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17/03/2026

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐙𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐀 𝐈𝐂𝐓 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞

The Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) is pleased to announce the official launch of the 2026 ICT Innovation Programme Call for Applications.

The programme invites innovators, startups, and entrepreneurs across the country to submit proposals for technology-driven solutions that address local challenges and contribute to national development.

Through this initiative, selected innovators will have access to structured business and technical development support aimed at strengthening their innovative ideas and advancing impactful digital solutions.

ZICTA remains committed to supporting the growth of Zambia’s innovation ecosystem by providing platforms that nurture creativity, entrepreneurship, and the development of homegrown technological solutions.

The ICT Innovation Programme is implemented in collaboration with a diverse network of ecosystem partners who continue to support the growth of Zambia’s innovation landscape. ZICTA wishes to acknowledge all programme partners for their continued collaboration, including Airtel Networks Zambia, the Platinum Sponsor for the 2026 programme cycle.

𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 20 April 2026

For more information and to apply: https://www.zicta.zm/ict-innovation/about

Any questions or clarifications may be shared by email to: [email protected]

16/03/2026

nobody tells you this part.
You validated the idea. You built the product. You picked the right niche, set a fair price, launched on various platforms to help you get clients, set up the landing page with a clear value prop, an FAQ, social proof the works.
You did everything the blog posts told you to do.
And then... silence.
Not the dramatic kind of silence where at least you feel something. The quiet kind. A few signups from friends. One free trial that never converted. Three "looks interesting, I'll check it out later" replies that never turned into anything.
The hardest thing about getting your first clients isn't failure. It's the gap between knowing you did the right thing and watching nothing happen.
Because in your head, the logic was airtight:
Real problem ✓
Target audience ✓
Better than what exists ✓
Reasonable price ✓
But logic doesn't sell software. Trust does. Timing does..
Euphemia K Chikungulu

10/03/2026

If you think that you need to have a computer science certificate or be a graduate before you get started in tech, this is for you.
I have gotten some DMs like, “I don’t have a computer science certificate. Are you sure I will get a job after learning?”
“I’m not a graduate. Will I ever make it in tech?”
And my answer is YES.
Tech is one of the few industries where what you can do matters more than what is written on paper.
Companies are not just looking for certificates. They are looking for people who can solve problems, build things, and actually apply their knowledge.
If you can build projects, understand how things work, and keep improving your skills, you are already on the right path.
Many people working in tech today didn’t start with a computer science degree. Some came from completely different fields. What made the difference was their willingness to learn, practice, and stay consistent.
The truth is that a certificate can be nice to have, but it is not the only path into tech.
Your portfolio, your projects, and your skills can speak louder than a piece of paper.
So if you have been holding yourself back because you think you need a degree first, this is your reminder that you can start exactly where you are.
Learn the skills.
Build real projects.
Stay consistent.
Tech is open to anyone who is willing to put in the work.

01/03/2026

Chatgpt is a yes man.
Gemini is a visual goat.
Claude is the code expert.

16/02/2026

Euphemia K Chikungulu writes,

Random thought about patterns in various aspects of life, in this case startups and entrepreneurship.
almost every failed startup dies the same ten deaths. Run out of cash. Build something nobody wants. Ignore customer feedback. Hire the wrong co-founder. Scale too early. Give up too soon. The patterns are always screaming at you most founders just refuse to listen. That idea? Someone tried it some time back and failed for reasons you haven't researched. That early investor who's really interested? They've been interested for six months with no term sheet. That rockstar hire who won't commit until you raise? They never commit. Successful founders aren't lucky they've seen the movie before. They know what product market fit feels like because they've felt its absence. They recognize the pivotal moment three months before everyone else sees it. They spot the toxic co-founder dynamic in week two, not year two.
The market rewards speed, and pattern recognition is your shortcut. Every customer complaint is a pattern. Every competitor failure is a lesson. Every funding rejection has a reason that will repeat. Most founders treat each problem as unique and novel. The winners keep a mental library, This is the part where we need to cut burn rate" or "I've seen this growth curve it plateaus in three months unless we do X. Your entrepreneurial edge isn't your intelligence or your work ethic. It's recognizing the patterns faster than the next founder and acting on them before the market forces your hand. With that said it's good to see Zambian startups in various sectors bloosom and fight everyday to keep their startups afloat.

16/02/2026

Some people you may know🥰🥰
Lukonga Lindunda BongoHive

13/02/2026

Zambia Joins the Global Digital Rights Stage!📣🎉

We’re thrilled to share that Bloggers of Zambia has officially been announced as the local partner for RightsCon 2026 in Lusaka, the world’s leading summit on human rights in the digital age.

This is more than just an event. It’s a chance for Zambia to showcase its leadership in shaping conversations around.

As our motto says, “Keeping Online Spaces Open,” Bloggers of Zambia will bring local voices to a global stage, ensuring that Africa’s digital challenges and opportunities are front and center.

💡 Why this matters:
RightsCon 2026 will be the first time the summit comes to Zambia, putting Lusaka at the heart of global discussions on technology, rights, and innovation. It’s a moment to celebrate, but also a call to action for all of us to engage, learn, and advocate for a digital future that empowers rather than exploits.

Learn more here on how to get involved here: https://www.rightscon.org/rc26-bloggers-of-zambia/



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12/02/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL 🚨

You still have a couple of hours! ⏰
The deadline has been extended to 13th February, 2026 at 11:59pm CAT.

This is your moment to take your fintech to the next level 🚀
Be part of a powerful partnership between First Capital Bank Zambia and BongoHive at the 2026 Fintech Pitch Day.

✅ Funding: $20,000–$50,000
✅ Bank partnership opportunities
✅ Pitch support & mentorship

👉 Apply now: https://tinyurl.com/FCBFintechPitchDay

12/02/2026

Good Morning!!!

12/02/2026

Harry Banda shared,

If you’re serious about positioning yourself in AI integration, DevPost currently has some strong AI hackathons live.
Hackathons are not just competitions, they’re accelerators.
They’re how I transitioned from only building web/mobile software into AR/XR, eventually becoming good at designing XR experiences.
Right now, AI is at a similar inflection point.
If you want to:
• Learn how to integrate AI into products
• Build agents
• Position yourself for future opportunities in AI integration
Hackathons are one of the fastest ways to do that.
Here are a few worth checking out:
GitLab: https://gitlab.devpost.com/
Amazon Nova: https://amazon-nova.devpost.com/
Elasticsearch: https://elasticsearch.devpost.com/
DigitalOcean: https://digitalocean.devpost.com/

11/02/2026