Zambia Joins Global Commemoration of UN@80: Celebrating Achievements, Shaping Tomorrow

This October, the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary—a momentous occasion that reflects and celebrates eight decades of global service. In Zambia, the UN Country Team will commemorate this milestone under the theme: “The UN in Zambia: Celebrating Achievements, Shaping Tomorrow.”

The commemoration will highlight the UN’s 61 years of partnership with Zambia, recognizing shared progress, lessons learned, and the collaborative efforts that have shaped the country’s development journey and the 2030 Agenda. It will also serve as a forward-looking platform to engage government, civil society, the private sector, academia, youth, and development partners in dialogue on the future of multilateral cooperation and Zambia’s development priorities.

The celebrations will culminate in a High-Level Stakeholder Dialogue 29 October 2025, under the sub-theme: “UN@80: Building Partnerships for a Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable Future.” This flagship event will foster interactive discussions that connect Zambia’s aspirations with the global vision outlined in the Pact for the Future.

Key Activities include an SDGs Run/Walk that will be held on 25 October 2025, starting at the Lusaka Showgrounds in support of the Sustainable Development Goal 3 on Good Health and Wellbeing. This public event will feature free health screenings for breast and prostate cancer, blood pressure, blood sugar, eye health, and dental hygiene. Attendees will also have the opportunity to donate blood, get tested for HIV, and receive information on HIV care and support.

A UN Careers Fair will run alongside the event, offering insights into employment opportunities within the UN system and guidance on application procedures.

“The UN Country Team is committed to delivering a high-impact commemoration that not only honours the past but also inspires future collaboration. Amid challenges, we have immense opportunities to make a difference for the people in Zambia and globally and will remain responsive, agile, and resilient in providing support,” said Ms. Beatrice Mutali, UN Resident Coordinator in Zambia.

Other Commemorative activities:

• Educational Outreach: Engagements with schools and universities to raise awareness of the UN’s legacy and the relevance of the SDGs.
• Social Media Campaign: A digital storytelling initiative using the hashtag #UN@80Zambia, featuring impact stories and future-focused messages.
• Exhibition titled “Faces of UN Zambia Support”, highlighting the UN’s contributions to peace, human development, humanitarian response, and institution-building.

Acknowledging Our Partners

The UN in Zambia extends its appreciation to the following institutions for their generous support and partnerships on UN Day 2025 activities:

1. Prudential Insurance
2. Syngenta
3. Zambia National Blood Transfusion Services
4. Cancer Diseases Hospital
5. Northern Opticians
6. South Point Hospitals
7. Care for Business (CFB) Medical Centre
8. Zambia Red Cross Society
9. Dazzling Dental Clinic
10. AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF)

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For more information, please contact:

Mark Maseko, National Information Officer

United Nations Information Centre (UNIC), Lusaka 

P: +260-211-228487 

E: masekom@un.org