For U.S. Companies Entering Zambia

Get into the Zambian market without learning it the hard way.

Company registration, import compliance, a local operating partner, government and hospital relationships — most U.S. firms lose months and money figuring this out alone. We run all of it, through our Lusaka-based operating partner, Maverick Ventures.

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Lusaka

Your on-the-ground operating base, run by Maverick Ventures

SAM

U.S.-side entity registered for federal contract eligibility

One team

A single point of accountability across both ends of the corridor

Where U.S. Companies Get Stuck

The Zambian market rewards patience with paperwork. We've already spent it.

REGISTRATION

Company & investment registration

Setting up a compliant local presence — PACRA registration, ZDA investment licensing, tax registration — before you can legally trade or hold a contract.

CUSTOMS

Import clearance & duties

Zambia Revenue Authority customs procedures, tariff classification, and clearance delays that can strand a shipment for weeks without local handling.

RELATIONSHIPS

Government & institutional access

Tender processes and procurement relationships with ministries, hospital networks, and parastatals are built over years, not over a first visit.

LOGISTICS

Last-mile distribution

Getting goods from the port or airport to site — across Zambia's road networks and into remote or regional locations — without a warehousing and transport partner already in place.

How It Works

From first call to first delivery.

Scoping consultation

We start with your goal — a government tender, a hospital supply contract, a distribution footprint — and map what's actually required to execute it in Zambia.

Entity & compliance setup

We coordinate PACRA and ZDA registration, tax compliance, and any sector-specific licensing needed to operate legally in-country.

Sourcing & export from the U.S. side

Tafika Group handles procurement, export documentation, and compliance from our SAM-registered U.S. entity.

Customs, clearance & distribution

Maverick Ventures manages import clearance through Zambia Revenue Authority and moves goods to their final destination, anywhere in-country.

Ongoing local representation

We stay engaged as your local point of contact for government, healthcare, or institutional relationships — so this isn't a one-time handoff.

What's Included

One relationship, both ends of the corridor covered.

Market entry strategy

Assessment of the fastest compliant path to trade or contract in your sector.

Registration & licensing

PACRA, ZDA, and sector-specific compliance handled on your behalf.

Import & customs management

End-to-end clearance through Zambia Revenue Authority.

Warehousing & distribution

In-country storage and last-mile delivery through Tafika Logistics.

Government & institutional access

Introductions and relationship management with relevant departments and buyers.

Ongoing local representation

A standing point of contact in Lusaka for as long as you operate in Zambia.

Who This Is For

Built for companies who are serious about Zambia, not just curious about it.

Government contractors

U.S. firms pursuing a specific tender or agency relationship in Zambia and needing a compliant local execution partner.

Healthcare suppliers

Medical equipment, technology, and consumables companies looking to supply Zambian hospital networks.

Distributors & manufacturers

Companies in mining, agriculture, energy, or education looking to establish a distribution footprint in Zambia.

Common Questions

Before you reach out.

Do I need to set up a Zambian company to do business there?

It depends on the nature of the work — some contracts and import activity require a locally registered entity, others can be structured through a local partner. We'll tell you which applies during the scoping consultation.

How long does market entry typically take?

Timelines vary by sector and whether new registration is required. A scoping consultation gives you a realistic timeline for your specific goal before you commit to anything.

Can you help with a specific government tender or hospital contract?

Yes — this is a core part of what we do. Bring us the opportunity and we'll assess fit, compliance requirements, and execution path.

Do you only work with large companies?

No. We work with companies at the size where a Zambia relationship makes sense for their sector — from first-time exporters to established government contractors.

Let's find out what entering Zambia actually takes for your company.

A short consultation tells you the real path, timeline, and requirements — no obligation.

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