Civics Education Sylaabus -Grade 8 -9

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Republic of Zambia ZAMBIA BASIC EDUCATION COURSE CIVICS EDUCATION SYLLABUS GRADE 8 – 9 Published by the Curriculum Development Centre

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Republic of Zambia

ZAMBIA BASIC EDUCATION COURSE

CIVICS EDUCATION SYLLABUS

GRADE 8 – 9

Published by the Curriculum Development CentreP.O. Box 50092

Lusaka

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ZAMBIA BASIC EDUCATION COURSE

CIVICS EDUCATIONSYLLABUS

GRADE 8 – 9

Published by the Curriculum Development CentreP.O. Box 50092

Lusaka

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© 1997 Curriculum Development Centre

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No parts of this publication may be produced, stored in a retrieval or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical,photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior permission of the copyright holder.

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TABLE OF CONTENTSPage

Preface...................................................................................................................................................................................................... iiAcknowledgements.................................................................................................................................................................................. iiiIntroduction............................................................................................................................................................................................... ivGeneral Aims............................................................................................................................................................................................ vAssessment and Examinations ................................................................................................................................................................ vi

GRADE 8Unit 1. Political Development...................................................................................................................................................... 1Unit 2. Democracy and Dictatorship .......................................................................................................................................... 1Unit 3. Human Rights ................................................................................................................................................................. 4Unit 4. Gender and Development................................................................................................................................................ 4Unit 5. Government..................................................................................................................................................................... 5Unit 6. Economic Development.................................................................................................................................................. 6Unit 7. Environment and Population.......................................................................................................................................... 8

GRADE 9Unit 1. Political Development..................................................................................................................................................... 10Unit 2. Democracy and Dictatorship .......................................................................................................................................... 10Unit 3. Human Rights ................................................................................................................................................................. 12Unit 4. Gender and Development................................................................................................................................................ 13Unit 5. Conflict and Conflict Resolution.......................................................................................................................................... 14

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Unit 6. Government......................................................................................................................................................................... 14Unit 7. Economic Development...................................................................................................................................................... 16Unit 8. Trade................................................................................................................................................................................... 17Unit 9. International and Regional Co-operation .......................................................................................................................... 18

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PREFACE

This syllabus was produced as a result of the National Civics Education Symposium held on 1st and 2nd November, 1995. The Symposium addressed matters pertaining to the content that should be covered in the Junior Secondary (Grades 8 and 9) Civics curriculum with a view to improving the quality of teaching the subject.

Following the Symposium, the Curriculum Development Centre, under the auspices of the Ministry of Education carried out the Civics Curriculum review exercise between January and February, 1996.

The syllabus includes core values and ideals aimed at shaping learners as responsible Zambian citizens.

The review also considered contemporary concepts such as Gender and Development, Population and Environment, Human Rights, Democratic Governance, Conflict and Conflict Resolution.

Sichalwe M. Kasanda (Dr.)

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PERMANENT SECRETARYMINISTRY OF EDUCATION.

iiiACKNOWLEDGEMENTSThe Curriculum review exercise would not have been accomplished without the commitment, involvement and participation of several people. Firstly,, we wish to thank Southern University Democratic Governance Project and United States agency for International Development (USAID) for financing the exercise. Secondly we would like to thank all the people in government departments, institutions of learning, non-governmental organisations and donor agencies, diplomatic corps and traditional leaders who contributed towards the review of this syllabus.

We are indebted to the contributions of Prof. Geoffrey Lungwangwa (UNZA), Mrs. Gladys Mutukwa (Chairperson Women’s Lobby) and Miss Esther Ngambi (Secondary School Teacher), for preparing and presenting papers during the Civics Education Symposium. Special thanks go to Senior Chieftainess Nkomeshya for representing the views of traditional leaders. We also thank the secretarial staff Mrs. Josephine Nacidze and Mrs. Theresa Chiyeñu for typing the syllabus.

Finally, we are also greatly indebted to the following people who carried out the review:-

Ms. L.S. Ntalasha - Principal Curriculum Specialist, Curriculum Development Centre, LusakaMr. M. Songiso - Senior Inspector of Schools, Civics, Ministry of Education Headquarters, LusakaMs. C. Nalwamba - Senior Curriculum Specialist, Curriculum Development Centre, LusakaMr. G.D. Simfukwe - Senior Lecturer, Nkrumah Teachers’ Training College, Kabwe.Mr. S.M. Salati - Research Officer, Examinations Council of Zambia, LusakaMr. S. Chilala - Secondary school Teacher, Civics, St. Edmunds Secondary school, MazabukaMr. C.M. Hansangu - Senior Inspector, Social Studies, Teacher Training Colleges, Ministry of Education Headquarters, LusakaMr. E.N. Sichali - Secondary School Teacher, Civics, Libala Secondary School, Lusaka

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E.F. ChingoACTING DIRECTOR,CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT CENTREMINISTRY OF EDUCATION

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INTRODUCTION

This syllabus is based on the recommendations from the National Symposium on Civics Education in Zambia held at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre between 1st and 2nd November, 1995. The Symposium recommended that the teaching of Civics should not be limited to factual information about improvement of persons, events and institutions. The scope of the syllabus should include social cultural, political and economic ideals and values that form the foundation for democratic governance and enhance development. Cross cutting issues such as Gender, and Development, Population and Environment, Human Rights, Democratic Governance, Conflict and Conflict Resolutions have also been included.

By the end of this course, learners are expected to attain social and study skills that will enable them to play an active and positive role in promoting democracy and national development. The study skills entail the ability to collect data and information from various sources. Learners should be able to organize information and analyse issues. The social skills will help the learners to respect others and tolerate their views and values. They will be able to participate effectively in; community projects, planning and decisions making and finding solutions to problems that affect them.

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GENERAL AIMS

1. Identifying practices, beliefs and customs that are incompatible with national harmony, democracy and human rights.

2. Creating an appreciation of political, economic and social developments which have taken place in Zambia since 1964.

3. Creating an awareness on the need to tolerate other people’s opinions and have respect for the rule of law.

4. Upholding constitutional rights and freedom for oneself and others.

5. Creating an awareness on the need to participate in elections at local and national level.

6. Developing gender sensitivity in social, cultural, political and economic development.

7. Inculcating in the minds of the learner, a sense of civic responsibility and patriotism.

8. Developing an understanding on the need for sustainable development.

9. Introducing learners to the various factors that contribute to political, economic and social development or decline.

10. Appreciating the interdependence of individuals in local and international communities.

11. Appreciating the need for efficient social organisation in national development.

12. Creating an awareness of the major diseases and their effects on socio-economic development.

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13. Developing an understanding of the relationship between Zambia and the international community

14. Creating an awareness on the need to participate actively in civic organisations.

ASSESSMENTS AND EXAMINATIONS

The Grade 9 Civics Examination comprises one paper which covers all outlined assessment objectives derived from the teaching syllabus. It’s duration is 2½ hours.

The format is as follows:

SECTION A: Consists 30 multiple choice questions of 4 option type answers. It tests skills of knowledge, comprehension and application: The Section carries 30 marks.

SECTION B: Consists 20 short answer questions. It rests skills of knowledge, comprehension and application.

SECTION C: Consists three structured questions of stimulus material which is presented in passage, graphic, map or tabular form. It tests skills of comprehension, application, analysis and evaluation, Each question carries 10 marks, giving a total of 30 marks for the whole section.

SECTION D: Consists 4 essay questions from which candidates choose 2 questions with 10 marks each. The whole section carries 20 marks.

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1.GRADE 8

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8.1 POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT

Political Development in Zambia 1890-1964

Symbols of national identity

8.1.1. Draw a time chat of the political history of Zambia from 1890- 1964.8.1.2. identify and interpret the symbols of national identify.8.1.3. demonstrate respect for symbols of national identity

1. Time chart. 2. National symbols: The Flag, Coat of Arms, National Anthem.3. Attitudes and values - integrity, compromise, loyalty, co-operation.

8.2 DEMOCRACY AND DICTATORSHIP

Forms of Democracy and Dictatorship

8.2.1. define democracy.8.2.2. discuss the characteristics of democracy.8.2.3. describe the values of democracy.8.2.4. define dictatorship.8.2.5. discuss the characteristics of dictatorship.8.2.7. discuss types of dictatorship.

1. Types of democracy2. Characteristics of democracy3. Values and attitudes.4. Dictatorship5. Characteristics6. Types of dictatorship.

The Constitution 8.2.8. define constitution.8.2.9. identify types of constitution.8.2.10. explain the importance of a constitution.

9. Types of constitution.10. Importance of a constitution in safe guarding human rights and the rule of law.

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Constitution 8.2.11. list the main features of the constitution.8.2.12. explain how a constitution is made and how it can be changed.

11. Features of a constitution: Bill of Rights, Legislature, Executive, Judiciary,12. Modes of adopting the Constitution.

Citizenship 8.2.13. define Citizenship.8.2.14. discuss the qualifications and disqualifications for Zambian Citizenship.8.2.15. describe the qualities of a good Zambian Citizen.

13. Qualifications and disqualifications for Zambian Citizenship14. Qualities of a good Zambian Citizen.

Political Parties 8.2.14 define a political party.8.2.15. explain the functions of a political party.8.2.16. describe the structure of a political party.8.2.17. state the ideology of a political party8.2.18. explain how a political party is

15. Functions.16. Structure.17. Manifesto and ideology18. Formation of a good Zambian Citizen.

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formed.8.2.19. draw the structure of a political party.

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Pressure Groups 8.2.20. define pressure groups.8.2.21. identify pressure groups.8.2.22. explain how pressure groups are formed.8.2.23. discuss the role of pressure groups.

21. Examples of Pressure Groups22. Formation of pressure groups.23. Roles of pressure groups (monitoring, lobbying)

Elections 8.2.24. define elections.8.2.25. identify different type of elections.8.2.26. describe electoral procedures.8.2.27. dramatise the electoral process8.2.28. discuss the functions of elections8.2.29. explain the importance of 2free and fair elections”8.2.30. identify non-governmental organisations that monitor elections.

24. Types of elections, (General, Local Government and By- elections).25. Electoral procedures and regulations.26. The Electoral Commission.27. Functions of elections.28. Importance of free and fair elections. - Legitimacy and confidence in the government - Avoiding civil strife in the Country.

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- Ensuring that democracy thrives

29. NGOs that monitor elections - Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP, Zambia Independent Monitoring Team (ZIMT).

8.3. HUMAN RIGHTS Fundamental Human Rights and Obligations.

8.3.1. define human rights.8.3.2. describe fundamental human rights8.3.3. Identify vulnerable groups in society.8.3.4. discuss forms of human rights violations8.3.5. discuss human rights obligations and responsibilities.8.3.6. describe the limitations of Human Rights.

2. Fundamental Human Rights.3. Vulnerable groups4. Violation of Human Rights.5. Obligations of Human Rights.6. Limitations to Human Rights.

8.4.1. Define Gender and development. 2. Gender and sex roles.

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8.4. GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT

Sex and Gender Roles 8.4.2. distinguish between gender and sex roles.8.4.3. identify some customs that discriminate against women and the girl child.

3. Customs and traditions.4. Importance of equal participation in national development.5. Gender roles in the home.

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8.4.4. discuss the importance of equal participation in national development.8.4.5. perform various gender roles at home.

8.5. GOVERNMENT Central Government 8.5.1. define Government and Central Government.8.5.2. describe the functions of government.8.5.3. describe the types of government.8.5.4. identify the three organs of government

1. The Central Government2. Functions.3. Types of government4. Organs.

Separation of Powers 8.5.5. explain the concept of “separation of powers”8.5.6. define the concepts: Legislature (parliament), Executive, and Judiciary.8.5.7. describe the three organs of government.8.5.8. discuss the functions of the three organs of government.

5. Separation of powers:- definitions, advantages, - Relationships of the three Organs6. Legislature –composition and functions/powers. - qualifications of Members of Parliament.7. Executive – composition

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8.5.9. discuss the importance of the independence of the Judiciary.

(cabinet, president, civil service), qualifications for presidency, presidential powers.8. Functions of executive.

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9. Judiciary – Composition Functions.

Local Government8.5.10. define local government.8.5.11. give a brief history of local government since 1964.8.5.12. explain local government types, structures and functions.8.5.13. explain the qualifications and duties of a councillor/mayor/chairman8.5.14. describe local government elections.8.5.15. explain the relationship between the central and local government.8.5.16. describe the sources of revenue and types of expenditure for the local government.8.5.17. discuss the role of traditional rulers

11. Brief history of the local government12. Structures and functions/powers13. Qualifications and duties of a councillor.14. Local Government elections.15. Relationship between local and central government.16. Sources of revenue for the local government.16. Local Government expenditure17. Role of a traditional ruler.

8.6.ECONOMIC Indicators of Development

8.6.1. define the terms “economy” and “development”

1. Economic indicators: - specialisation

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DEVELOPMENT 8.6.2. identify the social and economic indicators of development.8.6.3. discuss some obstacles to economic development

- mass production of goods - high employment - improved quality of life

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- Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Gross National Product (GNP) and Per Capital Income.

2. Social indicators (schools, hospitals, roads, etc).3. Environmental diseases Malaria, Cholera, Dysentery, HIV and AIDS, Debt crisis, unskilled labour, illiteracy etc.

Budget 8.6.4. define the term budget.8.6.5. distinguish personal form family and national budgets.8.6.6. discuss the elements of the national budget.8.6.7. identify the sources of government revenue8.6.8. discuss the types and importance of taxation

5. Personal, family and national budgets.6. Revenue and Expenditure, deficit and surplus.7. Taxation, (Zambia Revenue Authority), Donor Agencies e.g. International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank8. types of taxation.

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Factors of Production 8.6.9. define the term resources (human and natural).8.6.10. list the factors of production.8.6.11. discuss types of industries.

10. Factors of production.11. Types of industries primary, secondary and service (tertiary).

Work Culture 8.6.12. define the term “work culture”8.6.13. discuss the elements of a positive work culture.8.6.14. identify human skills necessary for economic development.8.6.15. display/perform the importance of manual work.8.6.16. conduct a case study on Zambian work culture.

13. Attitude towards work e.g. Honesty, hard work, punctuality, high productivity, integrity.14. Skilled labour, technical research and managerial skills, entrepreneurship skills.15. Importance of Manual work16. The Zambian work culture.

8.7. EVIRONMENT AND POPULATION

Population Growth and Environment

8.7.1. define population and environment.8.7.2. identify population distribution on a map of Zambia.8.7.3. describe causes of population

2. Population distribution.3. Population change: births, deaths and migration.4. Positive aspects of population growth:

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change.8.7.4. explain the effect of rapid population growth on the environment and the economy.

- Market (increased consumption of goods). - increased supply of labour)

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8.7.5. discuss possible solutions to population problems.8.7.6. suggest ways of protecting the environment.

4. Negative effects of population Growth:

- land degradation- pollution- disease- social problems- energy resources- natural resources.

5. Possible solutions to rapid population growth: - birth control methods - education - Girl Child Education - Economic empowerment - Migration6. Environmental conservation - laws - community participation. - policies - education campaigns

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9.1. POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT

Population changes in Zambia since 1964

9.1.1. describe the political changes that have taken place in Zambia since 1964.9.1.2. Give reasons for these political changes.9.1.3. discuss the concept of national unity.9.1.4. draw a time chart shoring important political events since 1964.9.1.5. collect information about factors that influence political changes.

1. Political institutions in the First, Second and Third Republics, one party system, multi-party system.2. Reasons for political changes.

- Changes in ideology- Inefficiency- External influence- Economic crisis.

3. National Unit, nationalism, sense of national belonging, fair distribution of resources, use of one official language.4. Time Chart.

9.2. DEMOCRACY AND DICTATORSHIP

Democratic Governance 9.2.1. define democratic governance.9.2.2. identify the threats to democracy in developing countries.9.2.3. explain the importance of the rule of law in a democratic

1. Democratic governance.2. - Threats to democrats. - Apathy, Corruption, Nepotism - Poverty, ignorance.

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- Hunger, diseases, abuse of office, crime, drug abuse, etc.

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9.2.4. distinguish between democracy and dictatorship.

3. Rule of Law4. Differences between Democracy and Dictatorship

- Lack of accountability and transparency.

- Lack of freedom of the press

- Rigging of elections.- Intolerance.- Lack of respect for the

rule of law, lack of civic education in schools and the community.

- Lack of separation of powers.

Political parties 9.2.5. classify political party systems.9.2.6. assess the values of political parties in promoting democracy.9.2.7. state the role of opposition parties.9.2.8. discuss on the advantages and disadvantages of one party and

5. Political party systems: one party dominant, multiparty.6. Values and ideology, Compromise, Civic education.7. Role of opposition parties monitoring actions of

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multi-party systems. government, alternative leadership.8. Advantages and disadvantages of one party and multiparty.

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9.3. HUMAN RIGHTS United Nations Conventions on Human Rights

9.3.1. discuss the United Nations Universal Declaration for Human Rights (UNDHR), African Charter for Human and Peoples Rights and the International Convention on Rights of the Child.9.3.2. Explain the roles of a citizen in safeguarding human rights.9.3.3. Institutions and organisations that promote human rights

1. United Nations Universal Declaration for Human Rights (UNDHR), African Charter, Convention on Rights of the child. (CRC)2. Roles of a citizen in promoting human rights. Monitoring actions of the Legislature and Judiciary, Executive. - Joining Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). - Lobbying. - Knowledge of Human Rights.4. Institutions – Investigator General, Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), Courts, Parliament, Police. - Amnesty International. - Catholic Commission for Justice Development and peace (CCJDP) now

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Caritas - Foundation for Democratic Process (FODEP).

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- Zambia Civic Education Association (ZCEA), Women’s Lobby groups.

- Women for Change (WC) Forum for African Women Educationist in Zambia (FAWEZA).

9.4. GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT

Gender Issues and Development 9.4.1. identify the legal employment and policy constraints that limit the participation of women in economic, political, cultural and social development in Zambia.9.4.2. discuss ways in which women can be empowered to take part in social economic, cultural and political activities.9.4.3. identify pressure groups that promote women’s rights.9.4.4. identify world conventions that have promoted women’s rights.

1. Financial Regulations - fertility decisions. - cultural values and attitude (norms).2. Education, changing roles, Attitudes, Trust Funds for Women, Clubs.3. Women’s’ Lobby Group, Zambia Association for Research and Development (ZARD), Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA), Non-Governmental Organisation Coordinating

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Committee (NGOCC), FAWEZA.

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4. Beijing Conference, Cairo Conference, Arusha Declaration.

9.5. CONFLICT AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION

Forms and Effects of Conflict and Conflict Resolution

9.5.1. define conflict, peace and resolution9.5.2. identify forms of conflict in society.9.5.3. identify the causes and effects of conflict at local, national, regional, and global levels.9.5.4. suggest possible solutions to conflict.9.5.5. Explain the advantages of peaceful conflict resolution within and between countries

1. Causes.2. Forms of conflict; wars, - genocide, - discrimination, - ethnicism, - economic Deprivation.3. Effects of conflicts - refugees, - environmental Degradation.

- Destruction of infrastructures.

4. Possible solutions to conflict.

- Regional agreements- Tribunals.- Peace keeping forces.- Negotiations.- Peace education

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- Democratic governance.

9.6. GOVERNMENT Economic Policies 9.6.1. define the concepts: economic policy, economic reforms, liberalisation, privatisation, free market economy.

1. Concepts, liberalisation privatisation, free market economy.

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9.6.2. discuss the role of the government in promoting a conducive social and economic environment since 1964.9.6.2. state the characteristics of nationalisation and liberalisation of the economy.9.6.3. discuss the effects of nationalisation and liberalisation.

2. Efficient civil service, efficient transport and communications sector. - Attractive investment policies e.g. removal of tax on certain goods. - Maintenance of law and order, - provision of adequate social services. - Fighting corruption and nepotism. - Proper allocation of resources to different sectors of the economy.3. Nationalisation: - Economic reforms, - economic plans, - liberalization, - privatisation, - free market economy, - liquidation,

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- retrenchment.4. Effects of nationalisation and liberalisation.

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9.7. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Labour market 9.7.1. define labour and labour market.9.7.2. distinguish between formal and informal employment.9.7.3. define trade union9.7.4. outline a brief history of trade unions in Zambia.9.7.5. discuss the functions of a trade union.9.7.6. identify the main trade unions in Zambia.9.7.7. state some important labour laws.9.7.8. discuss the role of the Industrial Relations Court

2. Formal and informal employment.4. History of trade unions in Zambia.5. Functions of trade unions.6. Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU), Zambia National Union of Teachers (ZNUT), Mine Workers Union of Zambia (MUZ), Zambia Union of Allied Workers (ZULAWU), Zambia Federation of Employers (ZFE)7. Labour laws.8. Industrial Relations Court

9.7.9. define “money”9.7.10. list the characteristics and functions of money.

10. Functions and characteristics.11. The law of supply and

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9.7.11. Discuss the law of Supply and demand9.7.12. distinguish between inflation and deflation.

demand, prices.12. Deflation and inflation13. Causes of inflation and deflation14. Government effort in controlling inflation.

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9.7.13. discuss the causes of inflation and deflation9.7.14. explain how government can control inflation.

Banking 9.7.15. define banking9.7.16. explain the functions of commercial and central banks.9.7.17. explain the importance of investment and savings in economic development.9.7.18. Discuss the role of the Lusaka Stock Exchange (LUSE)9.7.19. identify other financial institutions that promote economic development

16. Functions (commercial and central bank)17. Savings and Investment.18. Lusaka Stock Exchange19. Zambia National Building Society (ZNBZ), Insurance Companies, Zambia National Provident Fund (NPF) - Investment Centre, Zambia Privatisation Agency. (ZPA)

9.8. TRADE Local and International Trade 9.8.1. define the term trade (local and international).9.8.2. describe the chain of distribution

2. Producer, wholesaler, retailer, warehouse.3. Banks foreign exchange,

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in local trade.9.8.3. identify the elements of International Trade.9.8.4. discuss the effects of the debt crisis on Zambia9.8.5. suggest possible solutions to the debt crisis.

balance of trade and payments, tariffs, customs duties, insurance, advertising and transport.4. Effects of debt crisis.

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5. Possible solutions to debt crisis. - debt swapping. - lowering interest rates - increased productivity. - transfer of technology

9.9. INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL COOPERATION

Regional Organisations (political and economic)

9.9.1. define regional organisations9.9.2. identify regional organisations.9.9.3. describe the membership and structure of the organisation.9.9.4. discuss the functions and undertakings and advantages of these organisations.9.9.5. discuss the benefits of Zambia’s membership to regional organisations.

2. Regional organisations:- Southern African Development Community (SADC), Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), Economic Community for West African States (ECOWAS), African Union (AU) European Union (EU).3. Membership, structure. 4. Functions and advantages of the organisations.5. Zambia’s benefit as a

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Member.

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International organisations 9.9.6. list examples of international organisations.9.9.7. describe the membership and structure of these organisations.9.9.8. describe the functions of these organisations.9.9.9. discuss the specialised agencies of the United Nations.9.9.10. discuss the benefits of Zambia’s membership to international organisations.

6. United Nations (UN) Commonwealth,7. Membership and structure.8. Functions.9. Specialised Agencies: World Health Organisation(WHO), United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations International Children’s Educational Fund (UNICEF), Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), World Bank, United National Environmental Programme (UNEP) IMF, World Trade Organisation (Former GATT), United Nations Education Scientific and Cultural

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Organisation (UNESCO), World Food Programme (WFP)

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10. Zambia’s benefit as a member to International Organizations.

International Voluntary Organisations and Donor agencies

9.9.11. Define the concepts: International, Voluntary Organisation and Donor Agency.9.9.12. list the International Voluntary Agencies.9.9.13. Identify examples of Donor agencies9.9.14. discuss the functions of voluntary organisations.9.9.15. describe the functions of these Donor Agencies in Zambia

12. Examples of International Voluntary Organisations: Red-Cross, Oxfam, Care International, Harvest Help, Lions and Rotary Clubs, Development Aid from People to People DAPP), World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF).13. Examples for Donor Agencies:

- Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA).

- Canadian International Development agency

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(CIDA). - United States Agency

for International Development (USAID).

- Norwegian Agency for Development (NORAD).

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Development Agency (FINNIDA).

- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

- Overseas Development Agency (ODA),

- European Union (EU)- Danish International

Development Agency (DANNIDA).

15. Functions of Donor Agencies in Zambia.

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