National Arts Council of Zambia

30/05/2026

The Board Chair Ms Maureen Lilanda led the charge in running for the girl child!! We congratulate Wonderful Group Zambia for a success half marathon and commend all the artists that took part.

23/05/2026

20/05/2026

Zambia was proudly represented at the Cannes Film Festival and Marché du Film 2026 by a delegation from the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts led by Permanent Secretary Kangwa Chileshe. 🇿🇲🎬

Over the past few days, the delegation engaged with filmmakers, film commissioners, distributors, investors, studios, creatives, and strategic partners from across the world as Zambia continues positioning itself as an emerging film destination and creative economy hub.

The Permanent Secretary’s message during the Africa Creative Market (ACM), Creative Industry Business Summit Zambia (CIBSZ), and African Philanthropy Forum Cocktail at Cannes reflects the Ministry’s commitment to collaboration, investment, talent development, infrastructure growth, and building long-term partnerships for Zambia’s creative industries.

As government, we remain committed to creating opportunities for creatives and making Zambia increasingly film-destination ready.

We thank His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema for his continued support towards transforming Zambia’s creative and cultural industries and advancing strategic global partnerships.

Next stop: Zambia. 🇿🇲
Africa Creative Market (ACM), Creative Industry Business Summit Zambia (CIBSZ) & Kwimbo National Arts Festival

📍 June 29 – July 4, 2026
📍 Lusaka,

19/05/2026

Today,the 19th May,2026, The National Arts Council of Zambia, together with ZESCO officials and National Arts Associations Representatives, paid a courtesy call on the Office of the Deputy Permanent Secretary in Central Province, Kabwe, as part of the ongoing Youth Action Against Vandalism (YAAV) Initiative.

Present during the meeting were Mr. Godfrey Chitambala – Deputy Permanent Secretary, Central Province; Mr. Lemekani Chirwa – Central Province Commanding Officer; Madam Mwiche Chikungu – Acting Director, National Arts Council of Zambia; Mrs. Shezippie Banda Nzovu – ZESCO Chairperson, YAAV Implementation Team; the YAAV Coordinating Team; and representatives from National Arts Associations.

Speaking during the meeting, Mr. Godfrey Chitambala commended ZESCO for partnering with artists and communities, describing the initiative as progressive and impactful in promoting awareness and protecting national infrastructure. Mr. Lemekani Chirwa also welcomed the programme and emphasized the need for collective community participation in the fight against vandalism.

The YAAV Initiative continues to engage communities, schools, and colleges across Kabwe through various arts activities aimed at raising awareness and promoting ownership of ZESCO infrastructure.

The meeting concluded with stakeholders appreciating the remarks and assuring the respective offices of continued collaboration and feedback following the conclusion of the Kabwe implementation activities.

19/05/2026

😂KABWE, it’s time to laugh for a cause!

Join us for the COAZ Comedy Show for the Youth Action Against Vandalism(YAAV ) Initiative.

Come through for big laughs, good vibes and a powerful message!

📍 Kwame Nkrumah University
⏰ 18: 00hrs
19th May 2026

18/05/2026

TOUCH DOWN KABWE!!! 🚨

The Artists are arriving and the movement has officially begun!

The Youth Action Against Vandalism (YAAV) Initiative is coming your way with powerful anti-vandalism messages through Theatre art, Dance, Music, Film, Comedy, Writing, Murals and Community Theatre engagement.
Let’s protect what belongs to all of us! ⚡ Stop vandalism of ZESCO infrastructure. Every transformer, cable and pole matters.

Power ni yathu, Zesco ni yathu!
Kabwe, are you ready? 🔥

18/05/2026

Kabwe are you ready!!!!!
Come and join us for Anti -Vandalism sensitization!
Let's stop Vandalism, Zesco ni yathu!

(YAAV)

15/05/2026

Cannes, we have arrived. 🇿🇲🎬

I am pleased to be in Cannes representing Zambia as we continue advancing His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema’s agenda of positioning Zambia as a globally competitive creative economy and emerging film destination.

This evening, I will be co-hosting the Africa Creative Market (ACM), Creative Industry Business Summit Zambia (CIBS), and African Philanthropy Forum Cocktail at Cannes — a gathering bringing together industry leaders, investors, innovators, philanthropists, and cultural changemakers shaping the future of Africa’s creative industries on the global stage.

Friday, May 15, 2026 | 17:40 – 19:00

As Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts, I am in Cannes to engage in strategic meetings focused on:
• Positioning Zambia as a premier African film destination
• Co-production treaties and international collaborations
• Expanding opportunities for Zambian creatives
• Building partnerships across film, television, music, fashion, technology, and culture
• Attracting investment, productions, studios, and distribution opportunities to Zambia
• Working towards bringing an even bigger and stronger Zambian delegation to Cannes in 2027

Zambia is open for collaboration, investment, and creative partnerships — and this is only the beginning.
If you are in Cannes and would like to connect, please reach out.

See you tonight!

15/05/2026

Zambia at the 79th Edition of the Cannes Film Festival. Highlights from
Day One.

10/05/2026

Come one ,come all ba Kanyama!

The National Association of Media Arts (NAMA) will host a special screening event under the YAAV Short Film and Animation Competition aimed at raising awareness and sensitizing communities against ZESCO infrastructure vandalism through film and creative storytelling.
The screening will feature three selected short films highlighting the importance of protecting public infrastructure and promoting community responsibility.
🎬 Event Details
📅 Date: Sunday, 10th May 2026
🕠 Time: 17:30 Hours
📍 Venue: Kanyama Bus Stop Market