Zambia’s green innovators, this is your moment.

A new opportunity is about to launch—one designed to move green ideas from concept to real-world impact. Tomorrow, applications officially open for the FACE NDC Innovation Challenge: From Ideas to Impact, a programme created to support entrepreneurs and startups building solutions for a greener, more sustainable economy.

Led by BongoHive in partnership with United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), this challenge invites Zambian innovators who are ready to transform practical, environmentally responsible ideas into viable businesses.

Why This Challenge Matters

Zambia’s green growth agenda depends on locally driven solutions that combine sustainability with economic opportunity. The FACE NDC Innovation Challenge is not just a call for concepts—it is a structured pathway that helps innovators turn green ideas into scalable, market-ready ventures.

Participants will benefit from:

• Green learning and knowledge – Practical learning designed to help integrate sustainability principles into business models.

• Skills for green jobs and enterprises – Technical and entrepreneurial skills aligned with the evolving green economy.

• National contribution – Support Zambia’s national emissions reduction goals and broader green development priorities.

What to Expect

The programme will begin with pre-sprint activities, including introductory webinars that help applicants better understand the challenge and refine their green solutions.

Shortlisted teams will then progress into an intensive five-week sprint, featuring guided learning on sustainability and the green economy, mentorship from experts, and targeted capacity development to strengthen both impact and business readiness.

Who Should Apply

Applications are open to entrepreneurs, innovators, and teams in Zambia developing solutions across key sectors that support a greener future, including:

• Agriculture

• Forestry

• Energy, including renewable energy

If you have a green idea with the potential to create value, support sustainable development, and grow into a strong business, this challenge is for you.

The Countdown Is On

Applications open tomorrow. Refine your idea, prepare your application, and get ready to take your green solution from idea to impact.

The future of Zambia’s green economy starts with you.