16+

Years of Impact

580+

Partners Collaborated With

10

Provinces Covered

1.5M+

Lives Touched

100%

Local Solutions

About Us
National Champion

About Us

The Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) is a Zambian non-governmental organisation established in 2009. Our primary goal is to strengthen the capacity of Zambian civil society organisations to participate more effectively in governance and development processes.

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.

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Strengthening Communities

Empowering communities to lead their own development and hold the state accountable.

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Community Philanthropy

Advocating for the growth of formal and informal philanthropic giving in Zambia.

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Social Media Highlights

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ZGF
Jun 1, 2026

. 🚆✨ Zambia’s first-ever Entrepreneurship Train! In four days, #ZGF is pleased to be officially launching the Zambia Entrepreneurship Train, a pioneering initiative that is putting youth entrepreneurship, innovation and local tourism on track. From 6th to 9th June 2026, a cohort of young entrepreneurs will embark on a unique journey from Lusaka to Livingstone, transforming a railway journey into a mobile platform for learning, mentorship, networking and opportunity. The Entrepreneurship Train is designed to empower young people with practical business skills, connect them to mentors and markets and showcase the role of entrepreneurship in driving community development and local economic growth. We are pleased to partner with @Zambia Railways Limited on this initiative. 📍 Flagship Launch: 5th June 2026 🚆 Journey: Lusaka to Livingstone | 6th–9th June 2026 The countdown has begun. The future is on board! #zgf #EntrepreneurshipTrain #YouthEmpowerment #Entrepreneurship #LocalTourism #ShiftingThePower #Zambia Comic Relief Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office The Healing Balm Foundation Aim-Higher Youth Cooperative - Zambia Teenage Sensitization Community Based Organization Prisoners Future Foundation ACT Ubumbano SGS Consulting

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ZGF
Jun 1, 2026

In our continued efforts to promote sustainable livelihoods and environmental responsibility, we partnered with Green Cosmos Zambia - GRECO to conduct a “Waste to Wealth” training for our waste management groups. ♻️ The training aimed at equipping our youths with practical knowledge and skills on how waste can be transformed into economic opportunities through recycling, reusing and other innovative waste management practices. Through this initiative, participants gained insights into sustainable waste management, environmental conservation, and income-generating opportunities that can help strengthen community livelihoods while keeping our environment clean. Together, we continue to champion community-led solutions that create both social and environmental impact. #zgf #WasteToWealth #GreenEconomy #EnvironmentalSustainability #WasteManagement #CommunityDevelopment #GreenCosmosZambia

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ZGF
May 22, 2026

Today, we join the world in commemorating the International Day for Biological Diversity, a day that marks the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity in 1992 in Brazil. This year’s theme, “Acting Locally for Global Impact," reminds us that meaningful environmental action begins within our own communities through collective responsibility, local solutions and inclusive participation. It also calls on countries and stakeholders to continue implementing the 23 targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework aimed at protecting ecosystems and promoting sustainable development. Zambia recently demonstrated this commitment through the launch of the Third National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP III), which brought together various stakeholders in advancing biodiversity conservation efforts. #InternationalDayForBiodiversity #BiodiversityDay #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CommunityLedDevelopment

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Featured Initiatives

Explore some of the local solutions we are supporting across Zambia.

The Shifting the Power Programme

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

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

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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Ready to Make a Difference?

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.