30 September 2024
HELSB Awards Additional Loans to Over 500 Students for 2024-25
The Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Board (HELSB) has granted additional loans to 573 students across five universities, enhancing financial support for education. The awards were approved during a recent committee meeting, benefiting students transitioning from self-funding to HELSB support. This funding is sourced from internal savings and replaces students who declined previous offers. Read more
31 August 2024
President Mnangagwa Urges Universities to Drive Zimbabwe’s Industrialisation
President Mnangagwa called on universities to support Zimbabwe’s industrialisation through Education 5.0, highlighting their role in community development during the recommissioning of the rebuilt Holy Cross Dam. Read more
Zimbabwe Govt Introduces Patriotism Course for Local Leaders Despite Opposition Concerns
Zimbabwe’s government is introducing a heritage-based course that includes the ruling party’s ideology for local authorities, sparking initial resistance from the opposition. The course is designed to equip mayors, chairpersons and councillors with a better understanding of their role in national development. The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) initially opposed the program, but later agreed to participate as it is being run by the Local Government Ministry. Read more
Zimbabwean Student Seeks £130,000 for Aerospace Engineering Studies at University of Manchester
Sijabuliso Hilton Sibanda, a top Zimbabwean student accepted into the University of Manchester, is raising £130,000 for his Aerospace Engineering degree through a GoFundMe campaign due to lack of student finance. Read more
Deputy HE minister fired over ‘tribal’ outburst reinstated
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reinstated Deputy Minister Simelisizwe Sibanda, who was fired in July over tribalism allegations. Sibanda, who had apologized for his controversial remarks, was reappointed following public appeals and his commitment to avoid similar issues. Read more
More allegations of government torture of student leaders
Zimbabwean government accused of escalating torture of student leaders. Four student leaders arrested and allegedly tortured by government forces. Calls for independent investigation and international support. Read more
Students use mapping tools to help solve social issues
Zimbabwean students are using geospatial tools to address social issues, such as early-child marriage and school dropouts. By mapping remote communities, they provide data-driven insights for informed decision-making. Additionally, these students are actively involved in space technology, using satellite images for disaster relief and climate change analysis. Their work demonstrates the potential of geospatial tools and space applications to improve lives and address global challenges. Read more
31 July 2024
We’ve recovered over K590m from students since 2018 – Scholarships Board
HELSB reports student loan recoveries totaling over K590 million since 2018, with K90 million recovered by June 2024. The board supports 1,250 students internationally and has awarded compliance certificates to fully repaid loan beneficiaries. Read more
Zambia’s Academic Freedom in Question Amidst Government Repression
In Zambia, despite recent democratic promises, critics face repression under the UPND government. While academics have not yet been targeted, restricted freedom of expression suggests that academic freedom may be compromised through self-censorship and government intimidation. Read mode
HELSB awards loans to 1,457 Mulungushi University students
HELSB has awarded loans to 1,457 first-year students at Mulungushi University for 2024/2025, with 783 males and 674 females selected. The selection, from over 4,801 applications, used regional balancing criteria for equitable access. Read more
30 June 2024
UNESCO Qualifications Passport gives hope to students who fled conflict in Sudan
UNESCO Qualifications Passport helps refugees like Asiya and Farook resume higher education in Zambia after fleeing conflict in Sudan. The passport validates their qualifications and allows them to pursue their dreams. Zambia is the first country to adopt this program with over 93 successful applicants. Read more
31 May 2024
UMSSW and the University of Zambia Forge Partnership to Advance Global Social Work Education
The University of Maryland School of Social Work and the University of Zambia have partnered to improve global social work education. The partnership offers virtual exchange programs and Zambia field placements for students, while also focusing on joint research projects addressing public health issues in both countries. Read more
30 April 2024
Government deregisters three universities flouting the law
Zambia’s Higher Education Authority deregistered Africa Open University, Twin Palm Leadership University and University College of Central Africa for failing to meet legal requirements. These included inadequate staffing and facilities, and in one case, not establishing a physical campus. The institutions have 30 days to appeal the decision. More
University of Zambia Student Fatally Electrocuted Upon Charging Her Phone
Tragedy strikes the University of Zambia as a student, Margaret Chibesakunda, is fatally electrocuted. Faulty electrical infrastructure is suspected, sparking safety concerns on campus. Police and university officials are currently investigating the devastating incident. More
31 March 2024
University of Zambia Vehemently Denies Allegations of Inferior Degrees, Affirms Academic Excellence
A UK visa program rejected a Zambian university degree, citing quality concerns. Zambia’s University of Zambia (UNZA) graduates were denied the High Potential Individuals visa by the UK. This sparked outrage in Zambia. More
31 January 2024
HELSB Gives Loans to 2,672 UNZA Students
The Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Board (HELSB) has given loans to 2,672 University of Zambia first year student for the 2023/2024 academic year. Read more
Socialist Party Youth Secretary Appeals to Zambian President Over University Penalty Fee
In a recent development, Gabriel Banda, the youth secretary of the Socialist Party and former president of the University of Zambia Student Union (UNZASU), has publicly challenged President Hakainde Hichilema. Read more
30 November 2023
Africa’s Top-Brass Universities Empowered By 5G Tech Spaces …
Africa’s most renowned universities are keen to be at the forefront of Research, Innovation, and Outreach (RIO) of technologies, products, services, and operating models that reduce CO2 emissions and help attain Net Zero Emissions (NZE). Read more
Engineering Emerges as an Area of Strength in Subject Rankings
A total of 112 universities in 17 African countries have been ranked in the 20th edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by subject 2024, an index that each year lists institutions’ performance in academic fields across 11 selected subject areas. Read more
Govt Reinstates 18 Suspended, Expelled UNZA Students
Education Minister Douglas Syakalima has reinstated 18 University of Zambia students who were either expelled or suspended after the riot which occurred on September 18, 2023. Read more
Mental Health Research Initiative Grows Pool of Scientists
Six universities in Africa are continuing an African Mental Health Research Initiative (AMARI) to strengthen a network of researchers whose scientific work focuses on mental, neurological and substance use disorders (MNS). Read more
Skills Development for Nuclear Energy Management in Africa
Thirteen member states were represented at this year’s Nuclear Energy Management school, hosted by the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa). Read more
The Right to HE is not Yet a Reality in Africa
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has urged African countries to make the right to higher education a reality on the continent by reducing the cost of studying, expanding access, providing quality education and erasing gender inequalities. Read more
UNZA Student Dies After Falling Off 4 Story Building
A second year University of Zambia student has died after falling off the rooftop of a four-story building at the campus while drinking beer with two other colleagues. Read more
UNZA, NHIMA Sign a Research Collaboration Partnership
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA) that will focus on conducting research and joint publications on health insurance and health financing, in line with Section 5 of the National Health Insurance Act. Read more
Zambia’s Information Bill: A Blow to Academic Freedom?
In a move that is receiving positive coverage in local news media, the Zambian government is seeking to introduce an Access to Information (ATI) law for the first time in the country’s history. Read more
31 October 2023
Beyond BRICS: The Shaping of New Development Narratives
Efforts by both China and India to deepen cooperation with Africa in the higher education and research space are evident in several recent high-profile initiatives that reveal more about the geopolitical goals and engagement style of the countries. Read more
In Search of a Pan-African Homeland and Education
Everywhere we look in our global village, we find the Chinese being educated to be Chinese, Americans to be American and Europeans to be Europeans, and so we can go on. The African, on the other hand, has been and is still being educated to be Arabic, European, or European American. Read more
Is The University of Zambia’s Autonomy Under Threat?
From alleged government interference, a traditional threat to institutional autonomy worldwide, to societal pressures aimed at changing university policy, the University of Zambia (UNZA) could be facing threats to its institutional autonomy. Read more
Is The University of Zambia’s Autonomy Under Threat?
From alleged government interference, a traditional threat to institutional autonomy worldwide, to societal pressures aimed at changing university policy, the University of Zambia (UNZA) could be facing threats to its institutional autonomy. Read more
President Hichilema of Zambia to Open High-Level Policy Dialogue Forum on Foundational Learning
Abidjan, 23rd October 2023 – President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia will open a two-day High-Level Policy Dialogue Forum (HLPDF) on Foundational Learning. The event organized by the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) and hosted by the Government of Zambia through the Ministry of Education… Read more
UNZA, NHIMA Sign a Research Collaboration Partnership
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA) that will focus on conducting research and joint publications on health insurance and health financing, in line with Section 5 of the National Health Insurance Act. Read more
UNZA Orders ”Riotous” Students to Pay K1,000 Each
The University of Zambia has ordered students to pay K1,000 each towards damages caused to some properties at the Main Campus due to riotous behaviour. The University of Zambia students rioted against the cancellation of UNZASU elections on September 18, this year. Read more
30 September 2023
10 Arrested Following Riots at University of Zambia Over Election Cancellation
The Zambian police have taken 10 individuals into custody in connection with the recent riots that took place at the University of Zambia (UNZA) last night. Among those detained are five UNZA students, while the remaining five are from various residential areas. Read more
Some Strides to Include Climate Change in Curricula
“We call for a comprehensive and systemic response to the incipient debt crisis outside default frameworks to create the fiscal space that all developing countries need to finance development and climate action,” African leaders said in the Nairobi Declaration on Climate Change and Call to Action adopted at the conclusion of the Africa Climate Summit… Read more
31 August 2023
Dangote Rolls Out Skills Transformation for Graduate Trainees
To supplement the increase in local skilled workforce in the country, Dangote Cement Zambia is currently training 25 graduate trainees at its plant on the Copperbelt. Read more
Governments Should Value the Teaching Profession
The education sector on the African continent faces various challenges, some of which always recur. They include funding, strikes and protests, poor education systems (the leading challenge), weak education policies and socio-economic issues. Read more
Sub-Saharan Africa Leads Enrolments in Professional Courses
The Sub-Saharan African region has the highest year-on-year average growth rate in the world in the number of people enrolling for professional certificate courses, a new study by a global trainer has found. Read more
Women Student Leaders Plead for Mentorship Opportunities
Women university student union leaders in Africa are pleading for mentorship opportunities from successful women leaders inside and outside academia, lamenting that they were playing second fiddle to their male colleagues, despite more of them getting elected to lead the unions. Read more
31 July 2023
Government Impressed with UNZA Medics
Health Ministry Permanent Secretary for Donor Coordination, George Sinyangwe has congratulated the University of Zambia (UNZA) School of Medicine for its role in fostering the country’s economic development agenda through training of health care professionals. Read more
Nelson Mandela University to Host Thousands of Youth in a Coding Tournament on Mandela Day
As the country takes steps to boost Maths, Science and Technology in schools, Nelson Mandela University, Tangible Africa and the Leva Foundation are set to host thousands of young people in a coding tournament on Mandela Day. Approximately 10,000 learners from across Africa and abroad will participate in the event, … Read more
UNZA Scoops First Position at the 2023 Zambia International Trade Fair
The University of Zambia has scooped first prize in the training service provider category at this year’s Zambia International Trade Fair in Ndola. And Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary Technical Services Mr Joel Kamoko has implored the university to take the lead in developing innovations that will help achieve economic development. Read more
UNZA Signs New Charter on Collaborative Research Between Global North and Global South
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has joined several African universities to sign a new Charter aimed at promoting equity in collaborative research involving the Global North and the Global South (Africa). This new charter has a real and aggressive goal which will have direct benefits to UNZA in the area of research and innovation. Read more
31 May 2023
UNZA Woes to End Soon
President Hakainde Hichilema has assured the University of Zambia (UNZA) community that the Government will resolve the challenges facing the learning institution and restore its glorious days. Read more
30 April 2023
Africa’s Universities Are Surging in the World Rankings
Ten years ago, the then-head of the University of Cape Town, Max Price, made a powerful case for Africa to compete against the best in the world in the global university rankings. Read more
New Council Should Address University’s Financial Indebtedness…
The University of Zambia Professional Staff Union (UNZAPROSU) and the Copperbelt University Academics Union (CBUAU) have welcomed the appointment of councils for the two institutions, but argue that it was long overdue. Read more
Regional Framework for Microcredentials to be Developed
Countries in Southern Africa are to develop a broad framework for microcredentials. It is expected to inform and guide individual countries and institutions to develop country-specific frameworks for the recognition of learning through microcredentials. Read more
Siakalima Unveils Boards for Higher Education Sector
Education Minister Douglas Siakalima has announced members of the councils of public universities, the Higher Education Loans and Scholarship Board and Higher Education Authority Board following Cabinet approval of the appointed members. Read more
Twenty-Seven (27) RUFORUM Member Universities Ranked Among the Top 100 Universities in Africa.
Times Higher Education remains the common league table for universities globally. The ranking rates university performance using 13 indicators measuring teaching, research, research impact, innovation and international outlook. Read more
UN Chinese Language Day Celebrated in Zambia
The Confucius Institute at the University of Zambia (UNZA) on Thursday marked this year’s Chinese Language Day with a colorful display of performances on the Chinese language and culture by students. Read more
31 March 2023
Malawian Woman Sues University of Zambian Over Master’s Degree
A Malawian woman has dragged the University of Zambia (UNZA) to court for refusing to award her a master’s degree despite the woman qualifying for the award. Read more
Sishuwa to join South Africa’s Stellenbosch University
Outgoing University of Zambia lecturer Sishuwa Sishuwa is set to join the second top-ranked university in Africa, Stellenbosch. Read more
Student Mobility from Sub-Saharan Africa Could Double by 2050
Students from Sub-Saharan Africa are being recruited in their numbers and the competition is increasing, with indicators predicting that the region’s 430,000 outward mobile students will swell and double by 2050. Read more
The Magnificent Experience at the 18th RUFORUM Annual General Meeting
My visit to the RUFORUM meeting was part of the HAMK-coordinated PBL-BioAfrica project that strengthens Kenya’s and Zambia’s higher education by promoting problem-based learning (PBL) and providing real-life based learning experiences to students. Read more
Unicaf University in Zambia Celebrates International Women’s Day 2023
Unicaf University in Zambia celebrated International Women’s Day on March 8th, 2023, under the global theme “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality.” Read more
UNZA Students Protest Against the Murder of Levy Mwanawasa Student
University of Zambia students have staged a peaceful protest following the death of a third-year Levy Mwanawasa Medical University student who was murdered on February 25, 2023. Read more
UTHSC College of Medicine Strengthens Collaboration with Zambian Medical University
Representatives from Levy Mwanawasa Medical University in Zambia spent last week at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, as part of a partnership the two institutions forged in 2020. Read more
28 February 2023
Acting Vice Chancellor Confers with Immigrations on International Study Permits
The Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Anne Sikwibele, held a consultative meeting with the Zambia Immigrations Office to discuss how the two institutions can ease the study permit application process for international students. Read more
Chinese Medical Team Trains Zambian Doctors to Remove Brain Tumors
Zambian doctors have successfully conducted four surgeries to remove tumors from the brain following a training conducted by the 23rd batch of the Chinese medical team, a senior neurosurgeon at the country’s biggest hospital said on Friday. Read more
Research Ethics Project for Benin, the Gambia, Ivory Coast
Three West African countries – Benin, the Gambia and Ivory Coast – with the support of the South Africa-based ethical research non-governmental organisation EthiXpert – have secured a €1.5 million (about US$1.62 million) grant that will be used to build the capacity of research ethics committees, or RECs, in these countries. Read more
SHEPIZ Sponsors Four Fellows for Pulmonology Training
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Ridgeway Campus, through the Strengthening Health Professional Workforce Education Programs for Improved Quality Health Care in Zambia (SHEPIZ), has sponsored four students who will do attachments in the Netherlands for one month and one in India for three months in the field of pulmonology. Read more
The magnificent Experience at the 18th RUFORUM Annual General Meeting
lorence Chambabulele, final year student of Agribusiness Management at Mulungushi University As an agribusiness student, I experienced a life-changing learning event as a problem-based learning advocate. Read more
University of Zambia Holds Collaborative Meeting with Heriot Watt University
The University of Zambia (UNZA) was privileged to host a team from Heriot-Watt University led by its Principal, Professor Richard Williams, and the Deputy Principal for Enterprise and Business, Professor Gillian Murray. Read more
UNZA Owes MoF K5 trillion – AG’s Report
The Auditor General’s report has revealed that the University of Zambia (UNZA) has not been liquidating the $2,200,000 loan it got from the Ministry of Finance in 1993 to acquire land, causing the loan amount to accumulate to US$51,649,437.19 as at December 31, 2021. Read more
31 January 2023
Minister of Education Applauds UNZA for Launching Its Strategic Plan
Minister of Education Douglas Syakalima has applauded the University of Zambia (UNZA) Management for setting a defined path which will see the institution achieve its strategic direction in the next five years. Read more
Open Access Publishing Deal for Low-, Middle-Income Countries
Academics based in 70 low- and middle-income countries, including those in Africa, Asia and the Middle East, will be able to have their primary research published Gold Open Access by Nature – at no cost – thus enabling their scientific work to be permanently and freely available online for anyone to read. Read more
… RUFORUM Annual General Meetings Agreed upon and 14 New Member Universities Admitted
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) brings together leaders of RUFORUM Member Universities, Governance organs, and other actors, especially Agriculture and Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation sectors from within and outside Africa. Read more
UNZA Student Commits Suicide
A-second- year student from the University of Zambia is alleged to have committed suicide.This occurred on January 29, 2023 around 09:00 hours at House number E5, Handsworth Court, and University of Zambia. Read more
31 December 2022
Collaboration on Early Detection Could Foil Next Pandemic
After years of pandemic disruption since the outbreak of COVID-19 in late 2019, governments are keen on research that will help with early detection, including the origins of infectious diseases that jump from animals to humans, known as zoonosis – the leading theory behind the evolution of the virus causing COVID-19. Read more
Cutting-Edge Climate Change Curriculum Enters Phase Two
The Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA) Climate Change Steering Group recently endorsed the finalised version of a climate change and sustainable development curriculum and digital ecosystem, which SARUA revised and which will be updated, under phase two, in 2023. Read more
Specialist Training of Health Workers is Urgent
Some universities in Eastern and Southern African countries have programmes for health workers offering advanced degrees that are not accredited by professional bodies, a situation that is misleading to potential candidates who would want to be recognised as specialists in their fields. Read more
Twenty (20) Winners of RUFORUM Young African Entrepreneurs Competition 2022…
The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) is pleased to announce the 20 winners of the 2022 RUFORUM Young African Entrepreneurs Competition. The competition attracted 136 applications from 16 countries in Africa. Read more
UNESCO Launches Training on a Systems Thinking Tool to Promote Inclusive Education
To UNESCO every learner matters equally. The mission of its education sector is to “Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”. Read more
30 November 2022
Advances in the Health Sciences Noted
A total of 96 universities in 17 African countries have been ranked in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 by Subject that lists achievements in academic fields across 11 selected major subject areas. Read more
Benefits of a Rights-Based Approach to Higher Education
Higher education needs a rights-based approach “more than ever” in the context of successive world crises, an international conference held to mark World Access to Higher Education Day (WAHED) was told. Read more
Twenty (20) winners of RUFORUM Young African Entrepreneurs Competition 2022…
The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) is pleased to announce the 20 winners of the 2022 RUFORUM Young African Entrepreneurs Competition. The competition attracted 136 applications from 16 countries in Africa… Read more
UNZA Acting Vice-Chancellor Dates USA Varsities for Strategic Partnerships
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Anne Sikwibele, is leading a delegation to the United States of America for various strategic initiatives and partnership meetings with universities. As a first port of call, Prof Sikwibele’s delegation paid a courtesy call on Zambia’s Ambassador to the United States of America, Read more
UNZA Holds Partnership Meeting with Meharry Medical College, USA
The University of Zambia (UNZA) delegation to the United States of America led by Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof Anne Sikwibele, held an introductory meeting and courtesy call on the President of Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, Dr James Hildreth… Read more
UNZA Ranked 6th Best University in Africa
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has been ranked 6th best university in Africa from 156 universities in 20 countries by the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. Meanwhile, at the global level, UNZA has been ranked in the 501-600 position out of 1,799 participating universities. Read more
UNZA Unions Demand Appointment of Substantive University Council, Payment of Gratuities
A consortium of unionised University of Zambia workers has given government a 60-day ultimatum to pay the over K600 million arrears owed to serving and retired university staff. Read more
Vice-Chancellor Holds Partnership Meetings with Vanderbilt University
The Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Anne Sikwibele held partnership meetings with the leadership of Vanderbilt University … Read more
31 October 2022
Global Network Set Up to Stamp out Contract Cheating in HE
Education agencies across the globe are joining forces to fight the rise of commercial cheating services that target students worldwide. The newly formed Global Academic Integrity Network (GAIN) is working to stamp out the multi-billion-dollar contract cheating operations which have flourished in recent years as online learning and assessment have become more prevalent. Read more
New Cinematography Institution to Boost Film Industry
The first-ever tertiary training institution for cinematography in the Central Africa sub-region, the Higher Institute of Cinema and Audiovisual Professionals of Central Africa (ISCAC), has opened in Cameroon. Read more
Number of Ranked Universities in Africa Increases to 97
African universities have made dramatic progress in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 as, for the first time, 97 universities from 17 countries, up from 71 last year, have been rated to be part of the best universities globally, with 10 of them in the top 500. Read more
[RUFORUM Postdoc Fellowship] Post-Doctoral Chronicles: Dr. Natasha M. Mwila RUFORUM Alumni in Zambia
Like a turtle in a shell walking slowly and getting back in its shell when senses something different, so was I as I returned to Zambia after my PhD in plant breeding and biotechnology studies at Makerere University, in Kampala, Uganda. Read more
Students Thank Bally for Meal Allowances
University of Zambia students on Saturday marched to State House in order to show appreciation to President Hakainde Hichilema for reintroducing meal allowances in public universities in 2023. Read more
Study at the Only University in Zambia Accredited by BAC
Unicaf University is the only university in Zambia that is accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC) along with Unicaf University in Malawi and Uganda. Read more
Twenty (20) Winners of RUFORUM Young African Entrepreneurs Competition…
The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) is pleased to announce the 20 winners of the 2022 RUFORUM Young African Entrepreneurs Competition. The competition attracted 136 applications from 16 countries in Africa… Read more
UNICAF University Donates Over 1,000 Stationary Items to Mwalukanga School
Over 250 children are celebrating throughout Lusaka’s Chongwe District following the official opening of the newly built Mwalukanga School.Unicaf University, alongside other stakeholders, took part in the inauguration ceremony which was graced by the Minister of Education, the Honorable Douglas Syakalima. Read more
UNZA Trains Government and World Vision Officers in GIS, Groundwater Modelling
The University of Zambia (UNZA) through the School of Mines has launched the Capacity Building programme for the Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation and World Vision with a focus on Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Groundwater Modelling… Read more
UNZA’s Plan to Set-up Research and Training Centre Delights Chief Chitambo
Chief Chitambo of Chitambo chiefdom is delighted by the University of Zambia’s plans to develop a centre of excellence for educational and agricultural purposes. The Chief says that UNZA’s desire to build teaching and agricultural facilities in his chiefdom is a good sign of development which will benefit his people and change the face of his area. Read more
UNZA VC Applauds Zambia Association of Public Universities & Colleges
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof Anne Sikwibele, has applauded the Zambia Association of Public Universities and Colleges (ZAPUC) for creating a strategic forum for consultation, exchange of information, experiences and cooperation among universities and colleges… Read more
World University Rankings 2023: UI, UNILAG, Covenant Universities Make Africa’s Top 20
The latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings has ranked three Universities in Nigeria among the first top 20 institutions in the African continent. In the latest rankings Published by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 25, African Universities made debut appearances in the growing list of entries… Read more
30 September 2022
Africa Higher Education Centres of Excellence for Development Impact (ACE Impact) to Reward Quality, Applied Research and Innovation
SIRA recognizes and promotes excellent research and innovation which responds to Africa’s developmental challenges. Read more
Mining and Minerals have had Limited Educational Benefits
The story of mineral discoveries and mining in Africa being a social curse for the continent is likely to persist after researchers at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank recently found no conclusive evidence of intergenerational mobility into higher education in most African countries and districts where extractions of mineral resources occur. Read more
Network Will Support Implementation of Addis Convention
A group of African countries has launched the African Network of National Implementation Structures, a framework that will coordinate and campaign for the recognition of higher education qualifications, as well as facilitate academic mobility and inter-university cooperation across the continent. Read more
Prof Norris Calls on African Universities to Pull Together and Lead Africa’s Development
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has called on African universities to unite and conduct research that would provide a roadmap for Africa’s development. Professor Norris was speaking during a University of Botswana delegation’s visit to the University of Zambia (UNZA) this week. Read more
Prof Norris Underscores Importance of Partnerships & Collaborations as Catalysts for Growth
Partnerships and collaborations are critical to the growth of any modern university. This was said by Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, during a meeting with the University of Zambia management today. Read more
‘Recovered K65m Faithfully Reinvested in Education’
The K65 million suspected looted State money recovered from Lusaka journalist Faith Musonda, has been reinvested in the education sector, Education Minister Douglas Siakalima has revealed. Read more
UB Delegation Visit to UNZA Culminates with Signing of Memorandum of Agreement
University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the University of Zambia (UNZA), paving way for collaborative support in various areas of mutual interest and benefit. Read more
University of Lusaka Bans Shorts, Tight Dresses, Ripped Jeans
The University of Lusaka in Zambia has told students to observe appropriate manner of dressing, saying students should not wear shorts, ripped jeans, tight dresses or clothes that reveal cleavage. Read more
UNZA Student Arrested for Forgery
A 29-year-old University of Zambia (UNZA) student has been arrested for forging her Joint Certificate and General Certificate of Examination (GCE) statements. Patience Manase of Meanwood Ibex used the forged documents to enroll at UNZA. Read more
31 August 2022
Cameroon to host the RUFORUM Annual General Meeting of 2023
The 2023 AGM will be hosted by the Government of Cameroon and the five RUFORUM Member Universities in Cameroon. Subsequently, the 2024 Triennial Conference will be held in Namibia while the 2025 and 2026 Annual General Meetings will be held in Zambia and Ethiopia respectively. Read more
First Regional Cloud Ecosystem: Benefits, Challenges for HE
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) is investigating setting up the first regional cloud ecosystem, laying the foundation to speeding up the process of digital integration among its 21 member countries in key sectors, including higher education. Read more
RUFORUM Board Appoints a New Executive Secretary
Professor Theresia Nkuo-Akenji, RUFORUM Board Chair and Vice Chancellor University of Bamenda in Cameroon today announced the appointment of Dr. Patrick Okori as the next RUFORUM Executive Secretary effective 01 January 2023. Read more
Students Develop Mobile Apps to Help them with Life Skills
Forty university students worked together during two simultaneous workshops on mobile apps that will be used as tools to access information about topics such as sexual and reproductive health, safety on campus, mental health and well-being as well as career guidance. Read more
Students from Africa May Soon Start to Return to China
China is preparing to welcome back students from Africa who have been unable to return to the country since they left following the outbreak of COVID-19 in 2020. Read more
UNICAF University Graduates 350 Students from 44 Countries
UNICAF University has today graduated 350 students from 44 countries who have been awarded with doctorate, bachelors and masters degrees. The event took place at BICC in Lilongwe and was attended by the students from the country and others from Democratic of Congo ,Kenya, Zimbabwe, Zambia among others. Read more
31 July 2022
Unicaf University Partners with Prudential Life to Provide Exclusive Scholarship opportunities.
Unicaf University in Zambia has announced its partnership agreement with Prudential Life Assurance Zambia to increase staff and client access to quality higher education.With this partnership, Prudential clients and employees can earn up to a 75% Scholarship for Bachelor or Master’s degree programmes. Read more
Universities Challenged to Solve Country’s Problems
An academician from Mulungushi University has called on institutions of Higher Learning in Zambia to provide training programmes that respond to the country’s challenges. Read more
UNZA Lecturer Found Guilty of Fondling Breasts and Thighs of a Female Student in his Office
A 52-YEAR OLD University of Zambia (UNZA) lecturer has been found guilty of fondling the breasts and thighs of one of his students. Austin Mbozi has now been found guilty and convicted of indecently assaulting his victim and the matter has now been taken to the High Court for mitigation and sentencing. Read more
UNZA Medical Students Ask Ndambo to Fund Completion of Hostels
The University of Zambia Students Union, Ridgeway campus (UNZASU-RWC) has requested Africa Union Holdings chairman James Ndambo to consider funding part of the completion of students’ hostels at the medical campus which have stalled for over 10 years. Read more
UZ Hikes Accommodation Fees
University of Zimbabwe (UZ) has hiked accommodation fees from $71 000 to US$616 or the equivalent in local currency for the August to December semester. Accommodation fees for the semester that ended on July 22 were equivalent to US$350. Read more
UZ Research Week Begins
Academic experts and tertiary students should afford themselves the freedom to come up with disruptive research and innovations that can change the country’s socio-economic order.
30 June 2022
7th ACE Impact Regional Workshop Officially Opened…
Professor Mrs. Eléonore Yayi Ladekan, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the Republic of Benin officially opened the seventh regional workshop of the Africa Higher Education Centres of Excellence Project (ACE Impact) at Palais des Congre in Cotonou Benin on the 14th June 2022. Read more
African Centres of Excellence Want to Secure Their Longevity
The World Bank-funded Eastern and Southern Africa Higher Education Centres of Excellence (ACE II) have raised millions of dollars to guarantee their sustainability. Read more
Building Industry-University Collaboration in Zambia
Sydney Chiyaba, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Prime Information Systems Limited, a Software technology, product designer and entrepreneur located in Lusaka has found beneficial to network and share knowledge between academia, industry and students to solve real life problems facing society: … Read more
Initial Feelings with Accelerated Growth for SMEs in Zambia
The HAMK in Africa project offers students and lecturers a great opportunity to broaden our perspectives and take a peek into the international world. Read more
Lessons from the Sustainable Solid Waste Student Challenge in Zambia
In total, over 30 students participated in the challenge that was divided into three groups for active participation. The groups were Plastics, Aluminum and Ownership and Legal Issues associated with solid waste managements. Read more
Private Universities Need to Complement Each Other
EDEN University Chief Executive Officer Kelvin Kaunda says private universities have now come to a point of realisation that they are not strong if they stand alone. Read more
The Importance of Understanding Each Other’s Culture in Collaborative Teamwork
After the first workshop with students from University of Zambia and Mulungushi University, various feelings have been shared. Feelings of joy, uncertainness, exhaustion and success. Read more
31 May 2022
Masterclasses Address Knowledge Gaps in Doctoral Training
Some of the most pertinent challenges young academics may face as they begin to build careers as teachers and scientists were tackled during three masterclasses offered by seasoned academics to 25 handpicked participants from across Africa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, during 25-29 April. Read more
Raise Bar Higher, Malila Prods UNZA
University of Zambia (UNZA) School of Law should continue providing a competitive environment for students to thrive and positively contribute to the fraternity. Read more
Trade Kings Donates Equipment to UNZA Medical School
TRADE Kings Foundation has donated medical equipment to the University of Zambia’s School of Medicine. Speaking during the donation, Trade Kings Foundation group public relations and corporate affairs manager Bridget Kambobe noted that medical equipment highly contributed to the effectiveness of health care services. Read more
Unicaf University Zambia hosts second successful Open Day for 2022
Unicaf University Zambia hosted its second Open Day for the year 2022 which was welcomed with much anticipation and excitement. Read more
UNZA Vice Chancellor Fired Headlines UNZA Vice Chancellor Fired
University of Zambia Vice Chancellor Luke Mumba’s contract of employment has been terminated.Professor Mumba’s contract together with that of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Tamala Kambikambi has been terminated by the Caretaker Committee. Read more
UWC Provides Continental Support for Covid-19 Surveillance
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), through its Pathogen Genomics Initiative (Africa PGI), has supported African countries during the past two years in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
30 April 2022
ACC Nabs Former Higher Education PS for Corruption Involving Over $33m –
THE Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested former Ministry of Higher Education Permanent Secretary Owen Mugemenzulu for corrupt practices involving over $33 million. Read more
The Impact Rankings 2022 – 80 African Universities Rate Highly
There are 80 African universities in 10 countries featured in the Impact Rankings 2022 produced by Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. Read more
The Struggle of Women for Power and Leadership in Universities
Despite great gains made over the years regarding access and representation of women in African higher education, the percentage of women in leadership and decision-making positions continues to be small. Several studies have revealed that positions of power in an overwhelming majority of universities are occupied by men. Read more
UNZA Explains Over Enrolment of Law, Medical Students Despite Limited Space
THE University of Zambia (UNZA) says it has seen an unprecedented enrolment of about 8,034 registered first year students in the 2021/22 academic year, explaining that the institution is responding to the growing demand for university education. Read more
UNZA Opens Its Milling Plant
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has launched its first UNZA Milling Plant sales outlet to kick start the selling of mealie meal at the Great East Road campus. Read more
UNZA Students Sleep at Intercity
SOME University of Zambia (UNZA) students unable to get on-campus accommodation have resorted to sleeping at the Intercity Bus Terminus and campus corridors as they struggle to find alternative living quarters. Read more
Worldskills Africa Competition Promotes Capacity Building for Youth
The second edition of WorldSkills Africa, underway in Namibia’s Swakopmund coastal town, is promoting skills development among the continent’s young populace. Read more
31 March 2022
2,780 Students Benefit from Faith Seizure
BARELY a month after K65.3 million and US$57,000 repossessed from journalist Faith Musonda were handed over to the Ministry of Education, 2,780 more students have benefited from Government’s loan scheme. Read more
Kansanshi Donation to CBU a Milestone
KANSANSHI Mine’s donation of mining survey equipment to the Copperbelt University (CBU) School of Mines could not have come at a better time than now. This is because survey equipment will not just serve as teaching aids but will help CBU to align its curriculum to industry needs. Read more
More Women Researchers Needed to Tackle Climate Change
Challenging the gender bias within educational institutions, in research and even in the media has been identified as a fundamental component to open up spaces for women to participate in and make an impact in the emerging field of climate change. Read more
SADC Education for Sustainable Development Framework on the Horizon
The dialogue is one of UNESCO’s responses to the aspirations enunciated in the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) 2020–2030 of SADC, that is to develop and implement programmes, in order to improve human capacities for socio-economic development… Read more
UNICAF University Zambia’s Inaugural Women’s Summit
Unicaf University Zambia organized its inaugural Women’s Summit on the theme of Empowering Women to Make a Change.Since the African continent is home to the highest percentage of female entrepreneurs globally who contribute significantly to their community’s growth and prosperity… Read more
Vice-Chancellors Tasked to Lobby for Better Internet Access
Vice-chancellors have a vital advocacy role to play in promoting national research and education networks (NRENs), to advance the digital transformation strategies of African universities. Read more
Women Under-Represented in HE, Despite Growth in Enrolments
Women in Africa are still not moving up in the higher education system at an acceptable rate, despite statistics showing that many more girls and young women are enrolling in primary, secondary and tertiary education institutions, according to Professor Christine Phiri Mushibwe, vice-chancellor of UNICAF University, Zambia. Read more
28 February 2022
First-Year Loans Help Some, but Many Still in Need of Aid
Zambia’s Higher Education Loans and Scholarship Board (HELSB) has set aside ZMW22 million (US$1.2 million) from loan recoveries to assist first-year students at seven universities. The students should have applied before the academic year opens in mid-February 2022. Read more
Higher Education Authority Classifies UNZA as a Top Tier university
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has classified the University of Zambia (UNZA) in the highest tier of the Zambia Qualifications Framework (ZQF) 10 following findings of the audit of each higher education institution in Zambia. Read more
Nigerian Professor Appointed DVC in Zambia
A leading African Economist and Management scholar Professor Austin Nosike has been appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) of Copperstone University (CU) in Zambia. Read more
31 January 2022
12 TVET Instructors Depart Liberia for 2 Years Studies in Zambia
About 12 Liberian TVET instructors departed the country on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 Liberia for Zambia to study Information Technology. Under the Youth Rising Project sponsored by the European Union, the 12 instructors will benefit from a twenty-four-month professional training…Read more
How Place of Birth Shapes Chances of Going to University…
Many newly independent African countries in the 1960s inherited regional and ethnic inequalities in formal educational attainment. These new states bound together sub-national regions of diverse ethnic and religious communities. Read more
Internet Blackouts: Governments Undermined HE Delivery
Eleven African countries have been included in a list of 21 countries whose governments deliberately shut down internet access for their citizens in the course of 2021 – in most cases, to quell civil unrest, but a move that undermined higher education institutions, … Read more
NSTC-NTBC disburses K11.3m in grants
JANUARY 18, 2022, will forever be a memorable event for 21 local innovators, youths and researchers dotted across different parts of the country.This is because it was on this day when the successful applicants were awarded grants by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) and… Read more
31 December 2021
Best Project, Health Care: Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital
When the Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital opened in the Zambian capital of Lusaka in spring 2020, the expanded and upgraded facility was more than a successful project; it was a salvation for the African nation. Read more
Naison Ngoma Closes CBU Chapter
After enduring many attempts to be dethroned, Naison Ngoma’s 10-year tenure as Copperbelt University (CBU) vice-chancellor finally closes today, with unions at the institution citing ‘personnel management’ as his biggest failure. Read more
Omicron: Academics Voice Their Dismay Over Travel Ban
African academics have expressed dismay at the move by the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and other countries to block flights from several African countries following the sequencing of a new, potentially more transmissible variant of COVID-19. Read more
Report Shows a Drop in Student Numbers During COVID
The number of university students in both public and private universities in Zambia fell by more than 4%, from 119,272 in 2019 to 114,049 in 2020, as the closure of universities due to COVID-19 curtailed student recruitment, causing viability challenges, … Read more
30 November 2021
CBU Work Stoppage Still on, Enters Day 4 as Union Asks Govt to Intervene
The work stoppage at Copperbelt University has continued, entering day 4 today. The continued work stoppage follows the failed negotiations for improved conditions of service as management did not offer any increase in emoluments when negotiations resumed on Tuesday. Read more
Clinical Officer Testifies in UNZA Lecturer Indecent Assault Case
A clinical officer at the University of Zambia clinic has testified how a female student was taken to the facility while crying after she was allegedly indecently assaulted by a lecturer at the institution. Read more
Govt Cannot be Coerced into Resolving UNZA Debt
University of Zambia trade unions and members’ protest has entered day two today.Among many other things, UNZALARU, University of Zambia Professional Staff Union (UNZAPRU) and the University of Zambia Allied Workers’ Union (UNZAAWU) are demanding that over K700 million owed to retirees and serving members be paid. Read more
GOVT Releases K48m for UNZA Gratuities
New Dawn Administration has released 48 million Kwacha to the University of Zambia (UNZA) Management for the payment of outstanding gratuities to workers. Read more
India Sharpens Its Knowledge Diplomacy Focus on Africa
Indian higher education initiatives aimed at helping African countries to develop scientific human resources, bridge the digital divide and upgrade skills – and at attracting more African students to the sub-continent – were unveiled at the India-Africa Higher Education and Skill Development Summit held in New Delhi last month. Read more
N$170m Climate-Change Windfall for SADC
To achieve this goal, Namibia has established a graduate school on integrated water resources management at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust), which is expected to be transformed into a Centre of Excellence for the SADC region. Read more
Projects Pave Women’s Way into Data Science Fields
Data science has been playing a critical role in tackling real-life challenges across African communities and sectors such as health and urban development. Despite a steady increase in data scientists in Africa, gender parity and equality in the field has yet to be achieved. Read more
UNZA Students Rise, Back Calls for VC’s Removal
Hundreds of University of Zambia (UNZA) students yesterday protested over recent power outages, the ongoing go slow by university staff and they backed calls for the removal of vice-chancellor Professor Luke Mumba. Read more
UNZA Unions Call Off Go-Slow After Govt Promises to Resolve Their Issues
Acting Education Minister Elvis Nkandu says government has directed the University of Zambia management to pay the workers their dues in order to end the go-slow. Read more
UNZA Unions’ Demands a Recipe for Anarchy
The University of Zambia management says the three UNZA unions which have decided to be on go slow without exhausting legally constituted procedures are breaching the law. Read more
UNZA VC Congratulates Muyangwa on Her Appointment as USAID Leader
University of Zambia (UNZA) Vice-Chancellor Professor Luke Mumba has congratulated Dr Monde Muyangwa on her new appointment by US President Joe Biden, to lead the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Africa. Read more
UNZA Workers Down Tools as Students Protest
Three Unions at the University of Zambia have downed tools calling for dismissal of the entire Prof. Read more
31 October 2021
CBU Staff Call Off Protest
Members of staff at Copperbelt University (CBU) have resolved to resume work following a meeting with management.The employees withdrew labour last Friday due to management’s alleged failure to conclude the 2021 negotiations for improved conditions of service. Read more
Chinese Teaching in Zambia Taken to Higher Level
The making of the Chinese language as one of the examinable subjects in Zambia was a clear indication that the teaching of the language has been taken to another level, an official has said. Read more
Education is the Best Equalizer
President Hakainde Hichilema says education is the best equalizer. Read more
New Project Aims to Foster Student Health and Well-Being
A project that seeks to promote the health and well-being of students in higher learning institutions and tertiary institutions in Eastern and Southern African regions was recently launched by the University of Nairobi (UON) in partnership with UNESCO and Mount Kenya University. Read more
Police Disperse Students Protesting De-Linking of Kapasa Makasa University …
Police in Chinsali last night had a tough time to disperse hundreds of students at Kapasa Makasa University who took to the streets over de-linking the institution from the Copperbelt University. Read more
Zetech University Project Shines in the 2021 Africa Youth ICT Innovation Competition –
An ICT innovation by Zetech University of Kenya has been crowned among top 10 entries in a continental Youth ICT Innovation Competition. The competition was backed by the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) and the International Telecommunications Union (ITU). Read more
30 September 2021
Education Ministry has Monumental Challenges
The National Action for Quality Education in Zambia (NAQEZ) says it eagerly looks forward to overhauling Zambia’s education system through extensive reviews of the national policy on education, the education Act, curriculum and syllabi. Read more
Gender Inequality, Decline in Expenditure Hamper Enrolment
African universities are expected to help tackle challenges facing African society and realise the aspirations of the Africa Agenda 2063 and the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals 2030 in the current context of globalisation of higher education, … Read more
Hichilema’s Plan to Overhaul Higher Education Sector
Zambia’s new president, Hakainde Hichilema, has vowed to revamp the higher education sector which, like many other sectors, took a hit from years of economic erosion and underinvestment. Read more
Over 100 Teachers Participate in ODL Training
An ODL training course for developing teachers’ competence in planning, preparing, and organising online and distance-based education started on September 9. The course has a total of 105 participants from HEIs in Kenya, Zambia and Uganda. Read more
PBL-BioAfrica at the Start of Something New
Students of Biotechnology and Food Engineering at HAMK are excited about participating PBL-BioAfrica’s student project. Students are investigating solid waste management in Kenya and Zambia in collaboration with Steam’n Heat. Read more
UbuntuNet Alliance Board Member Prof. Hellicy Ng’ambi Leaves Glittering Legacy…
On 31st August 2021, Professor Hellicy Ng’ambi, the Vice-Chancellor of Mulungushi University, one of the main public universities in Zambia, officially retired from her position, bringing to an end an illustrious 9-year long distinguished career as the first female Vice-Chancellor… Read more,… Read more
UNZA Student Narrates how Lecturer Indecently Assaulted
A student at the University of Zambia has narrated to the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court how a lecturer allegedly indecently assaulted her by touching her breasts and thighs while in his office. Read more
31 August 2021
Chreso University Sues Former Vice Chancellor for Alleged Fraud Involving over K917,000
The Council of Chreso University has sued former vice-chancellor Lawrence Mwelwa demanding K917,650 that he allegedly withdrew from the student affairs congress account without authorisation. Read more
Universities Support Insect-Based Food and Feed Systems
Universities are contributing to the upscaling of insect-based food and feed systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, which have economic, environmental and social benefits that could support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Read more
UNZALARU Asks Next Govt to Dismantle K600m Terminal Benefit Debt
The University of Zambia Lecturers and Researchers’ Union (UNZALARU) has appealed to the incoming government to help dismantle the 10-year debt owed to its members in terminal benefits. Read more
31 July 2021
Ministry of Higher Education, CBU Seal K1.2m Deal
The Ministry of Higher Education has signed a K1.2 million contract with the Copperbelt University (CBU) which will culminate in the latter developing the Higher Education Management Information System (HEMIS). Read more
Ministry of Higher Education Impressed with UNZA…
The Ministry of Higher Education has urged the University of Zambia (UNZA) to enhance commercialization of the China -Zambia Agricultural Technology Demonstration Centre at their Liempe farm in Silverest. Read more
Study Shows Geography is Key Driver to University Access
Ethnicity seems to be making way for geographic location as a primary indicator of unequal access to university education in Sub-Saharan Africa, a recent study suggests. Read more
Universities Ordered to Close Immediately
The Ministry of higher education has directed the closure of all universities effective this week following a rise in cases of COVID-19. Read more
30 June 2021
China Donates 50,000 Face Masks to Help Zambia’s University Fight COVID-19
China on Friday handed over 50,000 face masks to the University of Zambia, Zambia’s biggest public university, to help the institution in the fight against COVID-19. Read more
H.E. Kenneth Kaunda Laid a Foundation for Higher Education in Zambia
News filtering through from Zambia on the passing on of H.E. Kenneth Kaunda, comes at a difficult time for the world and Africa in general. It is not such a pleasant time to receive sad news of a life worth celebrating than mourning. Read more
Island Nation Plans to Widen Higher Education Offerings
One major potential initiative that may cause significant progress involves this lusophone country being chosen by the Pan African Institute for Development (PAID) to host a future International University of Development Sciences. Read more
Student Protests Lead to Nkrumah Closure
Kwame Nkrumah University has been shut following a protest by some fourth-year students. Read more
31 May 2021
PS Siame Undertakes Verification of Public Universities
Ministry of Higher Education Permanent Secretary Ms. Kayula Siame undertook a verification exercise on public universities today. Read more
RUFORUM Hosts African Government Technical Experts
The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) hosted a virtual dialogue for Africa Government Technical Experts towards the UN Food Systems Summit 2021 under the theme “Transforming food systems is crucial for delivering all the Sustainable Development Goals”. Read more
Scale-Up Training and Entrepreneurial Activities
Launching another $50,000 GEO Poultry Project at Lukashaya Trades Training Institute in Kasama, Higher Education Minister Engineer Dr Brian Mushimba has called on the Institution management to scale up training and entrepreneurial activities. Read more
Students from 11 Universities and Colleges Endorse Lungu for 2021
About 500 students from eleven higher learning institutions have endorsed President Edgar Lungu ahead of August 12 general elections and have since established a coalition called Students Coalition for Lungu 2021. Read more
UNZA Commissions a COVOD 19 Mechanical Ventilator Prototype
The University of Zambia (UNZA) through the School of Engineering and the Technology Development and Advisory Unit (TDAU), with the support from stakeholders, have developed a COVID 19 mechanical Ventilator Prototype aimed at cushioning the shortages of ventilators in the hospitals. Read more
UNZA Deputy Vice-Chancellor Calls for UNZA/ZUO Enhanced Collaborations
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Dr Tamala Kambikambi, has called for enhanced collaboration between UNZA and Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) in providing quality distance education in order to produce the much-needed human capital required to stimulate socio-economic development. Read more
UNZA Inks MOU with RDA & 6 Others on Climate Resilient Road Infrastructure
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Centre of Engaged Excellence (CoEE) with Road Development Agency (RDA) for the development of climate resilient infrastructure standards and codes for the transport sector in Zambia Friday, 21st May 2021. Read more
ZCAS Closes for 14 Days After 4 Students Tested Positive for COVID-19
The Zambia Centre for Accountancy Studies (ZCAS) has closed for two weeks after four students tested positive for COVID-19. Read more
30 April 2021
Accelerate Science and Technology Programs
Higher Education Permanent Secretary Kayula Siame said the Ministry of Higher Education has embarked on support to accelerate the upgrade of science and technology academic programs in universities especially with the view of the established science policy framework… Read more
Ground Receiving Station Vital to National Development
Government says the construction of the Ground Receiving Station (GRS), under the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), being constructed in Chisamba District, is critical to the overall development of the country. Read more
Community Led Upgrading for the Disadvantaged
The research team explored the process of community-led improvements through the communities’ perspective, needs, views and stakeholders such as local and regional authorities. The two main research sites were Dordabis and Groot Aub. Read more
Private Universities Key
Higher Education Minister Engineer Dr. Brian Mushimba said Government recognises and appreciates the partnership with private universities…through the Ministry of Higher Education embrace the role of the private universities supplementing Government efforts in educating the nation. Read more
Registration of Private Universities Emphasised
Higher Education Minister Dr. Brian Mushimba has called upon all universities to oblige and register their institutions with the Higher Education Authority and Zambia Qualifications Authority because sub-standards will be not allowed. Read more
UNZA Commissions a COVID 19 Mechanical Ventilator Prototype
The University of Zambia (UNZA) through the School of Engineering and the Technology Development and Advisory Unit (TDAU), with the support from stakeholders, have developed a COVID 19 mechanical Ventilator Prototype aimed at cushioning the shortages of ventilators in the hospitals. Read more
Zimbabwean Scholarships are Prestigious
Ministry of Higher Education Permanent Secretary Kayula Siame has urged students offered scholarships by Zimbabwean President, Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa to work hard and make Zambia proud as a country. Read more
31 March 2021
E-Learning for Strengthening Educational Capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa
Based on the survey and the focus group discussions, the need for improving usage of digital platforms in bio-entrepreneurship education became evident. All partner HEIs (Higher Education Institutions) already do have online platforms in use, but equipment and software are often out of date or inadequate. Read more
Minister Mushimba Revisits NORTEC
Higher Education Minister Dr. Brian Mushimba was grateful for the Northern Technical College (NORTEC) management for revising the curricula in line with, the ten-million-kwacha worth, state-of-the-art training equipment that the Government through the Ministry of Higher Education bought, distributed, and now awaiting installation. Read more
Ministry of Higher Education Launches UNZA Medical Ventilator
Honourable Mushimba believed such technologies as the medical ventilator demonstrate the resourcefulness, willingness and potential to rise up to the occasion and support the fight against COVID – 19 by our own people in our own institutions. Read more
RUFORUM-Sentinel PhD Students Share Their Progress and Personal Reflections
As part of its capacity strengthening strategy, Sentinel has awarded small research grants to 25 PhD candidates in sub-Saharan Africa to carry out novel, relevant research at the agricultural/environment nexus. These are focused mainly (but not exclusively) on PhD projects in our three focal countries of Ethiopia, Ghana and Zambia. Read more
University of Lusaka and Indecent Dressing, Introduces a Dress Code
The university considers appearance and attitude as cardinal aspects of its students. Thus, a mature attitude should be demonstrated through the manner of dress and appearance of students while attending classes or engaging in other academic pursuits on or off-campus. Read more
UNZA Medical Training in New Start
Since July 1966, when the University of Zambia (UNZA) Great East Road campus in Lusaka was opened, medical training has been taking seven years. Read more
Zambian Leader Calls for Prosecution of People with Fake Education Qualifications
The Zambian leader, who went to verify senior secondary school qualifications with the Examination Council of Zambia (ECZ), said people with fake qualifications were diluting the standard of education in the country, adding that it was wrong to access employment with fake qualifications. Read more
28 February 2021
CBU Union Demands for Reinstatement, Increment of Meal Allowances
Speaking in Kitwe during a press briefing held at Zemics Lodge COBUSU president Lawrence Kasonde said most students at the second highest education institute are failing to have three meals per day but instead are having one meal in day as there has been no other feeding program that was introduced to replace meal allowances. Read more
Re-Opening of the University of Zambia in a Phased Approach
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Senate, at its special meeting held on Tuesday, 09th February 2021, has resolved to review the University Senate resolution of 27th January 2021 regarding the phased reopening of the University of Zambia for students… Read more
Supporting Teachers’ Professional Development in Zambia in COVID Times
During the co-design phase, three cohorts, each of 200 teachers, in three different Districts within Central Province, have been supported by the implementation partner World Vision Zambia (WVZ) and the project leaders, The Open University (OU), in running the enhanced SBCPD programme. Read more
The Journey to My PhD Programme Begun with My Involvement in the SENTINEL Project
Coming from a poor rural background financially coupled with exposure to pupils from well to do families in urban areas, did not draw me backwards academically. Instead, this served as a great source of inspiration to achieve excellency and study hard with a view of changing my life. Read more
UNZA’s Non-Engagement with Tobacco Industry
The University of Zambia is committed and joins the comprehensive public health efforts being made by WHO and the international community to non-engagement with tobacco. Read more
UNZA to Open in Phased Approach for Freshers and Second Year Students
The University of Zambia will open for learning in a phased approach for students in their first and second year of study. Read more
31 January 2021
UNDP, Ministry of Higher Education Join Forces to Accelerate the Role of Higher Education
The Government of the Republic of Zambia through the Ministry of Higher Education and the UNDP have joined forces today, signing a five-year MoU outlining key areas of cooperation to deepen institutional engagement in the higher education sector… Read more
UNZA Opens its 2020/2021 Academic Year in a Phased Manner…
The University of Zambia Senate, at its special meeting held on Wednesday, 27th January, 2021, has resolved that the University opens in a phased manner and employs a blended approach of face-to-face and online learning during the 2020/21 Academic Year… Read more
UNZA to Reopen Feb 7 in a Phased Manner
According to a statement by UNZA acting registrar Rodgers Phiri, the University of Zambia Senate, at its special meeting held on Wednesday, January 27 resolved that the institution will open in a phased manner and employ a blended approach of face-to-face and online learning during the 2020/21 academic year. Read more
31 December 2020
21 Zambian Students Participate in Huawei’s “Seeds for the Future” Program
Twenty-one Zambian students from various higher learning institutions joined Chinese technology giant Huawei Technologies’ “Seeds for the Future” program to get skills in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), a release said on Monday. Read more
Manufacturing Occupational Standards Validated
The Government through the Ministry of Higher Education is cognizant of concerns from industry of mismatch between job performance requirements and skills development that exist in the manufacturing sector. Read more
“Nuclear for Peaceful Use” Says Mushimba
Higher Education Minister Engineer Dr. Brian Mushimba said the launched nuclear policy is a clear demonstration by the Government under the able leadership of His Excellency President Edgar Chagwa Lungu for the exhibited commitment in identifying several opportunities of science and technology… Read more
Service Delivery Charter Launched
The Ministry of Higher Education has launched the Service Delivery Charter after the Science Technology and Innovation, TEVET and Nuclear policies that were formally effected a fortnight ago… Read more
UNZA Pharmacy Student Scoops Prestigious Young Innovators Award
The University of Zambia 4th year Pharmacy student has become the first student to scoop the Pharmaceutical Society of Zambia Young Innovators Award following her conceptualized innovation on a project aimed at developing Anti-Asthma Body Spray… Read more
UNZA Student Shines in Continental Essay Writing
The University of Zambia (UNZA) 4th year student in the School of Education Fredrick Chama has scooped the second prize in the African Organization for Standardization (ARSO) essay writing competition facilitated by the Zambia Bureau of Standards (ZABS). Read more
US$5 Million Boost for Extensive Sexuality Education
Twenty tertiary education institutions in Zambia and Zimbabwe will receive a total of US$5 million in 2021 to implement comprehensive campus-wide sexual reproductive health, rights and sexuality education programmes …Read more
30 November 2020
Higher Education PS Tours CBU – Africa Centre of Excellence
Higher Education Permanent Secretary Kayula Siame expressed happiness with the extent of various topical Research programs undertaken at the Copperbelt University – Africa Centre of Excellence. Read more
ILO Commends MoHE on PWDs Key Achievements
International Labour Organisation (ILO) Representative Mwenya Kapasa commended MoHE for a number of achievements recorded over the years in education activities of Persons With Disabilities. Read more
MoHE Gives Five 2020 Science and Technology Awards
Higher Education Permanent Secretary Kayula Siame encouraged collaborative research activities and reminded researchers that no country can develop without research. Read more
State of Higher Education Authority Report – Launch
Higher Education Minister Eng. Dr. Brian Mushimba launched the Higher Education Authority (HEA) report that he believed was a necessary tool to bench mark and evaluate key milestones in managing the higher education sector. Read more
Subsidy Cuts, Closures of Private Institutions Affect Students
State cuts in funding for public higher education within Zambia have pushed more costs onto students, making it harder for them to learn and graduate, the country’s education union leader has said. Read more
UNZA had no Audited Financial Statements Between 1994 to 2014
UNIVERSITY of Zambia (UNZA) Vice-Chancellor Professor Luke Mumba has revealed that the institution ran from 1994 to 2014 without audited financial statements, but is working to ensure the University is up to-date…Read more
31 October 2020
UNZALARU Will be Subjected to Strict Proof on What is Owed to Them
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Council has admitted that it had been deducting money from its employees’ monthly union contributions. Read more
UNZA VC Applauds Government for Maize Processing & Milling Plant
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Luke Mumba, has thanked Government for giving the institution of higher learning the Maize Processing and Milling Plant for training and revenue generation. Read more
30 September 2020
COBUSU Finance Secretary Arrested for Theft of K95,990 and Forgery
Police in Kitwe have arrested Copperbelt University Students Union finance secretary Bright Chanda for theft by servant and forgery. Read more
30 August 2020
A Zambian Student Scoops Best Female Research Project Medal in Africa
Chikondi, a second year IT student at Chalimbana University participated in a competitive educational programme and came up with a research project paper titled “Food Security in Africa”. Read more
Mushimba Announces New Zambia Qualifications Authority Board of Directors
The Minister of Higher Education Dr. Eng. Brian Mushimba inaugurated eleven (11) new Board of Directors for the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA). Read more
UNZA Don Appointed
The University of Zambia Lecturer under the Institute of Distance Education Dr Francis Simui has been nominated as a member of Advisory Board of the Network of Open Educational Resources (OER) and Multimodal Self-Directed Learning in Southern Africa (NOMSA). Read more
UNZALARU, UNZA Recognition Agreement Back
A JUDGE has reversed the termination of a recognition agreement between the University of Zambia Lecturers and Researchers Union (UNZALARU) and the University of Zambia (UNZA) council. Read more
31 July 2020
Dr. Mushimba, Emphasizes Skills Keep the Economy Moving
Higher Education Minister Dr. Brian C. Mushimba officially launched the World Youth Skills celebrations under the theme “Skills Keep the Economy Moving.” Read more
…K500, 000 COVID – 19 Emergency Research Grants
Higher Education Minister Dr. Brian Mushimba handed over K500, 000 emergency research grants towards 5 proposals for the immediate funding of the county’s Scientific Community to make a contribution towards combating the covid – 19 pandemic. Read more
Zambia Qualifications Act, Framework Enhancement Advances
Higher Education Permanent Secretary Kayula Siame disclosed that the Government through Ministry of Higher Education is enhancing the Zambia Qualification Authority Act,… Read more
30 June 2020
Government Asks China for Funds to Complete New University
Zambia has asked China to expedite a US$255 million loan to finish construction of a university named after its second president, Frederick Chiluba, according to local news sources. Read more
What’s the Future of Online Higher Education in Africa?
At one point during the global COVID-19 pandemic, 1.6 billion young people in 161 countries were out of school – close to 80 per cent of the world’s enrolled students. Read more
Universities to Start Phased Reopening, But is it too Soon?
The Zambian government’s plan to start reopening universities on 1 July has sparked concerns among lecturer unions and students that the move comes too early, and could see COVID-19 spread like wildfire among the student body and academics. Read more
31 May 2020
Foreign Students to Access Learning
Foreign students pursuing their studies in the Zambian universities will be provided with provisions to access teaching and learning. Read more
Former Post Graduate Students Embrace MOHE
As a result of low ratios of females compared to males progressing to postgraduate level in science related fields, the Ministry designed a supportive pedagogy platform to encourage female participation so as to increase the ratio of candidates. Read more
Innovative Solutions Taking Shape Amidst COVID -19
Higher Education Minister Dr. Brian Mushimba handed over K100,000 to the University of Zambia, being monetary support from the National Technology and Business Centre (NTBC) a statutory institution under the Ministry. Read more
Students Attend Yaka! Baka! Conference in Zambia
Three young female students from Chancellor College recently attended the Yaka! Baka! Feminist Arts Festival in Zambia. Read more
30 April 2020
Africa Must have Research and Treatment Tailored to its Reality
Africa is often described as the “next frontier” in the global economy but malaria — both driven by and causing poverty — still chokes economic growth. Yet we have made advances to break that cycle in recent years. Read more
Extension of Student Loans to Private Universities Welcomed
The Zambia National Students Union has commended President Edgar Lungu and Minister of Higher Education Brian Mushimba for the decision to extend the student loan scheme to private universities. Read more
31 March 2020
Closure of the University of Zambia (UNZA) due to Covid-19 Pandemic
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Senate, at its meeting held yesterday, Wednesday, 18th March 2020, decided to close the University following the directive and guidance from the Ministry of Health effective Friday, 20th March 2020. Read more
28 February 2020
Dr Francis Mangeni Donates 10 Copies of His Book to UNZA
Director of Trade Customs and Monetary Affair of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), Dr Francis Mangeni, has donated 10 copies to the University of Zambia (UNZA) of the book he co-authored with Calestous Juma, entitled “Emergent Africa – Evolution of Economic Integration”. Read more
UNZA VC Tours Maize Processing & Milling Plant
The University of Zambia (UNZA) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Luke Mumba, has thanked Government for giving the institution of higher learning the Maize Processing and Milling Plant for training and revenue generation. Read more
31 January 2020
Higher Education PS Urges ISAB Find Alternative Sources of ACEs Funding
Ministry of Higher Education Permanent Secretary, Mrs Kayula Siame, has called upon the International Scientific Advisory Board to assist the Africa Centre of Excellence for Infectious Diseases of Humans and Animals (ACEIDHA)… Read more
UNZA Enters into A Strategic Partnership with Xjtu
…Ministry of Higher Education Ms Kayula Siame led a delegation from the Ministry of Higher Education and the University of Zambia to Shaanxi Province in Xian City where Professor Luke Mumba, on behalf of the University of Zambia signed an overall strategic cooperation memorandum of understanding with Xian Jiaotong University (XJTU)… Read more
UNZA, Makerere Launch Weather Phone Predicting App
The University of Zambia (UNZA) School of Agricultural Sciences in collaboration with the College of Agriculture of Makerere University and the University of California has launched a weather phone app called CROPWIS which is capable of predicting weather forecast and real-time satellite meteorology to farmers. Read more
Zambia Shuts Down Three Universities for Violations
In Zambia, the Higher Education Authority (HEA) announced Tuesday that three universities have been deregistered and are prevented from any further operations. Read more
31 December 2019
Higher Education PS Urges ISAB Find Alternative Sources of ACEs Funding
Ministry of Higher Education Permanent Secretary, Mrs Kayula Siame, has called upon the International Scientific Advisory Board to assist the Africa Centre of Excellence for Infectious Diseases of Humans and Animals (ACEIDHA)… Read more
How I Discovered the Many Versions of ‘Home’
…Truth be told, no one prepared me for what awaited me, especially in a foreign country, the adventure of learning new ways of life, unlearning and relearning new norms. Read more
Full Speech Delivered by the Minister of Higher Education at RUFORUM AGM In Cape Coast, Ghana…
Zambia is currently implementing the Seventh National Development Plan (7NDP) which underpins the Country’s aspiration to of becoming a prosperous middle-income country in line with its Vision 2030. Read more
UB to Research on Doping in Botswana, Zambia and Papua New Guinea
The University of Botswana will embark on research that will focus on Anti- Doping Education and Consideration/Intention of Using Prohibited Substances in Botswana, Zambia and Papua New Guinea, thanks to a 2020 World Anti-Doping Agency research grant. Read more
University Increases Registration Fees by Over 100%
Zambia’s Copperbelt University has upped registration fees by over 100% as students report for the new academic year. Read more
UNZA Enters into a Strategic Partnership with Xjtu
…Ministry of Higher Education Ms Kayula Siame led a delegation from the Ministry of Higher Education and the University of Zambia to Shaanxi Province in Xian City… Read more
UNZA Student Develops Body Spray Prototype for Asthmatic, Hypertensive Patients
The University of Zambia fourth-year student pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy has developed a prototype of a body spray which can be used as well as prevent attacks on asthmatic and hypertensive patients. Read more
30 November 2019
Government Vows to Maintain Public Universities
Zambia’s Higher Education Minister Brian Mushimba says the government will maintain the University of Zambia and Copperbelt University as the country’s premier learning institutions in the wake of the mushrooming of private universities… Read more
31 October 2019
HEA Director general: Quality Higher Education Ensures Zambia’s Independence
Higher Education Authority (HEA) Director General, Professor Stephen Simukanga, has stated that safeguarding the provision of quality higher education in Zambia ensures the continued preservation of Zambia’s independence. Read more
Lawyers can’t Spell or Write Meaningful Sentences Says ZIALE
Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education ZIALE says some prospect lawyers sitting Bar entry exams cannot spell or construct meaningful sentences. Read more
30 September 2019
Students Protest Xenophobic Attacks in South Africa
Zambian students have staged violent demonstrations against xenophobic attacks in South Africa, protests that have since been condemned by Zambia’s president, Edgar Lungu. Read more
University of Zambia is the Best University in Zambia
One of the world’s leading research entities, the Spanish National Research Council, has ranked The University of Zambia the best University in Zambia for the year 2019. Read more
31 July 2019
“Global Challenges Requires Science-Based Responses Towards Sustainable Solutions”
UNESCO was positioned to foster such solutions through its international science programmes and policy advice, with its unique UN mandate encompassing a broad scope of scientific field. Read more
HEA Welcomes New Minister of Higher Education, Dr. Mushimba, MP
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has welcomed with great delight the appointment of Honourable Dr. Brian Mushimba, MP, as the new Minister of Higher Education. Read more
Honorary Degrees for Two Presidents Spark Backlash
The University of Zambia (UNZA) last weekend awarded Zambian President Edgar Lungu and Zimbabwean President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa honorary doctorates in law for exceptional leadership and upholding the rule of law, triggering a backlash. Read more
30 June 2019
First Ever Higher Education Policy Launched
The Ministry of Higher Education has launched its first ever National Higher Education policy, with a call for the Zambian citizens to view education as a key driver of economic and social development. Read more
31 May 2019
Government Applauds UNZA For Developing the Quality Assurance Framework
Minister of Higher Education, Prof. Nkandu Luo, has commended the University of Zambia (UNZA) for launching the Quality Assurance Framework document. Read more
UNZA, LWSCO Sign MoU Focusing on Research, Water Supply and Sanitation
The University of Zambia (UNZA) through the School of Engineering has signed a memorandum of understanding with Lusaka Water and Sewerage Company (LWSC) to work together on research that focuses on water supply and sanitation. Read more
UNZA Signs MoU with the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services
The University of Zambia (UNZA) through the School of Humanities and Social Sciences has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Community Development and Social Services (MCDSS) aimed at offering training programmes intended to develop critical skills in the staff at the Ministry and the country at large. Read more
Vocational Studies Students Changes Dept of Science Technical and Vocational Education Face Look
Students studying Vocational Education has been doing their hands on practicals that has left a significant change to the face look of the Department of Science Technical and Vocational Education (DSTVE). Read more
30 April 2019
ABB Hands Over Mini-Grid High Voltage Substation to UNZA School of Engineering
The University of Zambia (UNZA), through the School of Engineering, has received a digitally empowered high-voltage substation, which will be used for hands-on training for the students in the School of Engineering. Read more
Remarks by the Chairperson of the Caretaker Committee of Council at the Launch of the UNZA Industrial Printer
Hon Minister, this is the second opportunity I am privileged to be associated with in the work we have been doing to turn around the University of Zambia and promote income generation. Read more
UNZA, Mika Group of Hotels Sign MoU to Support Publishing of Journals
The University of Zambia through UNZA Press has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mika Hotels to help in the publishing of the ZANGO, Journal of Contemporary Issues. Read more
31 March 2019
Continued Go-Slow by Lecturers Likely to Downgrade Ratings of UNZA and CBU
Copperbelt University-Academic Union president Dr. Derrick Ntalasha says the continued go-slow by lecturers at the University and University of Zambia UNZA has the potential to downgrade the ratings of the two learning institutions globally. Read more
Higher Education Authority Reinstates the Registration Status of Three Universities
The Higher Education Authority has reinstated the registration status of City University of Science and Technology-Lusaka South Campus, Harvest University, and Livingstone International University of Tourism Excellence and Business Management (LIUTEBM). Read more
PhD is Easy, If You Are Dedicated: So People Still Have Issues with Hon. Dr. Brian Mushimba’s PhD from UNZA?
This is the path that mostly those who wish to take on a purely academic path embark on. It requires a minimum of one year of higher-level academic training in the core courses of the degree one is embarking on. Read more
28 February 2019
Students Act Over Scrapped Meal Allowances
Zambian students have approached parliament and are resolved to go to court if government does not reverse its decision to scrap meal allowances, a move they say is unlawful. Read more
31 January 2019
Govt Abolishes Meal Allowances for University Students
With effect from January 2019, government will no longer pay meal allowances to University of Zambia or Copperbelt University students, Higher Education Minister Professor Nkandu Luo has revealed in this audio. Read more
UNZA Enters into Agreement with Japan’s Gifu University to Develop Maintenance Experts for The Road Sector
The University of Zambia has entered into an agreement with Gifu University to ensure sustainable human capital development in the road sector in Zambia and the region. Read more
31 December 2018
Aceidha Wins Praises from World Bank & Government
Minister of Higher Education, Hon. Prof. Nkandu Luo, MP, said that the partnership between the Government and the World Bank through the Africa Centre of Excellence of Infectious Diseases of Humans and Animals (ACEIDHA) at the University of Zambia would assist in transforming various aspects of higher education and improve the research capacity in the country. Read more
Higher Education Authority Rejects Institutions and Programmes
19 institutions applied for registration but were not registered due to inadequacies in their applications following inspections and scrutiny of applications for registration as HEIs. Read more
Russia Unveils Plans for Nuclear Education Centre
Russian state atomic energy corporation Rosatom is assisting Zambia in establishing a nuclear education centre that will enhance inter-university cooperation by training qualified personnel to work in the field of nuclear technology. Read more
UNZA & Hunan Partner in Postgraduate Training
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has entered into a strategic alliance with Hunan Normal University (HUNNU) to support postgraduate training in Chinese language under the Confucius Institute. Read more
31 October 2018
UNZA Introduced Two New Degree Programmes
The University of Zambia is proud to announce the introduction of two new degree programmes in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences under the Department of Media and Communication Studies. Read more
30 September 2018
University of Zambia Sold to Chinese
We demand explanation on the sale of UNZA and it is an open secret that Ridgeway camps will be moved to Mwembeshi. Read more
31 August 2018
Government to Reduce Years on How One Spends to Get A Diploma
Minister of Higher Education Prof Nkandu Luo says government is considering to reduce the duration students spend to obtain a Diploma. Read more
The PF Government Is Broke, EX UNZA, CBU Students to be Extorted of Bursary Scholarships at 15% Interest Going Back to 2004
The magnitude of the PF government’s financial problems is quickly coming to light, the burden of the excessive national debt is now breaking the camel’s back. The chickens are coming home to roost! In an unexpected announcement, the PF government will start deducting from salaries of all former UNZA and CBU students who were on bursary schemes going back to 2004. Read more
30 June 2018
Seven Suspended UNZA Students Sue Management
We the 7 suspended university of Zambia students have sued the university of Zambia management for illegally suspending us without following the due right procedure. Read more
Unesco Grant Moono Scholarship to Study Witchcraft
I am happy to announce that I am one of the recipients of the UNESCO scholarship to study for a Bachelor of Science in Intangible Cultural Heritage with a Major in Witchcraft and a Minor in Anthropology. Read more
30 December 2017
EIZ Calls For Innovative Driven Economy
The Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) has called for an engineering and innovation driven economy to sustain the country’s economic growth. Read more
Government to Create a Cyber City to Catalyse Education, Research And Innovation
The Zambia Cyber City will be a business innovation hub, comprising workshops, light manufacturing facilities, Data center to catalyse education research and innovation for small and medium enterprises. Read more
I am not happy – Luo ….Minister tells Parley Police Were Too Heavy-Handed in Quelling Disturbance at Coppebelt University
The Government has condemned the manner in which police deployed at the Copperbelt University (CBU) to quell a protest by students over delayed meal allowances executed their duties leading to reported cases of some students being brutalized. Read more
New University to Boost Higher Education Sector Expansion
Zambia has started the process of building a US$110 million university in honour of its late second president Frederick Chiluba as part of national efforts to expand access to higher education and accommodate the increasing number of young people emerging from the growing secondary school sector. Read more
Tighten Regulations around Academic Qualifications
An academician and consultant Peter Machungwa has urged the Government to tighten regulation around academic qualifications because misuse of titles like doctorates and professorship is damaging the image of the country and demeans the value of education. Read more
30 October 2017
Increased Budgetary Allocation to Enhance Education
The sector in Zambia has universities, colleges, trades schools, secondary, primary and early childhood. Though we have two ministries, namely General Education and Higher Education, they are dependent on each other. Read more
Intervene In University Of Zambia Fees
The Zambia National Students’ Union (ZANASU) has appealed to the Ministry of Higher Education to intervene in the increment of fees at the University of Zambia (UNZA) saying if left unchecked, many poor students would be denied access to education. Read more
Zambia, Russia Sign Education Deal
The Ministry of Higher Education has entered into an agreement with the People’s Friendship University of Russia which will see Zambia become a regional cluster centre for academic activities. Read more
15 September 2017
Israel Set to Support National Skills Development
The Minister of Higher Education led a team comprising representatives from her Ministry, the University of Zambia and the Copperbelt University to a series of engagements with strategic institutions in Israel. Read more
UNZA Graduates 468 Health Professionals
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has produced 468 graduates who were pursuing various health-based degree programmes from its Ridgeway campus who have already been handed over to Government for deployment in different health institutions across the country in 2017. Read more
UNZA Introduces 4 New Health-Based Degree Programmes
The University of Zambia (UNZA) has introduced new health-based degree programmes at its Ridgeway campus in Lusaka in its efforts to meet emerging health issues and adequately equip its students. Read more
31 August 2017
Naqez Urges Proper Support towards Unbundling of Unza
The National Action for Quality Education in Zambia (NAQEZ) has said the Government’s intention to break down the University of Zambia (UNZA) into five university colleges should be backed by appropriate support in order to achieve the intended goals. Read more
Unza Broken Up
ABINET has approved the restructuring of the University of Zambia (UNZA) into separate, specialised colleges. The university colleges will be defined under the following faculties: Medicine, Education, Agriculture and Veterinary medicine, Engineering, Mines and Minerals, and Humanities and Arts. Read more
15 August 2017
Allow Defaulting Students to Write Exams
Movement for Economic Empowerment and Democracy (MEED) has called on the University of Zambia (UNZA) management not to bar students who have not cleared their fees from writing examinations. Read more
Parents Should Prepare for Kids’ University Education
University education anywhere in the world is not cheap; it requires adequate financial preparation. The sad reality is, however, that people want to start running around for tuition fees after their children have been given acceptance letters and thereafter the sustenance of their children in university becomes a perpetual miracle. Read more
Private Sector Support towards Education Vital
Minister of Higher Education has bemoaned the lack of private sector support to advancement of tertiary learning in the country. Read more
15 July 2017
Dr Gbm: Commonwealth University Confers Gbm with Honorary Doctorate
Opposition UPND vice-president Geoffrey Bwalya Mwamba commonly known as GBM has joined the race for honorary doctorates after the Commonwealth University conferred him with a honorary degree in Business Administration. Read more
Government, UNZA Sign Us$ 6 Million Deal
Government of the Republic of Zambia and the University of Zambia have signed a US$6 million Performance and Funding Agreement for the African Centre of Excellence for Emerging and Zoonotic Diseases (ACEEZD). Read more
Non-Payment of Tuition Fees by UNZA Students
Recently, a statement has been issued in the media suggesting some students were being denied access to education on account of failure to settle fees due. Read more
UNZA Holds Southern African Comparative & History of Education Society Conference
The Conference was held under the theme, “Globalization in Education and Local Development” and was convened jointly by the University of Zambia’s School of Education and the Southern African Comparative and History of Education Society whose headquarters is in Pretoria, South Africa. Read more
UNZA Launches Americas Alumni Relations & Advancement Branch Network
The University of Zambia launched the Americas UNZA Alumni Relations and Advancement Branch Network at the Ambassador’s Residence, Embassy of the Republic of Zambia in Washington DC United States of America. Read more
30 June 2017
Entrance Exams to Raise Graduates’ Calibre
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has said the Government’s intention to introduce entrance examinations for college and university students will raise the calibre of graduates being produced at institutions of higher learning. Read more
Investment in Education of Youths Important
One of the greatest achievements of the concept of human development since its articulation in 1990 is that it has succeeded in re-orienting the analysis of development towards the main dimensions of choices made by human beings; that is, the expansion of their capacity to live increasingly long, materially and spiritually enriching lives. Read more
University Suspends 50 Students for a Year over Protests
The country’s Mulungushi University has suspended 50 students, including student union leaders, for a year following recent riots over fees that students say are unaffordable. Read more
Unza Launches Education for Sustainable Development in Mineral Resources Management Project
The University of Zambia in conjunction the African Development Bank have launched the Education for Sustainable Development in Natural Mineral Resources Management project, which will be executed by the University’s School of Mines under the Mineral Processing and Metallurgy Department. Read more
15 May 2017
Luo Extinguishes UNZA Riots
Sunday night’s rioting at the University of Zambia in Lusaka spilt into, Higher Education Minister Nkandu Luo responded by suspending all activities of the student’s union. Read more
55 Tertiary Institutions Registered
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has registered 55 higher education institutions countrywide in accordance with the provisions of the Higher Education Act Number 4 of 2013. Read more
30 April 2017
59 Mulungushi Varsity Students Released
Police in Kabwe have released the 59 students at Mulungushi University who were arrested on Tuesday for rioting over the hike in tuition fees at the learning institution. Read more
Construction Works at Chalimbana University Stalled
Construction works at Chalimbana University in Chongwe have stalled because the contractor Government engaged to undertake the project has been liquidated. Read more
‘Paul Mushindo University to Complete Soon
Residents have been urged to stay calm as Government will expedite the completion of the Paul Mushindo University project in in Chinsali. Read more
UoA Appoints Zambia’s First Female Chancellor
Ruth Mubanga has been appointed chancellor of the University of Africa, making history of being first female to ascend to that position in Zambia. Read more
Varsities Producing Dull Graduates Face Down-Grade
Minister of Higher Education Nkandu Luo has threatened to down-grade institutions of higher learning that produce non-performing graduates. Read more
15 March 2017
Calm Returns at CBU’s Riverside Campus after Unrest over Meal Allowances
The Copperbelt University (CBU) management says calm has returned to the university following a student unrest. Read more
UNZA Bursaries Increased From 2,009 to 2,653
Government has increased the number of students who have been selected for bursary for the University of Zambia (UNZA) 2016/2017 academic year from 2,009 to 2,653. Read more
UNZA Mourns Zimbabwe Open University Vice Chancellor
The Council, Senate, Management and staff of the University Zambia would like express their profound sadness over the passing on of Zimbabwe Open University Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Primrose Kurasha. Read more
31 January 2017
Need To Revamp Varsities in Zambia
In a country that started with 100 university graduates at independence, the rapid expansion of universities is welcome. Read more
UNZA Needs Reforms to Be Profitable-Luo
Government says the University of Zambia needs to be restructured to make it a more profitable public university in the country and the region. Read more
15 November 2016
Technical Education Significant in Economic Development
Government says technical education and vocation training (TEVETA) play a significant role in the economic development of any nation. Read more
Peace Not Just Absence of Guns
Peace is not just the absence of guns but also being free of psychological problems because one’s needs are taken care of, says Higher Education Minister during the commemoration of World Science Day for Peace and Development. Read more
31 October 2016
Nortec Student Riots after Zesco Extends Load Shedding Hours
Northern Technical College students on Wednesday night rioted over extended load shedding by Zesco which they say is affecting their academic performance. Read more
University of Lusaka Executive MBA in Leadership and Wealth Creation Students on 10-day Tour of Israel
Twenty University of Lusaka (UNILUS) students have expressed joy over their 10-day tour in Israel because it will equip them with knowledge on how that country transformed itself into a powerhouse in technology, entrepreneurship and wealth creation in the midst of scarce natural resources. Read more
UNZA Course Materials Will Pass HEA Test’
We are confident that the University of Zambia (UNZA) course materials we submitted to the Higher Education Authority (HEA) will meet their requirements and pass the quality check because we have enhanced our performance and professionalism. Read more
15 September 2016
Skilled Youths Key Drivers of Economy
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) has called for aggressive funding of youth informal skills as they are key drivers and contributors of all economic sectors. Read more
UNZA Churns Out 117 Medical Doctors
The University of Zambia (UNZA)’s School of Medicine has produced the largest ever number of graduates in one intake and has pledged to help the government plug the human resource gap in the health sector. Read more
UNZA on Go-Slow
University of Zambia workers are on go-slow following the government’s failure to pay their salaries on time. Read more
Zambia Open University Prides in Academic Excellence
Over 900 students have qualified to be conferred with diplomas and degrees and the private learning institution has recorded the first cohort of candidates who obtained the Public Administration degree. Read more
31 August 2016
Eden, CBU Partner in Education Delivery
Education is now a term that our ears are attuned to. Since time immemorial, education has been a priority in Zambia. Read more
How Nkrumah University Is Transforming
Among the measures the government has taken to train more secondary school teachers is the upgrading of Nkrumah College of Education in Kabwe into a university. Read more
Investment in Women’s Education Key
Founder of the Women’s University in Africa Hope Sadza has called for investment in women’s education because women are an integral part of development. Read more
31 July 2016
Court Acquits 14 UNZA Students
The Lusaka Magistrates’ Court on Monday acquitted 14 University of Zambia students after police informed the court that they could not link them to the offence of conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace. Read more
Fast-Track Diploma in Information & Communication Technologies for In-Service Teachers
The University of Zambia, School of Education, Department of Library and Information Science has introduced a special Fast-Track Diploma course for Teachers. Read more
Vodafone, Ecobank Ink Student Support Deal
Vodafone Zambia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ecobank Zambia to provide financial business support worth US$50,000 to 250 students at five tertiary education institutions in Zambia. Read more
15 July 2016
Luapula University named after FTJ
President renamed Luapula University after former President Frederick Chiluba. Read more
30 June 2016
Govt Counsels Students Abroad
Foreign Affairs Minister has urged Zambian students in South Korea to return home after completing their University education so that they can contribute to national development. Read more
Government Transforms Robert Makasa into CBU Faculty
Government has announced that it has transformed the recently constructed Robert Kapasa Makasa in Chinsali into a faculty of the Copperbelt University. Read more
World Bank Approves U$6million to UNZA Vet Dept
The World Bank has approved a $6 million funding for the implementation of the Africa Centre of Excellence in Emerging and Zoonotic Diseases (ACEEZD) by the University of Zambia (UNZA) School of Veterinary Medicine. Read more
15 June 2016
Mulungushi University Undergoes a Facelift
Government is spending in excess of One Hundred Million Kwacha for infrastructure upgrade at Mulungushi University in Kabwe. Read more
Students Condemn UNZA Jubilee Violence
The Evelyn Hone College Students Union (EHCOSU) has condemned violence that erupted during the golden jubilee celebrations at the University of Zambia (UNZA) between supporters of the United Party for National Development (UPND) and Patriotic Front (PF). Read more
Unza Students Ponder Revolt over Meal Allowances
Trouble is brewing at the University of Zambia with students threatening to again take to the Great East Road if they are not paid outstanding allowances. Read more
15 May 2016
Expelled CBU Students Apologise to Lungu, Kaingu
The 12 expelled students at the Copperbelt University have apologised to the President over what they termed huge embarrassment they caused to the nation. Read more
Government to Construct Seven New Trades Schools
Government has released K44 million towards the construction of seven new trades training institutions in districts that did not previously have any training institute. Read more
Never Sacrifice Quality of Education
An educational body has expressed grave worry that most emerging colleges and universities around Zambia are operating with very poor infrastructure and ill-qualified personnel. Read more
30 April 2016
Govt Justifies College Relocation
Higher Education Deputy Minister says government carried out wide consultations with various stakeholders before relocating the construction of college of mathematics and science from Kabompo to Solwezi. Read more
CBU Lecturers Want Kaingu Reprimanded
Copperbelt University lecturers have asked Parliament to reprimand Michael Kaingu for flouting the law in his management of universities, which is posing a great danger to the country’s democracy and rule of law. Read more
CBU Students Sign Commitment to Rules
The Copperbelt University (CBU), which was indefinitely closed over two months ago due to students’ unrest, has re-opened. Read more
CBU Set To Re-Open
Finally Copperbelt University students will get back to their school routine after the more than two months closure. Read more
UNZA Finally Re-opens Amid New Security Measures
The University of Zambia will finally get back to academic business after a more than two months forced closure. Read more
Zambia Needs More Open, Distance Courses
Minister of Higher Education has called on higher learning institutions to introduce more open and distance courses to contribute to empowerment of Zambians as well as social and economic development of the country. Read more
15 April 2016
19 Private Universities Registered in Zambia Under the 2013 Higher Education Act
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has registered 19 private universities in Zambia under the 2013 Higher Education Act, which replaced the 1999 University Act. Read more
Apex Students Sue University Over Union Poll Clause
OVER 3,000 medical students from the Lusaka Apex Medical University have sued the institution seeking an order for an amendment to the constitution to allow them participate in students’ union elections. Read more
CBU,USTR Sign MOU
The Copperbelt University (CBU) and the National University of Science and Technology of Russia have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at creating study and research linkage between the two learning institutions. Read more
CBU Students Appeal to Government to Forgive Students on the Verge of Expulsion
Copperbelt University students have appealed to government to forgive students who are on the verge of being expelled from the university once it reopens. Read more
Lesotho, Zambia Seal Deal
Zambia and Lesotho have signed a Memorandum of Understanding in education at the Copperbelt University School of Medicine in Ndola. Read more
Makasa University Almost Done
The newly built Robert Makasa University in Muchinga Province will be handed to government before the end of the year. Read more
UNZA Ready to Re-Open
The University of Zambia says it is ready for re-opening after having met all the benchmarks set by Higher Education Minister Michael Kaingu. Read more
1 April 2016
CBU Ready to Reopen
The Copperbelt University -CBU- has written to the Ministry of Higher Education indicating its readiness to re-open the institution. Read more
K38m Secured For Lewanika University
Government has secured 38 million Kwacha initial funding for the construction of Lewanika University in Mongu. Read more
Kasama to Get University
Government says it plans to build a University in Kasama in Northern Province. Read more
Ridgeway,Ndola Campus Exempted
The Ministry of Higher Education says it will continue to pay meal allowances to students on bursary at the University of Zambia- School of Medicine Ridgeway campus and the Copperbelt University Ndola campus. Read more
Scale-Up Entreprenuership Training-Kaingu
Minister of Higher Education has appealed to all trade institutes country wide to scale up entrepreneur courses in their institutions. Read more
Teacher Gets 9 Months in Jail for Forging Diploma
Magistrate Faides Hamaundu has convicted and sentenced a teacher to nine months imprisonment with hard labour for forging a Secondary Teacher’s Diploma. Read more
UNILUS cited as CEEC success story
University of Lusaka has been cited as one of the success stories of entities that have benefited from the Citizens Economic Empowerment Commission (CEEC). Read more
UNZA and CBU Effects on Elections
In most emerging democracies and in those countries seeking its consolidation (Democracy), education institutions are not only seen as places where intellectuals and scholars are educated but places where people who will help govern or lead the country are trained. Read more
UNZA Meets Some Conditions for Re-opening
The University of Zambia has gone some measure in meeting some of the conditions set by Higher Education Minister for the re-opening of the institution that was closed. Read more
15 March 2016
Say Sorry, Banda Tells Students
Northmead Assembly of God Overseer Joshua Banda has urged University of Zambia- UNZA- and Copperbelt University -UNZA- students to apologise to the nation for their riotous behaviour. Read more
There is No Single Zambian Student on Scholarship Stranded in China
Vice-President has told Parliament that the Zambian embassy in Beijing and the Chinese government are working out ways to help 500 Zambian students that are stranded in China. Read more
UNZA Academic Staff Have Not Received February Salaries
University of Zambia (UNZA) academic staff has not been paid their February salaries as of March 8th today.Read more
UNZA, CBU Lecturers on Go-Slow Over Salaries
Copperbelt University lecturers say they will not prepare the forthcoming examinations because of the delayed February salaries. Read more
UNZA, CBU Re-opening Goes to Parliament
The case of the re-opening of the University of Zambia will come up in when Education Minister delivers a Ministerial Statemen. Read more
29 February 2016
CBU Lecturers Chide State Over Closure
Lecturers at the Copperbelt University (CBU) have demanded that Higher Education Minister Michael Kaingu provides a specified period of closure for the CBU and the University of Zambia (UNZA) failure to which, they will seek judicial review in the courts of law. Read more
Concern Over Ongoing Closure of Two Universities
The Young African Leaders Initiative says the continued closure of the University of Zambia and the Copperbelt University is a cost to the country and parents. Read more
Israel to Open Medical School in Zambia
Israel’s Galilee International Institute will open a medical school in Zambia to increase the number of doctors being trained in Zambia. Read more
Students Should Find Better Ways of Dealing With Grievances
OME people may feel that Government’s decision to close the University of Zambia (UNZA) and Copperbelt University (CBU) will disrupt the students’ education. Read more
UNZASU Lauds Govt
The University of Zambia Students Union (UNZASU) has hailed the Government for calling for dialogue with the student union representatives from the University of Zambia and Copperbelt University (CBU). Read more
15 February 2016
43 Prospective Zambia Universities Fail to Meet the University Standards
Forty-three universities which applied to be recognised as institutions of higher learning have failed to meet the required standards of registration and accreditation. Read more
Govt Firm on UNZA, CBU Closure
The Ministry of Higher Education says it will not reopen the University of Zambia and the Copperbelt University until it sees levels of maturity in the students. Read more
Lecturers Demand Reopening of CBU
Lecturers at the Copperbelt University say the government should not run away from its responsibility of addressing problems facing the institution and its students by merely effecting an indefinite closure. Read more
UNZA, CBU Closure Good For Students – ZANASU
THE closure of the University of Zambia (UNZA) and the Copperbelt University (CBU) by Government was done in the interest of students who had become barbarous and riotous, thereby damaging private and public properties, the Zambia National Students Union (ZANASU) has charged. Read more
January 2016
CBU Lecturers Press On With Work Stoppage
Lecturers at the Copperbelt University (CBU) in Kitwe have continued with their work stoppage, which entered day-four yesterday. Read more
CBU Saga: Who Is to Save the Institution?
Just what is wrong with the Copperbelt University, the second highest learning institution? Read more
CBU Students Riot
IRATE students at the Copperbelt University ran amok on Sunday night and blocked roads demanding the immediate reinstatement of over 80 of their colleagues who were suspended for riotous behaviour last week. Read more
Develop Suitable Courses, Kaingu Challenges Colleges
Institutions of higher learning have been challenged to come up with tangible business concept courses if more Zambians are to acquire entrepreneurship skills. Read more
Higher Education Springboard to a Better Zambia
Economies of Tiger countries have witnessed magical expansion chiefly because they have placed higher premiums on education. Read more
Japan Aids Kabwe Technical College
The Japanese government has given grants to two Zambian institutions under the grant assistance for the development of grassroots human security projects. Read more
Kaingu Warns Riotous Students
Students in higher institutions of learning who will choose to be used by some opposition political parties to cause instability in universities and colleges should be ready to face the consequences of their actions. Read more
Police Warns CB Students
Copperbelt Police Chief Charity Katanga has warned students from the Copperbelt University- CBU- in Kitwe that they will face the wrath of the law if they continue with their riotous behavior. Read more
November 2015
CBU Dons Salute Lungu THE Copperbelt University (CBU) lecturers’ union has praised the President for his fatherly heart, which has seen him exercise lenience on CBU students who faced disciplinary charges recently. Read more
CBU Scoops Best Educational Institution Exhibit Award at 89th Agricultural and Commercial Show The Copperbelt University has won the Best Education Institution Exhibit Award. The Award was presented to the Institution during the 89th Agricultural and Commercial Show in Lusaka recently. Read more
First PhD graduates of the University of Lusaka. Read more
Pregnancy Not End For Girl Child Although pregnancies of schoolgirls do not end the education of those affected in Zambia due to the re-entry policy, the situation introduces new circumstances that influence future decisions related to the girls’ education. Read more
Musoma Queries ‘Absurd’ ZIALE Results It is absurd and a great disservice to the nation for Ministry of Higher Education to remain mute over “nonsensical” results obtaining at the Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Education (ZIALE) without taking a step to address the mess. Read more
Zambian Graduates Capable — Govt THE government says there is no longer any need for the local employers to bring in expatriate workers to take up job opportunities for which Zambian graduates are qualified to take except in rare circumstances. Read more
October 2015
A Season of Disturbances at Copperbelt University A season of disturbances is continuing at the Copperbelt University, Zambia’s second largest institution based in Kitwe. Read more
CBU Lecturers Backpedal Unionised lecturers at the Copperbelt University (CBU) have resolved to resume work with immediate effect. Read more
Education is Mother of All Professions Government has taken serious measures in ensuring that teachers are fully equipped to meet the modern challenges of education and were a vital source of knowledge. Read more
Universities Must Generate Own Resources Universities in Zambia, like similar institutions the world over must use their academic resources to generate money to fund their activities. Read more
September 2015
Government Warns Against Exam Malpractices Government has warned that it will not take lightly candidates who will be caught engaging in examination malpractices this year. Read more
August 2015
Dr Kaingu Commends Private Universities Government recognised the significant involvement of private universities towards the development of higher education in the country. Read more
Kaingu’s Move Elates CBU Academics The Copperbelt University Academics Union (CBUAU) has expressed happiness with Education Minister Michael Kaingu’s move to dissolve the University Council of the Copperbelt University (CBU) because this has been one of the union’s demands. Read more
Stand Off The standoff between university lecturers and administration over outstanding payments is a very sad development which should not have been allowed to occur. Read more
July 2015
Boarding Houses: Source of Worry Following an increase in the number of private colleges and universities, the demand for student accommodation has become the biggest challenge in the country. Read more
CBU Closed Copperbelt University (CBU) in Kitwe has been closed indefinitely. Read more
CBU Lecturers Dare Kambwili Striking lecturers at the Copperbelt University (CBU) have said they will not resume work under the current management and have since challenged Chief Government spokesperson to fire them if he has powers to do so. Read more
Zambia, Uganda Education Exchange On Zambia’s High Commissioner to Tanzania and Uganda, has said Zambia and Uganda will revive the education exchange programmes between higher learning institutions among the two countries. Read more
June 2015
Close Down Sub-Standard Universities Government must move in and close private universities that are offering poor standards of education because they are just exploiting the people. Read more
UNZA Vice Chancellor and 3 Others Resign University of Zambia (UNZA) Vice Chancellor Stephen Simukanga and three other principal officers have resigned from their positions. Read more
Resignations Won’t Solve UNZA Problems- FDD The resignation of University of Zambia (UNZA) vice chancellor Stephen Simukanga and three other principal officers will not resolve the financial problems at the higher learning institution, opposition Forum for Democracy and Development (FDD) has said. Read more
May 2015
Doctors The University Teaching Hospital (UTH) management has a duty to address the negative attitude of some of their doctors who are turning away patients on the flimsy excuse that they are late for their review appointments. Read more
March 2015
Agriculture University Set for Mufulira The setting up of an agriculture training centre in Mufulira by Jacaranda Agriculture Training Centre is a welcome development which will propel agriculture in the district. Read more
October 2014
Students Demand for Loan Scheme Students from the country’s main universities and colleges are disappointed with the manner government is administering the bursary scheme. Read more
Let’s Start Budgeting for Research It will be nice for government to start budgeting for research, because people may end up having degrees, postgraduate certificates but without development. Read more
September 2014
Zambia Education Sector Has Improved Zambia is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its independence this year. Without improved education it would be impossible. Read more
Relevance of Zambia’s Education System Needs Evaluation The impact of inadequate skilled human capital in various sectors has negative effect on workmanship in several industries. Read more
August 2014
Mwase Calls on Colleges to Improve Quality of Education There is need for colleges to raise the bar in terms of quality education delivery as the country moves forward to improve literacy levels. Read more
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