18th February, 2026 | Lusaka
The Kuomboka Ceremony has the potential to be a catalyst for significant economic growth and development in Zambia’s Western Province. Dr. Kelvin Kamayoyo, a Zambian economist and scholar, notes that this year’s ceremony theme, “Tukongote Wa Mwana Nongolo” or “Nature’s Urge Towards Unity in Action,” reaffirms the importance of water, life, and peace.
Scheduled for March 28th, 2026, the Kuomboka Traditional Ceremony’s theme is timely and underscores the need for accelerated economic development and nature conservation. The theme resonates with the local content and inclusive agenda, offering opportunities for broad-based economic impact and attracting investors in key sectors such as energy, tourism, agriculture, real estate (housing), technology, forestry, livestock, aquaculture, and logistics.
Undeniably, the Kuomboka Ceremony serves as a vital investment platform, fostering partnerships and joint ventures grounded in trust, diversity, and cultural heritage. Therefore, to maximize its economic potential, the 2026 Kuomboka Ceremony planning process could include the following activities:
- The inaugural Barotse Business Forum & Cultural Heritage Expo, focusing on “Peace & Unity: Essential for Investment and Rapid Economic Transformation”.
- A Kuomboka Networking Gala Dinner, highlighting “Promoting Tourism, Technology & Social Media Influencers”.
- An Exclusive Kuomboka Premium Boatcruise-CEOs’ Breakfast & TV Morning Interviews on the Zambezi River from Mulamba harbour in Mongu to Lealui, exploring “Opportunity Zones in Western Province”.
- Publication of a “Kuomboka Business & Investment Handbook” integrating business and investment opportunities.
- Development of a Barotse Royal Establishment database to track investment deals clinched during the Kuomboka Ceremony and facilitate their successful implementation.
Arguably, the Kuomboka Ceremony is a prestigious traditional event and a valuable economic platform, offering opportunities for investment and harnessing the province’s natural resources. Notwithstanding, by leveraging this traditional event, Western Province can accelerate socioeconomic transformation and prosperity for all.
Come one, come all! This year’s Kuomboka Ceremony is not an event to miss!
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