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Building Peaceful & Economically Resilient Societies

IPES Zambia is a non-profit, public-interest institution advancing research, policy dialogue, professional development, & strategic partnerships that transform peace into opportunities for economic growth, stronger diplomatic relations, & sustainable development.

Peace Is More Than Stability. It Is an Economic Asset.

Peace creates the conditions for investment, trade, tourism, innovation, & international cooperation. IPES Zambia promotes the emerging field of Peace Economy through evidence-based research, executive learning, & strategic dialogue.

State Function: International Peace Marathon Zambia 2027

More than a sporting event, this flagship national initiative celebrates Zambia's enduring peace while promoting youth participation, tourism, investment, & international cooperation. Net proceeds support the public-interest programmes of IPES Zambia.

Turning Ideas into National & Global Impact

Our work spans research, professional training, policy advisory, public diplomacy & multi-stakeholder convening—bringing together Government, academia, development partners, business and citizens to advance peaceful & economically resilient societies

WHAT IS PEACE ECONOMY?

Peace Economy is an emerging field that explores how peace, stability & international cooperation create the conditions for investment, trade, tourism, innovation, & sustainable development.

At IPES Zambia, we generate knowledge, build capacity & convene strategic dialogue to help transform peace into lasting economic opportunities for Zambia, Africa & beyond.

About IPES

Why Our Work Matters

In an increasingly interconnected world, peace has become one of the most valuable drivers of economic resilience, investment confidence & sustainable development.

Our Work

IPES Zambia exists to help governments, businesses & communities understand, protect & leverage peace as a strategic human development asset.

Institutional Functions

Research. Learning & Executive Education. Policy Advisory. Events Convening

Peace-Economy Nexus

The Relationship is Deep, Two-Way. Economies Thrive in Peace. Peace is an Economic Asset. A Thriving Economy Enables Human Development, Enhancing Security.

FEATURED PROGRAMMES

Peace Economy Research Programme

Generating evidence-based insights to inform policy and institutional decision-making.

IPES Academy

We are dedicated in delivering Diplomatic Relations & Foreign Policy Professional Training programmes at micro and meso levels to influence macro peace and economic collaborations.

Policy Advisory & Dialogue

Supporting government, private sector and partners with policy analysis and strategic engagement.

Peace Leadership & Convening

Hosting national and international platforms for dialogue, cooperation and civic engagement.

What We Do

LATEST RESEARCH

Knowledge for Policy and Practice

Research

Annual Peace Economy Report

(Coming Soon)

Research

Policy Briefs and Working Papers

(Coming Soon)

Research

Foreign Policy & Diplomacy Insights

(Coming Soon)

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Event

International Peace Marathon Zambia 2026

10 May 2026

Lusaka, Zambia

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Event

Dialogue & Convening

June 2026

Lusaka, Zambia

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Professional Training Programmes

Certificate in Diplomatic Relations and Foreign Policy Analysis
Corporate Foreign Policy Designing and Practice
Peace Leadership and Strategic Engagement in Commercial Diplomacy
Monitoring and Evaluation for Policy and Development

Build skills. Advance your impact.

Academy

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Be part of a growing platform advancing peace, diplomacy and economic resilience.

We're Hiring!

Apply before: 29 May 2026

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PARTNERS

Government of the Republic of Zambia Government of the Republic of Zambia
CSR Network Zambia CSR Network Zambia
Public-Private Dialogue Forum Public-Private Dialogue Forum
Brand Zambia Brand Zambia
Vwaali Consultancy Vwaali Consultancy
Mytochondria Mytochondria
Government of the Republic of Zambia Government of the Republic of Zambia
CSR Network Zambia CSR Network Zambia
Public-Private Dialogue Forum Public-Private Dialogue Forum
Brand Zambia Brand Zambia
Vwaali Consultancy Vwaali Consultancy
Mytochondria Mytochondria