PRESIDENT HICHILEMA TAKES OATH, PROMISES MORE DEVELOPMENT IN SECOND TERM
LUSAKA – President Hakainde Hichilema has been sworn in for a second term, pledging to accelerate economic growth, create jobs and ensure that development reaches every Zambian household. President Hichilema said his second term would build on what he described as the restoration of stability and laying of foundations during his first five years […]
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE ACCREDITS SOUTH AFRICA’S DEFENCE ADVISOR
The Ministry of Defence has accredited South Africa’s newly appointed Defence Advisor accredited to the Republic of Zambia, Colonel Ditebogo Phyllia Nare. Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary Mr. Maambo Haamaundu signed the accreditation certificate this afternoon in Lusaka. And Mr. Haamaundu has urged Col Nare to continue working towards the enhancement of the partnership […]
ZAMBIA PRESENTS TRADE AND INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO SOUTH AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERS
The Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) hosted a high-level regional trade engagement titled “Trading with Neighbouring Countries and Zambia” at FNB Fairlands in Johannesburg in August 2026. Zambia used the meeting to present investment opportunities and explain recent economic developments to South African business leaders. The Zambia High Commission in Pretoria was represented […]
DIPLOMATIC COMMUNITY PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE DR. GUY SCOTT
Members of the diplomatic community have continued to sign the book of condolence opened at the Zambia High Commission in Pretoria following the passing of former Vice-President and Acting President, Dr. Guy Lindsay Scott. Representatives of various countries visited the Mission today to pay their respects and convey messages of sympathy to the Government […]
ZAMBIA, MBEKI FOUNDATION EXPLORE PRESERVATION OF KAUNDA’S LEGACY
Zambia’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Her Excellency Ms. Grace Mutembo, has paid a courtesy call on former South African President, His Excellency Mr. Thabo Mbeki. The two exchanged views on the historical relationship between Zambia and South Africa, regional cooperation and the importance of preserving Africa’s shared heritage. During the meeting, Mr. Mbeki spoke […]
ZAMBIA OFFICIALS STRENGTHEN EVIDENCE-BASED POLICY SKILLS AT REGIONAL TRAINING
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Cabinet Office Permanent Secretary for Policy Analysis and Coordination, Mr. Bernard Kamphasa, and Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry Permanent Secretary for Investment and Industrialisation, Mr. Crusivia Hichikumba, participated in a regional training programme on Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) held in Johannesburg.. The three-day programme, organised by the Copenhagen Consensus Center, brought […]
ZAMBIA HIGH COMMISSION, WITS BUSINESS SCHOOL EXPLORE AREAS OF COOPERATION
The Zambia High Commission in Pretoria and Wits Business School (WBS) have identified trade, investment, policy research and executive education among key areas for future collaboration aimed at strengthening economic relations between Zambia and South Africa. During the engagement, the Zambian High Commissioner to South Africa, Her Excellency Ms. Grace Mutembo, paid a courtesy call […]
REGISTRATION OF ZAMBIANS IN SOUTH AFRICA
The Zambia High Commission encourages Zambian nationals residing in South Africa to register on the Zambia SA Group online platform. The platform provides an opportunity for Zambians across South Africa to connect, engage, share information, and remain informed on matters of interest to the Zambian community. Registration is quick and easy and can be completed […]
ZAMBIA HIGH COMMISSION PROMOTES SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN SOUTH AFRICA
The Zambia High Commission in Pretoria, through its Education Department, led by First Secretary (Education) Dr. Francis Chishala, undertook a four-day official visit to the University of Cape Town and Stellenbosch University . The visit, organized in collaboration with Empiras Global, focused on strengthening academic cooperation, enhancing support for Zambian students studying in South Africa, […]
ZAMBIA AND SOUTH AFRICA STRENGTHEN ENVIRONMENTAL COOPERATION THROUGH TREE PLANTING INITIATIVE
Pretoria, South Africa – The Zambia High Commission in Pretoria took part in the official launch of South Africa’s Presidential One Billion Trees Programme, reaffirming Zambia’s support for environmental protection and regional cooperation on climate action. Deputy High Commissioner Ms. Ruth Dante represented Zambia at the event, which was held at the Pretoria National Botanical […]