Future-Preneurs Zambia (FPSZ) is a unique and dynamic membership-based, non-profit organization operating in the Copperbelt Province of Zambia. Established in 2011 and officially registered in 2016 under the National Youth Development Council (NYDC) Act No. 13, Cap 144 of 1994.
Upholding transparency and responsibility in all operations and initiatives to ensure trust and integrity in everything we do.
Promoting fairness and inclusion for marginalized groups, especially women and youth, ensuring equal opportunities for participation and growth.
Leveraging creativity and sustainable solutions to address community challenges and create lasting positive impact.
Strengthening the capacities of vulnerable communities to shape their own futures and participate actively in development.
Map showing the location of Mufulira, Zambia, where Future-Preneurs Zambia operates.
Funded by ActionAid Zambia with support from Swedish International Cooperation Agency.
The project empowered women, youths, and persons living with disabilities to actively participate in climate justice and natural resource governance initiatives.
Funded by Mufulira Municipal Council
The project improved public understanding of Constituency Development Fund processes and strengthened governance, transparancy and community participation in local development.
Funded By: AU-EU Voice Lab
Addressing the exclusion of marginalized youth in rural Zambia from policy decision-making and civic participation.
Funded By: THE CARTER CENTER
To empower Women Environmental Rights Defenders (WERDs) by equipping them with knowledge, financial capacity, and advocacy tools to actively lead climate action and environmental governance in their communities.
Funded By: Mufulira Municipal Council
Strengthen good governance, transparency, and citizen participation in local development by improving community access to and understanding of CDF guidelines in Mufulira District.
Funded By: ActionAid Zambia with support from Swedish International Cooperation Agency.
Empower young people, women and persons with disabilities, in Zambia's mining regions to actively participate in natural resource governance and climate justice, ensuring their rights are protected, and fostering sustainable development within their communities by 2028.
Funded By: Global Green Grant
Advocate and lobby for reforms and implementation of legal and institutional reforms aimed at providing judicial and quasi-judicial practices and decisions responsible to enviromental justice, human enviromental rights and protection.
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𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐙) 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐋) 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐋𝐨𝐝𝐠𝐞, 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐋𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐚.
𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗳 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗔𝗶𝗱 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮, 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗔𝗶𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗗𝗔, 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗿𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹, 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗼-𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴-𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮.
𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐙) 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞, 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐋𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐚. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐏𝐙) 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐄𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧.
𝐌𝐮𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 (𝐂𝐃𝐅) 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚, 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐰𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬.
𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐙 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐂𝐃𝐅 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐮𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥.
𝐖𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬.
𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐙) 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐌𝐄𝐀𝐋) 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐋𝐨𝐝𝐠𝐞, 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐋𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐚.
FPSZ was represented by Mr. Martin Bwalya Kampamba, Executive Director, and Mr. Timothy Chitalu, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer. The workshop has brought together implementing partners from across the Copperbelt Province who are delivering community-focused initiatives with support from The Carter Center.
The engagement provides an important platform for partners to reflect on project achievements, share lessons learned, discuss challenges, and strengthen monitoring and accountability systems that contribute to sustainable development outcomes. Through collaborative learning and knowledge exchange, participating organizations are enhancing their capacity to deliver impactful, evidence-based interventions that respond to the needs of communities.
Future-Preneurs Zambia values the continued partnership and support provided by The Carter Center and remains committed to promoting excellence in project implementation, accountability, learning, and community impact.
🤝 Together, we are strengthening local organizations, improving development effectiveness, and creating lasting positive change in the communities we serve.
𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐟 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐀𝐢𝐝 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚, 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐀𝐢𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐃𝐀, 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥, 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐨-𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠-𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚.
The discussion examined the effects of exploitative and non-compliant mining practices on communities, ecosystems and local livelihoods. Young people who were on the panel shared firsthand experiences and perspectives on environmental degradation, pollution, and associated public health challenges affecting mining-affected communities.
The programme provided a platform for amplifying community voices and advocating for stronger environmental governance, corporate accountability, reparative justice, sustainable mining practices and the protection of community rights, health and livelihoods.
𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐙) 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞, 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞, 𝐋𝐮𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐚. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
FPSZ was represented by Mr. Martin Bwalya Kampamba, Executive Director, and Mr. Timothy Chitalu, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer, who engaging with fellow development partners, environmental advocates, and community leaders on issues affecting environmental protection and sustainable development.
World Environment Day serves as an important platform for promoting awareness and collective action towards addressing environmental challenges while strengthening partnerships that contribute to resilient and sustainable communities.
As an organization, Future-Preneurs Zambia remains committed to empowering communities, particularly women and young people, to become active participants in climate action, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development initiatives.
🤝 We are grateful to The Carter Center for creating opportunities for learning, collaboration, and collective action towards a healthier and more sustainable environment for all.
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𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐏𝐙) 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐄𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧.
The meeting aimed to strengthen understanding of the link between children's rights, environmental protection, and climate action. Participants explored how environmental challenges affect children's well-being and discussing practical solutions that promote sustainable development, climate resilience, and a healthier future for all.
As an organization committed to youth empowerment and sustainable development, FPZ values this opportunity to learn, network, and contribute to efforts that safeguard both the environment and the rights of children.
Together, we can inspire positive action, protect our natural resources, and build a climate-resilient future for the next generation.
𝐌𝐮𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 (𝐂𝐃𝐅) 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚, 𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐰𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬.
The outreach covered 𝙆𝙖𝙛𝙞𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙖, 𝙆𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙨𝙬𝙖 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙪𝙗𝙪𝙧𝙗𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, where residents were sensitized on the purpose, benefits and opportunities available through the CDF.
Community members received information on skills development bursaries, empowerment grants for youth and women, community projects and local infrastructure development.
As part of the education awareness, CDF information brochures were distributed to enhance public understanding and access to key information. The initiative also showcased successful CDF-funded projects and encouraged citizens to actively participate in planning, monitoring, and benefiting from development initiatives in their communities.
"𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐎𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩"
𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐙), 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥,
𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 (𝐂𝐃𝐅) 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰
𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐮𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐫𝐚.
The official flagging-off ceremony was led by the Mufulira District Commissioner, while the
Mufulira Municipal Council was represented by the Town Clerk, demonstrating the strong collaboration
between local authorities and civil society in promoting citizen awareness and participation in development programs.
Following the launch, the roadshow team conducted community sensitization with the distribution of CDF impact brochures in key
public spaces across Mufulira, including:
📍 Kawama East Market
📍 Kamuchanga Bus Station
📍 Mufulira Main Bus Station
The roadshows focused on raising public awareness about the impact and opportunities available under Constituency Development
Fund (CDF), encouraging community participation, and promoting transparency and accessibility in local development initiatives.
The event also attracted media coverage from Mafken TV and Yours FM, helping to amplify outreach and ensure wider
dissemination of information to community members across the district.
This partnership between Future-Preneurs Zambia and the Mufulira Municipal Council reflects a shared commitment
to community empowerment, citizen engagement, and inclusive local development.
🤝 Together, we continue to strengthen community awareness and ensure that citizens are informed and actively involved in development opportunities within their communities.
The training, facilitated by Mr. Timothy Chitalu (MEAL Officer), focused on climate resilience, environmental stewardship, and the role young people and communities play in protecting environmental rights and promoting sustainable development.
Participants engaged in discussions on community responses to climate change and advancing environmental justice at grassroots level.
𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐙 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
Future-Preneurs Zambia FPSZ proudly participated in International youth Day commemoration on 12 March 2026 in Mufulira District, an important platform that brought together young people, civic leaders, and development partners to celebrate and reflect on the role of youth in national development.
The event also marked a significant
milestone with the launch of the 𝗔𝗨–𝗘𝗨 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲, aimed at amplifying the voices of hard-to-reach youths and people living with disabilities strengthening youth participation
in governance and community development.
Our participation was made possible through the support of Restles Development under the African Union-European Union Youth Cooperation Hub project,
which seeks to empower young people and create inclusive opportunities for youth engagement.
During the event, the keynote address delivered by the Mayor of Mufulira, Mr. Kamanga, emphasized the importance of youth empowerment through practical
skills and entrepreneurship. He encouraged young people who have benefited from skills training under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) to take
advantage of the program by applying for grants to establish small businesses using the skills they have acquired.
The event highlighted the critical role of partnerships in supporting youth empowerment and reaffirmed the commitment of stakeholders to ensuring that
young people are equipped with the opportunities and resources needed to thrive.
Future-Preneurs Zambia remains committed to working with partners and communities to promote youth participation, leadership, and sustainable development.
Future-Preneurs Zambia (FPSZ) successfully conducted a Capacity Building Workshop on Electoral Systems in Muffulira Zambia
and Civic Engagement, bringing together youths, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)
to strengthen their knowledge and participation in democratic and governance processes.
The training was implemented under the African Union–European Union Youth Cooperation Hub (AU–EU Youth Project),
which aims to amplify the voices of hard-to-reach youths and promote meaningful youth participation in governance and
decision-making processes. The initiative is supported by Restless Development and its partners who remain committed to empowering young people across the region.
During the workshop, several key presentations were delivered by the Future-Preneurs Zambia team:
Mr. Martin Bwalya Kampamba, Executive Director of Future-Preneurs Zambia, delivered a comprehensive presentation on
Electoral Systems and Electoral Reforms in Zambia, highlighting the importance of understanding democratic processes and ongoing reform discussions.
Mr. Shadrick Mofya, the Project Lead Manager, presented on Understanding Leadership and Civic Participation in Local
Structures of Governance, emphasizing the role of young people in strengthening local governance systems and accountability.
Mr. Timothy Chitalu, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer at Future-Preneurs Zambia,
facilitated a session on Civic Engagement and Participation, focusing on empowering citizens, especially young people to
actively engage in policy processes and democratic spaces.
The training received an overwhelmingly positive response from participants, particularly youths, Persons with Disabilities,
and Civil Society Organizations, who actively engaged in discussions and knowledge-sharing throughout the workshop.
This successful engagement reflects Future-Preneurs Zambia’s continued commitment to strengthening civic awareness, promoting
inclusive participation, and building the capacity of young leaders to actively contribute to democratic governance in Zambia.
We remain grateful to our partners and stakeholders for their continued support inadvancing youth empowerment and inclusive governance.
Future-Preneurs Zambia (FPSZ) successfully conducted a capacity building training under the “Amplifying the Voice of Hard-to-Reach Youths and Persons living with Disability” initiative, implemented through the African Union–European Union Youth Cooperation Hub (AU–EU Youth Voice Lab Project) in Solwezi.
The training was held at Bishop Potern Hall at the Catholic Diocese of Solwezi and brought together a diverse group of participants, including representatives from the Solwezi Municipal Council, the Electoral Commission of Zambia, youths from different wards, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
The session focused on strengthening participants’ capacity in civic engagement, leadership, and inclusive participation in governance processes, with particular emphasis on ensuring that marginalized and hard-to-reach youths are meaningfully involved in decision-making spaces. Notably, the training also resulted in the formation of a Quasi Council for Youth in Solwezi, a key milestone aimed at enhancing youth coordination, representation, and engagement with local governance structures.
This engagement reflects Future-Preneurs Zambia’s continued commitment to fostering inclusive dialogue, strengthening partnerships with key institutions, and empowering young people with the knowledge and tools necessary to actively participate in democratic processes.
We remain grateful for the continued support from Restless Development and partners in advancing youth-led initiatives across Zambia.
🤝 Together, we are amplifying youth voices and driving inclusive development.
Future-Preneurs Zambia (FPSZ) successfully conducted a Capacity Building Training on Climate Action Awareness in Kalusale Community, Kalulushi District, as part of the implementation of the Women in Climate Action (SheRise) Project.
The training brought together Women Environmental Rights Defenders (WERDs), providing a platform to strengthen
their knowledge, skills, and leadership in addressing climate change and environmental challenges affecting their communities.
The activity was graced by the Area Councillor, Hon. Bertha Mulenga, whose presence reaffirmed the importance of local leadership in advancing climate action and community development initiatives.
In his opening remarks, the FPSZ Director, Mr. Martin Bwalya Kampamba, emphasized the critical role of women in championing climate action, particularly in communities like Kalusale that have been significantly affected by environmental pollution. He highlighted that empowering women with knowledge and tools is essential for building resilient communities and promoting sustainable environmental practices.
The training focused on increasing awareness of climate change, its local impacts, and practical community-based solutions, while also encouraging active participation of women in environmental governance and advocacy.
This engagement marks a significant step toward strengthening community resilience, gender-responsive climate action, and
environmental justice in mining-affected areas.
𝑭𝑷𝑺𝒁 𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒆𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔, 𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒘𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉, 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒄𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒅𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕.
Future-Preneurs Zambia (FPSZ) is a unique and dynamic membership-based, non-profit organization operating on the Copperbelt Province of Zambia. Established in 2011 and officially registered in 2016 under the National Youth Development Council (NYDC) Act No. 13, Cap 144 of 1994.
FPSZ is dedicated to advocacy, economic governance, and promoting social accountability, Tax Justice, Human Rights, and Climate Justice. Through a combination of advocacy efforts and community-driven initiatives, FPSZ seeks to empower youths and women, aiming to promote equitable and pro-poor policies that enhance the livelihoods of vulnerable communities, particularly in Mufulira and across Zambia.
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2016 under NYDC Act No.13 Cap 144
Youths, Women and People Living With Disability
Mufulira and Across Zambia
Mufulira, meaning "Place of Abundance", is a historic mining town located in the Copperbelt Province of Zambia with a population of approximately 162,889 people (2021 census).
The town was established in the 1930s around the site of the Mufulira Copper Mine located on its north-western edge.
Mufulira is strategically positioned about 16 km from the border of the Democratic Republic of the Congo . It also serves as an important gateway connecting the Copperbelt Province to Luapula Province, making Luapula part of Mufulira’s commercial hinterland.
The town is well connected by road infrastructure:
These connections make Mufulira an important economic and social hub for surrounding communities, which is why Future-Preneurs Zambia focuses its community empowerment and governance programs in this area and across Zambia.
Map showing the location of Mufulira, Zambia, where Future-Preneurs Zambia operates.
FPSZ is governed by a Board of Directors that provides strategic oversight and ensures that the organization remains mission-driven and accountable to its members and stakeholders. The day-to-day operations are managed by an executive team led by the Executive Director, with specialized teams responsible for program implementation, monitoring and evaluation, finance, and communication.
FPSZ Executive Board 2026
FPSZ Management Team 2026
On 4th September 2025, Future-Preneurs Zambia (FPSZ) launched the Village Chicken Empowerment Initiative under the theme “Hope of Youth at Door Step,” aimed at improving livelihoods among youths and women through sustainable poultry production. The initiative was designed to promote income generation, enhance household food security, and empower beneficiaries with practical, low-cost agricultural skills.
Through this project, 20 youths were supported with startup poultry packages consisting of 10 village chicks each, starter feed, and vaccination support. The project adopted a “pass-on” model where beneficiaries, after six months, return one mature chicken to support new participants.
The project recorded strong success, with all beneficiaries actively engaged in poultry farming, improving income opportunities, food security, and skills development while strengthening community cooperation.
The initiative has had economic, social, and household-level impact, improving self-reliance, boosting confidence among youths, and enhancing nutrition for families.
FPSZ appreciates Heinz and family for their support and Zikulu Nkuku for supplying quality chicks.
Despite challenges such as limited resources and disease risks, the initiative remains a sustainable and scalable model for youth empowerment.
Mufulira Natural Resource Governance Committee Secretary
Before the project, Adrian Nsama had no practical skills and no capital to start a business. Opportunities felt distant, and self-reliance seemed out of reach. That changed when the project introduced him to structured training, hands-on mentorship, and the support of a community savings group.
Through the skills he acquired, Adrian established a small but growing enterprise focused on raising and selling tree seedlings, contributing not only to his household income but also to environmental sustainability in his community. With access to savings and financial discipline learned through the group, he diversified his income further by starting a small trade in paraffin, sold in affordable quantities to meet local demand.
Today, Adrian supports his family with dignity and confidence. His journey has transformed how he is perceived and how he sees himself. Once underestimated, he is now a respected example of determination, opportunity, and community support. His story continues to inspire many young people and women in his community to rise, lead, and thrive.
Thank you to ActionAid Zambia and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency for your invaluable support in making this possible. Your commitment continues to create meaningful opportunities and positive change in our communities.
Kalumbila Natural Resource Governance Committee Member
When the Future-Preneurs Zambia team arrived in Kalumbila, it opened a door of opportunity for one aspiring woman entrepreneur who was eager to learn and take-action. Attending the training workshop organized by FPSZ became a turning point—transforming knowledge into a real, income-generating venture.
During the workshop, participants received an allowance. Instead of spending the money, this woman made a bold decision: to invest in a fruit orchard. Using the allowance, she purchased seedling and began planting lemon, mango, pawpaw, orange, and guava trees at home.
“From the same money we were given, I bought these plants to start an orchard. I am very thankful to FPSZ for the training—they really did a good job. Very soon I will start harvesting and earning income,” the participant shared with excitement.
Today, the orchard is growing, representing not just fruit trees but a future built on knowledge, initiative, and smart investment. This story highlights how even small support, when combined with the right training and motivation, can spark sustainable livelihoods and inspire entrepreneurship.
This success would not have been possible without the generous support of ActionAid Zambia and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency. We are grateful for their partnership in empowering communities and transforming lives.
Mufulira Natural Resource Governance Committee Member
Josephine Nsekwila, a committed member of her Community Savings Group in Mufulira, is strengthening her small business and improving her family’s livelihood through access to affordable financing.
Already operating a shop in Kawama, Josephine wanted to increase her stock to meet customer demand and grow her income. Through the savings group, she accessed a loan of K1,000, which she invested in essential fast-selling items, including trays of eggs, sugar, and cooking oil for resale.
The added stock quickly made a difference. With more products available, Josephine attracted more customers and improved her daily sales, helping her better support her household while keeping her business active and competitive.
Josephine says the Community Savings Group has given her the support and confidence to strengthen her shop and plan for further growth. She hopes to continue expanding her business so it can reliably serve the Kawama community and provide long-term stability for her family.
Thank you to ActionAid Zambia and Sida for making this initiative possible through your continued support and partnership.
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Kasempa Natural Resource Governance Committee Secretary
Florence, the Secretary of the Kasempa Natural Resource Governance Committee and an active member of her Community Savings Group, is demonstrating how access to small loans can create meaningful economic opportunities.
Determined to improve her income and support her household, Florence obtained a K500 loan from her Community Savings Group and invested it in a small clothing business. She carefully selected clothing items that were in demand within her community and began selling them to local customers.
Her commitment and business skills quickly paid off. After selling her stock, Florence earned a profit of K500, effectively doubling her initial investment. The success not only increased her income but also boosted her confidence as an entrepreneur.
“The loan gave me the opportunity to start something of my own. Making a profit from my first sales showed me that with determination and support, I can continue growing my business,” Florence shared.
Encouraged by this achievement, Florence plans to reinvest her earnings, expand her stock, and reach more customers. Her journey highlights the power of Community Savings Groups in providing accessible financing and empowering women to build sustainable livelihoods.
Florence’s story is a testament to how small financial opportunities, combined with hard work and determination, can lead to lasting change for individuals, families, and communities.
Thank you to ActionAid Zambia and Sida for your invaluable support in making this opportunity a reality. Your partnership continues to transform lives and strengthen communities.
Mufulira Natural Resource Governance Committee Member
Ethel Kabamba, a member of the Mufulira Community Savings Group, is proving that small opportunities can lead to meaningful progress.
With the desire to start her own income-generating activity, Ethel accessed a loan of K700 from the savings group and used it to launch a small perfume business. She selected her products and began selling within her community, focusing on quality and affordability to attract customers.
Her effort paid off. After her first round of sales, Ethel made a profit of K700, successfully doubling her initial investment. The earnings have strengthened her confidence and provided much-needed support for her personal and household needs.
Encouraged by this success, Ethel now plans to reinvest in the business, increase her stock, and expand her customer base. She believes the Community Savings Group has given her the financial boost and encouragement needed to build a sustainable livelihood.
Thank you to ActionAid Zambia, with support from Sida, for empowering communities and creating lasting impact.
Mufulira Natural Resource Governance Committee Member
When Natasha joined the Community Savings, she was driven by a simple but powerful desire to build a better future for herself and her family. What she did, she didn’t know that this decision would soon open the door to new opportunities, confidence, and financial independence.
After participating in a capacity-building training, Natasha and other members were introduced to the concept of community savings groups. With renewed motivation and practical financial skills, the group was strengthened through an empowerment fund of K7,500, giving members a real chance to turn knowledge into action.
Natasha applied for a loan of K700 from the savings group. She invested it in a small but strategic business: selling fresh vegetables, fresh maize, and fried cassava within her community.
She generated a profit of K500, proving not only the viability of her business but also her own resilience and entrepreneurial spirit. The income has helped her contribute to household needs and support her family, reducing financial pressure and increasing her sense of stability and pride.
She plans to reinvest her earnings, expand her stock, and grow her customer base. More importantly, her journey reflects the wider impact of community savings groups empowering members, strengthening livelihoods, and turning small loans into meaningful change.
Natasha’s story is a reminder that when women are given access to knowledge, financial tools, and supportive community structures, they do more than improve their own lives they uplift families and inspire others to believe in what is possible.
Thank you to ActionAid Zambia and Sida for your invaluable support in making this opportunity a reality. Your partnership continues to transform lives and strengthen communities.
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