Kalumbila Town is fast becoming one of Zambia’s most promising destinations for investment.
Located in North-Western Province and managed by the Kalumbila Town Development Corporation (KTDC), the town continues to develop from a mining community into a vibrant hub for manufacturing, logistics, and small enterprise development. With world-class infrastructure, strategic regional links, and business-friendly incentives, Kalumbila Town is positioning itself as a key player in Zambia’s new economic frontier.
Your questions on investing in Kalumbila Town’s MFEZ answered:
1. What makes Kalumbila Town attractive for investment?
Kalumbila is a purpose-built town designed with investors in mind. Its modern infrastructure, planned layout, and supportive local governance make it ideal for both large industries and small businesses. The KTDC’s integrated development approach ensures a balanced environment where people can live, work, and invest.
3. What is the Kalumbila Multi-Facility Economic Zone (MFEZ)?
The entire town operates as a Multi-Facility Economic Zone (MFEZ) — a first for Zambia. This means businesses can access serviced land, reliable utilities, and government-backed incentives in a fully planned urban environment.
4. What incentives are available to investors?
Investors in the MFEZ enjoy zero import duty on capital equipment, accelerated depreciation, and up to ten years of dividend tax exemption for export-oriented industries. These incentives are designed to lower start-up costs and encourage long-term growth.
5. Which sectors have the highest potential?
Key opportunities exist in manufacturing, logistics, agro-processing, construction materials, and mining services. With large mines nearby and strong transport links, Kalumbila is a natural base for industries that support regional supply chains.
6. What infrastructure supports business operations?
Kalumbila features tarred roads, a reliable power grid, solar street lighting, water systems, and a growing industrial park — the Kalumbila Industrial Park (KIP). The town also has an expanding airstrip, linking it to major commercial centres.
7. Are there opportunities for SMEs?
Absolutely. The KTDC Business Incubation Centre provides workspace, mentorship, and funding linkages for emerging entrepreneurs, helping small enterprises scale up and participate in the town’s growth.
8. Who manages investment facilitation?
The Kalumbila Town Development Corporation (KTDC) oversees town planning, infrastructure, and investor engagement. KTDC collaborates closely with the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) to simplify the registration and approval process for businesses.
9. How does Kalumbila differ from other Zambian towns?
Kalumbila was built to last. Unlike traditional mining towns, it has been designed for economic diversity and long-term sustainability — with modern housing, schools, healthcare, and green spaces integrated into its development plan.
10. How can interested investors get started?
Potential investors can visit our Facebook page as well as our website www.investktdc.org to explore available opportunities, download investment guides, and contact KTDC directly for tailored support, site tours, and partnership discussions.
Kalumbila Town is not just a fast growing investment destination, it is a model for how towns in Zambia can grow sustainably around opportunity. With strategic location, investor incentives, and a strong community foundation, it is proving that the future of Zambia’s economy can be both inclusive and industrial. And it is ready for investment today.