National Technology Business Centre

03/09/2026

This week we are conducting a business training and equipment installation at Chikankata secondary school and Nameembo community. Few highlights in the pictures below.

28/07/2026

Are you developing a prototype or have a commercialization-ready innovation?

The National Innovation Initiative is looking for practical, affordable and scalable solutions that improve productivity, enhance value addition and solve everyday challenges in Zambia's productive sectors.

Whether you're an innovator, startup, SME, university researcher or community organisation - this call is for you!

Be part of building a more innovative and competitive Zambia.

Apply now on https://nii.ntbc.co.zm/

22/07/2026

Do you have an innovative solution that can transform agriculture, fisheries, livestock, manufacturing, or mining in Zambia?

We invite innovators, entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, academic and research institutions, and community-based organisations to submit innovative, affordable, and locally adaptable solutions that address real challenges faced by small-scale producers and rural communities.

🎯 Focus Areas
✅ Agriculture
🌱 Affordable soil testing technologies
🌾 Post-harvest handling innovations

✅ Fisheries and Livestock
🐄 Disease detection technologies
🥛 Milk and meat testing kits
🐟 Aquaculture technologies

✅ Manufacturing
🏭 Low-cost processing technologies for agricultural value addition

✅ Mining
⛏️ Small-scale mineral processing, sorting, exploration and identification technologies

This is your opportunity to showcase your innovation and contribute to Zambia's socio-economic development.

📩 Submit your application today on https://nii.ntbc.co.zm/ or downloading the application form and email it to [email protected]. Deadline for submission is 7th August 2026.

National Innovation Initiative - Zambia

20/07/2026

The National Innovation Initiative 2026 Call for Innovative Solutions is now open. Submit your applications on website: https://nii.ntbc.co.zm or www.ntbc.co.zm Deadline for submission is 7th August 2026.

16/07/2026

The National Innovation Initiative 2026 Call for Innovative Solutions is now open. Applications must be submitted to NTBC by completing a downloadable form or online application form on website: https://nii.ntbc.co.zm or www.ntbc.co.zm Deadline for submission is 7th August 2026.

14/07/2026

NTBC is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Zambian citizen to fill up the following vacant position.

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (NTBC 3)

JOB PURPOSE: To undertake the procurement of goods, services and works to meet the Centre’s requirements.

NATURE OF EMPLOYMENT
Permanent and Pensionable

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
I. Undertakes effectively the coordination of the development of the procurement plan to guide the procurement process and facilitate decision making
II. Undertakes timely the preparation of bidding documents to ensure transparency in the tendering process and compliance with laid down procedures.
III. Undertakes effectively the provision of secretariat services to the
procurement committee to facilitate the conduct if its business.
IV. Undertakes effectively the coordination of the ex*****on of supply contracts to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
V. Undertakes timely the procurement of goods and services to meet the Centre’s requirements.
VI. Undertakes effectively the preparation of procurement reports to comply with statutory requirements.
VII. Undertakes effectively the maintenance of the procurement
database to facilitate efficient storage and retrieval of information.
VIII. Supervises effectively the development of work plans and the
implementation of the performance management system to
monitor, evaluate and enhance performance.
IX. Supervises effectively the human and other resources to facilitate the attainment of set objectives.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENT
I. Full form V/Grade 12 Certificate
II. bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supply or its equivalent
III. Minimum relevant Pre-Job Experience of 6 years. (Knowledge in IV. Public Procurement will be an added advantage)
V. Must be a paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)

Please note that all academic and professional qualifications being used in the application for this position must be verified by Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQUA) and verification/evaluation certificates should be submitted together with
the application.
Also note that applications/Cover letters must be submitted along with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of educational certificates, proof of 2026 valid membership with (ZIPS) and be addressed to:
The Director
National Technology Business Centre (NTBC)
8th Floor, New Government Complex, Nasser Road, Kamwala.
P.O. Box 51310 RW
LUSAKA.
All applications should be submitted electronically to
https://forms.gle/urNiaJN56GSA3stZ6
Kindly note that the application letter and all accompanying documents must be sent as one (1) PDF document. The closing date for receiving applications is Wednesday 15th July 2026 .
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

03/07/2026

We are exhibiting at the 60th Zambia International Trade Fair. Visit us under the Ministry of Ministry of Technology and Science - Zambia stand.

25/06/2026

Join us at 7pm Today. Attendance to this virtual meeting is free, simply scan the QR code to register.

24/06/2026

We wrapped up the Africa Public Service Day in style with some wins. Thank you to all who visited our stand. And a bigger thank you to the innovation promoters for their products and services show cased during the period.

23/06/2026

We believe achieving universal water availability and safe sanitation by 2063 requires innovation, strong institutions and strategic partnerships. NTBC supports innovators and entrepreneurs developing practical solutions to water and sanitation challenges, helping transform ideas into impactful and scalable technologies.
If you haven't yet visited our stand during this Africa Public Service Day, please make sure you do! Come and get all the information you need concerning our services, including the Technology Business Development Fund (TBDF) call currently open for applications till 30th June 2026.