Prospero

📢 Upcoming Webinar: A Shift from 'Smokescreen' Tactics Towards Genuine, Contextually Grounded Funding Solutions Join Prospero CEO, Ms Mutumboi Mundia and Panuka Enterprise Limited Founder, Mr Bruno Mweemba as they discuss A Shift from 'Smokescreen' Tactics Towards Genuine, Contextually Grounded Funding Solutions. A critical conversation that will delve into reshaping SME funding approaches, moving beyond superficial strategies to embrace authentic, context-sensitive solutions. This session will explore actionable insights for funders and SMEs to establish trust-based, sustainable financial partnerships that genuinely address the specific challenges and opportunities within the SME sector. This is also a close-out session for our first Cohort Capacity Building Training, which commenced on 4th August and concluded on 17th October 2024. Date: 1st November 2024 Time: 14:30 (Online) Register here to participate https://bit.ly/4dwRK49

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Prospero’s Commitment to Agricultural Growth and Innovation through Cluster Farming. For years, Prospero has been dedicated to fostering growth in Zambia's agriculture sector by building a consortium of partners to drive progress across the value chain. Through meaningful collaborations, we have sought to bridge gaps and enhance sustainability in farming practices, ensuring that smallholder and emerging farmers can thrive alongside commercial enterprises. This year, we launched the Coordinated Cluster Farming Pilot Project, an initiative aimed at improving collaboration, skills development, and yields for farmers. The project is designed to bridge the knowledge gap between commercial and emerging farms, promoting sustainable agricultural practices that uplift entire farming communities. This innovative approach is set to revolutionize how small-scale and emerging farmers operate, with a strong focus on treating farming as a viable business. At the heart of the Cluster Farming Pilot lies the initiative to harness successful small scale farming, showcasing a sustainable financing mechanism that leverages innovative financial instruments. This model seeks to empower farmers by providing them with the tools and knowledge necessary to optimize their output and profitability while ensuring environmental sustainability. In light of this commitment, Prospero is thrilled to celebrate a significant milestone—the recent signing of the $491 million Zambia Farm-to-Market Compact by CEO Alice Albright. This Compact, part of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), marks an expansion of MCC’s investments in Zambia to over $800 million. The investments span various sectors, including water, sanitation, drainage, agriculture, and agro-processing. The Compact’s primary focus on enhancing the agricultural sector and promoting inclusive economic opportunities aligns perfectly with Prospero’s mission. The MCC initiative supports Zambia’s agricultural infrastructure, enabling smallholder farmers to access markets more efficiently and sustainably, further advancing Zambia’s agro-processing sector. Today, Prospero is proud to bring this pilot to life. With a pipeline of five game-changing clusters, we are poised to demonstrate the power of coordinated efforts in transforming the agricultural landscape. The MCC Compact further strengthens our position as a leader in agricultural innovation and sustainable growth. As we embark on this journey, Prospero remains open to collaboration with all stakeholders who share our vision. Together, we aim to create a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable agricultural sector that works for everyone—from smallholder farmers to large-scale agribusinesses. We invite partners to join us in this effort to make agriculture work for Zambia’s future. Photo credit: Millenium Challenge Corporation

Happening Now: Risk Management Training with FNB Zambia For SME looking to gain knowledge and confidence necessary to evaluate, rate and reduce risks, enhancing adherence to legal and regulatory obligations. Date: 17th October 2024. Time: 10:30am -12:00pm Join here: https://bit.ly/4f7VucU We look forward to your participation!

In partnership with FNB Zambia, Prospero is excited to host a Risk Management Training! Are you an SME looking to gain knowledge and confidence necessary to evaluate, rate and reduce risks? Do you want to enhance your adherence to legal and regulatory obligations? This Risk Management Training will equip you with the tools and knowledge to lessen the possibility and consequences of penalties, legal actions and reputational damage within your organization. Date: 17th October 2024. Time: 10:30am -12:00pm Register here: https://bit.ly/4dwRK49 We look forward to your participation!

Join Our Safeguarding, Risk Assessment, and Management Guideline Training! Are you an SME looking to incorporate or enhance safeguarding in your company? Do you want to enhance your skills in identifying, assessing, and managing risks effectively? This Safeguarding, Risk Assessment, and Management Guideline Training will equip you with the tools and knowledge to ensure the highest standards of safety and risk management within your organization. Date: 16 October 2024. Time: 10:30am -12:00pm Register today and secure your spot https://bit.ly/4dwRK49 We look forward to your participation!

Zambia Mining and Investment Insaka We’re still at Mining Insaka which is taking place at the Mulungushi International Conference Centre. If you haven't visited the Prospero Stand yet, we invite you to stop by and discover how we're empowering SMEs to become key suppliers of goods and services to the mining sector in Zambia and the broader region. We look forward to connecting with you! #MiningIndaba #Zambia #LocalContent

Join us for the Financial Management Training for SMEs! Happening tomorrow, 10th October 2024, starting at 10:00hrs. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights into financial management, equipping your business with the tools needed to grow and thrive. Register today and secure your spot https://bit.ly/4dwRK49 We look forward to your participation!

Highlights from today's Pitch Session with feedback facilitated by Avencion and Zambia Business Angels Network Entrepreneurs showcased their innovative ideas and business solutions, receiving expert guidance and insights to refine their pitches. This collaborative platform is driving the next generation of #ZambianStartups toward growth and success. #2024ZIIS #PitchSession #StartupSuccess #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #ZambiaBusiness #SMEGrowth #InvestorReady #ZBAN #Avencion #FutureOfBusiness

#2024ZIIS Plenary Hall discussion in collaboration with the Pensions and Insurance Authority : Harnessing Pension Funds and Insurance for Sustainable Impact