Ministry of Labour and Social Security

Labour Market Tribunal

Promoting fair, accessible and efficient resolution of labour disputes in Zambia.

Using the Labour Market Tribunal

Whether you are a worker, an employer, a trade union or a legal practitioner, the Tribunal provides services to help you resolve labour disputes fairly. Here is how we can help:

File a labour complaint

Learn how to lodge a dispute with the Tribunal, which forms to use and what documents to prepare.
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Search decisions

Explore published Tribunal decisions by keyword, case number, party, year or case type.
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Track your case

Check the status of public cases, listed hearing dates and outcomes in the case register.
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View cause lists

See the matters scheduled for hearing each day and download the official cause list.
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Know your rights as a worker

Access labour laws, guidelines and practical information on employment rights and protections.
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Guidance for employers

Understand employer obligations, Tribunal procedures and how to respond to a complaint.
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Unions and representatives

Rules, practice directions and resources for trade unions and legal practitioners appearing before the Tribunal.
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Get assistance

Have a question about procedures or hearings? Read the FAQs or contact the Tribunal Secretariat.
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About the Tribunal

Supporting fair, accessible and efficient resolution of labour disputes in Zambia.

The Labour Market Tribunal operates under the Ministry of Labour and Social Security. It provides an accessible forum where workers, employers, trade unions and their representatives can have labour disputes heard and determined fairly. [CONTENT TO BE PROVIDED BY MINISTRY]

Mandate Hearing and determining labour disputes. [Details to be provided by Ministry]
Who we serve Workers, employers, trade unions and legal practitioners.
Fair process Impartial, transparent and accessible hearings.
Public access Published decisions, cause lists and legislation.