Who we are

Prospero is a mission-driven nonprofit organization committed to unlocking Zambia’s private sector potential by supporting SMEs and strengthening market systems.

Our Vission

Growth that works for everyone.
Driving inclusive and sustainable economic growth through innovation, investment, and empowerment.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

Turning ideas into sustainable impact.
Fostering sustainable transformation through technical assistance, innovative investment solutions and partnerships.

Core Values

Trust | Transparency | Resilience | Unity | Sustainability | Transformation
Our core values — Trust, Transparency, Resilience, Unity, Sustainability, and Transformation, guide everything we do to drive inclusive and lasting impact.

Our Strategy

We drive SME growth through two key pillars:

  • Innovation that modifies market structures and generates new prospects for MSME expansion.
  • A more robust ecosystem for impact investments that offers funding to support company expansion.

Our Approach

We back partners investing in sustainable, market-ready SMEs—built on the Five C’s:

  • Capital – Competitive resources
  • Capacity – Skills to grow
  • Connections – Market access
  • Compliance – Meeting standards
  • Culture – Growth mindset

Why Partner with Us

EMPOWERING SMEs

Fuel local business growth, create sustainable jobs, and strengthen Zambia’s private sector.

BUILDING RESILIENCE

Support women, youth, and green enterprises to drive innovation and community prosperity.

DRIVING IMPACT

Join us in unlocking capital, expanding markets, and scaling meaningful change.
Empowering businesses where it matters most

Driving Impact Across Zambia’s Key Growth Sectors

Food & Agriculture

Enhancing value chains, boosting market access, and promoting climate-smart production for local and export markets.

Industry & Manufacturing

Strengthening local production, driving innovation, and creating inclusive jobs through sustainable industrial growth.

Tourism & Biotrade

Supporting eco-friendly tourism and local enterprise development linked to Zambia’s natural assets and heritage.

Business Services

Empowering MSMEs through access to finance, advisory support, and rural enterprise initiatives that drive inclusive growth.

Carbon Market Development

Facilitating access to carbon finance and promoting green business models that protect the environment and create local wealth.

Investment Services

Linking SMEs with impact investors and building Zambia’s ecosystem for sustainable, inclusive private sector investment.

Empowering SMEs to Drive Jobs, Growth, and Economic Transformation in Zambia.

Driving Economic Transformation Through SMEs

Our IMPACT

We are committed to empowering SMEs as they are the engine that drive economic development, a stepping stone to industrialisation and a well spring of economic diversification for Zambia. The businesses account for 97% of all businesses in the country, contribute 70 % of GDP and 88% of employment, thereby signifying their importance in job creation, tax provision, and combating poverty.

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SME Success Stories

Real Entrepreneurs. Real Impact.

Discover how Prospero's support is transforming Zambian businesses like Akavango, Buchi Wami, and Panuka Enterprises - empowering them to scale, create jobs, and contribute to economic growth.
Voices of Impact

Entrepreneurs thriving through Prospero’s support

Recent Articles

Explore articles, updates, and success stories from Zambia’s vibrant SME landscape. Stay informed on how we’re driving inclusive growth and fostering innovation.
Empowering Growth. Enabling Impact.

Together, Let’s Grow Zambia

Join us in building a stronger Zambia by supporting businesses, unlocking opportunities, and driving sustainable development.