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Our Governance

ZLS is governed through three organs established under the Zanzibar Law Society Act: the General Assembly, the Council, and the Secretariat.

General Assembly

The supreme organ of the Society, consisting of all members. It meets at least once within six months after 31 December each year, formulates fundamental policies, and elects office bearers and Council members.

The Council

The governing body of the Society, composed of the President, Vice President and Treasurer, together with five other members elected by the General Assembly, at least two of whom must be female.

The Secretariat

Responsible for day-to-day administration under the Chief Executive Officer, structured around three directorates: Practice Standards, Compliance & Ethics, and Continuing Professional Development.

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Council & Office Bearer Profiles

About

The Zanzibar Law Society is the statutory bar association of Zanzibar, established under the Zanzibar Law Society Act No. 7 of 2019 to uphold the rule of law and advance justice in Zanzibar.