Dispute Appointment Service

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Zambia Branch offers a robust and neutral service for the appointment of qualified arbitrators. Where an arbitration agreement names the Chairperson of the Branch as the appointing authority, parties may formalize a request following the procedure below.

Submission Requirements

To ensure a timely appointment process, please provide a comprehensive application comprising the following:

• Formal Request Letter: Addressed to the Chairperson, CIArb Zambia Branch, formally requesting the appointment of an arbitrator.
• Arbitration Agreement: A copy of the contract containing the dispute resolution clause.
• Dispute Summary: Any relevant documentation or brief background information pertaining to the nature of the dispute.
• Evidence of Deadlock: Documentation demonstrating that the parties have attempted to resolve the matter or have failed to agree on a sole arbitrator/tribunal within the requisite timeframe.
• Completed Request Form: Ensure all fields in the [Official Appointment Request Form] are accurately filled.
• Proof of Payment: A copy of the deposit slip or electronic funds transfer confirmation for the K3,000 Appointment Fee.

Submission Channels

Applications and supporting documents should be submitted to the CIArb Secretariat via any of the following methods:

• Email: secretariat@ciarbzambia.com
• Physical Address/Courier: 2^nd Floor, LAZ House, 1 Lagos Road, Lusaka, Zambia.

Remittance Details

Please use the following banking information for the payment of appointment fees. Ensure the Case Name or Requesting Party Name is used as the payment reference.

Account Name: Chartered Institute of Arbitrators

Bank: Stanbic Bank Zambia

Branch: Mulungushi Branch

Account Number: 9130004980828

Branch Code: 040015

Swift Code: SBICZMLX

Process Overview

Upon receipt of a complete application and verification of the appointment fee, the Secretariat will process the request. The Chairperson, with the support of the Appointments Sub-committee, will then exercise their power of appointment, ensuring the nominee is independent, impartial, and possesses the requisite expertise for the specific dispute.