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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Join the GREENTech4CE financial services directory in Zambia

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New free directory connects Zambian businesses with financial partners The GREENTech4CE Project, funded by the European Union, is proud to announce the launch of a free, public Financial Services Directory designed to connect innovative Zambian startups and MSMEs with financial service providers. This initiative offers financial institutions a unique opportunity to increase visibility, showcase specialised products, and engage directly with …

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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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