ZCFA

31/07/2026

The Zambia-China Friendship Association extends heartfelt condolences to the family, Government of the Republic of Zambia, and friends, on the untimely demise of Zambia's Ambassador to the People's Republic of China, His Excellency Ambassador Ivan Zyuulu. Ambassador Zyuulu was a friend of ZCFA with whom we shared many fruitful exchanges on the course of Zambia-China bilateral relations. Ambassador Zyuulu has left a rich legacy, having overseen the elevation of the relationship between our two nations to the comprehensive strategic and cooperative partnership status. He will be sorely missed by ZCFA. MHSRIEP.

08/07/2026

15/05/2026

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27/02/2026

Behind the scenes of the documentary production on the TAZARA Revitalization project.

26/02/2026

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE GOVERNMENT OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA AND THE GOVERNMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA ON MUTUAL VISA EXEMPTION FOR HOLDERS OF DIPLOMATIC, SERVICE PASSPORTS AND PASSPORTS FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS HAS ENTERED INTO FORCE

According to the agreement, since 21st February, 2026, Citizens of the People's Republic of China holding valid diplomatic, service passports and passports for public affairs of the People's Republic of China, and citizens of the Republic of Zambia holding valid diplomatic passports of the Republic of Zambia, shall be exempted from visa requirements to enter into, transit through, stay in or leave the territory of the other Contracting Party, for a period of not exceeding thirty(30) days from the date of their entry.

Citizens of either Contracting Party, who intend to enter and stay in the territory of the other Contracting Party for a period of more than thirty (30) days or engage in work, study, reside, news report or other activities which shall be approved in advance by the other Contracting Party's competent authorities, shall apply for the visa before entering the territory of the other Contracting Party.

16/02/2026

ZAMBIA-CHINA FRIENDSHIP ASSOCIATION (ZCFA) STATEMENT ON THE CHINESE NEW YEAR

On this auspicious occasion of the Chinese new year of the horse, Zambia-China Friendship Association sends fraternal greetings to the Chinese community in Zambia.

From its inception in 2019, ZCFA has consistently sought to strengthen people-to-people friendship and cultural exchanges between our two peoples. At ZCFA we believe that the Chinese are not only Zambia's bilateral partners, but also friends and brothers. We therefore wish the Chinese community in Zambia strength, speed and vitality in this new year. We also look forward to strengthened ties and mutually beneficial collaboration in this year of the horse.

ZCFA will specifically seek to proactively partner with the Chinese community in promoting collaboration in the four areas identified by the Chinese Chargé d'Affaires, Mr. Wang Sheng, during the Spring Festival Temple Fair held at Levy Mall on February 7th, 2026, namely:
I. Chinese and Zambian Youths revisiting Tazara
II. China-Zambia Vocational Skills Competition
III. Painting Exhibition on Tazara, and;
IV. Chinese Film Festival.

Signed: Fredrick Mutesa
ZCFA Secretary General

05/02/2026

China's Ministry of Commerce on Wednesday hosted the first of a 2026 series of events aimed at encouraging overseas exporters to sell to the Chinese market.

The series, "Big Market for All: Export to China," will feature over 100 events, with Britain, Kazakhstan, Kenya and Thailand among the countries invited to take part, according to the ministry.

The ministry said that the series will enhance supply-demand matching, and strengthen international exchanges, thereby bringing more high-quality products and services to Chinese consumers.

Speaking at the first event, which took place in Beijing, Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said that the series reflects China's proactive efforts to broaden its opening-up, boost imports and foster more balanced trade growth.

China welcomes all countries to seize the new opportunities offered by the series, which aims to make China a top export destination for more countries around the world, Wang said.

17/01/2026

14/01/2026

National Institute of Public Administration Chief Executive officer Professor Jacob Malungo (r) engages in a discussion with Chinese Embassy Deputy Head of Mission Wang Sheng shortly after the symposium on the 4th plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of CPC and recommendation of formulating the 15th five-year plan for economic and social development at the Chinese Embassy in Lusaka today.

Picture by THOMAS NSAMA

14/01/2026

From left to right: Policy Monitoring and Research Centre Executive Director Dr Sydney Mwamba, UNZA confucius Institute Director Professor David Mwanza, and Zambia China Friendship Association Secretary General Fredrick Mutesa during the symposium on the 4th plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of CPC and recommendation of formulating the 15th five-year plan for economic and social development at the Chinese Embassy in Lusaka today.

Picture by THOMAS NSAMA