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ILO and Airtel Zambia partner to promote responsible e-waste management and green jobs

The ILO and Airtel Zambia are strengthening collaboration on responsible e-waste management, combining public awareness with practical skills development to create safer and more sustainable green employment opportunities for young people.

ILO and EU strengthen hospitality skills training in Zambia

The ILO and EU are strengthening hospitality training at Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies (LIBES) through two key investments: modern training equipment and refurbished facilities, enhancing practical learning and preparing...

New solar irrigation facility to drive skills, food security and jobs in Zambia

Funded by the European Union and implemented by the ILO, a new solar-powered irrigation facility at Chipata Trades Training Institute will strengthen agricultural skills training, support food security and create employment opportunities for young...

From skills to enterprise: Young people in Zambia equipped to turn e-waste into opportunity

Young people in Zambia’s Central Province are turning e-waste skills into opportunity, with new tools to support enterprise development, decent green jobs and safer, more sustainable e-waste management.

African trade unions advance social dialogue strategies for rural and agricultural workers

More than 50 trade union representatives and labour experts from 20 African countries are exchanging knowledge and developing practical strategies to strengthen the representation of rural and agricultural workers, facilitate access to social...

ILO and Chinese Ambassador explore cooperation on Decent Work Agenda

ILO Country Office Director for Zambia and Malawi, Wellington Chibebe, met Chinese Ambassador H.E. Han Jing to discuss strengthening social dialogue, workplace relations, occupational safety and health, labour inspections, and cooperation to advance...

Zambia, Japan and ILO launch Sustainable E-Waste Management Project to create green jobs and protect environment

Zambia, Japan and the ILO have launched the Sustainable E-Waste Management for Youth Employment Project in Central Province to tackle unemployment and environmental challenges. The initiative will create green jobs, promote a circular economy, and...

Turning e-waste into opportunity: Zambia's journey towards green jobs for young people

New equipment boosts Gemstone skills training in Zambia

Zambia has boosted gemstone skills development with the handover of modern gemmological equipment to Gemstone Processing and Lapidary Training Centre (GPLTC) in Ndola. Supported by the ILO and EU, the investment will strengthen training, promote...

Advancing skills and climate-resilient roads in rural Zambia

A pilot road project in Mikango, Chongwe, is creating jobs, building skills and promoting climate-resilient construction. Using labour-based methods, 22 participants gained hands-on training while improving rural road access and supporting...

Red card to child labour: Zambia unites to protect every child, promotes school sensitization

Zambia marked the 2026 World Day Against Child Labour in Chipangali with strong calls to end child labour, alongside school sensitization activities educating learners and communities on children’s rights and the importance of keeping every child in...

ILO-EU Ghana-Zambia exchange mission strengthens skills development partnership

Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Permanent Secretary, Mr. Zechariah Luhanga praised Zambia–Ghana collaboration in skills development, highlighting its role in strengthening TVET, boosting employability, and supporting economic growth, during...

Zambia targets end to Child Labour with new national action plan

Zambia is stepping up efforts to end child labour, as Government and partners, with ILO support, review progress and develop a new National Action Plan (NAP III) to drive stronger, results-focused action to protect children’s rights and future.

ILO, EU support Zambia’s skills development with ICT equipment

ILO and the European Union have handed over ICT equipment worth about K1 million to Zambia’s Ministries of Technology and Science, and Labour and Social Security to strengthen skills development, coordination and labour market planning.

Ireland applauds ILO’s role in strengthening social protection for vulnerable Zambians

ILO Country Office Director for Zambia and Malawi, Mr. Wellington Chibebe met Irish Ambassador to Zambia, Mr. Aidan Fitzpatrick in Lusaka to strengthen cooperation on social protection. Ireland commended ILO support in advancing inclusive systems...

Zambia emphasises dialogue to secure future of work

Zambia reaffirmed its commitment to dialogue among government, workers, and employers during 2026 Labour Day, highlighting cooperation, skills development, and stronger labour protections as key to securing a fair and inclusive future of work.

Zambia marks World Day for Safety and Health at Work with call to protect mental Wellbeing

Zambia marked World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2026 in Kitwe, with government, workers, and employers calling for stronger action on mental wellbeing, stressing that safe workplaces must protect both physical and psychosocial health.

Zambia aligns education with tourism to boost skills and job creation

Zambia has reaffirmed its commitment to aligning education with tourism development to boost skills and job creation. Leaders and partners highlighted curriculum reforms, decent work and skills programmes to drive sustainable tourism growth.

Zambia advances preparations to join UN Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection as a pathfinder

Zambia is stepping up preparations to join the UN Global Accelerator on Jobs and Social Protection, with efforts focused on boosting youth employment, strengthening skills development, and aligning priorities with the upcoming Ninth National...

Zambia unveils critical skills tools and apprenticeship pilot programme to tackle skills gap

Zambia launches new skills development tools and a national apprenticeship programme to boost industry‑aligned training, strengthen employability, and prepare a future‑ready workforce across key economic sectors.