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Strengthening Local Solutions Through Community Financing Today, the Mphukila, Kankole and Kanyongoloka Community Foundations signed partnership agreements with the Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) to support the financing of community-led projects. The partnerships mark an important step towards putting resources closer to the communities that understand their challenges best. Through community foundations, local people are able to identify their priorities, mobilise resources and invest in solutions that respond directly to their needs. At ZGF, we believe sustainable development is strengthened when communities are not simply beneficiaries of development, but active decision makers and owners of the solutions that shape their futures. These partnerships represent a shared commitment to strengthening local philanthropy, community leadership and locally led development. When communities have the resources and power to shape their own development, lasting change becomes possible. #ZGF #CommunityFoundations #CommunityLedDevelopment #LocalPhilanthropy #Localization #CommunityOwnership @topfans

📢 Newsflash is back! And in our latest edition, we’re asking: What happens when opportunities exist, but people don’t know how to reach them? Our main feature, “The Information Gap is a Development Problem,” explores why making information available is not enough. People need to be able to find it, understand it and act on it. Because an opportunity that cannot be found is not truly accessible. Read it here and tell us what you think: https://mailchi.mp/zgf/zambia-went-to-the-polls-heres-what-happened-news-for-from-civil-society #ZGF #ZGFNewsflash #AccessToInformation #DevelopmentCommunication #Zambia @followers Comic Relief Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office United Nations Development Programme - UNDP Foreign, Commonwealth & Development OfficeTilitonse Foundation Teenage Sensitization Community Based Organization Gwembe Women's Lobby The Healing Balm Foundation Africa Philanthropy Network Prisons Care and Counselling Association Prisoners Future Foundation Enlight Abilities Elina Chanda @topfans

What if grantmaking started with community power, rather than donor requirements? Across Africa, young philanthropy practitioners are reimagining how resources reach grassroots communities. Join us for Reimagining Grassroots Grantmaking in Africa, a consultation and knowledge exchange around a youth-led, Afrocentric and community-grounded Grassroots Grantmaking Toolkit, co-created by young practitioners from South Africa, Malawi, Mozambique and Zambia. The conversation will bring together researchers, practitioners, funders and community philanthropy actors to interrogate the approach, share learning and help strengthen the toolkit before finalisation. 📅 20 August 2026 🕑 14:00–16:00 SAST 💻 Online Grantmaking with communities, not simply for communities. Register now and be part of the conversation. https://wits-za.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8abUdSGfRYipiirOTmcFuA#/registration @top fans

Communities deserve to be part of conversations that shape their future. #ZGF is proud to be a part of the Corridor Voices Initiative, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding by our Chief Executive Officer, Engwase Mwale, alongside fellow civil society organisations from Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia. The Lobito Corridor is one of Africa’s most significant regional infrastructure initiatives, with the potential to strengthen trade, improve connectivity and create new opportunities across the region. Through the Corridor Voices Initiative, member organisations have established a framework for collaboration that seeks to strengthen civil society engagement and support meaningful community participation as the corridor develops. At ZGF, we believe that sustainable development is strongest when communities have a voice and are meaningfully engaged in the decisions that shape their future. #ZGFZambia #CorridorVoices #LobitoCorridor #CommunityParticipation #CivilSociety #RegionalCollaboration @followers United Nations Development Programme - UNDP Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Comic Relief @

That's a wrap on the 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show! As the curtain falls on this year's show, we reflect on a week of meaningful conversations, new connections and inspiring interactions. It was a privilege to showcase the work of the Zambian Governance Foundation and provide a platform for our youth groups to exhibit their products, share their entrepreneurial journeys and engage with visitors from across the country. We extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who visited our stand at Cosmas Michelo Hall, supported our youth exhibitors at the COMESA Exhibition Village and took the time to learn more about our work. Your interest, encouragement and partnerships continue to inspire our commitment to community-led development. The show may be over, but the conversations, partnerships and opportunities created will continue to shape stronger communities and brighter futures. Thank you for being part of our journey. Until next year! #ACSZ2026 #ZGF #CommunityLedDevelopment #YouthEntrepreneurship #TradeAndInvestment @topfans

Day 5 at the 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show! It's been an incredible week of engaging with visitors, building partnerships and showcasing the impact of community-led development. If you haven't had the chance to visit us yet, there's still time! Stop by Cosmas Michelo Hall to learn more about the Zambia Governance Foundation's work and visit our youth groups at the COMESA Exhibition Village to explore their innovative products and support local entrepreneurship. We look forward to welcoming you! #ACSZ2026 #ZGF #CommunityLedDevelopment #YouthEntrepreneurship #TradeAndInvestment

Our Chief Executive Officer, Engwase Mwale, visited the Zambian Governance Foundation exhibition stands, where she engaged with our youth groups exhibiting at the COMESA Exhibition Village. The visit provided an opportunity for the young entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses, share the inspiration behind their products and discuss their entrepreneurial journeys. It was an encouraging moment that celebrated youth innovation, enterprise and the impact of investing in community-driven livelihoods. At ZGF, we remain committed to creating opportunities that empower young people to transform ideas into sustainable enterprises and contribute to Zambia's economic growth. #ACSZ2026 #ZGF #YouthEntrepreneurship #CommunityLedDevelopment #TradeAndInvestment

Day 3 at the 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show! Innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship are on full display at the COMESA Exhibition Village, where our youth groups are showcasing their products and sharing the stories behind their businesses. Watch as they take you through what they're selling, the inspiration behind their enterprises and how they're turning ideas into sustainable livelihoods. If you're at the show, be sure to visit the COMESA Exhibition Village to support these young entrepreneurs and discover the incredible products they have to offer. #ACSZ2026 #YouthEntrepreneurship #CommunityLedDevelopment #ZGF #TradeAndInvestment

Our Shifting the Power (STP) Ambassadors have been engaging members of the public through sensitisation sessions, raising awareness about community-led development and the importance of active citizen participation in shaping sustainable communities. Through meaningful conversations and information sharing, our ambassadors are helping to amplify local voices and inspire collective action. If you're attending the show, visit us at Cosmas Michelo Hall to learn more about the Shifting the Power programme and the work of the Zambian Governance Foundation. #ACSZ2026 #ShiftingThePower #CommunityLedDevelopment #ZGF #ActiveCitizenship #CivilSociety

We’re really having a fantastic time at the Show! Our stand at the COMESA Exhibition Village is filled with all things youth entrepreneurship. Our youth groups are involved in a myriad of entrepreneurial activities that we are showcasing this year. And guess what? We have brought a demo Entrepreneurship Train for you to see! 🙃🙃🙃 All you have to do is find us at the 98th Agricultural & Commercial Show. Spot the green and white balloons to find us. ☺️☺️☺️ @top fans

Take a glimpse of what we're showcasing at this year's show. From our exhibition at Cosmas Michelo Hall to the innovative products on display by our youth groups at the COMESA Exhibition Village, there's plenty to see and experience. If you're attending the show, be sure to stop by our stands, meet the team, and learn more about how we're supporting community-led development and youth entrepreneurship. We look forward to seeing you! #ACSZ2026 #ZGF #TradeAndInvestment #CommunityLedDevelopment #YouthEntrepreneurship

Day 2 at the 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show! We're back for another exciting day of connecting, sharing, and showcasing the impact of community-led development. Visit the Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) at Cosmas Michelo Hall to learn more about our work and don't miss our youth groups exhibiting their innovative products at the COMESA Exhibition Village. We look forward to welcoming you! #ACSZ2026 #ZGF #TradeAndInvestment #CommunityLedDevelopment #YouthEntrepreneurship @topfans

Meet Mwenda Mercy A young leader proving that when young people are trusted with opportunities, they become powerful drivers of change. A third-year Public Administration student at the Copperbelt University and Secretary General of the Copperbelt University Governance Association (CUGA), Mercy is passionate about governance, youth participation, quality education and public policy. From founding the Career Guidance Pathway to mentoring future student leaders through a Shadow Executive Programme, she is committed to ensuring that leadership creates opportunities for others. Now part of the Shifting the Power movement, Mercy hopes to use storytelling, advocacy and community engagement to amplify local voices and inspire more young people to take an active role in shaping development. "Representing Zambia at the Ghana Debates remains one of the most impactful experiences of my leadership journey. It strengthened my belief in the power of young people to influence meaningful change and reinforced my commitment to community-driven development." — Mercy C. Mwenda #ShiftingThePower #YouthLeadership #YouthVoices #CommunityLedDevelopment #LocalLeadership #Governance #ZGFZambia #STPZambia Africa Philanthropy Network GIZ Zambia Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection

We're at the 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show! The Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) is proud to be exhibiting at this year's 98th Zambia Agricultural and Commercial Show, held under the theme "Fostering Trade and Investment." Visit us at Cosmas Michelo Hall to learn more about our work in advancing community-led development, strengthening civil society and promoting sustainable livelihoods across Zambia. You can also support and engage with our youth groups, who are showcasing their innovative products and enterprises at the COMESA Exhibition Village. Their participation reflects the power of youth entrepreneurship and the impact of investing in community-led solutions. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing how, together, we can build stronger, more resilient communities. 📍 ZGF: Cosmas Michelo Hall 📍 Youth Groups: COMESA Exhibition Village #ZGF #ZambiaAgriculturalAndCommercialShow #TradeAndInvestment #CommunityLedDevelopment #YouthEntrepreneurship #SustainableLivelihoods #Zambia

CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITY The Zambian Governance Foundation for Civil Society (ZGF) is inviting qualified consultants to lead the development of its 2027–2031 Strategic Plan. If you have proven experience in strategic planning, organisational development and facilitating participatory processes within the civil society sector, we encourage you to apply. 📄 Download the Terms of Reference in the attachment for full details on the assignment, qualifications, and application process here: https://mcusercontent.com/c5ee362a1fd0f40ccada54926/files/db5ef7cb-a48d-69fc-4eb5-cb20e8c0a66e/Terms_of_Reference__formulation_of_Strategic_Plan_2027_2031_20.03.2026__Final_1_.docx Deadline: 31 July 2026 To apply, email: procurement@zgf.org.zm #Consultancy #StrategicPlanning #CivilSociety #Zambia #ZGF kindly note that this advert is also running on GoZambiaJobs. @followers

Some conversations are difficult. The most important ones usually are. Yesterday, the Zambian Governance Foundation (ZGF) and our Civil Society Strengthening Fund (CSSF) partners came together for a candid and constructive conversation about the future of our work. At a time when the global development landscape is rapidly changing, we chose to focus on what we can build together. We reflected on the realities of funding, explored new ways of working and challenged ourselves to think differently about sustainability, collaboration and locally led development. More importantly, we reaffirmed that Shifting the Power is not simply about changing who funds development, it is about changing who shapes it. The future of development will not be defined by the size of our budgets, but by the strength of our partnerships, the courage of our ideas and our shared commitment to ensuring communities remain at the centre of change. #ShiftingThePower #LocallyLedDevelopment #CivilSociety #CommunityLeadership #ZGFZambia Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Comic Relief Visionary Women Initiatives Enlight Abilities Prisoners Future Foundation The Healing Balm Foundation Zango Foundation Prisons Care and Counselling Association

We are proud of our CEO 🙌

Change is most sustainable when it is led by the people it is meant to serve. For Mark Mike Mulaisho, the belief is a commitment that guides his work as a youth leader, development practitioner and Shifting the Power (STP) Ambassador. As a Mining Engineering student at The Copperbelt University, Mark is proving that young people can be powerful agents of change both within and beyond their fields of study. Through his leadership roles at Youth Service Zambia and Zambia National Awakening Initiative-Zambia, he has dedicated himself to creating opportunities for young people to participate in governance, community development, and decision-making processes. His experience representing Zambia at the STP debates in Ghana strengthened his conviction that communities already possess the knowledge, ideas, and solutions needed to address many of the challenges they face. What is often missing is the opportunity to be heard. Today, Mark is using his voice to champion locally led development, youth participation and community ownership of development initiatives. As part of the Shifting the Power movement, he is helping to ensure that young people are not simply consulted but are actively involved in shaping the future of their communities. "The future of development belongs to communities that are empowered to lead their own change." #ShiftingThePower #YouthLeadership @followers Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Comic Relief YORI -Youth Rise International United Nations Development Programme - UNDP Unicef Zambia

Healthy Minds. Healthy Bodies. Strong Teams. Today, ZGF takes time to invest in one of its greatest assets—its people. Our Wellness Day is an opportunity to step away from our daily routines, reconnect with one another, and prioritise our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Through team-building activities, outdoor experiences and moments of reflection, we are strengthening not only our individual wellbeing but also the relationships that enable us to work effectively together. At ZGF, we believe that a healthy and resilient team is fundamental to creating meaningful and lasting impact in the communities we serve. Here's to wellness, teamwork, and a healthier tomorrow. #ZGF #WellnessDay #HealthyMindsHealthyBodiesStrongTeams #EmployeeWellbeing #Teamwork #WorkplaceWellness

What does it take for a community to drive its own development? From mobilising local resources and supporting vulnerable households to building community-led solutions that respond to local challenges, the journeys of Nyankanga Community Foundation and Kaluluzi Community Foundation demonstrate the power of collective action and local philanthropy. Our latest documentary takes you into the heart of these communities, where ordinary people are coming together to create extraordinary change. 🎥 Watch the documentary below and be inspired by the power of community. #CommunityPhilanthropy #LocallyLedDevelopment #CommunityFoundations #ShiftThePower #ZGF #CommunityDrivenChange #Zambia @followers Mott Foundation GIZ Zambia United Nations Development Programme - UNDP Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection Plan International