16+
Years of Impact
580+
Partners Collaborated With
10
Provinces Covered
50k+
Lives Touched
100%
Local Solutions
About Us
The Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) for Civil Society was established as a not-for-profit private company limited by guarantee under the Companies Act Chapter 388 of the Laws of Zambia in July 2009. ZGF was formed to strengthen the institutional capacity and autonomy of civil society organisations (CSO) to engage actively in policy processes and undertake advocacy on behalf of the poor and socially excluded people in Zambia. In 2017, community philanthropy emerged as a new pillar of work following exposure to the concept of community philanthropy promoted by the Global Fund for Community Foundations. The organisation has started engaging in community-led development initiatives using community philanthropy as one of the key strategies. In this new direction, ZGF still remains committed to civil society organisations (CSO) support through various mechanisms including sub-granting and capacity building.
Vision
A Zambian society where local communities realise their rights and shape their own development.
Mission
Local communities and civil society with strengthened capacities to unlock and utilise available resources.
Our Programmatic Pillars
The core strategies driving community-led development across Zambia.
CSO Support
Building the capacity of local organisations to practice active citizenship.
Explore Strategy āStrengthening Communities
Empowering communities to lead their own development and hold the state accountable.
Explore Strategy āCommunity Philanthropy
Advocating for the growth of formal and informal philanthropic giving in Zambia.
Explore Strategy āSocial Media Highlights
All Highlights
š¢ CALL FOR CONSULTANCY: FACILITIES & EQUIPMENT ASSESSMENT CONSULTANT The Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) is inviting qualified and experienced consultants to submit proposals for a Facilities & Equipment Assessment of an aluminium pot manufacturing site in Lusaka. We are seeking consultants with demonstrated experience in facility audits, equipment gap analysis, manufacturing site assessments, and occupational health, safety and environmental standards. The assignment will inform a prioritized improvement plan aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, workplace safety and the long-term sustainability of the manufacturing operation. Interested consultants are encouraged to review the attached Terms of Reference (ToR) for detailed information on the assignment scope, qualifications, deliverables and application requirements. Read TORs here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/vsarzlls7kjbresvjofs6/ToRs_Consultant_Assessment_Baela.pdf?rlkey=klfovkqr0m9115okcejge4t8x&st=fxxnqhxh&dl=0 š§ Applications should be submitted to: happiness.moyo@zgf.org.zm and thomas.hirl@zgf.org.zm Application deadline: 8th July, 2026 #ConsultancyOpportunity #Engineering #Manufacturing #FacilityAssessment #OccupationalSafety #IndustrialManagement #ZGF #Zambia
Today, ZGF, along with our partners STAR-Ghana Foundation , West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) and Tilitonse Foundation, are participating in a Resource Mobilization Initiative Ideation Session. The session brings together partners to exchange ideas, share experiences and explore innovative approaches to resource mobilization that can strengthen local civil society organizations. By learning from one another and co creating practical solutions, we are working towards more sustainable, resilient, and locally led development. Together, we are shaping new possibilities for stronger communities across the region. #ZGF #ResourceMobilization #Partnerships #CommunityFoundations #Localization #CivilSociety
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Featured Initiatives
Explore some of the local solutions we are supporting across Zambia.
The Shifting the Power Programme
So far, ZGF has worked with 50 CSOs in Zambia under the STP programme
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Youth-led Entrepreneurship and Cooperative Development
ZGF has been working with youth groups in Chawama, George and Mandevu peri-urban neighbourhoods of Lusaka.
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Supporting the Development of Community Foundation
ZGF has been working with 10 Community Foundations in Rufunsa, Luangwa, Chibombo and Chisamba districts.
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Join us in our mission to strengthen civil society and promote good governance across Zambia. Contact us at info@zgf.org.zm for partnership inquiries.