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COMFWB Zambia Chapter also called Zambia Federation of Associations of Women in Business (ZFAWIB) was founded and registered in 1993 with assistance from Common Market for East and Southern Africa (COMESA), National Commission for Development Planning (NCDP) and USAID. The chapter is the national umbrella body for women entrepreneur associations in Zambia and it also anchors the Network of Africa Business Women (NABW).
The main aim of COMFWB Zambia Chapter is to promote women’s entrepreneurial activities in all sectors of the economy. The chapter’s core programme areas include; advocacy, capacity building, access to markets, access to finance and financial services and network building.
The Chapter has 5 sectors and these are agriculture, textile, trade, mining and construction, services and consultancy.
Zambia Federation of Associations of Women in Business (ZFAWIB), Ground Floor Room 9, Kwacha House Annex, Cairo Road, Lusaka, Zambia
Zimbabwe House, 1st Floor
P.O. Box 1499
City Centre, Lilongwe
The Regional Enterprise Competitiveness and Access to Markets programme (RECAMP) is about boosting participation of the private sector in regional and global value chains. The programme does this through the improvement of the investment and business climate and enhanced competitiveness in the COMESA region.
The COMFWB Zambia Chapter, Zambia Federation of Associations of Women in Business (ZFAWIB) held their RECAMP training in Lusaka. Twenty-three women entrepreneurs attended the workshop and all of them were selected from the COMFWB Zambia Chapter affiliate organizations.
Participants where sensitized on Access to finance and the concept and stages of internationalizing their businesses. The key requirements to be met include acquiring business permits, standard certificates and moving their finances as they endeavor to expand their businesses beyond borders.
It is gratifying to see how women are embracing technology as a means to overcoming obstacles to trade during challenging times. - Mr Mushuma Mulenga, Permanent Secretary from the Ministry of Commerce Trade and Industry
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The ZFAWIB's NextGen First Steps Meeting, held on March 20, 2025, in Lusaka, successfully launched its initiative to empower young women entrepreneurs. With 25 participants, the meeting focused on youth entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and scaling women-led businesses. The NextGen Women Entrepreneurs Initiative aims to equip women aged 18-35 with necessary tools, knowledge, and networks through capacity-building, mentorship, and strategic networking, addressing key barriers to their business growth.
The ZFAWIB's NextGen First Steps Meeting, held on March 20, 2025, in Lusaka, successfully launched its initiative to empower young women entrepreneurs. With 25 participants, the meeting focused on youth entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and scaling women-led businesses. The NextGen Women Entrepreneurs Initiative aims to equip women aged 18-35 with necessary tools, knowledge, and networks through capacity-building, mentorship, and strategic networking, addressing key barriers to their business growth.
With its partners, the Zambia Federation of Associations of Women in Business (ZFAWIB) or COMFWB Zambia hosted the 2024 Women’s Insaka to empower Zambian women leaders. The event focused on evaluating Zambia's progress in gender equality, developing strategies to increase women's economic participation, and fostering collaboration among women leaders. By emphasizing the need for an enabling environment, the Insaka aimed to inspire action and create a more inclusive future for Zambian women.
With its partners, the Zambia Federation of Associations of Women in Business (ZFAWIB) or COMFWB Zambia hosted the 2024 Women’s Insaka to empower Zambian women leaders. The event focused on evaluating Zambia's progress in gender equality, developing strategies to increase women's economic participation, and fostering collaboration among women leaders. By emphasizing the need for an enabling environment, the Insaka aimed to inspire action and create a more inclusive future for Zambian women.
The COMESA Federation of Women in Business (COMFWB) has elected a new Board of Directors for the 2024-2026 term. Ms Maureen Sumbwe from Zambia was re-elected as Chairperson, while Mrs. Leila Belkhiria Jaber from Tunisia became Vice Chairperson. Ms Angie Wibabara from Rwanda was also re-elected as Rapporteur. Other new members include Selina Mwenelupembe from Malawi, Zintombi Thandi from Eswatini, Ibtissam Ben Amer from Libya, Claudette Albert from Seychelles, Fanja Razakaboana from Madagascar, and Choukri Abdillahi from Djibouti. The Board is responsible for making decisions that align with COMFWB's values and goals.
The COMESA Federation of Women in Business (COMFWB) has elected a new Board of Directors for the 2024-2026 term. Ms Maureen Sumbwe from Zambia was re-elected as Chairperson, while Mrs. Leila Belkhiria Jaber from Tunisia became Vice Chairperson. Ms Angie Wibabara from Rwanda was also re-elected as Rapporteur. Other new members include Selina Mwenelupembe from Malawi, Zintombi Thandi from Eswatini, Ibtissam Ben Amer from Libya, Claudette Albert from Seychelles, Fanja Razakaboana from Madagascar, and Choukri Abdillahi from Djibouti. The Board is responsible for making decisions that align with COMFWB's values and goals.
International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. This year's theme was titled #BreakTheBias. Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.
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COMFWB Secretariat,
Oak House,
City Centre, P.O. Box 1499,
Lilongwe, Malawi.
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