Bankers Association of Zambia

22/05/2026

The 4th Banking Industry Symposium was successfully held this morning under the theme: “Capital Adequacy and Currency Legislation: Implications for Financial Sector Health and Macroeconomic Development.”
Held annually, the event brought together key stakeholders from the financial services sector, including regulators, policymakers, banking executives, and industry experts from across the region to deliberate on issues shaping the future of the banking and financial sector.
Present to officially open the symposium was the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance and National Planning (Economic Management), Mr. Mulele M. Mulele.
Among the distinguished delegates in attendance were the Governor of the Bank of Zambia, Dr. Denny Kalyalya; Bankers Association of Zambia Chairperson and Stanbic Bank Zambia Chief Executive, Mr. Mwindwa Siakalima; as well as representatives from the Bank of Botswana, Bank of Lesotho, Lusaka Securities Exchange, Standard Chartered Bank Zambia, FNB Zambia, Zanaco, Zambia Chamber of Mines, and Standard Bank Group.
The symposium featured engaging panel discussions and presentations focused on cross-border banking supervision, capital adequacy, currency legislation, sovereign risk, macroeconomic stability, compliance, and innovation within the financial sector, reaffirming the industry’s collective commitment to strengthening financial sector resilience, promoting sustainable economic growth, and fostering regional collaboration in addressing emerging financial and regulatory challenges.

22/05/2026

Panel Discussion B of the Banking Symposium focuses on capacity, compliance and market constraints in fulfilling capital and currency legislation.
The session brings together industry leaders to unpack the realities, opportunities and challenges shaping the financial sector today.

22/05/2026

Moderated by Lusaka Securities Exchange Plc CEO, Mr. Nicholas Kabaso, Panel Discussion A of this year's Banking Symposium, brings together regional financial leaders and regulators to explore the impact of cross-border banking supervision, capital adequacy and currency reform on sovereign risk and macroeconomic stability.

The panelists are:

Ms. Lyness Mambo - Director, Prudential Supervision, Bank of Zambia

Mr. Godfrey Edwin Ngidi - Director, Prudential Authority and Payments Oversight, Bank of Botswana

Ms. Tau Puseletso - Director Supervision, Bank of Lesotho

A critical conversation shaping the future of regional financial resilience.

19/05/2026

The Bankers Association of Zambia, in partnership with Stanbic Bank, is once again proud to host this year’s Banking Industry Symposium under the theme: Capital Adequacy and Currency Legislation: Implications for Financial Sector Health and Macroeconomic Development.
The future of banking, regulation and economic growth takes centre stage.
Industry leaders, regulators and financial experts will unpack:
• Capital adequacy and currency legislation
• Cross-border banking supervision
• Financial sector resilience and macroeconomic stability
Happening Friday, 22 May 2026

12/05/2026

The Bankers Association of Zambia (BAZ), in partnership with Zambia Institute of Banking & Financial Services (ZIBFS), hosted the 2026 Bankers Sports Day on 9th May 2026 at OYDC under the theme: “Fit Finance; Fair Access: Health in Action; Access for All.”

The event brought together professionals from various Financial Institutions for a memorable day focused on wellness, teamwork, collaboration, and healthy living. Participants competed in a wide range of sporting disciplines, including football, netball, volleyball, aerobics, pool, chess, and track events.

The event was officiated by the Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary, PS Maambo Haamaundu, who represented the Minister of Youth, Sport, and Arts as the Guest of Honour. In his remarks, he highlighted the critical role of health and fitness in improving productivity and contributing to sustainable economic development. He further reaffirmed the government’s dedication to promoting sports and wellness as important components of national development, while encouraging professionals in the financial sector to prioritise their physical and mental well-being despite the pressures of the workplace.

In his speech, the Bankers Association of Zambia Chairperson, Mwindwa Siakalima, encouraged banking professionals to embrace exercise as part of their everyday lifestyles. He noted that sports are essential not only for physical fitness but also for strengthening mental resilience in the demanding financial services industry.

Representing ZIBFS President Dr Kuldip Paliwal, Vice President Calvin Habasonda underscored the Institute’s commitment to promoting wellness awareness through its professional development programmes and supporting initiatives aimed at creating healthier and more productive work environments within the financial sector.

The Sports Day attracted participation from banks, financial sector regulators, microfinance institutions, insurance companies, and other key stakeholders in the sector. Renowned Zambian female boxer Catherine Phiri attended the event as the 2026 sports feature guest, where she inspired female professionals to take an active interest in sports and fitness activities.

Special recognition goes to all the sponsors who contributed to the success of the event, including the Zambia Medical Association and Armsafety Cash Limited for providing on-site health services and security support, respectively, as well as the Zambia Red Cross for offering medical assistance throughout the day.

11/05/2026

01/05/2026

Happy International Labour Day!

28/04/2026

Happy Kenneth Kaunda Day!

23/04/2026

On Wednesday, 22nd April, 2026, the Bankers Association of Zambia, in partnership with S&P Global Ratings, successfully hosted the “Credit Lens on Zambia” Round Table Discussion at the InterContinental Hotel in Lusaka.
The event brought together key industry leaders and market players to explore Zambia’s credit outlook, macroeconomic prospects, and the critical role of capital markets in driving sustainable growth.
We were honoured to have opening remarks from Samira Mensah (S&P Global Ratings) and Mr Mwindwa Siakalima, Chairperson for the Bankers Association of Zambia, as well as a keynote address by Mr Nicholas Kabaso, the CEO for the Lusaka Securities Exchange.
Insightful discussions were led by various industry experts, including Hanns Spangenberg(S&P Global), Ravi Bhatia(S&P Global), Omega Collocott (S&P Global), Adnan Osman (S&P Global), Mutisunge Zulu(Zanaco), and Sylvia Mhlanga(S&P Global). The closing remarks were made by Yizaso Musonda (PIA) and Mr Leonard Mwanza, CEO of the Bankers Association of Zambia.
As Zambia continues on its path toward economic growth, engagements like these play a vital role in shaping informed, forward-looking dialogue across the financial sector.
Strengthening capital markets, enhancing transparency, and promoting investor confidence continue to be key to unlocking long-term economic development.
S&P Global

22/04/2026

The Bankers Association of Zambia would like to congratulate Mr Leonard Mwanza on his appointment as Chairperson of the Higher Education Loans Board by the Minister of Education, Hon. Douglas Syakalima, MP. We wish him every success as he takes on this important role in promoting the advancement of education financing in Zambia

20/04/2026

Last Friday, the Bankers Association of Zambia (BAZ) was honoured to make a submission to the Parliamentary Committee on National Economy, Trade and Labour Matters, providing input on several key Amendment Bills aimed at strengthening governance across critical sectors.