Award-winning start-ups at GITEX Africa 2026

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Two company start-ups being backed by Self Help Africa’s GREENTech4CE Project in Zambia collected major awards at one of Africa’s most influential technology and start-up events, in Morocco last weekend. Nine Zambian firms that are being supported and mentored by the EU-backed project travelled with a GREENTech delegation to the conference, and made a strong impression on the continental stage …

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World Circular Economy Forum 2025: A Global Movement for Circular Solutions

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The World Circular Economy Forum 2025 (WCEF2025) is heading to São Paulo, Brazil, on 13–14 May 2025, bringing together global leaders, innovators, and policymakers to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. With online participation open to all, this edition ensures that key discussions reach a global audience, including Zambia. Why WCEF2025 Matters for Zambia This year’s forum will spotlight …

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Revolutionizing Mining Waste: Sustainable Solutions for End-of-Life OTR Tyres

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Brownfield mining operations in Zambia, including Kalumbila, Kansanshi, and Lumwana, generate significant waste, categorized into off-spec products, process-related materials, and indirect waste. Off-spec products that fail to meet required specifications can be minimized through continuous improvement frameworks like ISO 9000. Process-related waste, such as scrap metals, used lubricants, and worn-out conveyor belts, can be reclassified as by-products if viable markets …

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