The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA), in partnership with Petauke Town Council, the Petauke Chamber of Commerce, and the Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA), successfully conducted a Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Capacity Building Training on bidding for Government tenders from 30th March to 1st April, 2026. A total of 50 local contractors and suppliers were trained […]
Under President Hakainde Hichilema’s focused and decisive leadership, the country has experienced a turnaround driven by strong private sector growth and increased foreign direct investment (FDI).
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) has applauded global investment firm Imbono for its commitment to channel significant investment into Zambia’s priority economic sectors, including infrastructure development, energy, water resources, and the establishment of economic zones. Speaking during the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ZDA and Imbono, ZDA Director Albert Halwampa said […]
The event will bring together government officials, industry leaders, and ICT enterprises from both nations to explore strategic partnerships, investment opportunities, and collaborative pathways for advancing the continent’s digital transformation agenda
Zambia and Japan have strengthened their growing economic partnership following the successful hosting of the Zambia–Japan Business Forum in Lusaka, which brought together 21 Japanese investors, senior government officials, and Zambian private‑sector leaders. The forum builds on progress made during President Hakainde Hichilema’s state visit to Japan in February 2025, which paved the way for […]
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and the Luapula Provincial Administration have intensified preparations for the 2026 Luapula Investment Expo, signaling strong momentum toward delivering a transformative investment platform for the province. Luapula Province Minister, Eng. Nasson Musonda paid a courtesy call on ZDA Director General, Albert Halwampa, to consolidate a strategic roadmap aimed at positioning […]
This comprehensive training is placing strong emphasis on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and business management, ensuring that beneficiaries are not only prepared to receive financial support but are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively utilise it.
The Ghana–Zambia Business Dialogue, graced by Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, and His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama of the Republic of Ghana, marked a major milestone in strengthening bilateral trade and investment cooperation between the two nations. The dialogue, held as part of President Mahama’s visit, led to the successful […]
The long dormant Mulungushi Textile Factory in Kabwe is finally set to resume full operations next month, nearly 20 years after it closed and just ten months after the installation of new state of the art machinery worth about US$140 million. Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry Chipoka Mulenga, confirmed that President Hakainde Hichilema will […]
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) has officially launched the second edition of the Invest Zambia International Conference (IZIC) 2026, reaffirming Government’s commitment to positioning Zambia as a competitive and attractive destination for investment. Building on the success of the inaugural conference held last year, IZIC 2026 will serve as a high level platform that convenes […]
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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