16+
Years of Impact
580+
Partners Collaborated With
10
Provinces Covered
1.5M+
Lives Touched
100%
Local Solutions

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.
Explore Strategy →Strengthening Communities
Empowering communities to lead their own development and hold the state accountable.
Explore Strategy →Community Philanthropy
Advocating for the growth of formal and informal philanthropic giving in Zambia.
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All Highlights
Today we welcomed our third cohort of youth groups for an orientation training, marking the beginning of their journey in building and strengthening youth enterprises. The session focused on equipping them with the knowledge, tools and understanding needed to develop sustainable ventures that respond to opportunities within their communities.

A new partnership unlocked! #ZGF is pleased to partner with the Keno Institute of Training and Research to strengthen our commitment to locally led development. Through this collaboration, we will deliver demand-driven organisational strengthening support to our CSO partners under the Shifting the Power programme. This means that our partners will receive tailored support based on their specific needs, priorities and growth journeys. We look forward to the impact this partnership will unlock. @top fans Comic Relief Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office #STP #csosupport

As we commemorate Kenneth Kaunda Day, we reflect on the life and legacy of Kenneth Kaunda, whose leadership was grounded in unity, integrity and a deep commitment to the people of Zambia. His values continue to challenge us to build a society where governance is inclusive, participation is meaningful and every voice is heard. As ZGF, we continue to build on these principles by supporting systems that empower citizens, strengthen community participation and promote inclusive development.
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.
Learn MoreReady 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.