Junior Chamber International (JCI) Zambia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the National Council of Students Unions (NACOSU), aimed at equipping students with entrepreneurial and leadership skills to enable them contribute meaningfully to national development.
JCI Zambia National President, Sydney Ng’andu, says the partnership will focus on supporting students with viable business ideas and strengthening leadership development.
The media reports that speaking at the signing ceremony in Lusaka, Mr Ng’andu said the collaboration offers a valuable opportunity to nurture entrepreneurship and leadership among students.
He added that JCI prioritises individual development and business skills to help young people, especially students to make a positive impact in their communities after school.
Mr Ng’andu noted that while Zambia has immense potential among youths, progress can only be achieved through deliberate collaboration and investment in them.
He further stated that the MoU will also support innovation emerging from universities, guided by transparency, accountability and measurable outcomes.
HMr Ng’andu also emphasised that Zambia’s greatest asset is its human capital, particularly the energy, creativity and resilience of young people which, if well nurtured, can drive national transformation.
Meanwhile, NACOSU Chairman, Michelo Chizombe, described the partnership as a blueprint for meaningful youth inclusion in national affairs.
Mr Chizombe said students nationwide will benefit from the agreement, including participation in JCI’s international programmes such as cultural exchanges.
He added that the collaboration will support entrepreneurship initiatives that have a direct impact on students’ lives.
Mr Chizombe further noted that the partnership marks the beginning of a journey where young people actively participate in national matters and drive positive change, rather than remaining mere spectators.
JCI is a leading global youth organisation with a presence in many countries worldwide.
