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As Slovenian companies increasingly seek new export markets and international business opportunities, Africa is becoming an increasingly important destination for economic cooperation. Among the continent’s emerging markets, Zambia stands out due to its stable economic development, abundant natural resources, and significant investments in infrastructure, energy, construction, and agriculture, making it an attractive destination for Slovenian…

Serbian business news outlet Biznis.rs reports that FPM Agromehanika, an agricultural machinery manufacturer based in Boljevac, Serbia, is planning to establish a production facility in Zambia, marking another step in the company’s expansion into African markets. According to the report, the new factory will be dedicated to the assembly and production of agricultural machinery for…

In June 2026, the Government of Zambia allocated approximately USD 2.7 billion to finance public services, repay public debt, implement social protection programmes, and support infrastructure and development projects across the country. According to the Ministry of Finance, the allocation reflects the government’s commitment to responsible public financial management, maintaining debt sustainability, promoting economic growth,…

The EU–Zambia Lobito Corridor Business Forum was the main business event within the framework of the European Global Gateway initiative, aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and investment between the European Union and the countries along the Lobito Corridor (Zambia, Angola, DR Congo). The event highlighted the importance of sustainable investments in infrastructure, energy, agriculture and…

At the invitation of the Zambia Institute of Architecture (ZIA), the Slovenian Business Club participated in a business conference that took place from 12 to 13 November 2025 in Livingstone, where leading representatives of architecture, urban planning, infrastructure and engineering from all over Zambia gathered. The event, which traditionally brings together key decision-makers and the…

Zambia Abolishes Tourist Visa Requirement for EU Citizens to Boost Tourism Lusaka, Zambia – As of 1 October 2022, Zambia has abolished tourist visa requirements for citizens of the European Union, including Slovenia, as part of its long-term strategy to position itself as one of Africa’s leading tourism destinations. The visa waiver forms part of…

The Slovenian Business Club Zambia and the Club of Slovenian Entrepreneurs have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening economic ties between Slovenia and Zambia. Under the agreement, both organisations will work to promote bilateral trade and investment, support direct cooperation between businesses in areas of mutual interest, and facilitate the exchange of business information…

On 3 February 2022, the Slovenian Business Club Zambia hosted a webinar to present plans for a business delegation to Zambia scheduled for April 2022. The webinar outlined preparations for the delegation and introduced opportunities for Slovenian companies to participate in Agritech Expo Zambia 2022, one of the country’s leading agricultural and business exhibitions. During…

Lusaka, Zambia – Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in as Zambia’s seventh president following a landmark victory in the country’s 12 August 2021 general election, marking one of the most significant opposition wins in recent African political history. Hichilema defeated incumbent President Edgar Lungu by nearly one million votes in his sixth bid for the presidency….

On 3 June 2021, the Slovenian Business Club Zambia organised a webinar focusing on business opportunities in Zambia’s agri-food and food processing sectors. During the event, the Club’s president, Damjan Zonta, presented the latest developments in the Zambian market and outlined opportunities for Slovenian companies interested in expanding into the country’s growing agricultural and food…