CEPRON ZAMBIA

25/12/2025

Season’s Greetings and Appreciation from CEPRON ZAMBIA

As the year 2025 draws to a close, CEPRON ZAMBIA extends its heartfelt appreciation to our esteemed partners and friends for your unwavering confidence, trust, and solidarity throughout the year.

This year has been one of profound reflection and resilience. Amid significant global and local pressures, CEPRON ZAMBIA, like many Non-profit-driven organisations, faced moments that tested our capacity to sustain operations and remain steadfast in service. Progress was made possible only through sacrifices: moral, material, and financial, often drawn from limited resources, yet guided by an unshakable belief in purpose.

These realities compelled us to rethink, recalibrate, and strengthen our strategic approach to ensure that CEPRON ZAMBIA remains relevant, efficient, and sustainable in 2025 and beyond. Through it all, your belief in our mission has been both a source of encouragement and a reaffirmation that our work truly matters.

As we reflect, we are reminded of a timeless principle: “The more you sow, the more you reap—you must give before you receive.”

What began as a bold vision, sometimes forged through uncertainty and quiet moments of hardship, has steadily evolved into impactful, community-centred initiatives. With a firm commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and participatory development, CEPRON ZAMBIA continues to advance programmes in sustainable agriculture, ecosystem and environmental stewardship, agro-forestry, capacity building, enterprise development, and ambitious climate action.

We are deeply grateful for our partnership with you. Together, we are achieving outcomes that would not be possible in isolation, demonstrating that collaboration remains the most powerful catalyst for transformational change.

As we prepare to enter 2026, we do so with humility, resolve, and hope, fully aware that our continued success is anchored in the goodwill, partnership, and shared vision of organisations and individuals like you.

On behalf of CEPRON ZAMBIA, please accept our sincere gratitude for walking this journey with us. May the coming year strengthen our collective resolve to serve, uplift, and build sustainable futures, because service to others remains the true essence of our success.

With warm festive wishes and deep appreciation,

Derek Mundia
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Country Partner Representative – Zambia
CEPRON ZAMBIA

Thank you for believing.

Thank you for giving.

Thank you for standing with CEPRON ZAMBIA.

“Think Global. Solve Local”

06/12/2025

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

WORLD AGRICULTURE FORUM (WAF) – COUNTRY DIRECTOR & WAF COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR ZAMBIA

CEPRON ZAMBIA is honoured to announce an exciting leadership opportunity following a formal request from the World Agriculture Forum (WAF), headquartered in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. We are inviting high-calibre, visionary, and well-grounded professionals to apply for nomination to the prestigious Honorary Position of WAF Country Director – Zambia, a role that will lead to the establishment of the WAF Council for Zambia.

This is a rare and strategic opportunity to represent Zambia on a global platform, influence national agricultural transformation, and shape the future of food systems at both policy and implementation levels—while contributing to global dialogues and innovation in sustainable agriculture.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
✔️ Registered member of CEPRON ZAMBIA
✔️ Minimum academic qualification:
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Environmental Management, Natural Resources, Development Studies, Sustainability, or related fields
✔️ Recognized and respected leader with proven integrity and national credibility
✔️ Strong networks across government, private sector, development partners, farmer organisations, or academia
✔️ Demonstrated leadership in agriculture, policy development, innovation, enterprise development, sustainability, value chain coordination, or multi-stakeholder engagement
✔️ Passionate about advancing Zambia’s agricultural and economic transformation agenda
Applicants with postgraduate qualifications (Master’s, PhD) in related fields are highly encouraged to apply.

🌐 Role Overview
As WAF Country Director – Zambia, the successful nominee will:
• Serve in an honorary national leadership role
• Act as CEO of the WAF Country Council
• Represent WAF at the national level with authority and strategic influence
• Lead the establishment and governance of the WAF Country Council
• Spearhead national initiatives in policy reforms, sustainability, innovation, and food systems transformation
• Build strong partnerships with government, private sector, regional bodies, and international stakeholders
• Drive farmer-centric development programs and national agricultural initiatives
• Coordinate high-level multi-stakeholder platforms and knowledge exchange

This is a prestigious appointment suitable for leaders committed to meaningful national impact.

📨 To Apply, Submit:
• Full Name
• Short Professional Profile
• Academic Qualifications
• Relevant Leadership & Professional Experience
• Contact Details
📩 Email your application to:
[email protected] / [email protected]
📅 Deadline: Friday, 19 December, 2025
(Only eligible and complete applications will be considered.)

📞 For More Information:
Derek Mundia
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Country Partner Representative – Zambia
CEPRON ZAMBIA
Tel: +260 977 611971 | +260 969 991762 | +260 958 185914
Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
Website: www.cepronzambia.com

🌱 Think Global, Solve Local
CEPRON ZAMBIA – Driving Sustainable Growth, Innovation & Global Competitiveness

At CEPRON ZAMBIA, we are committed to transforming lives through strategic community enterprise promotion. We work with local and global partners to deliver innovative, practical solutions promoting sustainable agriculture, green technologies, and inclusive economic development.

21/08/2025

🌱 “From Market to Backyard:
Could Homegrown Potatoes Cut Zambia’s Rising Costs?” 🥔

• Do you think urban gardening can realistically reduce Zambia’s dependency on imported potatoes?
• What barriers (space, knowledge, or resources) might stop households from trying this?
• Would you personally try growing potatoes at home if it meant saving money on nshima relish?

🌱 Growing Potatoes in Small Urban Spaces: Yes, You Can!

Did you know you can grow your own potatoes even if you live in a city with limited space? Here’s how:
1️⃣ Choose the Right Container: Use grow bags, buckets, or even old tires. Just make sure they have drainage holes!
2️⃣ Pick compact varieties: Opt for smaller potato varieties available in your area for better yields in tight spaces.
3️⃣ Layer Smartly: Start with soil, add seed potatoes, and cover lightly with straw/dry grass and repeat till full. As they grow, keep “hilling” (adding soil) to encourage more tubers.
4️⃣ Sunlight & Water: Place your container in a sunny spot (6+ hours of sunlight) and water consistently potatoes love moisture but not soggy roots.
5️⃣ Harvest & Enjoy: In a few months, you’ll have fresh, homegrown potatoes ready to roast, mash, or fry!

Urban gardening is all about creativity and making the most of what you have. Who’s ready to grow their own spuds? 🥔✨