Diamond Incubator

04/09/2026

📌Kindly note that the deadline for this "Call for Applications" has been extended to 6th September, 2026.

📌𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 | 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 – 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐓.

Are you a young Zambian creative ready to turn your talent, skill or creative idea into something more structured, sustainable and impactful?

Applications are now open for the Leaders Arise Program – 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭, designed for emerging creatives who want to strengthen both their leadership capacity and their ability to build viable creative enterprises.

We are looking for creatives working in:

• Creative Media & Storytelling
• Design & Visual Arts
• Fashion, Beauty & Personal Image
• Digital Innovation & Emerging Creative Fields

Program Dates: 14th September – 14th October 2026.

Venue: American Centre for Leadership, U.S. Embassy – Ibex Hill, Lusaka.

If you are serious about developing your creative work beyond the craft itself and building something with potential to grow, we would like to hear from you.

📌 Apply here:
https://forms.gle/F92cp8dBsRHouGt29

Application Deadline: 4th September 2026.

Limited spaces available!!

29/08/2026

📌𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 | 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐌 – 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐓.

Are you a young Zambian creative ready to turn your talent, skill or creative idea into something more structured, sustainable and impactful?

Applications are now open for the Leaders Arise Program – 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭, designed for emerging creatives who want to strengthen both their leadership capacity and their ability to build viable creative enterprises.

We are looking for creatives working in:

• Creative Media & Storytelling
• Design & Visual Arts
• Fashion, Beauty & Personal Image
• Digital Innovation & Emerging Creative Fields

Program Dates: 14th September – 14th October 2026.

Venue: American Centre for Leadership, U.S. Embassy – Ibex Hill, Lusaka.

If you are serious about developing your creative work beyond the craft itself and building something with potential to grow, we would like to hear from you.

📌 Apply here:
https://forms.gle/F92cp8dBsRHouGt29

Application Deadline: 4th September 2026.

Limited spaces available!!

26/08/2026

📌AI is changing the way we work, lead and create value, and for many professionals, entrepreneurs and emerging leaders, the question is no longer whether to adapt, but how.
This is exactly where our inaugural Diamond Leadership Conversation begins.

The 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 is a monthly virtual series by the Diamond Incubator Ltd, created primarily for our alumni community to continue learning through conversations with leaders and professionals across Africa.

For our first session, we are opening a limited number of spaces to our wider Facebook and LinkedIn community to join us and Coach Bobby Joachim, Nigerian Corporate AI Trainer, for a session on:

"LEADING IN THE AI ERA - Staying Relevant, Valuable & Globally Competitive."

📅 4th September 2026
⏰ 18:00–19:00 CAT | 17:00–18:00 WAT
💻 Virtual

Want to be part of the conversation?

Register your interest here 👇🏽

https://forms.gle/aKwPJgNupzL9S4TY9

Guest spaces are limited.

05/08/2026

Some moments are too significant to leave in the past.

Looking back at the two editions of our 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟎 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦, we're reminded of the conversations that challenged perspectives, the connections that were formed, and the young leaders who chose to invest in becoming better versions of themselves.

Spark 200 has never just been about merely hosting an event.

It has always been about creating a space where leadership is inspired, purpose is awakened, and ideas are given room to grow.

After taking time to pause, reflect, and regroup, we're excited about what lies ahead.

Our rebrand wasn't simply a new look, it marked the beginning of a renewed vision and an even greater commitment to building leaders who will shape their communities.

Spark 200 isn't over!!

It's evolving.😊

As we look back with gratitude, we're even more excited about what's ahead!

The next chapter is worth the wait!!

Watch this space!!

24/07/2026

📌Culture isn't created when your organization becomes big.

It's created long before anyone notices you.

Every decision you make, every standard you enforce, every behavior you tolerate, and every value you reward is quietly shaping your culture.

Whether you're leading a team of one, four, or forty, people aren't just joining your organization,

They're stepping into an environment you've intentionally (or unintentionally) created.

The strongest organizations don't leave culture to chance.

They define it, protect it, and live it every single day.

If you are currently building an initiative, program or entire organization, strive to build a culture where excellence is normal.

Build a culture where accountability is expected.

Build a culture that outlives you as the founder.

Because in the end, strategy may attract people, but culture is what keeps them.

P.S What's one value you believe every purpose-driven organization should never compromise on?

16/07/2026

𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐓𝐄💡

Leadership isn't always loud.

Sometimes, it's choosing to listen.

Sometimes, it's taking responsibility.

Sometimes, it's helping someone else shine.

At Diamond Incubator, we believe leadership is developed through intentional growth, not simply by holding a position.

P.S Which of these five lessons resonates with you the most and why?

Share the number in the comments, we'd love to hear your thoughts.

10/07/2026

𝐀𝐧 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 🙏🏽👌🏽.

Many aspiring social innovators have powerful ideas and a genuine desire to create change.

But moving from an idea to meaningful and sustainable impact requires more than passion, it requires clarity, the right tools, continuous learning and a willingness to test and refine your approach.

Perhaps you have an idea but are unsure where to begin, or maybe you have already started but do not know how to position your initiative, strengthen your systems, attract support or grow your impact.

At Diamond Incubator it has taken us four years of testing, learning and refining our model to complete our proof-of-concept phase and confidently move into our next chapter.

Now, we want to share some of those lessons with you.

Over the next few months we will introduce a series of practical virtual mini-classes exploring:

✔️Idea validation and refinement.
✔️Positioning, branding and packaging
✔️Building your capacity and systems
✔️Partnerships, impact and sustainable growth

Because having a vision is important, but knowing how to refine and execute it is what turns an idea into lasting impact.

If you have an idea waiting to be developed, or an initiative ready for its next stage of growth, this series is for you🙏🏽👌🏽.

08/07/2026

𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒🙌.

At The Diamond Incubator Ltd, we believe leadership is measured not by the certificates people receive, but by the responsibility they are prepared to carry afterwards.

Our mission has never been to simply train leaders, it is to develop individuals who can step confidently into positions of influence, lead with integrity, and create meaningful impact wherever they serve.

Zubwa Edward Chiwawa's journey is a reflection of that philosophy: a powerful reminder that when potential is intentionally nurtured, leadership moves beyond the classroom and into action.

In 2023, Zubwa joined the Leaders Arise Program under the Corporate and Institutional Leadership cohort. From the very beginning, he distinguished himself through his commitment to growth and his eagerness to serve.

Throughout the training, he actively volunteered in organizational activities, demonstrating initiative, humility, and vision that set him apart as a future leader.

After completing his cohort, Zubwa continued to serve under the Programs Team at The Diamond Incubator, where he played a vital role in advancing the organization’s mission.

His passion for empowering others has been evident through his ongoing facilitation of sessions on Public Speaking and Communication, impacting participants across multiple
cohorts and equipping them with essential skills for leadership and influence.

This sustained contribution reflects his dedication to building capacity and nurturing excellence in others.

In 2024, his commitment and vision culminated in his appointment as Executive Director.

Since then, Zubwa has exemplified transformational leadership, driving innovation,
strengthening institutional capacity, and inspiring teams both within Diamond Incubator
Limited and beyond.

He describes himself as someone who believes in excellence, a principle that resonates deeply with the organization’s core values and is consistently
reflected in his leadership style, which continues to create ripple effects of positive change
in corporate and community spaces.

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P.S Every impact story starts with one application.

Follow our page and watch for upcoming program alerts. When the right opportunity comes, go ahead and apply.

Your journey from potential to purpose could begin with us🙏🏽🤝.