General – Higher Education Authority

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY MANAGER – PROGRAMME ACCREDITATION

HEA — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:25:00 +0000

The Higher Education Authority (HEA) is a statutory body established by the Higher Education Act, 2013. The mandate of the Authority is to regulate and monitor standards in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in order to ensure quality services and contribute to the enhancement of human capital and accelerated national development.

The Higher Education Authority invites applications from suitably qualified Zambians to fill the vacant position of MANAGER – PROGRAMME ACCREDITATION.

JOB PURPOSE

To manage the accreditation and auditing of learning programmes in Higher Education Institutions in order to ensure that Learning Programmes meet set standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage periodically the development and implementation of policies and programmes in order to provide guidance in the accreditation of Learning Programmes.
Manage timely the accreditation of learning programmes in order to facilitate the provision of quality higher education.
Manage regularly the auditing of Learning Programmes in order to ensure conformity to set standards.
Manage periodically the conduct of research on quality assurance of Learning Programmes in order to inform decision making.
Monitor and evaluate periodically the implementation of departmental programmes in order to assess the impact of service delivery and provide appropriate intervention measures.
Coordinate periodically the preparation of the state of higher education report on accreditation of Learning Programmes, list of accredited Learning Programmes and other reports to facilitate decision making and inform the public.
Coordinate timely the Sectional budget in order to facilitate acquisition of resources of the Section.
Manage timely development of work plans and implementation of the Annual Performance Appraisal System (APAS) in order to monitor, evaluate and enhance performance.
Manage effectively staff and other resources of the section in order to facilitate the attainment of the department’s objectives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Full Form V / Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent;
Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology or a Social Science discipline earned from a registered or recognised Higher Education Institution.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years relevant experience, two (2) of which must be at the middle management level in university administration, consultancy or research.

For the Detailed Job Advertisement, kindly click here: https://hea.org.zm/downloads/careers/

Interested candidates meeting the above specifications are encouraged to submit an application to the undersigned on or before Friday, 15^th May, 2026, at 17:00hrs:

The Director-General
Higher Education Authority
2^nd Floor, Engineering House
Plot No. 2374
Kelvin Siwale Road
P.O. Box 50795
Lusaka

To apply, kindly click here: https://forms.gle/9UWLeDzQXxodqXN9A

Scan the QR Code

For any clarification, contact: +260 950 470 444 │ hr@hea.org.zm│

ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

Note: The Higher Education Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not request for payments for job openings. Any such activities should be considered fraudulent and reported immediately.

Higher Education Authority (HEA) │ 2^nd Floor, Engineering House │ Stand No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road │ P.O. Box 50795, Ridgeway, Lusaka │ (+260) 211 227 084 │ info@hea.org.zm │ www.hea.org.zm

@HEAZambia

#HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia

CANCELLED – EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – MANAGER – PROGRAMME ACCREDITATION

HEA — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 07:38:16 +0000

The Higher Education Authority (HEA) is a statutory body established by the Higher Education Act, 2013. The mandate of the Authority is to regulate and monitor standards in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in order to ensure quality services and contribute to the enhancement of human capital and accelerated national development.

The Higher Education Authority invites applications from suitably qualified Zambians to fill the vacant position of MANAGER – PROGRAMME ACCREDITATION.

JOB PURPOSE

To manage the accreditation and auditing of learning programmes in Higher Education Institutions in order to ensure that learning programmes meet set quality standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the development and implementation of policies and procedures for accreditation of learning programmes;
Manage the accreditation process and ensure timeous completion of the accreditation of learning programmes in order to provide feedback to HEIs within 90 days;
Manage and undertake the auditing of learning programmes in order to inculcate the culture of continuous improvement in academic programming and/or ensure compliance to set standards;
Design and conduct research in accreditation and quality assurance in order to improve decision-making, curriculum innovation, graduate employability or market-readiness, and overall quality of higher education in Zambia;
Monitor and evaluate implementation of learning programmes in order to determine impact and recommend appropriate remedial interventions; to develop and manage budgets and workplans;
Undertake annual appraisal of staff in the section; and
Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Director – Quality Assurance, or the Director-General.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent;
Bachelor’s degree in Education (Merit or Distinction) earned from a recognised university.
In addition, the candidate must have a Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum Studies, or Quality Assurance in Higher Education.
A PhD in Education, Science Education, Curriculum Studies, Higher Education or Quality Assurance in Higher Education shall be an added advantage.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of relevant experience in full-time university teaching, five (5) of which must be at Senior Lecturer level. Experience in curriculum design, curriculum transformation, and quality assurance processes in Higher Education Institutions will be considered.

For Detailed Job Advertisement, kindly click here: https://hea.org.zm/downloads/careers/

Interested candidates meeting the above specifications are encouraged to submit an application letter and attach curriculum vitae with at least three (3) traceable references, a certified copy of National Registration Card, and verified academic and professional qualifications by Zambia Qualifications Authority, to the undersigned on or before Friday, 17^th October, 2025, at 17:00hrs:

The Director-General
Higher Education Authority
2^nd Floor, Engineering House
Plot No. 2374
Kelvin Siwale Road
P.O. Box 50795
Lusaka

(+260) 211 227 084

ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

From Zambia to China: HEA Signs MoU to Drive Digital Innovation in Education

HEA — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:33:55 +0000

The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has taken a bold step onto the global stage by signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Jiangxi Provincial Education Department of China. The partnership is set to transform Zambia’s higher education sector through international cooperation, technology transfer, and academic exchange.

HEA Acting Director-General, Dr. Martin Mushumba, who signed the MoU on behalf of the Authority, said the agreement would deepen educational ties and unlock solutions to challenges facing Zambia’s higher education system.

“The uptake of digital technology is still relatively low in Zambia, and many of our processes remain manual. This partnership has come at the right time because China is far ahead in digital innovation,” Dr. Mushumba said.

The MoU will pave the way for knowledge-sharing, training, and joint initiatives to strengthen both institutions’ capacities.

Leader of the Jiangxi Provincial delegation, Mr. Wu Yong Ming, emphasized that the partnership was perfectly timed, coinciding with the official opening of the Chibombo Multi-Facility Economic Zone’s vocational technology training centre.

“This MoU will not only strengthen Zambia–China relations but also build lasting educational bridges between our two nations,” Mr. Ming said.

The collaboration marks a milestone in HEA’s internationalization agenda, underscoring its commitment to raising Zambia’s higher education standards to meet global benchmarks.

Catch the full story and exclusive photos in this week’s brand new HEA Newsletter.

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/ #NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Read all HEA News here: https://hea.org.zm/hea-news/
Don’t miss the HEA Newsletter. #HigherEducationZambia #HEAZambia
Join the HEA WhatsApp Channel here:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VasVJip7oQhXnhbaOB2I

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.

Visit www.hea.org.zm for all higher education updates in Zambia.

Higher Education Authority (HEA) │ 2nd Floor, Engineering House │ Stand No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road │ P.O. Box 50795, Ridgeway, Lusaka │ ‪+260 211 227 084‬ │ info@hea.org.zm │ www.hea.org.zm

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: NAPSA Director General on Financing the Development of Modern Infrastructure in Higher Education

HEA — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 08:48:22 +0000

The Director General of the National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA), Mr. Muyangwa Muyangwa, will feature at the Inaugural Higher Education Indaba 2025 as a panellist in one of the most crucial discussions of the entire event, “Financing the Development of Modern Infrastructure in Higher Education.”

Mr. Muyangwa brings to the table the authority and foresight of an institution that is actively reshaping its investment portfolio through bold Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs) and diversified investments across housing, energy, and commercial projects. These moves are not only growing the pension fund but also unlocking opportunities for sustainable national development.

At the Indaba, his insights will show how such models can provide much-needed financing for the construction of student hostels, classrooms, laboratories, and recreational and sports facilities in Zambia’s Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).

This discussion is cardinal to the Indaba and the future of Zambia’s higher education sector. It will be enriched by leaders from Zambia’s banking and finance sector and chaired by Professor Edwin Bbenkele, Vice-Chancellor of ZCAS University. Together, they will unpack new strategies to mobilise resources and close the infrastructure gap that has long constrained the expansion and quality of higher education.

Register for the Higher Education Indaba here: www.hea.org.zm/inbaba

The inaugural Higher Education Indaba will be held from 8th to 10th October, 2025, at the Avani Victoria Falls Resort in Livingstone, under the theme “Unlocking Zambia’s Potential Through New Investments in Quality Higher Education.”

Hosted by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) in close collaboration with the Ministry of Education, the Indaba will convene over 400 leaders from Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), industry, cooperating partners, civil society, and other strategic stakeholders.

About Mr. Muyangwa.

(Biography courtesy of NAPSA)

Mr. Muyangwa Muyangwa is a seasoned senior executive with thirty (30) years’ combined experience in the financial and fiscal sectors. He recently worked as Senior Economist at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Headquarters in Washington DC. Before that, he served in various positions at the IMF, including as Technical Assistance Advisor and Revenue Administration Advisor in East and West Africa, respectively.

Prior to joining the IMF, he worked for the Zambia Revenue Authority, rising through the ranks from graduate entry level to Commissioner VAT and later Commissioner Customs Services. He also worked for Meridian BIAO Bank Limited (liquidated).

Over the years, Mr. Muyangwa has acquired key skills in organisational reform and transformation, strategic planning, fostering outcome-based management, business re-engineering for improved service delivery, expansion and management of client bases, project management, risk management, human capital development, team building, and coordination of development partners.

He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Bath (United Kingdom) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the Copperbelt University (Zambia).

Register for the Higher Education Indaba here: www.hea.org.zm/inbaba

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/ #NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.

Visit www.hea.org.zm for all higher education updates in Zambia.

Higher Education Authority (HEA) │ 2nd Floor, Engineering House │ Stand No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road │ P.O. Box 50795, Ridgeway, Lusaka │ +260 211 227 084 │ info@hea.org.zm │ www.hea.org.zm

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT: Professor Pinalo Chifwanakeni on Building a State-of-the-Art University

HEA — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 08:41:18 +0000

What does it really take to build a world-class university campus? At the Higher Education Indaba 2025, no one is better placed to answer this question than Professor Pinalo Chifwanakeni, Founder and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lusaka (UNILUS).

With decades of experience and a proven record of growing one of Zambia’s most dynamic private universities from the ground up, Professor Chifwanakeni will share the bold ideas, practical steps, and leadership insights required to turn a vision into a thriving academic institution. His presentation, “What Does It Take to Build a State-of-the-Art University Campus?” promises to be one of the defining moments of the Indaba.

This groundbreaking session will not stand alone, it will open into a high-level panel discussion with both local and international higher education leaders, chaired and moderated by Professor Trywell Kalusopa, Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Research and Innovation, University of Zambia (UNZA). The panel discussion will unpack how institutions can combine vision, financing, innovation, and partnerships to reshape Zambia’s higher education landscape.

Register for the Higher Education Indaba here: www.hea.org.zm/inbaba

The inaugural Higher Education Indaba will be held from 8th to 10th October, 2025, at the Avani Victoria Falls Resort in Livingstone, under the theme “Unlocking Zambia’s Potential Through New Investments in Quality Higher Education.”

About Professor Chifwanakeni.

(Biography courtesy of UNILUS)

Professor Pinalo Chifwanakeni is the Founder and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lusaka, a leading institution in Zambia’s private higher education sector. With a professional background in accounting and extensive experience in academia and business, he established the university to provide industry-relevant, entrepreneurial education aligned with national development goals. His vision is rooted in the belief that education should drive wealth creation, innovation, and economic empowerment.

Under his leadership, the University has grown to three campuses and serves over 14,000 students.

Professor Chifwanakeni is a strong advocate for academic programmes that blend theory with practical application, preparing graduates not only for the job market but also to launch and grow their own businesses. Through strategic partnerships, research promotion, and a commitment to excellence, he continues to shape the higher education landscape and advance education as a catalyst for sustainable development in Zambia and beyond.

Relevant Social Media Handles

Facebook: www.facebook.com/UnilusOfficial
Instagram: www.instagram.com/university_of_lusaka
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-lusaka
Twitter (X): www.x.com/UnilusOfficial

Register for the Higher Education Indaba here: www.hea.org.zm/inbaba

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/ #NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.

Visit www.hea.org.zm for all higher education updates in Zambia.

Zambia Airways Partners with Higher Education Indaba 2025, Offers Exclusive 10% Discount for Delegates

HEA — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:22:51 +0000

With 28 Days remaining before the historic Higher Education Indaba 2025, the Higher Education Authority (HEA) signed a landmark MoU with Zambia Airways securing exclusive travel benefits for all Indaba delegates.

These benefits include 10% discount on fares, flexible payment terms and priority booking and check-in.

Register for the Higher Education Indaba here: www.hea.org.zm/inbaba

Branded “The New Wings of Africa”, Zambia Airways will fly delegates to Livingstone from Ndola, Solwezi, Lusaka and international hubs in Tanzania, South Africa, Kenya and Zimbabwe. The airline will also amplify the Indaba through its social media, newsletters and website, reaching audiences across the continent.

At the signing ceremony on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2025, at the airline’s East Park Mall offices, Dr. Martin Mushumba, HEA Director – Quality Assurance, hailed the partnership as a reflection of the “strong and growing stakeholder support” for the inaugural Indaba.

Mr. Emmanuel Chisanga, Zambia Airways Head of Commercial, reaffirmed the airline’s commitment to “making travel safe, affordable and seamless, while powering the success of the Indaba.”

To book your flight, contact Zambia Airways:

Booking Code: HEA2025AGM
WhatsApp: ‪‪+260 763 886 511‬‬ / ‪+260 211 431 500‬‬
Email: reservations@zambiaairways.co.zm
Website: ‪www.zambia-airways.com‬

The inaugural Higher Education Indaba will be held from 8th to 10th October, 2025, at the Avani Victoria Falls Resort in Livingstone, under the theme “Unlocking Zambia’s Potential Through New Investments in Quality Higher Education,” bring together over 400 representatives from Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), industry, cooperating partners, civil society, and other strategic stakeholders.

Headlining the Indaba is Professor Oliver Saasa, whose keynote presentation on “Investing in Higher Education as a Strategy for Reducing Youth Unemployment in Zambia” will be followed by a powerful panel of banking executives and employment leaders, chaired by Professor Pinalo Chifwanakeni, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lusaka.

Register for the Higher Education Indaba here: ‪www.hea.org.zm/inbaba‬

For more information on the Indaba, contact:

Mr. Birbal Boniface Musoba – ‪+260 975 002 649‬ | birbal.musoba@hea.org.zm
Mr. Francis Kawesha – ‪+260 979 264 810‬ | francis.kawesha@hea.org.zm

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! ‪https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/‬

NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Read all HEA News here: ‪https://hea.org.zm/hea-news/‬
Don’t miss the HEA Newsletter. #HigherEducationZambia #HEAZambia
Join the HEA WhatsApp Channel here:
‪https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VasVJip7oQhXnhbaOB2I‬

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.

Visit ‪www.hea.org.zm‬ for all higher education updates in Zambia.

Higher Education Authority (HEA) │ 2nd Floor, Engineering House │ Stand No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road │ P.O. Box 50795, Ridgeway, Lusaka │ ‪+260 211 227 084‬ │ info@hea.org.zm │ ‪www.hea.org.zm

Mr. Emmanuel Chisanga (L), Zambia Airways Head of Commercial, and Dr. Martin Mushumba, HEA Director - Quality, shaking hands after signing the MoU.
Mr. Chisanga and Dr. Mushumba signing the MoU.
Mr. Lottie Tembo (L), Zambia Airways Supervisor – Sales, and Mr. Denny Nsokolo (R), HEA Acting Manager – Standards, Research and Institutional Audits, witness the MoU signing between HEA and Zambia Airways as Mr. Chisanga (2-L) and Dr. Mushumba (2-R) look on.
Stronger together as partnership takes flight. The HEA and Zambia Airways teams pose after sealing a milestone MoU that brings added value to every delegate of the Higher Education Indaba 2025.
Mr. Chisanga gifts Dr. Mushumba at Zambia Airways tote bag.
More gifts from Zambia Airways to HEA.

KEYNOTE SPOTLIGHT: Professor Oliver Saasa at the Higher Education Indaba 2025

HEA — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:19:00 +0000

The Inaugural Higher Education Indaba will open with a powerhouse keynote by Professor Oliver Saasa, one of Zambia’s most respected economists and policy analysts. His keynote address, “Investing in Higher Education as a Strategy for Reducing Youth Unemployment in Zambia,” will set the tone for this historic gathering.

Professor Saasa brings unmatched experience as Chancellor of Mulungushi University, Chairman of the Board of ZANACO Plc, and Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Council appointed by His Excellency the President of the Republic of Zambia, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema.

Following his keynote, a high-level panel featuring Zambia’s top banking executives and employment leaders will unpack the opportunities and challenges for investing in higher education. The discussion will be chaired and moderated by Professor Pinalo Chifwanakeni, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lusaka.

The Higher Education Indaba 2025 is being hosted by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) in close collaboration with the Ministry of Education through the Department of University Education, and will bring together representatives from Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), industry, cooperating partners, civil society, and other strategic stakeholders.

About Professor Saasa.

Professor Oliver Saasa is the Chairman of the Board of Directors at ZANACO Plc. Until his appointment, Professor Saasa served as a board member at ZANACO. He is a Professor of International Economic Relations and the Managing Consultant/Proprietor of Premier Consult Limited in Lusaka.

Professor Saasa has an extensive background in the financial sector, having served on various boards both nationally and internationally. His previous roles include Chairman of the Trade and Development Bank (TDB), Stanbic Bank (Zambia), and the Trade and Development Fund. He also chairs the TDB Academy and he is involved with the Africa Economic Research Consortium (AERC).

In addition to his board responsibilities, he is the Chancellor of Mulungushi University and has been appointed by the Zambian President as the Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Council. He also leads the Business Coalition Council Emergency Taskforce, which comprises over 180 large corporate members in Zambia.

Professor Saasa has consulted extensively with governments and organizations such as the World Bank, OECD, and AfDB, and has published extensively in trade, investment, and international economic relations.

Professor Saasa holds a Ph.D. in International Economic Studies, Master of Science in International Studies, Bachelor of Arts (Development Studies/ Political Economy).

Biography courtesy of ZANACO Plc.

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/

NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.

Visit www.hea.org.zm for all higher education updates in Zambia.

HEA Takes Climate Action to the Show Floor

HEA — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:24:56 +0000

The Higher Education Authority (HEA) is exhibiting at the 97^th Agriculture & Commercial Show with a bold and thought-provoking message of “Adapting to Climate Change through Higher Education.”

Our exhibition, anchored in natural wood and enriched with interactive visuals, is a physical manifestation of the show’s theme: “Adapting to Climate Change.” By interpreting this national theme through the lens of higher education, HEA is demonstrating how knowledge, innovation, and policy can converge to drive Zambia’s climate resilience.

Zambia is already feeling the heat. In 2024, 66% or two-thirds of Zambia’s major Agro-ecological zones were affected by drought, threatening both food security and rural livelihoods. This reality makes adaptation not optional, but urgent.

Thus, HEA confronts this head-on that climate change is not tomorrow’s problem but it is today’s reality.

Visitors can interact with a Zambian climate vulnerability map showing changing rainfall patterns, drought-prone regions, and heat-affected areas.

HEA is not just an observer of Zambia’s climate response, it is a driver. The quality assurance mandate enables the Authority to equip Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to Accredit climate-relevant learning programmes, Audit curricula for sustainability alignment, Support climate-focused innovation and research, and ensure higher education contributes to green growth.

HEA has showcased 32 accredited programmes across public and private HEIs that directly tackle climate change, sustainability, and environmental resilience.

HEA’s oversight has enabled HEIs to go beyond the classroom:

Copperbelt University (CBU) houses the Africa Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Mining and leads innovative projects in agroforestry, organic fertiliser production (bokashi), aquaculture, and even insect protein farming for animal feed.
University of Lusaka (UNILUS) integrates green design in campus infrastructure and works with communities to co-create real-world climate adaptation strategies.
Zambia College of Agriculture (Mpika & Monze) trains frontline farmers and agronomists in sustainable, climate-smart agriculture.
Mulungushi University offers short courses on climate strategy design and leads Zambia’s Z4ABC project in the Lower Zambezi corridor.

Mukuba University hosts the UniPod Innovation Hub under UNDP’s Timbuktoo initiative—encouraging student-led green technology development.

At the heart of climate adaptation is one resource we can scale, knowledge. From students learning to test soil quality and plant trees, to researchers redesigning livelihoods for a changing climate, higher education is Zambia’s silent but powerful response to climate risks.

HEA’s message is clear: adapting to climate change begins in the lecture hall, the research lab, the community field school. Education is not just preparation for the future, it is protection for it.

Visit our stand to view and pledge to climate-smart education. Lets change Zambia together for the better.

Visit HEA’s stand is located at F7, near ZNBC and the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development.

————————————————————

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/

#NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Read all HEA News here: https://hea.org.zm/hea-news/

Don’t miss the HEA Newsletter. #HigherEducationZambia #HEAZambia

Join the HEA WhatsApp Channel here:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VasVJip7oQhXnhbaOB2I

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.

Visit www.hea.org.zm for all higher education updates in Zambia. Higher Education Authority (HEA) │ 2^nd Floor, Engineering House │ Stand No. 2374, Kelvin Siwale Road │ P.O. Box 50795, Ridgeway, Lusaka │ +260 211 227 084 │ info@hea.org.zm │ www.hea.org.zm

HEIs Under HEA Spotlight: CBU & UNILUS Exhibit Climate Innovation

HEA — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:18:55 +0000

Two Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), Copperbelt University (CBU) and the University of Lusaka (UNILUS), are taking centre stage at the Higher Education Authority (HEA) stand at the 97^th Agriculture & Commercial Show, showcasing how climate-focused education is translating into real-world solutions.

HEA invited the 2 HEIs to exhibit under its banner as CBU and UNILUS currently offer the highest number of accredited climate-specific learning programmes for public and private HEIs respectively, with CBU offering 10 programmes and UNILUS offering 3.

“We didn’t just want to talk about climate-responsive education. We wanted to show it in action,” said HEA’s Corporate Communications Officer, Mr. Birbal Boniface Musoba.

HEA is deeply grateful to Professor Imasiku Nyambe, CBU Vice-Chancellor, and Professor Pinalo Chifwanakeni, UNILUS Vice-Chancellor, for granting permission for their HEIs to exhibit under the Authority’s banner.

CBU is a research powerhouse for climate resilience and it is showcasing its extensive work in climate change, including 2 Major Centres dedicated to sustainability and climate research; 21 Publications covering forestry, mining, biodiversity, and energy; and, 5 Ongoing Projects including aquaculture, organic fertiliser from waste, agroforestry, and sustainable mining.

CBU is being represented by Associate Professor Gillian Kabwe, a leading expert in agroforestry, food systems, and climate-smart landscape design.

“Education is the cornerstone of resilience. Our research directly supports communities and ecosystems under stress,” said Professor Kabwe.

CBU’s accredited climate-specific programmes include: Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy; Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Material; Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Natural Resources Management and Climate Change; Diploma in Environmental Technology; Master of Science and PhD in Climate Change; Master of Science and PhD in Sustainable Agriculture; and, Master of Science and MPhil in Sustainable Mining.

On the other hand, UNILUS is building green solutions from the ground up. The private HEI is being represented by Mrs. Eva Kangwa, Head of the Public Health Department, alongside Ms. Chinyama Mulako, a 4^th year Public Health student. Ms. Mulako captivated guests by explaining how climate adaptation principles are integrated into public health education, from waterborne diseases to community risk reduction.

UNILUS is showcasing 12 key initiatives, which include, Participatory Research: co-creating solutions with communities; Community Education: extending knowledge through outreach; and, Greening the Campus: incorporating sustainable infrastructure in its Silverest campus.

UNILUS’s accredited climate-specific programmes include PhD in Environmental Management; Master of Law in Environmental Laws; and, Master of Science in Environmental Management.

By spotlighting these two institutions, HEA is demonstrating the tangible results of accrediting climate-relevant learning programmes and promoting quality education that meets Zambia’s climate adaptation goals.

“Our theme interpretation ‘Adapting to Climate Change through Higher Education’ comes alive through institutions like CBU and UNILUS,” said Mr. Musoba.

Visit HEA’s stand is located at F7, near ZNBC and the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development.

————————————————————

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/

#NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Read all HEA News here: https://hea.org.zm/hea-news/

Don’t miss the HEA Newsletter. #HigherEducationZambia #HEAZambia

Join the HEA WhatsApp Channel here:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VasVJip7oQhXnhbaOB2I

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.

Judging Day: HEA Puts Its Best Foot Forward

HEA — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 15:52:20 +0000

On Wednesday, 30^th July, 2025, on the first day of the 97^th Agriculture and Commercial Show, the Higher Education Authority (HEA) stood before the judges with a strong sense of purpose, and an even stronger exhibit.

The Authority’s climate-themed stand is in contention for three prestigious categories: Best Educational Institution Exhibit, Best Regulatory Authority Exhibit, and Best Government Exhibit.

While the final results will be announced this weekend, HEA is proud of the message that it has put forward that higher education is Zambia’s first and most scalable response to climate change.

Below, we highlight why each of these categories reflects a part of HEA’s bold vision, and why we believe our showing deserves recognition.

1. Best Educational Institution Exhibit. At its heart, our exhibit makes one thing clear and that is education is our climate weapon.

We showcased over 30 accredited, climate-specific learning programmes across Zambia’s public and private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), from Kapasa Makasa to Mukuba University. These programmes go beyond theory, they are training a graduate workforce prepared for green jobs, resilient agriculture, and sustainable livelihoods.

Each university programme featured on our panel is not just a degree, it’s a solution. We believe this effort alone puts HEA in a strong position as Zambia’s top educational exhibit at this year’s show.

2. Best Regulatory Authority Exhibit. This is Bridging Policy and Practice, which is HEA’s Role. We didn’t just tell judges what we do, we showed them how we do it.

Through our visual flowchart that moved from Policy → Curriculum Reform → Research → Innovation → Community Impact, we demonstrated how HEA actively regulates for national good.

As a regulatory authority, HEA doesn’t just check boxes, we build bridges between policy, academia, and the real-world fight against climate change.

3. Best Government Exhibit. Climate change isn’t an abstract issue in Zambia, it’s an everyday reality. This year, two-thirds of our country’s Agro-ecological zones were hit by drought. Our first panel sets the tone by translating the Show’s global theme of “Adapting to Climate Change” into a distinctly Zambian call to action.

With interactive climate maps, a data-driven vulnerability display, and localised stories of adaptation, our government exhibit highlighted the leadership role of the Ministry of Education through HEA. By rooting global issues in local urgency, we believe our stand represents government responsiveness at its finest.

HEA’s stand at F7 (near ZNBC and the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development) has drawn crowds not just for its eco-friendly design and research showcase, but for its clarity of vision which states, “Adapting to climate change begins in the lecture hall, the research lab, and the community field school.”

From public pledge campaigns and student participation to live demos from CBU and UNILUS, every part of the HEA stand reaffirmed one message, education is not just preparation for the future, it is protection for it.

As we await the final results this Saturday and Sunday, we stand confident, hopeful, and deeply proud of the story we’ve told. We showed up. We delivered. And we believe we’ve made the case: Higher education is Zambia’s climate frontier, and HEA is leading the way.

Visit HEA’s stand is located at F7, near ZNBC and the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development.

————————————————————

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay empowered.

Take the National Graduate Survey! https://hea.org.zm/nationalgraduatesurvey/

#NGS2025 #NationalGraduateSurvey

Read all HEA News here: https://hea.org.zm/hea-news/

Don’t miss the HEA Newsletter. #HigherEducationZambia #HEAZambia

Join the HEA WhatsApp Channel here:

https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VasVJip7oQhXnhbaOB2I

Follow the Higher Education Authority (HEA) on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube (@HEAZambia) and join the conversation using #HEAZambia #HigherEducationZambia.