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News

SMART Zambia Extends Digital Government Infrastructure to Sinazongwe

Sinazongwe Town Council has received high-speed internet, communication systems, computers, and solar equipment from the e-Government Division of SMART Zambia Institute — a milestone in Zambia's Government Wide Area Network programme.

27 August 20263 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Zambia and Finland Look to Deepen Cooperation in Technology and Innovation

Zambia is moving its relationship with Finland toward greater cooperation in trade, investment, innovation, technology, and skills development — with Aalto University, Maria 01, Nokia, and Airtel already involved.

18 August 20264 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Airtel Africa Makes History as the First Operator in Africa to Commercially Launch Starlink Mobile

Airtel Africa has become the first operator on the continent to commercially launch Starlink Mobile, with the DRC leading the rollout. Here's what the partnership means for connectivity beyond traditional coverage.

17 August 20263 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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AI & Technology

AI Agents Explained: How Businesses in Zambia Can Automate Everyday Work

AI agents are moving from hype to hands-on. Here's what they actually are, what they can realistically do for a Zambian business today, and how to start small without overextending your team.

16 August 20266 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Zanaco and SMART Zambia Deepen Digital Transformation Partnership

Zanaco and the SMART Zambia Institute met on 10 August to strengthen cooperation on digital infrastructure, innovation, and expanding access to technology. Here's what the partnership means for Zambia.

13 August 20263 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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ZICTA Invites Research Through Its 2026 Call for Abstracts

ZICTA has issued its 2026 Call for Abstracts, opening the door for researchers, innovators, and academics to contribute evidence-based work to Zambia's ICT sector. Here's why this matters — and how to respond.

27 July 20263 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Lupiya Financial Services Marks a Decade of Driving Digital Financial Inclusion and Innovation

Lupiya Financial Services celebrated its 10th anniversary on 24 July 2026, reflecting on a decade of digital lending, K4.2 billion disbursed, and a bold Pan-African vision powered by AI.

26 July 20265 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Zambian Engineer Kezias Mwale Elected Secretary-General of the African Telecommunications Union

Zambia's Kezias Kazuba Mwale has been elected Secretary-General of the ATU for the 2027–2031 term, beating candidates from four other African nations. Here's what his win means for Zambia's role in Africa's digital future.

25 July 20263 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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AI & Technology

Malawi Validates Its AI Readiness Report — What Zambia Can Learn

Malawi just validated its first national AI Readiness Assessment with UNESCO. Here are the four lessons Zambia can take from a neighbouring country's approach to ethical, inclusive AI adoption.

25 July 20264 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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AI & Technology

5 Lessons for African Builders from the UBA Business Series

A Lagos panel of founders, investors, and creators agreed on what will power Africa's next billion-dollar companies. Here are the five lessons every African digital entrepreneur should take to heart.

23 July 20264 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Zambia Just Put Itself on the Global AI Map

Team Zambia reached the global finals of the 2026 AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, competing against nearly 50 countries. Here's what happened — and why it matters for Zambia's AI future.

23 July 20265 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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ProgrammesFeatured

Free AI Literacy Pilot Programme Launches in Lusaka Schools

We're bringing hands-on AI literacy workshops to secondary schools across Lusaka — at no cost. Here's what the pilot covers, who's eligible, and how your school can participate.

15 July 20264 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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AI & Technology

What Is AI Literacy — and Why Does Zambia Need It Now?

AI is reshaping how we work, learn, and live. Here's what AI literacy actually means, why it matters for Zambia's future, and how we're working to make it accessible to everyone.

28 June 20266 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Case Study

How We Built a Computer Lab for a Community School — in Under 2 Weeks

From bare classroom to fully functional digital lab. A behind-the-scenes look at our process — planning, equipment, installation, and the moment students sat down at their new workstations.

12 June 20265 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Digital Skills

5 Digital Skills Every Zambian Professional Should Have in 2026

The workplace is changing fast. From AI-assisted productivity to basic data literacy — these are the skills that will set you apart in Zambia's evolving job market.

1 June 20265 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Announcing Our Partnership with 5 New Schools in Lusaka

We're thrilled to welcome five new partner schools to our digital literacy programme. Together we'll train over 500 students and 30 teachers in the next academic term.

18 May 20263 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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Education

The Role of Technology in Zambian Education: Where We Are and Where We're Going

An honest look at the state of educational technology in Zambia — the progress made, the gaps that remain, and what it will take to give every learner access to digital tools.

2 May 20267 min readPallow Habwela Hamavhwa
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