Parliament Extends Sittings to Clear Business
By Ruth Chayinda
The National Assembly of Zambia has extended its sittings to allow Parliamentarians to conclude a large volume of outstanding business before adjourning sine die on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
The extended sittings will include Saturday and Sunday, starting at 10:00.
Acting Clerk of the National Assembly LOVENESS MAYAKA says the suspension of Standing Orders will enable Parliament to sit outside the prescribed days and times
In a statement released to ZNBC News, Ms. MAYAKA said sittings may also go beyond the usual adjournment time, including past 23:00 where necessary.
She said Parliamentarians will be expected to consider more than one stage of a Bill in a single sitting.
ZNBC