serious financial constrains, which limit its ability to reach out to a wider section of the population; (b) Generally, most people in Zambia are not aware of their rights and the institutions and instruments set forth by Government to protect their rights. Usually, people do not come forth to complain in the event that their rights are violated; (a) There is limited collaboration between relevant Government institutions and CSOs involved in activities aimed at promoting equality before the law; and (b) Very few people are aware of the functions of the Commission for Investigations; the Legal Aid Department and the PPCA. 67