Zambia High Commission - Pretoria

Government Assists Zambians Seeking Voluntary Repatriation from South Africa

Lusaka, Zambia – The Government of the Republic of Zambia, through the Office of the Vice President Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU), Cabinet office, Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and the Zambia High Commission in Pretoria, has continued facilitating the voluntary repatriation of Zambian nationals wishing to return home following anti - immigration protests reported in some parts of South Africa.

The exercise is intended to assist Zambians who have voluntarily expressed a desire to return to Zambia, while the Mission continues to closely monitor developments in collaboration with the relevant South African authorities.

Last month, 47 Zambian nationals were successfully repatriated from South Africa to Zambia under the ongoing programme through collaboration with the various Government wings.
On Saturday, 20 June 2026, teams from the Zambia High Commission were deployed to Durban and East London to assist Zambian nationals and coordinate the repatriation exercise.

To date, more than 100 Zambians have registered their intention to return home.

The Government and the various stakeholders are currently facilitating the repatriation of the registered nationals in collaboration with South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) and other relevant stakeholders.

The Zambia High Commission is encouraging all Zambian nationals residing in South Africa to register on ZamSA Connect, an online registration platform established to maintain an up-to-date database of Zambians living in the country.

The platform enables the Mission to communicate more effectively with citizens and provide timely consular assistance whenever necessary.

Registration can be completed through the Mission’s dedicated WhatsApp line on +27 70 397 5908 or online at www.zambiasagroup.com.

The Government wishes to assure members of the public that no Zambian national has been reported injured in connection with the anti-immigration protests.

(Original signed)
Etambuyu Anamela Gundersen
PERMANENT SECRETARY - INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION
LUSAKA.

22nd June, 2026.

ZAMBIA RUGBY SEVENS INTENSIFIES AFRICA CUP PREPARATIONS WITH PRETORIA TRAINING CAMP

The Zambia Rugby Sevens national team on Friday paid a courtesy call on Zambia's High Commissioner to South Africa, Her Excellency Ms Grace Mutembo, in Pretoria ahead of the Africa Cup Sevens tournament in Mauritius.

The training camp in South Africa forms part of the team's preparations for the Africa Cup Sevens tournament.

Leading the delegation was Team Manager Mr Fine Chikamba.

Also in attendance were Head Coach Musonda Kaminsa, Assistant Coach Mwamba Chishimba, Development Coach Ronald Chipanta and Team Physio Lewis Kapinga.

The players and technical bench have been training at Harlequins Rugby Club in Pretoria before returning to Lusaka for the final phase of preparations.

Deputy High Commissioner Ms Ruth Dante separately visited the team's training base and met the players and members of the technical staff.

The squad is expected to leave for Mauritius on June 18 ahead of the two-day tournament, which will bring together teams from across the continent.

Zambia High Commission, Pretoria.

The Zambia High Commission encourages Zambian nationals residing in South Africa to register on the Zambia SA Group online platform.

The platform provides an opportunity for Zambians across South Africa to connect, engage, share information, and remain informed on matters of interest to the Zambian community.

Registration is quick and easy and can be completed online at:

https://zambiasagroup.com/

Alternatively, simply scan the QR code provided to access the registration page and complete your registration.

We encourage all Zambians in South Africa to join the platform and become part of a growing community network.

The Zambia High Commission encourages Zambian nationals residing in South Africa to register on the Zambia SA Group online platform.

The platform provides an opportunity for Zambians across South Africa to connect, engage, share information, and remain informed on matters of interest to the Zambian community.

Registration is quick and easy and can be completed online at:

https://zambiasagroup.com/

We encourage all Zambians in South Africa to join the platform and become part of a growing community network.

zambiasagroup.com

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We have received with deep sadness, the passing of His Majesty Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV of the Ngoni people.

His Majesty was a revered custodian of Ngoni culture and heritage, and a unifying symbol of Zambia's rich cultural diversity. His distinguished service and leadership will remain an enduring part of our national heritage.

As we mourn this great loss, the nation stands united with the Ngoni Royal Establishment, the bereaved family, and the entire Ngoni people.

May His Majesty Paramount Chief Mpezeni IV rest in eternal peace.

Hakainde Hichilema,
President of the Republic of Zambia.