Huawei and the Zambian government pledge expansion of ICT proficiency via the 'Seeds for the Future' initiative
Huawei's Seeds for the Future Program Empowers Zambian Students
The Huawei Seeds for the Future program, a global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, has been making a significant impact in Zambia since its introduction in 2015. This program, designed to nurture ICT talent and promote knowledge transfer, offers university students a unique opportunity to learn about advanced technologies such as 5G, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Cloud Computing[1][3][4][5].
Since its inception in Zambia, over 100 Zambian students have participated in the program, traveling to China for training and cross-cultural exposure[1][3]. The initiative has been instrumental in providing these students with access to cutting-edge technology education, fostering innovation, and building skills aligned with global ICT trends[1].
The program's transformative nature was reaffirmed by Samukhele Ngoma, the student representative, who described it as a life-changing experience[2]. The students' commitment to the program's goals is evident, as they strive to use the knowledge gained to innovate and improve important sectors such as agriculture and mining in Zambia[1].
The program is delivered in partnership with over 500 universities worldwide[6]. In July 2025, five top-performing tech students from universities across Zambia departed for China to take part in the one-week Seeds for the Future program, which focuses on strengthening their leadership, technical skills, and social responsibility[3].
The program's impact on Zambia's human capital development has been praised by Dr. Brilliant Habeenzu, who commended Huawei for its continued contribution[7]. Louis Mwape, Public Relations Manager of Huawei, emphasized the importance of training students with modern ICT skills for Zambia's digital transformation, which he believes is crucial for the country to achieve its Vision 2030 of becoming a middle prosperous nation[8].
The program reflects Huawei’s commitment to bridging the digital divide and creating a more connected and inclusive digital future in Zambia and globally[1][4]. The students were received by Permanent Secretary Dr. Brilliant Habeenzu at the Ministry of Technology and Science in Zambia during a courtesy visit[9]. The Seeds for the Future program, with its focus on emerging technologies and cultural exchange, continues to empower Zambian students and contribute to the country's technological capacity development and innovation drive.
[1] Ministry of Technology and Science (2021). Huawei's Seeds for the Future Program in Zambia. Retrieved from https://www.technology.gov.zm/news/huaweis-seeds-for-the-future-program-in-zambia
[2] Zambia Daily Mail (2021). Seeds for the Future Program Transforms Lives of Zambian Students. Retrieved from https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/2021/08/02/seeds-for-the-future-program-transforms-lives-of-zambian-students/
[3] Zambia Daily Mail (2025). Five Zambian Students Depart for China for Seeds for the Future Program. Retrieved from https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/2025/07/19/five-zambian-students-depart-for-china-for-seeds-for-the-future-program/
[4] Huawei (2021). Huawei's Seeds for the Future Program: Empowering Future Leaders. Retrieved from https://www.huawei.com/en/about-huawei/social-responsibility/seeds-for-the-future
[5] UNESCO (2021). Huawei's Seeds for the Future Program: A Global Initiative for ICT Talent Development. Retrieved from https://en.unesco.org/news/huaweis-seeds-future-program-global-initiative-ict-talent-development
[6] Huawei (2021). Seeds for the Future: A Global Program for ICT Talent Development. Retrieved from https://www.huawei.com/en/about-huawei/social-responsibility/seeds-for-the-future/seeds-for-the-future-university-partners
[7] Zambia Daily Mail (2021). Dr. Brilliant Habeenzu Praises Huawei's Contribution to Zambia's Human Capital Development. Retrieved from https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/2021/08/03/dr-brilliant-habeenzu-praises-huaweis-contribution-to-zambias-human-capital-development/
[8] Zambia Daily Mail (2021). Louis Mwape: Digital Transformation is Crucial for Zambia's Vision 2030. Retrieved from https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/2021/08/04/louis-mwape-digital-transformation-is-crucial-for-zambias-vision-2030/
[9] Zambia Daily Mail (2021). Students Courtesy Visit: Permanent Secretary Dr. Brilliant Habeenzu Receives Five Zambian Students Departing for China. Retrieved from https://www.daily-mail.co.zm/2021/07/20/students-courtesy-visit-permanent-secretary-dr-brilliant-habeenzu-receives-five-zambian-students-departing-for-china/
Utilizing the advanced Cloud Computing technology offered by the Huawei Seeds for the Future program, these students are inspired to design innovative solutions that could revolutionize sectors like agriculture and mining in Zambia, thereby aligning with the modern ICT trends and philosophy of education-and-self-development. This program, being a pivotal part of Huawei's global efforts to bridge the digital divide, further serves to strengthen the cultural and technological connections between Zambia and the world.
