2026 NATIONAL STRATEGY CONFERENCE
Theme: “Consolidating Economic and Social Gains Towards a Prosperous, Resilient and Equitable Zambia”
Introduction
The Zambia Institute for Strategic Management (ZISM) proudly presents its Annual Strategy Conference for 2026, under the theme “Consolidating Economic and Social Gains Towards a Prosperous, Resilient and Equitable Zambia.”
The theme—anchored on the 2026 National Budget—underscores the urgency of building on economic and social progress while strengthening Zambia’s resilience, equity, and prosperity. The conference will provide a platform for participants to explore how strategic management principles can drive sustainable transformation across public, private, and social sectors.
In addition to the main conference, a pre-conference training session will equip participants with advanced skills in strategy execution and monitoring frameworks, while ZISM’s commitment to corporate social responsibility will once again feature a tree planting activity, contributing to the government’s greening and sustainability agenda.
Expected Outcomes
- Gain practical insights into how to consolidate Zambia’s economic and social progress.
- Learn approaches for embedding resilience and inclusivity into organisational and national strategies.
- Appreciate the role of strategic management in digital transformation, climate resilience, and equitable development.
- Access networking opportunities with key decision-makers across sectors.
- Be empowered with tools to strengthen strategy execution and monitoring in their institutions.
Topics and Speakers
- Pre-Conference Training – Morning Session
- Strengthening Strategy Execution and Monitoring: Developing Smart Frameworks and KPIs – Training by ZISM
- Conference Topics – Suggested Plenary Themes for 2026
- Consolidating Economic Gains: Strategic leadership for macroeconomic stability and industrial growth.
- Resilient Systems and Institutions: Building adaptive strategies in uncertain times.
- Inclusive Prosperity: Leveraging strategic management for SME growth, youth employment, and gender equity.
- Climate Strategy & Sustainability: Aligning corporate and national strategies with Zambia’s green transition.
- Digital Future: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, and Cybersecurity for strategic advantage.
- Financing Development: Innovative financing models and public-private partnerships for resilience.
- Governance & Integrity: Strengthening accountability and ethical leadership in strategic management.
