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 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.
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.
Zambia has taken another step towards attracting private investment into the energy sector following the signing of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) between EnerSynk Group and ZESCO Limited, with the project expected to channel 500 megawatts (MW) of electricity onto the national grid.Speaking at the signing Ceremony, Zambia Development Agency Director General, Albert Halwampa said […]
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) has signed an Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (IPPA) with Ndola Vioqua Energy Company Limited for the development of a 450 MW thermal power plant in Ndola valued at USD 450 million. At the signing ceremony, ZDA Director General Mr Albert Halwampa commended the company for investing in baseload power […]
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA), in collaboration with apexBrasil, the Embassy of Brazil in Lusaka, and Brazil’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, hosted the Zambia – Brazil Investment and Trade Business Forum to strengthen trade and investment relations between Zambia and Brazil. Officiating at the forum, Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry Permanent Secretary for Investment […]
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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