National Youth Development Council - Zambia

24/09/2026

24/09/2026

The application window is OPEN for our 2027 Africa Innovation in Agriculture and Food Security Program 🌍🌱

We're seeking impact-driven ventures across Sub-Saharan Africa that are strengthening agriculture and food systems through innovative, market-based solutions. From climate-smart agriculture and agricultural data tools to farmer finance, food security, and resilient supply chains, we're looking for entrepreneurs building solutions that improve livelihoods and strengthen resilience.

Selected entrepreneurs will participate in a hybrid program featuring virtual programming, a residency in Accra, Ghana, and a second residency in Nairobi, Kenya, along with a range of program benefits designed to help ventures scale their impact.

🔗 Fill out the eligibility form at the link in our bio. Applications close October 23rd, 2026!

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🔗 Fill out the eligibility form at the link in our bio. Applications close October 23rd, 2026!

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22/09/2026

GOVT, PARTNERS VALIDATE FRAMEWORK FOR OUT-OF-SCHOOL YOUTH

The Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts and its partners have validated the Out-of-School Youth Life Skills and Health Education (OSY-LSHE) Framework, aimed at improving access to health information and life skills among young people outside the formal education system.

Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts Permanent Secretary, Mr. Kangwa Chileshe said the framework would help address challenges affecting young people, including teenage pregnancy, HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, gender-based violence, substance abuse and mental health.

Speaking in Lusaka today during the validation meeting, Mr Chileshe said the Ministry would use youth resource centres, community platforms, sports, creative arts and digital platforms to reach more young people.

He stressed the need for the framework to be practical, inclusive and responsive to the realities of young people, particularly those in rural and peri-urban communities and those facing social exclusion.

UNFPA Zambia Deputy Representative Anna-Maria Holmström said the framework would support a coordinated response to the challenges facing young people, with plans to strengthen digital platforms and tracking of geographical coverage.

She said the goal is to ensure that no young person is left behind by 2027.

22/09/2026

The count down is on!!

19/09/2026

📣 Are you 16–20 years old and passionate about making a difference for children and young people in Zambia?

Unicef Zambia is inviting young people from all 10 provinces to apply to join the Children and Youth Advisory Board (CYAB)!

The CYAB is a platform where children and youth people can share their ideas, perspectives and experiences and help shape UNICEF Zambia’s programmes, campaigns, communication and engagement with young people.

✨ 20 young people will be selected — 1 boy and 1 girl from each province. ✨

You don’t need to be an expert or have particular academic qualifications.

If you have a passion, idea, talent, experience or concern that matters to young people, we want to hear from you!

🗓️ Application deadline: 28 September 2026

👉 Apply here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/GqAfZix9Hw

Your voice matters. Your perspective can help shape change.

16/09/2026

16/09/2026

📢 WE HAVE MOVED!

The National Youth Development Council (NYDC) has moved to a new location.

📍 National Heroes Stadium
🏢 3rd Floor, West Wing

We welcome all youth, youth organisations and stakeholders to visit us at our new office.

15/09/2026

The final call is here!
AU-EU Youth Action Lab call for Proposals is now open.

Innovation Grants – €42,000
Entrepreneurship Grants – €31,500

Open to youth-led organizations registered in Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia (Somaliland), Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

This is the last cohort. Don't miss your chance.
Deadline: 23 September 2026, 13:00 CAT (check your local time)

Apply now: https://aueuyouth.com/grants/
Follow us on our channels: linktr.ee/aueuyouthlab

10/09/2026

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT

Due to technical issues with the previous application link, a new link has been created.

Please use the new link below to submit your application:

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

Have you turned soil, sun, water, or waste into a business? This is your stage. This is not just a pitch competition, it's a launchpad.

The Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts (MYSA), in collaboration with the National Youth Development Council (NYDC), invites applications from young Zambian innovators for the Green Hustle Innovation Challenge.

The Challenge is a high-stakes pitch competition to be held during the 2026 YouthConnekt National Summit at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre in Lusaka, from 29–30 September 2026, under the theme: "Green Hustle: Cultivating Wealth, Creating Jobs."

Who Should Apply
- We're looking for young Zambian innovators (aged 18–35) who have developed real, workable solutions in Agribusiness and Green economy

How to Apply
- Submit through the official form:
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Deadline to Apply: 17th September, 2026