No Digital Skills?
No Internet?
No Opportunity?
We help Zambian communities gain digital skills using offline-first technology — bridging the gap between rural Africa and the digital economy.
Our Mission
Information Is Currency
FICTA's mission is to provide ICT knowledge to Zambian communities by delivering basic IT infrastructure and training — giving the general public access to information. Our primary targets are youth and rural communities.
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“When communities have access to information, they have the power to build their own future.”
Using offline-first technology, FICTA ensures digital access is not gated by internet connectivity — reaching the communities that need it most.
What We Do
Our Programs
Seven initiatives designed to bridge Zambia's digital divide — from the classroom to the startup ecosystem.
Rural Digital Labs
Deliver ICT to rural community schools via internet cafes and refurbished donated PCs — creating local jobs in the process.
Urban IT Labs
Public IT labs in collaboration with government, subsidized access to expose urban youth to computer programming.
ICT Teaching
Source and deploy IT talent to teach in rural schools facing a scarcity of ICT educators — building lasting local capacity.
Startup Support
Identify rural startups and assist them in obtaining funding and training — turning digital knowledge into economic opportunity.
Financial Literacy
Teach youth financial responsibility through ICT — combining digital skills with economic empowerment for a better generation.
Telecom Advocacy
Persuade telecoms and banks to invest in rural infrastructure to improve mobile money transactions and business growth.
eWaste Reduction
Repurpose donated equipment to reduce eWaste while creating processing jobs in Zambia — sustainable tech with real impact.
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Programs & Growing
FICTA is continuously expanding its reach across Zambia. Join us in building Africa's digital future.
Impact Stories
Voices from the Community
“FICTA gave me the skills to start my own small tech business in my village. I never thought this was possible for someone from a rural area.”
Mwewa Kabwe
Youth participant, Eastern Province
“I never thought I'd use a computer. Now I help my entire school with admin work and teach basic ICT to the younger students.”
Grace Mulenga
Teacher, Northern Province
“The financial literacy training changed how I manage my savings. Combined with the digital skills, I now run a mobile money agent business.”
Joseph Banda
Community member, Lusaka
Simple Steps
How It Works
Three steps to begin your digital journey with FICTA.
Choose a Program
Browse our programs — from rural digital labs to startup support — and find the one that fits your goals.
Register
Sign up online or visit a FICTA location near you. Our team will guide you through onboarding.
Start Training
Access hands-on training, offline-first digital labs, and mentorship that gives you real, marketable ICT skills.
Ready to Bridge the Digital Divide?
Whether you want to donate equipment, teach, partner, or receive training — there's a place for you in the FICTA community.