MPs, COUNCILLORS JITTERY OVER G12 CERTIFICATE

Some were indicated to possess a “Form V” certificate even when mathematically they did not qualify for one when their date of birth is considered.

The ConCourt held that what is required is a Grade 12 which is synonymous with the School Certificate (with required number of passes) or equivalent (similar qualification from other countries etc).

The tertiary or such qualifications are not equivalent! So even if a candidate has a diploma, degree or any higher qualification but has no School Certificate then such a person would not be eligible!

With this pronouncement by the ConCourt a lot of current MPs and Councillors are likely going to be affected unless they have upgraded their school qualifications.

And according to the Examination Council of Zambia O level is Grade 12 level opposite to A Level and it is a pass from 1 to 8 in any subject.

School Certificate includes a pass in six subjects with one credit including English or a pass in five subjects with two credits including English.

Meanwhile, the Golden Party of Zambia (GPZ) has called on security wings to ensure only candidates with genuine Grade 12 results do file in their nomination papers for the August 12 general elections.

GPZ deputy secretary general, Raphael Chiyuka, said the latest ruling by the Constitutional Court on the academic eligibility of aspiring candidates had victimised many people.