Embassy of Ireland, Zambia

31/07/2026

The Embassy will be closed on Monday, 3 August 2026, in observance of the Farmer's Day public holiday. We will reopen on Tuesday, 4 August 2026.

If you require emergency consular assistance during this time, please contact +260950426248.

For more information on the 24/7 emergency service, please visit the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website: https://tinyurl.com/3hx7a7by

20/07/2026

FROM KABWE TO WATERFORD / IRELAND!

Huge congratulations to the Sables Shamrocks on an incredible run representing Zambia at the GAA World Games in Ireland!

The Team played brilliantly in all their matches and won the GAA World Games Division 3 competition, beating teams from Europe, Asia the US and South America . During the award ceremony the team were described as the most popular team of the 112 teams participating. Throughout the tournament the team impressed all involved in the games, and the Irish public through social and national media coverage with their levels of skill and fitness and their exemplary sportman-ship and engagement with all teams and supporters. They have represented Zambia exceptionally well on the global stage. Thanks to all who turned out to cheer them on and for all who contributed to their participation and huge success.

17/07/2026

Always proud to support Circus Zambia 🇿🇲 and the great work they do for young people and the arts. We’re so excited for the upcoming tour of Afronauts!🚀

16/07/2026

We extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of former Vice President Hon. Dr. Guy Scott. His life was defined by service to Zambia 🇿🇲 and a deep commitment to its people.

His contribution to strengthening democratic values remains part of his lasting legacy.

Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and all those mourning his loss. May he rest in peace.

15/07/2026

14/07/2026

We are all cheering for the Sables Shamrocks☘️ back in Lusaka! 🇿🇲🎉 a fantastic start to the competition!

14/07/2026

09/07/2026

Please join us in wishing the Sables Shamrocks ☘️from Kabwe, Zambia the absolute best of luck as they prepare to represent 🇿🇲 on the global stage 🌍 at upcoming GAA World Games in 🇮🇪!

You have already made both Zambia and Ireland incredibly proud! Go get 'em, team!🎉

02/07/2026

Applications from Namibia for the 2027-2028 Seán McBride Fellowship Programme are now open! 🇳🇦🇮🇪

The Seán McBride Fellowship Programme offers early-to-mid career professionals from Namibia the opportunity to undertake a fully funded Master’s level programme at a higher education institution in Ireland.

For Namibian applicants please visit the following link for more information: 🔗 Sean McBride Fellowship: https://tinyurl.com/4jphfzuy

Applications are by invitation only. For more details on the institutions which qualify, please contact the Embassy of Ireland in Zambia via 📧 [email protected]

02/07/2026

Applications from Zambia for the 2027-2028 Ireland Fellows Programme are now open! 🇿🇲🇮🇪 The Ireland Fellows Programme offers early-to-mid career professionals from Zambia the opportunity to undertake a fully funded Master’s level programme at a higher education institution in Ireland.

For Zambian applicants the following application streams are available:

🔗 Ireland-Africa Fellowship (IAFP): https://tinyurl.com/mv88n3fk

🔗 Frank Ferguson Fellowship: https://tinyurl.com/5n7bdkrm

Applications for the Frank Ferguson Fellowship are only open to members of the Engineering Institute of Zambia.

Applications are by invitation only. For more details on the institutions which qualify, please contact the Embassy of Ireland in Zambia via 📧 [email protected]