28/08/2025
Willanda Investments Limited actualises USD 36 Million Investment in Manufacturing
Since 2021, Zambia has experienced a surge in foreign direct investment, driven by stable policies, investor-friendly incentives and bold reforms under President Hakainde Hichilema.
Among the contributors to this economic milestone is Willanda Investments Limited, a company that has not only fulfilled its pledged investment but exceeded it—injecting over USD 36 million into Zambia’s manufacturing sector.
Willanda, licensed by the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) in 2022, specializes in producing high-quality construction materials including roofing sheets, metal tubes, ribbed channels, and PVC ceiling boards. Initially the company had committed USD 33 million and 150 jobs, the company has in the last two years invested more than USD 36 million and created over 300 jobs for Zambians.
To acknowledge this achievement, ZDA Director General Mr. Albert Halwampa led a delegation to Willanda’s facility in Lusaka’s Light Industrial Area. The visit aimed to appreciate the scale of operations and the production processes behind the company’s diverse product manufacturing line.
Mr. Halwampa praised Willanda’s commitment, describing it as a testament to the effectiveness of Zambia’s investment climate. He credited President Hichilema’s leadership and proactive role as the nation’s “Chief Investment Marketing Officer” for attracting unprecedented investor interest.
“Since 2021, Zambia has seen a wave of investments, with many citing sound leadership and progressive policies as key motivators,” Mr. Halwampa said. “Willanda has walked the talk and is now a vital part of Zambia’s growing economy.”
He further emphasized the tangible benefits of investment licenses, encouraging both local and foreign investors to leverage the opportunities facilitated by the ZDA.
Willanda Managing Director Mr. Wei Zehua highlighted the benefits the company had accrued as a result of the investment license, including access to incentives and market identification for their assorted products.
Company Director Mr. Wei Changlong added that the use of modern technology has enabled Willianda to produce top-tier materials, and the company has expanded with new branches in Solwezi among other places. The company had also undertaken corporate social responsibility around the communities where they work.
The ZDA continues to ensure that investment licenses are strategic and aligned with national development goals. Under the New Dawn Government, the message is clear: Zambia is open for business.
Success stories like Willianda’s is more than progress—it’s Prosperity in Action. And this is just the beginning.
