Today, as the world marks International Youth Day, Lizu Community Network joins millions across the globe in celebrating the energy, creativity, and resilience of young people. This year’s commemorations carry a deeper meaning for us, not only do we recognize the incredible potential of youth, but we also spotlight their role in driving progress toward […]

On 22nd November, 2024 in Chipata for Eastern Province, the Lizu Community Network, in partnership with Y-ACT Youth In Action, hosted an important Dialogue Meeting under the Tobacco Control Coalition to advocate for the swift enactment of the Zambia Tobacco Control Bill. The event brought together key stakeholders from the government, community, and CSOs, all

Excited to have participated in #Mozifest2024, which took place on November 20th-21st, 2024! The festival was an exciting and insightful gathering of thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers who came together to explore the future of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa. A Memorable Event for Tech Enthusiasts Across Africa Mozifest, hosted by Mozilla, brought

On 8th March, 2025, Activista Chipata, in partnership with Lizu Community Network and Young Development and Health Focus, successfully hosted a Public Debate featuring three aspiring mayoral candidates and one aspiring councilor. The event saw an impressive turnout of over 200 attendees, reflecting the community’s strong commitment to civic engagement and good governance. This debate provided a crucial

On 19th March, 2025, Lizu Community Network successfully hosted an Accountability Community Dialogue in Navutika compound, Kapata Ward, bringing together 120 community members for an engaging discussion on governance and accountability. The dialogue featured Councilor Johnstone Silungwe from Masupe Ward, who shared valuable insights on how citizens can hold civic leaders accountable and actively participate in decision-making processes. His contributions

On 3rd April, 2025, Lizu Community Network joined the rest of the country in protesting against defilement, standing in solidarity with communities demanding justice for survivors and stronger measures to combat the rampant increase of cases in Zambia. Our chants were loud and clear—we are calling for a constitutional amendment to stiffen the punishment of perpetrators and ensure

Lizu Community Network proudly celebrates the participation of our Team Lead, Misheck Cheleka, as a speaker at the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum 2025 (DRIF25), held at the Mulungushi Conference Centre in Lusaka, Zambia. Organized by Paradigm Initiative, this year’s DRIF carried the transformative theme: “Promoting Digital Ubuntu in Approaches to Technology.” It was a call to