Legal recognition

The Constitution of the Republic of Zambia has directive principles that contribute to the realization of the right to adequate food.

Directive principles of state policy

Article 112: “The following Directives shall be the Principles of State Policy for the purposes of this Part:
(c) the State shall endeavour to create conditions under which all citizens shall be able to secure adequate means of livelihood and opportunity to obtain employment;
(f) the State shall endeavour to provide to persons with disabilities, the aged and other disadvantaged persons such social benefits and amenities as are suitable to their needs and are just and equitable.”