Suomen suurlähetystö Lusaka - Embassy of Finland Lusaka

Congratulations to for winning the Ice Hockey World Championship yesterday 🏆

There’s a saying nowadays when Finns win something: “Torille!” It reflects the spontaneous urge to head to the nearest market square to celebrate. The most famous one is located in Helsinki, where there’s a fountain in the middle that nowadays needs to be covered, because people will jump in and swim in it!

We couldn’t resist joining the celebrations, so naturally, our Ambassador headed straight for our Embassy fountain!

Last week, the 4th LDC (Least Developed Countries) Future Forum was held in Helsinki, Finland. The Forum brought together diverse community of LDC policymakers, researchers, youth leaders, civil society and private sector actors.

Zambian delegation participated in the LDC Future Forum, engaging in high-level discussions on the future of skills and labour markets. Ms. Prudence Kaoma, Permanent Secretary for Planning and Administration, contributed as a panelist in a session on Bridging the Skills Gap, co-chaired by Zambia’s Permanent Representative Chola Milambo and Finland’s State Secretary Elina Kalkku.

The delegation also joined a fireside chat on building vibrant youth innovation ecosystems, highlighting the importance of empowering young people for the future.

During their visit, the group explored Finland’s education system through site visits to Kuninkaantie Upper Secondary School and Omnia Vocational College. At Omnia, CEO of Omnia Education Partnerships, Mervi Jansson, presented Finland’s approach to education and vocational training, followed by a tour of the facilities.

The visit provided valuable insights into how education systems can better respond to future skills needs and strengthen youth opportunities.

Today, Ambassador Halinen hosted a lunch for EU like-minded colleagues to mark the formal presentation of credentials by the new Ambassadors of Norway and Greece.

An excellent opportunity to extend a warm welcome and to engage in exchange of views within a like-minded group. 🇿🇲 🇪🇺

Today we dressed in chitenge to celebrate yesterday’s Africa Freedom Day 🇿🇲✨

Observed annually on 25 May, Africa Freedom Day commemorates the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (now the African Union) in 1963. It is a day to reflect on Africa’s journey toward independence, unity, and self-determination, and to celebrate the continent’s rich cultures 🌍💛

The Embassy will remain closed on the following day:

Africa Freedom Day, 25 May 2026

In case you need emergency consular assistance, please contact the Ministry for Foreign Affairs 24/7 service, +358 9 1605 5555, [email protected].

More information on the 24/7 emergency service can be found from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland website https://um.fi/service-24/7.

Finnish movie night at Alliance Française de Lusaka 🍿📽️

As part of the EU Month, the Embassy of Finland in Lusaka invites you to the screening of the Finnish drama movie "Stormskerry Maja".

📆 June 3, 2026 at 17.30
📌 Française de Lusaka
🍿 Entrance is free!

Zambia has been named the largest programme country for the Finnish Trade Union Solidarity Centre (SASK) in Africa under a new €10 million initiative aimed at strengthening workers’ rights, expanding decent work, and deepening disability inclusion across 14 countries.

The SASK 2026–2029 Programme was officially launched on Monday, 20 April 2026, at Mikango Hotel in Lusaka by the Embassy of Finland in Zambia.

The four-year programme will channel support into trade union capacity building, social dialogue, and inclusive employment, with 26 projects planned across the 14 target countries.

Speaking at the launch, Embassy Advisor Elizabeth Ndhlovu said Zambia’s portfolio will prioritize skills training, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship support for persons with disabilities.

“This initiative reflects Finland’s long-standing commitment to equality, human rights, and inclusive development,” Ndhlovu said. “By investing in unions and disability inclusion, we are investing in sustainable, fair growth.”

Have you heard of the Eurovision Song Contest? 🌍🎶

It’s one of the world’s biggest live music competitions, where countries across Europe (and beyond!) showcase their artists in a spectacular celebration of music, culture, and creativity.

🔥This year, Liekinheitin by Pete Parkkonen and Linda Lampenius brings the heat and continues Finland’s long streak of top-tier Eurovision entries 🤩

Last night they were on fire in semi-final, and now they're ready to bring the win to Finland for the first time in 20 years 🎶🎻🏆

Let’s cheer Pete and Linda to victory in the Saturday's final!

Eurovision Song Contest