testate estates (where the deceased left a will).  The Intestate Succession Act, Chapter 59 of the Laws of Zambia (“Intestate Act”), which governs intestate estates (where the deceased died without a will).  Both Acts empower the Chief Justice to enact rules regulating the practice and procedure under each law. Pursuant to this authority, the Chief Justice enacted two new sets of regulations in September 2023:  The Wills...

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