Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade, investment and private-sector partnerships.Giving remarks during the official opening ceremony, Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry Permanent Secretary Lilian Bwalya, in a speech delivered by Consul General of Zambia in Lubumbashi, Steward Nchimunya, said the Zambia Trade Mission in […]
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) hosted a business forum with a delegation of Swiss companies and business leaders to explore strategic partnerships in mining, commodity trading, energy, logistics, and agribusiness. The forum provided a platform for engagement between Swiss and Zambian businesses, focusing on opportunities to strengthen bilateral economic relations and contribute to Zambia’s industrialisation, […]
The Zambia–DRC Trade Mission, running from 28th to 30th October 2026, brings together Zambian businesses seeking to explore business opportunities, establish strategic partnerships and increase exports to the DRC. The mission reflects ZDA’s continued efforts to connect local businesses to regional markets and promote export-led economic growth.
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) is spearheading efforts to expand Zambia’s regional export footprint by leading 41 local companies on a trade mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) from 28th to 30th October 2026, as the country seeks to unlock new markets, secure business deals, and strengthen its position in regional trade. The […]
“As we talk about the Lobito Corridor, we should be asking ourselves what we want to transport through it. Will it be copper cathodes, electric vehicles, electric vehicle batteries or fully assembled vehicles?” Mr. Halwampa said.
Zambia and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties following a high-level roundtable meeting in Cairo, held on the sidelines of the El Alamein-Africa Forum, where government officials, investment agencies and private sector leaders explored strategic investment opportunities between the two countries. The roundtable, which was co-hosted with the Common […]
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and the Trade Facilitation Office (TFO) of Canada recently held a Market Research Validation Workshop under the project Trade for Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth (TRISEG). The four-year project, which runs from 2026 to 2030, is set to be implemented by ZDA with funding from TFO Canada and is […]
The Zambia Investment Deal Room (ZIDR) continues to gain traction, with 404 Fund Seekers and 52 Funders now registered on the digital investment matchmaking platform. Of the projects submitted, 54 are investment-ready, 19 are already in talks with potential financiers, and three have achieved partial financial close. The figures point to increased activity on the […]
Zambia Development Agency Director General, Albert Halwampa, said the agreement demonstrates the potential for private-sector participation in strengthening the country’s power supply and supporting economic development.
The partnership is aimed at facilitating the identification and promotion of investment opportunities, strengthening cooperation in exploring potential investments, sharing relevant investment information, and facilitating engagement between RGC and relevant Government institutions and stakeholders.
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry (MCTI), established under the ZDA Act No. 17 of 2022.
The ZDA draws its mandate from the Investment, Trade and Business Development (ITBD) Act No. 18
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