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Food and Nutrition (Amendment) Act, 2026 (Act No. 46 of 2026).

Country
Type of law
Legislation
Source

Abstract
This Act, consisting of 3 sections, amends the original text as follows (i) replacing Section 6(1) by redefining the composition of the Board of the Commission. The Board is now made up of part-time members appointed by the Minister, including representatives from the ministries responsible for health and agriculture, the Office of the Vice-President, the Attorney-General, the Nutrition Association of Zambia, a research or academic institution in food and nutrition, and a civil society organisation working in relevant areas; (ii) Section 13(4) by reducing the quorum requirement from seven to five members, thereby lowering the minimum number needed for valid meetings and decision-making.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Act enetrs into force on the expiry of the term of office, or removal by the Minister, of the members of the Board holding office prior to the enactment of this Act.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No