Driving Positive Change in Zambia

Zanaco remains at the forefront of sustainable banking, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its core operations to drive long-term value creation for all stakeholders. Through targeted initiatives, Zanaco actively supports Zambia’s economic growth, community development, and environmental sustainability.

Environmental Impact

  • 558,553 Trees Planted 🌱 – Under the Zanaco Plant A Million Campaign, in partnership with One Acre Fund, the bank contributed to large-scale afforestation, with 520,000 Musangu trees planted in the Central Province.
  • Renewable Energy Investments 🔆 – Solar power solutions installed at 70 ATMs and 16 branches, ensuring sustainable banking operations during Zambia’s energy crisis.
  • Green Financing 💰 – Zanaco supports climate-smart agriculture and renewable energy projects,
    hosting the inaugural Zanaco Climate Finance Symposium to expand access to climate financing.

Social Responsibility

  • Community Development 🏥 – A ZMW 17.6 million investment in social projects, including education,
    healthcare, and disaster relief.
  • Education & Financial Inclusion 📚 – Donated 272 school shoes and 50 bicycles to support
    young learners in underserved communities.
  • Health Support 💉 – Contributions to the Ministry of Health during the Cholera pandemic
    and funding for national health research.

Governance & Ethical Leadership

  • Diversity & Inclusion 👩‍💼 – Maintained gender balance at 46% female and 54% male among permanent employees.
  • Corporate Governance Excellence 📜 – Aligning with Bank of Zambia Corporate Governance Directives
    and LuSE regulations, ensuring transparency and ethical leadership.
  • Sustainability Training 📚 – Over 1,541 sustainability learning hours completed across the bank, surpassing the annual target.

Latest Report

For a comprehensive overview of Zanaco’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, please refer to our most recent annual report.

  • Zanaco Integrated Report 2024