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CCPC PARTICIPATES IN THE CENTRAL PROVINCE AGRICULTURAL AND COMMERCIAL SHOW

2025-06-29

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), through its Kabwe Office, participated in the 52nd Central Province Agricultural and Commercial Show held under the theme “Adapting to Climate Change” held from 26th to 29th June 2025 in Kabwe District. During the show, CCPC engaged members of the public through interactive sessions, raising awareness about its mandate and its contribution to climate change adaptation. Further, CCPC used the opportunity to receive and record complaints from the public. While CCPC plays an indirect role in supporting climate resilience efforts through its core functions of promoting fair competition and protecting consumer rights in the green environment. Key areas in which CCPC contributes to climate adaptation include: - Promoting competition in green technologies; - ⁠Protecting consumers in emerging climate-related - markets; - ⁠Curbing anti-competitive behavior in climate-sensitive sectors, and - ⁠Collaborating with other regulatory bodies on environmental protection initiatives. CCPC's participation underscored the importance of cross-sectoral efforts in addressing the challenges posed by climate change, and reaffirmed CCPC’s commitment to ensuring that consumer welfare and fair market practices are safeguarded even in the face of environmental challenges.

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CCPC CONDUCTS TRAINING ON TRADE KINGS MANAGEMENT TO STRENGTHEN CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

2025-06-27

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) this morning 27th June 2025 conducted a compliance training session with Trade Kings Group Management focusing on key issues in competition law and consumer protection. The training aimed at deepening understanding of the Competition and Consumer Protection Act, with particular emphasis on: - Prohibited trade practices, including abuse of dominance - Merger notification obligations and procedures - Consumer protection obligations, including fair trading, product safety, and accurate advertising - The role of internal compliance programs in mitigating regulatory risk Trade Kings is a major player in Zambia’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, and this engagement reflects CCPC’s proactive approach in building partnerships with industry leaders to ensure that businesses not only thrive but do so ethically and responsibly. CCPC commends Trade Kings for opening their doors to this important training.

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CCPC PARTICIPATES IN CREATIVE INDUSTRIES BUSINESS SUMMIT 2025

2025-06-17

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), through the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry is participating in the three-day Creative Industries Business Summit (CIBS) 2025, taking place at the Mulungushi International Conference Center from 25th to 27th June 2025. The event graced by Hon. Brenda Tambatamba, Minister of Labour and Social Security on behalf of Her Honor the Vice President Ms. Mutale Nalumango, has attracted industry experts from across Africa, including Kanayo O Kanayo, Dr. Rozias Siatwambo, Minnie Dlamini, and Tony Umez, among others, who are sharing insights and expertise on driving business growth, innovation, and creativity on the African continent. The summit aims to bring together creatives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities within the creative sector. It offers a platform for businesses to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth in Africa’s creative industry by facilitating the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and best practices.

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ZICB PAYS A COURTESY CALL ON CCPC

2025-06-16

On 16th June 2025, the Zambia Industrial Commercial Bank (ZICB) paid a courtesy call on the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) to strengthen the work relationship and explore areas of collaboration. During the meeting, CCPC reaffirmed its commitment to ensure that it worked with players in the financial sector as ZICB in a bid to ensure that competition was promoted and the welfare of consumers of financial services was upheld in the economy. CCPC further urged the Bank to engage it whenever there was need for CCPC's guidance and intervention during the course of the Bank's operations. The engagement culminated in the common goal to serve the Zambian people through continued efforts to align activities in a manner that supports economic growth, financial inclusion, and a fair marketplace for all.

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