News
August 02, 2026
Chalimbana University Earns Second Award
Chalimbana University has proudly secured its second award at the 98th Agriculture and Commercial Show in Lusaka, further demonstrating the institution’s growing reputation for excellence, innovation and meaningful engagement with national development.
The University was recognised under the Best Youth Exhibit category, an achievement that highlights the creativity, skills and innovative ideas being nurtured among young people at the institution. The award reflects Chalimbana University’s commitment to providing students with opportunities to translate academic knowledge into practical solutions that can contribute to Zambia’s social and economic development.
The 98th Agriculture and Commercial Show is being held under the national theme “Fostering Trade and Investment.” Higher education institutions are participating in the event to demonstrate how education, research, innovation and entrepreneurship can support productive sectors of the economy. The Higher Education Authority noted that Chalimbana University is among the institutions exhibiting under its stand at the show.
The Best Youth Exhibit award is particularly significant because it places young people at the center of innovation and enterprise. Through its participation, Chalimbana University continues to showcase the potential of its students and the role of higher education in developing graduates who are equipped not only with academic qualifications but also with practical skills, creativity and an entrepreneurial mindset.
The recognition also adds to the University's achievements at this year's show, reinforcing its determination to maintain high standards in teaching, innovation, community engagement and institutional excellence.
As Zambia continues to emphasise investment, entrepreneurship and economic diversification, institutions such as Chalimbana University have an important role to play in preparing a skilled generation capable of contributing to these national priorities.
The University congratulates its students, academic and administrative staff, management and all those who contributed to the successful exhibition. The award is a collective achievement and a testament to the University's continued pursuit of excellence.
Chalimbana University's performance at the 98th Agriculture and Commercial Show is more than an award—it is a reflection of the potential of Zambia's youth and the transformative role of higher education in building the nation's future.
The University was recognised under the Best Youth Exhibit category, an achievement that highlights the creativity, skills and innovative ideas being nurtured among young people at the institution. The award reflects Chalimbana University’s commitment to providing students with opportunities to translate academic knowledge into practical solutions that can contribute to Zambia’s social and economic development.
The 98th Agriculture and Commercial Show is being held under the national theme “Fostering Trade and Investment.” Higher education institutions are participating in the event to demonstrate how education, research, innovation and entrepreneurship can support productive sectors of the economy. The Higher Education Authority noted that Chalimbana University is among the institutions exhibiting under its stand at the show.
The Best Youth Exhibit award is particularly significant because it places young people at the center of innovation and enterprise. Through its participation, Chalimbana University continues to showcase the potential of its students and the role of higher education in developing graduates who are equipped not only with academic qualifications but also with practical skills, creativity and an entrepreneurial mindset.
The recognition also adds to the University's achievements at this year's show, reinforcing its determination to maintain high standards in teaching, innovation, community engagement and institutional excellence.
As Zambia continues to emphasise investment, entrepreneurship and economic diversification, institutions such as Chalimbana University have an important role to play in preparing a skilled generation capable of contributing to these national priorities.
The University congratulates its students, academic and administrative staff, management and all those who contributed to the successful exhibition. The award is a collective achievement and a testament to the University's continued pursuit of excellence.
Chalimbana University's performance at the 98th Agriculture and Commercial Show is more than an award—it is a reflection of the potential of Zambia's youth and the transformative role of higher education in building the nation's future.