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Inaugural Zambia Capital Markets Conference

We were proud to be part of the inaugural Zambia Capital Markets Conference taking place in Livingstone, where we joined the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE), regulators, listed companies, and industry leaders to exchange ideas on building a more inclusive and resilient capital markets ecosystem. During the conference, our Chief Commercial Officer, Chali Mwefyeni, spoke on […]

Official launch of the IDC Intra-Group Marketplace

The Zanaco Team, led by our Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Kalaluka Itwi joined Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) investee companies and subsidiaries at the official launch of the IDC Intra-Group Marketplace. This strategic platform is designed to foster collaboration, retain value within the Group, and strengthen sustainable value chains across sectors. The event, held under the […]

Launch of Maano Virtual Farmers Market App

We are delighted to share the success of the Maano Virtual Farmers Market App which was launched in Mumbwa this week. The launch event was graced by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, who was represented by the Director of ICT, Mr. Frank Kalemba. Speaking at the launch, our CEO, Mukwandi Chibesakunda commended […]

World Savings and Retail Banks Institute Social Week

This September, we joined fellow member institutions of the World Savings and Retail Banks Institute (WSBI) for the first ever WSBI Social Week – a global initiative aimed at driving coordinated community action across member banks. To mark the week, we donated reusable pads to 500 girls across Zambia, starting at Chakanda Primary School in […]

Zanaco Shareholder Day 2025

We hosted the Zanaco Shareholder Day, reaffirming our commitment to putting our shareholders first. We shared key insights into the bank’s performance and outlined strategic initiatives aimed at sustaining our market leadership. Our shareholders also benefited from an informative session led by the Lusaka Stock Exchange, which explored the current investment landscape and highlighted opportunities […]

USD 250 million syndicated facility for United Capital Fertiliser

We celebrated the successful close of a USD 250 million syndicated facility for United Capital Fertiliser — the largest locally arranged syndication in Zambia’s history. Zanaco proudly served as Lead Arranger and Majority Lender, working in collaboration with Stanbic Bank, Access Bank, First National Bank, Indo Zambia Bank, Ecobank, Zambia Industrial Commercial Bank, and African […]

Courtesy Call on CCPC

Our CEO, Mukwandi Chibesakunda, paid a courtesy call on the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission Executive Director, Eunice Phiri Hamavhwa, to explore areas of collaboration. The meeting reaffirmed Zanaco’s dedication to partnerships that promote fair competition and contribute to Zambia’s economic development.

2025 Mopani Women in Mining Forum and B2B Exhibition

We were proud to sponsor the 2025 Mopani Women in Mining Forum and B2B Exhibition, held under the theme “Forging Pathways, Building Sustainable Partnerships & Creating A Lasting Legacy for Women in Mining”. Our Head Mines and Metals, Gideon Chibwe highlighted that this partnership emphasizes our commitment to empowering women leaders, supporting inclusive development and […]

2025 Banking and Finance Conference

We joined the banking fraternity at the 2025 Banking and Finance Conference in Livingstone, co hosted by the Zambia Institute of Banking and Finance and Bankers Association of Zambia, under the theme “Banking on Tomorrow: Navigating Global Innovation and Sustainability”. The conference provided a valuable platform to engage on the future of banking and strengthen […]