Transforming Zambia's Supply Chain
Join us for this pivotal symposium bringing together agribusiness, farmers, and stakeholders to revolutionize Zambia's supply chain ecosystem
This two-day symposium is dedicated to exploring innovative solutions for creating a seamless, data-driven supply and distribution network that will position Zambia competitively in local, regional, and global markets.
Through expert presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, we will address the challenges and opportunities in Zambia's supply chain ecosystem and develop actionable strategies for transformation.
Supported By
ZAMPOST
Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry
FDCU
ZFAWIB
Stephype Solution
Keynote Speakers
Eriazel Daniel
Businessman, Founder of Swimline Inc
Founder of Swimline Inc, an Aquatics Construction company based in Ontario Canada. He has accumulated vast experience in Organizational development, Finance and stock market.
Lydia Lubobya
CEO, Zambia Post
A cutting-edge Corporate leader with experience in Digital Transformation in logistics operations, Fintech and Ecommerce. Driving innovation in Zambia's postal and logistics services.
Dr. Panashe Chiurunge
Chief AI Scientist, Educait
Chief AI Scientist at Educait, a New York-based Software Engineering company. An experienced AI Data scientist driving the Africa AI strategy with successful projects in Zimbabwe, Ethiopia and South Africa.
Minister Chipoka Mulenga
Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry
Leading Zambia's trade and industrial development policies. Championing economic diversification, investment promotion, and private sector growth to drive sustainable development and job creation.
Lazarus Chamu Mnyamani
Global Coordinator, Africa Global Logistics
Entrepreneur and Supply Chains Specialist in Marketing and Distribution for Agribusiness Value Chain. Extensive experience moving commodities across regional and international markets.
Symposium Schedule
Arrival and Registration of Guests
Exhibitions open throughout the day
Opening Remarks & Speech
FDCU Chairman, AGLOSS Chairman
Opening Speech: Reshaping Zambia Through Integrating Local Supply and Distribution: National Supply Development Roadmap - Minister of Industry and Commerce
Africa AI Revolution
Implementation of Data-Driven, Interconnected Supply and Distribution for Growth and Competitiveness
Dr. Panashe Chiurunge - AI Expert
Local Agribusiness and Manufacturing Value Chains
SMEs Sector Position: Data presentation on local farmers, SMEs products capacity, challenges and opportunities
Minister of SMEs
Industry Presentation
Industry Buyers Position: Data presentation for Proudly Zambian Campaign Promotion
Zambia Association of Manufacturers / Zambia National Chamber of Commerce
Lunch Break and Exhibition Tours
Panel Discussion: Digital Integrated Supply & Distribution Framework
Digital solutions, Infrastructure and Logistics operations Model
AGLOSS Technical Team / Transport Operators Association / ICT Smart Zambia
Panel Presentation: Addressing Local Supply Industry Challenges
Presenter: PS Hichikumba - Panelists: Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Trade, SMEs, Industry Experts, ZIPS
Opening Remarks
ZDA Director General
Keynote Speech
Industrialization of Agribusiness SMEs, Youth and Women Suppliers Inclusion in National Supply Roadmap
Representative from the Office of His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema
Small and Medium Enterprise Inclusion
Challenges and opportunities in Local Supply Networks
Panel: Ministry of SMEs, Industry and Commerce, Supply Industry Experts
Supply and Distribution Connectivity
Infrastructure Support for SMEs, Agribusiness and Manufacturing Sector
Zambia Post CEO - Lydia Lubobya
Access to Finance
Supply and logistics sector, Industry capacity-building
ZANACO Bank
Lunch Break and Exhibition Tours
Transport and Logistics
Seamless and cost-effective Supply and Distributions operations
Ministry of Transport
Zambia Local Supply Ecosystem Development
Incubation Program Panel Discussion
AGLOSS Team, Industry and Commerce, SMEs, Zambia Institute of Supply, Zambia National Chamber of Commerce