Research, Innovation, and Impact for a Sustainable Zambia

Our Strategic Research Pillars

Four focus areas guide our research agenda, partnerships, and long-term development outcomes.

Meet the farmers, students, and innovators whose lives are being transformed through ZRDC’s initiatives.

1,800+

research papers published

200+

innovators mentored through our Innovation Hub

1,250+

farmers reached with climate-resilient projects

10,000+

scholarships awarded to students, with a focus on women and youth

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ICU TRAINS AND CERTIFIES ARTISANAL AND SMALL-SCALE MINERS
January 17, 2026 Education

ICU TRAINS AND CERTIFIES ARTISANAL AND SMALL-SCALE MINERS

ICU, in partnership with ZRDC, has certified a group of artisanal and small-scale miners following specialised training focused on safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

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ICU Honors Prof. Inga Koryagina for Excellence in Research and Dedication
December 20, 2025

ICU Honors Prof. Inga Koryagina for Excellence in Research and Dedication

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ZRDC Calls for Africa to Lead in Knowledge Creation Through Indigenous Research
December 17, 2025

ZRDC Calls for Africa to Lead in Knowledge Creation Through Indigenous Research

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ZRDC Board Chair Dr. Richard Silumbe Calls For Mining-led Power Generation At Zimzam 2025 Summit
November 27, 2025

ZRDC Board Chair Dr. Richard Silumbe Calls For Mining-led Power Generation At Zimzam 2025 Summit

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Development Finance Institutions Emerge as Africa’s Engines of Economic Renewal
October 21, 2025

Development Finance Institutions Emerge as Africa’s Engines of Economic Renewal

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