The relationship between political corruption and human rights violations in Zambia: a diachronic analysis.
| dc.contributor.author | Phiri, Chidongo; Banda, Boniface; Machacha, Eliphas; Bwalya, Ignatio; Simfukwe, Geoffrey; Sompa, Maureen; Mwale, Margaret and Sichula, Griphin | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-07-16T06:43:07Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-07-16T06:43:07Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2025 | |
| dc.description | Article analysising the relationship between political corruption and human rights violations in Zambia | |
| dc.description.abstract | : This paper examines the intricate interplay between political corruption and human rights violations, anchored in a diachronic approach, within the context of Zambia. The paper employs a qualitative research design, examining the nuanced dynamics that link corruption in the political sphere to the infringement of human rights. The investigation relies on a comprehensive analysis of secondary data, encompassing scholarly articles, reports, and governmental documents to provide a holistic understanding of the subject of corruption. The paper begins by employing a Pierre Bourdieu-inspired social capital framework, embedded in a diachronic analytical theoretical framework that elucidates the potential causal links and mechanisms connecting political corruption and human rights violations, as mirrored in semiotics and police detentions. Through a nuanced qualitative approach, the article analyzes specific instances and patterns of language habitus and corruption practices within Zambia's political landscape, examining the reasons why and how they have contributed to or directly resulted in human rights violations. Special attention is given to identifying key actors, systemic vulnerabilities, and institutional failures that facilitate this relationship. The findings of the paper contribute to the existing body of knowledge on linguistic corruption and human rights violations, offering insights into the specific manifestations of this relationship in the Zambian context. The qualitative diachronic analysis sheds light on the lived experiences of individuals affected by the intersection of corruption and human rights abuses, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and policy reforms. The article's implications extend to both academic discourse and policymaking, providing a foundation for future research on corruption and human rights in Zambia and potentially informing strategies to mitigate these issues. This research paper underscores the importance of addressing diachronic corruption within the political sphere as a means to safeguard and promote human rights, fostering a more just and equitable society in Zambia. | |
| dc.identifier.issn | 2349-0373 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://dspace.unza.zm/handle/123456789/9274 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | International Journal of Humanities Social Sciences and Education | |
| dc.relation.ispartofseries | 12; 7 | |
| dc.title | The relationship between political corruption and human rights violations in Zambia: a diachronic analysis. | |
| dc.type | Article |