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ZAM Services

1. Professional Representation & Advocacy
We ensure that the policies, legislation and programmes formulated and implemented by Government, relating to the local manufacturing sector, are geared towards supporting the development of a competitive local manufacturing industry. ZAM has and continues to be successful in lobbying for;
• Duty waivers on imported/critical inputs into the manufacturing production processes.
• Increased duties on finished products
• Reductions in excise duties
• Banning the export of key raw materials required for processes
• Representation to Parliament
• Creating a level playing field for local manufacturers
• Increased participation in regional platforms.
• Increased private sector consultation

2. Dynamic Marketing & Advertising Platforms
ZAM offers and creates unique marketing and networking opportunities for its members. It has consistently proven its tenacity to deliver more value to its members through key platforms including but not limited to;
• The Proudly Zambian Campaign
• The Prestigious Annual Manufacturers’ Gala and Award Ceremony
• The Zambian Manufacturer Magazine
• The ZAM Website & E-newsletter
• Policy Breakfast Meetings and Seminars
• Regional and International Trade fairs and Exhibitions

3. Business Linkages & Market Access
ZAM continues to create opportunities for members to enhance the growth of their business by creating appropriate networking and business linkage platforms. We aim to deliver tangible business results
in these areas;
• Preferential procurement for locally manufactured products by the Government.
• Integration of locally manufactured products into supply Chain Stores (Supermarkets)
• Integration of local manufacturing sector into the Mining Industry.
• The development of the Official “Proudly Zambian”
• Identity for regional marketing purposes.

4. Capacity Building & Business Development
ZAM offers professional knowledge services to its membership including but not limited to;
• Training for business development
• Technical advice on taxation and policy issues
• Sector Policy Research
• Information dissemination

ZAM Membership

ZAM’s membership comprises a broad range of manufacturers from over 18 manufacturing sub-sectors. The leadership of the organization is anchored in the ZAM Board which comprises of; The President, Vice-President (Northern and Southern Region), four Advisory Board Members, 3 Trustees and the Management Team which is the ZAM Secretariat.

The structure of membership is as progressive as the manufacturing sector with representation drawn from;

► Small Scale Manufacturers (SMEs),
► Medium Scale Manufacturers,
► Large Scale Manufacturers

Why Join ZAM?

ZAM offers you professional representation and effective policy advocacy to Government authorities on issues affecting your business as well as timely, relevant information, programmes and support of superior quality and value. We provide vast opportunities for networking, learning and professional growth and are a key reference point for advisory services that facilitate key business decisions for Industry.

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Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM), a registered organization in the Republic of Zambia, is a business association which represents the interests of the entire manufacturing sector and other related economic and/or production sectors in Zambia.


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