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The Government of Zambia, in partnership with the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and the Zambian Embassy in Washington, will lead a high-level investment roadshow across major U.S. cities from September 5 to 18, 2025.
The mission aims to showcase trade and investment opportunities in key sectors including energy, agriculture, technology, manufacturing, mining, healthcare, and financial services.
According to a statement issued Wednesday, the roadshow will highlight Zambia’s ongoing reforms, investor-friendly policies, and commitment to building mutually beneficial partnerships.
Stops will include California, Texas, and Georgia, with the initiative designed to deepen economic ties between Zambia and the United States beyond federal-level engagement.
“The mission is intended to establish direct economic partnerships and create meaningful connections that lead to sustainable collaboration between Zambian and American investors,” the statement said.
Zambia also plans to leverage the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which provides duty- and quota-free access to the U.S. market, to expand exports and attract new capital.
ZDA Director-General, Albert Halwampa, said the government under President Hakainde Hichilema had built a stable policy environment, strengthened macroeconomic fundamentals, and implemented reforms to support private investment.
“Our message is simple: Zambia is open and ready for business. We are committed to ensuring investors thrive in a predictable, transparent, and supportive environment. This is a win–win partnership, combining Zambia’s resources and strategic location with America’s expertise, technology, and financial strength,” Halwampa said.
Zambia’s Ambassador to the U.S., Chibamba Kanyama, said the decision to stage the roadshow in America reflected the country’s unmatched capacity in capital, innovation, and technology.
“Through AGOA, Zambia has access to a vast export market. This is the right time to deepen trade ties and attract investment that will drive industrialization and create jobs for our people,” Kanyama said.
California-based Honorary Consul of Zambia, Rajen Ranchhod, noted this would be Zambia’s first such mission.
“California is the world’s fourth-largest economy and home to leading tech companies. We are highly expectant of the outcomes,” he said.
Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Finance, Jito Kayumba, added that the roadshow would provide a platform to engage directly with U.S. investors, industry leaders, and policymakers.
“Our goal is to attract investment that drives economic transformation, creates jobs, empowers communities, and positions Zambia as a competitive player on the global stage,” Kayumba said.
The government expects the initiative to boost foreign direct investment, expand exports, and strengthen Zambia-U.S. economic relations, while promoting innovation, technology transfer, and sustainable development.
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