The Association of Consulting Engineers of Zambia – ACEZ and BongoHive Consult have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening Zambia’s engineering sector through innovation, capacity building, and professional development.
The ceremony was graced by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development (MIHUD), Prof. Albert Malama, who commended the initiative as a vital step toward enhancing Zambia’s infrastructure delivery and professional standards.
Prof. Malama lauded the MoU as a strategic and timely initiative, underscoring the government’s commitment to fostering collaboration in infrastructure development—a cornerstone of Zambia’s economic transformation.
Key highlights from his address:
Infrastructure is the backbone of national development, and its success hinges on the competence and creativity of engineering professionals.
The MoU is a symbol of foresight and a shared determination to build a technologically advanced, sustainable, and resilient Zambia.
The synergy between ACEZ’s engineering expertise and Bongo Hive’s innovation and entrepreneurship will equip industry stakeholders with cutting-edge skills and knowledge.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Lukonga Lindunda, Executive Director of Bongo Hive Consult, expressed optimism about the collaboration, describing it as a formal beginning of a powerful partnership rooted in a shared vision for a more innovative and prosperous Zambia.
In his remarks, Eng. Tresphor Musonda, President of Association of Consulting Engineers of Zambia – ACEZ Zambia, emphasized that the MoU represents more than a formal agreement—it is a shared commitment to building a future where Zambia’s engineering community is equipped to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving infrastructure landscape.
Meanwhile, the Association of Consulting Engineers of Zambia, Chief Executive Officer Chituwa Chulu said she is confident that this partnership will open new doors for knowledge exchange, professional development, and practical innovation — and ultimately contribute to the sustainable growth of Zambia’s engineering sector.
The partnership will focus on delivering joint training programs, workshops, and initiatives designed to bridge skills gaps, promote knowledge exchange, and empower a new generation of engineering professionals.
It aligns with Zambia’s broader development goals and the need for sustainable, tech-driven infrastructure solutions.
Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development
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