AfYEF Zambia Chapter Reactivation Webinar & Official NEC & NAB Unveiling
AfYEF Zambia Chapter Reactivation Webinar & Leadership Unveiling
Theme
Leveraging AfCFTA Opportunities for Youth & Women Entrepreneurs in Zambia
The AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF) Zambia Chapter cordially invites young and women entrepreneurs, startups, MSMEs, students, innovators, business leaders, policymakers, development partners, and aspiring entrepreneurs to participate in its Official Reactivation Webinar and Leadership Unveiling.
As Africa advances the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), entrepreneurs have unprecedented opportunities to access new markets, establish strategic partnerships, promote value addition, and scale their enterprises across the continent.
This webinar will serve as a platform to:
Reintroduce the AfYEF Zambia Chapter
Unveil the National Executive Committee
Introduce the National Advisory Board
Engage stakeholders on AfCFTA opportunities
Connect young and women entrepreneurs to continental networks
📅 Event Details
Date: Saturday, 18 July 2026
Time: 15:00 CAT
🌍 Regional Time Zones
15:00 CAT – Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa
14:00 WAT – Nigeria, Cameroon
13:00 GMT – Ghana, The Gambia, Sierra Leone, Liberia
16:00 EAT – Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia
08:00 EDT – USA East Coast
13:00 BST – United Kingdom
Platform: Virtual
🎙 Distinguished Speakers
Chief Siita Sofo Hissan
President
AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)
Ghana
Prof. Fredrick Ndalamani Nonde Jr.
Vice President
AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)
Zambia
Dr. Chananga Bwembya Nkowani
Regional Director – SADC
AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)
Vice Chair, National Advisory Board – AfYEF Zambia Chapter
Ms. Mpho Machaka
Director – AfYEF Women Wing (AfYEF Women in Trade)
AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)
South Africa
Mr. Ashley Sinyangwe
National Coordinator
AfYEF Zambia Chapter
Host
⭐ Leadership Contributors
Mr. William Nyirenda
Director – Membership & Mobilization
AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)
Member, National Advisory Board – AfYEF Zambia Chapter
Mr. London Mpundu
Director – Industry & Value Addition
AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)
Member, National Advisory Board – AfYEF Zambia Chapter
Ms. Jela Mtonga ("Jela the Storyteller")
Chief of Staff – Office of the AfYEF Vice President
Secretary, National Advisory Board – AfYEF Zambia Chapter
🎉 Special Feature
Official Unveiling of:
✅ AfYEF Zambia Chapter National Executive Committee
✅ AfYEF Zambia Chapter National Advisory Board
Meet the leadership team that will drive entrepreneurship development, membership growth, partnerships, innovation, and market access initiatives across Zambia.
💡 Key Discussion Areas
✅ Understanding AfCFTA Opportunities
✅ Youth & Women Economic Empowerment
✅ Entrepreneurship & Business Development
✅ Cross-Border Trade & Market Access
✅ Industry Development & Value Addition
✅ Innovation & Digital Transformation
✅ Partnerships & Collaboration Opportunities
✅ Interactive Questions & Answers Session
👥 Who Should Attend?
Young Entrepreneurs
Women Entrepreneurs
Startup Founders
MSMEs & Small Business Owners
Students & Graduates
Innovators & Creatives
Business Professionals
Development Partners
Policymakers
Youth Leaders & Changemakers
Why Attend?
✔ Learn how AfCFTA can unlock new opportunities for your enterprise
✔ Connect with AfYEF continental and national leaders
✔ Discover regional market opportunities
✔ Build strategic partnerships
✔ Join a Pan-African entrepreneurial network
✔ Participate in shaping the future of AfYEF Zambia Chapter
Join us as we reactivate, reconnect, and empower entrepreneurs to trade beyond borders.
Reactivate. Connect. Empower. Trade. 🌍
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