Bankers Association of Zambia

20/08/2026

EXECUTIVE INVITATION TO ALL CEOS/ DIRECTORS/BOARD MEMBERS/ EXCO MEMBERS/SENIOR MANAGERS/ BRANCH MANAGERS/ ALL DECISION MAKERS!

Position yourself at the forefront of banking and financial services transformation by joining industry leaders at the 2026 Banking & Finance Conference & Awards Gala Dinner.

Connect. Learn. Network. Celebrate Excellence.

📅 10th–11th September 2026
📍 Avani Victoria Falls Resort, Livingstone

Book your seat today and be part of Zambia's premier banking and finance industry event.

CONTACT:
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19/08/2026

BAZ PRESS STATEMENT
The Bankers Association of Zambia(BAZ) extends its heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Mr Hakainde Hichilema, on his re-election as President of the Republic of Zambia and to Her Honour, the Vice President, Mrs W.K Mutale Nalumango.

18/08/2026

06/08/2026

The Bankers Association of Zambia (BAZ) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Leonard Mwanza, was on the Money Matters programme on ZANIS TV, where he highlighted the growing adoption of digital payment systems in Zambia and their benefits to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.
Mr Mwanza explained that digital payment systems continue to enable money to be transferred conveniently and, in many cases, instantly.
He noted that Zambia had recorded significant growth in the use of digital payments, with mobile money emerging as a major driver of financial inclusion, particularly in hard-to-reach areas. He cited the significant volumes of transactions processed through mobile money, banking platforms, POS terminals and EFTs as evidence of the increasing acceptance of digital payment channels among Zambians.
Highlighting that digital payments provide businesses, particularly Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), with greater visibility of their cash flows and verifiable records of income. Mr Mwanza explained that such records could strengthen conversations between businesses and financial institutions when seeking working capital or other forms of financing. He encouraged businesses and individuals to embrace digital payment channels as Zambia continued moving towards a cash-light economy.
On digital security, Mr Mwanza stressed that users had an important role to play in protecting themselves from fraud by keeping PINs and authentication codes confidential and remaining vigilant when conducting transactions. He added that banks and other industry stakeholders continued investing in security systems and collaborating to mitigate emerging cyber threats.
In conclusion, Mr Mwanza encouraged Zambians to continue embracing digital payments, noting that the growing transaction volumes demonstrated that the country was already making significant progress towards a more digitally enabled financial ecosystem.

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03/08/2026

Happy Farmers' Day!
We celebrate the farmers whose hard work, dedication and resilience continue to feed our communities and contribute to Zambia’s economic growth.

31/07/2026

Join our Chief Executive Officer, Mr Leonard Mwanza, this morning as he joins industry experts for an engaging panel discussion hosted by the Zambia Institute for Policy Analysis and Research, at the Agricultural and Commercial Show Society of Zambia Grounds in Lusaka.
Topic: Mobilising Investment and Finance for MSMEs, Agribusiness and Industrial Growth
Time: 09:00 – 10:00 Hrs
Venue: ZACCI Offices, Showgrounds Lusaka

23/07/2026

The Bankers Association of Zambia (BAZ) held a high-level engagement with the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) to discuss opportunities for strengthening collaboration on tax administration and matters of mutual interest to the banking sector.
Speaking during the meeting, ZRA Commissioner General Mr Dingani Banda highlighted the importance of continued engagement between the Authority and the banking industry in supporting effective tax administration, enhancing compliance, and promoting efficient revenue collection.
BAZ Chairperson Mr Mwindwa Siakalima reaffirmed the Association's commitment to constructive dialogue with key stakeholders and underscored the importance of system integration between banks and ZRA, highlighting that such collaboration would help flag suspicious transactions and support investigations, including those involving cross border data access.
Contributing to the discussion, BAZ Deputy Chairperson - First National Bank Zambia Chief Executive Officer, Ms Kapumpa Chola emphasized the importance of effective information sharing within the regulatory framework, noting that closer collaboration between financial institutions and the ZRA can strengthen transparency and support compliance across the sector.
The meeting reflects BAZ's ongoing commitment to fostering meaningful partnerships with public sector institutions to promote a stable and well-coordinated financial sector that contributes to Zambia's economic development.

Photo credit: Zambia Revenue Authority(ZRA)

07/07/2026

Happy Unity Day!!

06/07/2026

Happy Heroes Day!!!