Making submissions before the Parliamentary Committee on Education, Science and Technology on Monday, 20^th April, 2026, the Authority HEA has further welcomed the inclusion of lifelong learning pathways in the Bill, noting that education must extend beyond traditional schooling.

Leading the delegation, HEA Director-General, Professor Kazhila C. Chinsembu, submitted recommendations that the law formally recognise HEA as the body responsible for accreditation, quality assurance and institutional oversight.

This, HEA argued, was critical to maintaining order and consistency as tertiary education becomes fully integrated into the national system.

The Director-General further noted that the Bill’s support of adult and continuing education, created flexible learning opportunities across all stages of life.

“This is key to building a resilient, adaptable workforce in a changing economy,” Professor Chinsembu said.

The Committee meeting was chaired by Honourable Mr. Chinga Miyutu, MP., Member of Parliament for Kalabo Central.

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