The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is responsible for facilitating the administration of justice and promoting the observance of the rule of law in the country. The Ministry comprises two constitutional office holders namely, the Attorney-General, who is the chief legal advisor to Government and is assisted by the Solicitor-General.

“A Smart and Value-Centred Ministry of Justice.”

To facilitate the dispensation of justice and enhancement of good governance.

The Ministry of Justice is charged with the responsibility of facilitating the administration of justice and promoting the observance of the rule of law.

The core values took into account the National Values and Principles as enshrined under Articles 8, 9 and 86(1), of the Constitution of Zambia. The Core Values are:

• Integrity:

We will put the interests of the Ministry above personal interest and shall conduct ourselves in a manner that is beyond reproach.

• Excellence:

We will be diligent, committed, efficient, and effective in the execution of our duties.

• Professionalism

We will demonstrate competence, skill, good judgement with a polite behavior and conduct expected from a person who is trained to do a job well.

• Teamwork:

We will work collaboratively bringing our individual skills together in order to benefit the Ministry. We will cooperate, using our individual skills and providing constructive feedback. We will endeavour to prioritise the interests of the Ministry above self.

• Impartiality:

We will act solely according to the merits and serving our clients fairly.