- 6th - 7th November 2025
- ECL Convention Center, Garden Court Hotel, Kitwe
Innovation &
Technology Summit
Kopala 2025
Why You Should Join The Event
Connect. Innovate. Invest
The Innovation & Technology Summit – Kopala (ITS-Kopala) is a regional extension of the Innovation & Technology Summit Zambia (ITS-Zed). It is envisioned to bring together key partners and stakeholders in Zambia’s startup and innovation ecosystem, including the public and private sectors, startups, investors (angel investors, venture capitalists, impact investors, stock markets, financial services providers), academia, and development partners.
By anchoring the summit in the Copperbelt (“Kopala”), ITS-Kopala ensures inclusivity by extending innovation opportunities beyond Lusaka.
Why You Should Join The Event
Connect. Innovate. Invest
The Innovation & Technology Summit – Kopala (ITS-Kopala) is a regional extension of the Innovation & Technology Summit Zambia (ITS-Zed). It is envisioned to bring together key partners and stakeholders in Zambia’s startup and innovation ecosystem, including the public and private sectors, startups, investors (angel investors, venture capitalists, impact investors, stock markets, financial services providers), academia, and development partners.
By anchoring the summit in the Copperbelt (“Kopala”), ITS-Kopala ensures inclusivity by extending innovation opportunities beyond Lusaka.
Who Is
Coming?
The Innovation & Technology Summit – Kopala (ITS-Kopala) 2025 is a platform designed to spark collaboration, innovation, and investment in Zambia’s digital future. The event serves as a meeting point for ideas, opportunities, and solutions that drive growth across industries. With a focus on knowledge sharing, partnership building, and showcasing emerging talent, ITS KOPALA 2025 is where technology, creativity, and enterprise come together to shape what’s next.
Public & Private Sector Leaders
Startups & Entrepreneurs
Angel, Venture Capital, and Impact Investors
Financial Institutions & Stock Market Players
Universities & Research Institutions
Hubs, Accelerators & Development Partners
Who Is
Coming?
The Innovation & Technology Summit – Kopala (ITS-Kopala) 2025 is a platform designed to spark collaboration, innovation, and investment in Zambia’s digital future. The event serves as a meeting point for ideas, opportunities, and solutions that drive growth across industries. With a focus on knowledge sharing, partnership building, and showcasing emerging talent, ITS KOPALA 2025 is where technology, creativity, and enterprise come together to shape what’s next.
Public & Private Sector Leaders
Startups & Entrepreneurs
Angel, Venture Capital, and Impact Investors
Financial Institutions & Stock Market Players
Universities & Research Institutions
Hubs, Accelerators & Development Partners
Why Attend?
• Network with innovators, investors, and decision-makers.
• Explore startup showcases and breakthrough technologies.
• Participate in masterclasses, panels, and policy discussions.
• Access opportunities for funding, partnerships, and growth.
The Programme
- 07:30hrs - 09:00hrs
- 09:00hrs - 10:00hrs
- 10:00hrs - 11:00hrs
- 11:00hrs - 13:00hrs
- 13:00hrs - 14:00hrs
- 14:00hrs - 15:00hrs
- 15:00hrs - 16:00hrs
- 16:00hrs - 17:00hrs
- Registration and Tour of Stands
- ITS-Kopala platform and its importance in the ecosystem.
- Mining technologies in the 21st Centuary
- Official Opening of ITS-Kopala by Minister of Technology and Science, Hon. Felix Mutati, MP.
- Lunch Break
Hall 1
Hall 2
- ZBAN/ICCA Pitches
- Liquid Technologies Master Class
- ABSA Master Class
- GREENTech4CE Project Bootcamp
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- Zanaco/NTBC/Bongohive Ideation and HCD Masterclass
- 08:00hrs - 09:00hrs
- 09:00hrs - 10:00hrs
- 10:00hrs - 11:00hrs
- 11:00hrs - 12:00hrs
- 12:00hrs - 13:00hrs
- 13:00hrs - 14:00hrs
- 14:00hrs - 16:00hrs
- 16:00hrs - 19:00hrs
- Exhibitions
Banquete Hall 1
Banquete Hall 2
- Panel Discussion - Technology Opportunities in Geological Explorations
- Panel Discussion - Technology Opportunities in community and engagements - Circular economy, Energy, Fintech and Agritech
- Panel Discussion - Mentoring and Enabling Zambia's Tech Startups in the Mining Sector
- Fire Side Chat - Catalysing Startup's Growth
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- The Deal Room
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- The Customer and Enablers Platform
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- Lunch Break
- Exhibitions
- Gala
Hon. Felix Mutati
- 06 November 2025
- 11:00hrs - 13:00hrs
MINISTER ADDRESS | OFFICIAL OPENING
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Muyandwa Muyandwa
- 08 November 2025
- 08:00hrs
DIRECTOR GENERAL SPEACH, NAPSA
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Event Speakers
Hon. Felix Mutati
Minister of Tech and Science
H.E. Ms. Saana Halinen
Ambassador of Finland to Zambia
Dr. James Wakiaga
UNDP Resident Representative in Zambia
Ernest Alexander Muwamba
Team Leader Self Help Africa
Dr. Henry Kambafwile
Executive Director - CEO NISIR
Eng. Dr. Brilliant Habeenzu
Permanent Secretary Ministry of Technology & Science
Sokwani Chilembo
Chamber of Mines CEO
Mr Shast H. N'gandu
Director, National Technology Business Centre.
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