Our Mandate

Advocating for students. Shaping the nation.

NACOSU is the apex student organisation of Zambia. We represent the interests of students from all higher learning institutions — driving student welfare, policy advocacy, and youth participation in governance.

Student Welfare

Advocating for free education, meal allowances, sanitary pad distribution, and campus safety across all member institutions.

Policy Advocacy

Pushing for constitutional reform, legal entrenchment of education rights, and stronger youth representation in national governance.

Leadership & Enterprise

Equipping students with entrepreneurial and leadership skills through strategic partnerships including our MoU with JCI Zambia.

Our Work

What we've achieved.

1

Presidential Engagement

Met with President Hakainde Hichilema on student welfare and invited him to a Lusaka meet-and-greet ahead of the 2026 general elections.

2

JCI Zambia Partnership

Signed an MoU to equip students with entrepreneurial and leadership skills, positioning them for meaningful participation in national affairs.

3

Constitutional Advocacy

Called on Parliament to fast-track the Constitution of Zambia (Amendment) Bill No. 7 of 2025, strengthening youth participation in governance.

4

Free Education Push

Renewed calls for the formal legalisation of free education to ensure long-term protection and equal access for all students.

5

Voter Registration

Urged students across the country to register as voters for the 2026 general elections, emphasizing youth civic participation.

6

Campus Safety

Publicly condemned attacks on female students and engaged government on security responses at affected institutions.

Learn about our leadership.

Meet the elected officials driving NACOSU's national agenda.

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