Defence Services Command and Staff College Zambia

10/08/2026

06/08/2026

DSCSC STUDENT OFFICERS UNDERTAKE STRATEGIC BORDER SECURITY STUDY TOUR

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Commandant Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC), Brigadier General Philemon Samatamba, led Student Officers of The Kamwala on a strategic study tour of the Kazungula One Stop Border Post (OSBP) in Southern Province. The visit formed part of the College's programme to enhance operational understanding of the nexus between national security, trade facilitation, tourism and economic development.

The delegation was received by Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) Acting Commissioner South, Mr Reuben Chipengi, accompanied by Kazungula Station Manager Wilson Banda, Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) Officer in Charge (OIC) Francis Phiri, INTERPOL OIC, John Chipili and Acting Deputy OIC Immigration, Paul Gumbo. Mr Chipengi commended the College's professionalism and the attachment to the importance of inter-agency collaboration in safeguarding national interests.

Through comprehensive briefings, Student Officers gained insight into the strategic role of the OSBP in facilitating legitimate cross-border commerce, promoting exports, protecting local industries and strengthening Zambia's position as a land-linked regional trade hub. They also observed border clearance procedures, including the processing of travellers through the Integrated Border Declaration Form (IBDF) system.

The tour exposed participants to advanced cargo scanning operations and data analysis at the Data Capture Centre, where they studied inspection procedures designed to detect illicit consignments and deter transnational crime. A live demonstration by the Drug Enforcement Commission showcased the operational capability of detector dogs in identifying and intercepting concealed prohibited items.

Brigadier General Samatamba extended appreciation to the host agencies for the professional engagement and valuable operational knowledge imparted to the Student Officers. He upheld the College's commitment to strengthening Civil-Military Cooperation and announced that the strategic border familiarisation programme will become an annual training activity.

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06/08/2026

"Let me tell you the secret, their beauty and success... never dropped from heaven, people created the wealth themselves. That is the secret, the secret lies in the hand and mind." - Dr Frederick Jacob Titus Chiluba

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04/08/2026

DSCSC PROUDLY RECEIVES CRACKING THE COG CODE FROM TANZANIA COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE

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Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) Directing Staff, Army Wing, Lieutenant Colonel Davies Lubemba, currently deployed as an Allied Directing Staff at the Tanzania Command and Staff College (CSC), reinforced his parent institution's professional military education resources by presenting copies of 'Cracking the COG Code' to The Kamwala library, edifying the enduring bond between allied appointments and the home unit.

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04/08/2026

DSCSC COMMANDANT LEADS STUDENT OFFICERS ON STRATEGIC STUDY TOUR OF SOUTHERN PROVINCE.

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The Commandant of the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC), Brigadier General Philemon Samatamba, led Student Officers of Course 28/2026 on an academic familiarisation tour of key national strategic industries in Southern Province.

The visit formed part of the College's curriculum under the theme, "Understanding the Interface Between Security and Economic Development Through Industrialisation, Tourism and Regional Trade."

The delegation visited Nakambala Sugar Estate and the Zambia National Service (ZNS) Monze Milling Plant to gain practical insights into the contribution of industrial production to national food security, economic resilience and overall national security.

Nakambala Sugar Estate, Stakeholder Relations Manager, Ms Caroline Simumba, welcomed the delegation and described the visit as an important opportunity for Student Officers to appreciate the critical role productive industries play in fostering sustainable development, strengthening economic stability and supporting national security objectives.

She observed that the study theme was timely, as contemporary security extends beyond territorial defence to encompass food security, industrial capacity and regional economic cooperation. Ms Simumba subsequently led the delegation to a comprehensive briefing covering estate operations, irrigation infrastructure, harvesting techniques, sugar manufacturing processes, value-added by-products, preservation systems, operational challenges and mitigation strategies.

Brigadier General Samatamba commended Ms Chihili and the management team for the informative engagement, noting that the visit had provided Student Officers with a broader appreciation of the strategic relationship between industrialisation, value addition, employment creation, trade and national resilience. He noted that exposure to critical national infrastructure remains an essential component of command and staff training, enabling future commanders to better understand how strategic industries contribute to economic security and national stability.

Meanwhile ZNS Monze Chief of Milling Plant, Brigadier General Kebby Mweene, received delegation of faculty and Student Officers where he stated that the Milling Plant demonstrates the expanding role of security institutions in advancing national development through agro-industrial production and food security initiatives.

During the visit, Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel O'Graduy presented an operational overview outlaying the plant's advanced milling technology, production systems and strategic significance within Zambia's food value chain. The delegation was thereafter conducted through key operational sections, including the weighbridge, grain receiving and offloading bay, cleaning section, laboratory, storage facilities, logistics control centre, processing plant, packaging lines, maize procurement systems, milling operations, as well as sales and marketing departments.

Brigadier General Mweene expressed confidence that the familiarisation tour would deepen the Student Officers' understanding of the interdependence between security, industrialisation, economic growth and regional integration. He further encouraged the participants to recognise the Zambia National Service's significant contribution to safeguarding national well-being through productive national development programmes.

In closing, Brigadier General Samatamba applauded Brigadier General Mweene and his personnel for their dedication to supporting Government's agenda of strengthening national food security and protecting strategic national assets. He restated that such academic engagements provide Student Officers with invaluable operational exposure, broaden their strategic outlook and reinforce their understanding of the role national institutions play in promoting sustainable development, resilience and national security.

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04/08/2026

"Hard work is the foundation of success, every member must remain committed, disciplined and focused on delivering excellence in everything we do" - Lieutenant General Engineer Mailiti Solochi II

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01/08/2026

ZAMBIA DEFENCE SERVICES COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE PARTICIPATES IN THE 19TH AFRICAN CONFERENCE OF COMMANDANTS CHIEF INSTRUCTORS’ WORKSHOP

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The Zambia Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) participated in the 19th African Conference of Commandants (ACoC) Chief Instructors’ Workshop, held at the Tanzania People’s Defence Forces (TPDF) Command and Staff College in Duluti, Arusha, Tanzania. Convened under the theme, “Enhancing Faculty Competence and Institutional Capacity in African Command and Staff Colleges,” the workshop brought together senior military educators from across the continent to strengthen professional military education and institutional collaboration.

The event was officially opened by the Commandant of the TPDF Command and Staff College, Major General Stephen Justice Mnkande. Proceedings were chaired by the host college’s Chief Instructor (CI), Colonel Jaffari Ramadhan Aristide.

Participating institutions included Command and Staff Colleges from Botswana, Burundi, Cameroon, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe and the host nation, Tanzania. The Zambia DSCSC delegation comprised the Chief Instructor Army Wing, Colonel Chrispin Muleya Munachilembe and Chief Instructor Air Wing, Colonel Masheke Mutemwa.

ACoC is founded on principles that promote cooperation among African Command and Staff Colleges through professional military education. Its objectives include benchmarking, curriculum development, sharing best practices, Directing Staff and student exchange programmes, as well as conducting joint training activities aimed at strengthening institutional capacity and regional interoperability.

As the technical and academic arm of ACoC, the Chief Instructors’ Workshop supports College Commandants by fostering collaboration among member institutions to produce highly trained, professionally competent and interoperable officers capable of contributing to peace, security and stability across Africa.

Deliberations centred on implementing directives issued during the ACoC Commandants’ Annual Conference held in Rwanda in November 2025 and the Troika Meeting convened in Tanzania in February 2026. These discussions resulted in a series of recommendations that will inform decisions at the forthcoming Commandants’ Annual Conference scheduled for November 2026 in Tanzania.

Among the key recommendations was the call to broaden membership by encouraging greater participation from additional African Command and Staff Colleges. This proposal aligns with the founding principles enshrined in the ACoC Constitution, recognising that wider institutional representation will enhance collaboration, strengthen collective capabilities and improve the continent’s ability to address evolving security challenges through shared knowledge and expertise.

The Zambia DSCSC restated its commitment to the objectives of the African Conference of Commandants and remains dedicated to supporting initiatives that advance professional military education, regional cooperation and the pursuit of lasting peace and security throughout Africa.

The workshop concluded with an official closing ceremony officiated by the Chief of Medical Services of the Tanzania People’s Defence Forces, Major General Amri Salim Mwami, who represented the Chief of Staff, TPDF.

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25/07/2026

DSCSC Strengthens Understanding of Industrialisation Through Strategic Engagement with Trade Kings Group of Companies

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The Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) conducted an educational visit to the Trade Kings Group of Companies as part of Course 28 of 2026 under the theme, "Understanding the Interface Between Security and Economic Development Through Industrialisation, Tourism and Regional Trade." The academic engagement was designed to enhance participants' appreciation of the strategic relationship between industrialisation, economic resilience and national security.

The delegation was led by the newly appointed DSCSC Commandant, Brigadier General Philemon Samatamba, accompanied by members of the Directing Staff and Student Officers. The visit formed part of the College's experiential learning programme, which integrates theoretical instruction with practical exposure to key sectors of the national economy.

Upon arrival, the delegation was received by Trade Kings Corporate Affairs Executive Director, Dr. Phil Daka, who stressed the intrinsic relationship between national security and sustainable economic growth. He observed that a secure environment provides the foundation for industrial expansion, investment, employment creation, and regional trade, thereby reinforcing national development objectives. Dr. Daka further commended the collaboration between DSCSC and Trade Kings as a valuable platform for strengthening mutual understanding between the defence sector and private industry.

During the visit, the delegation toured several production facilities, including the Soap Manufacturing Unit, Detergent Powder Plant, Plastics Manufacturing Unit, Plastic Finished Goods Warehouse, Household Products Unit, Detergent Production Line, Silicate and Ball Mill Factory, and the Boiler Plant. The comprehensive tour provided first-hand insight into modern manufacturing processes, quality assurance systems, value addition, and integrated industrial operations.

The Student Officers gained practical knowledge of how locally available raw materials are transformed into finished consumer products through advanced manufacturing techniques. The engagement highlighted the significance of domestic industrial capacity in promoting economic diversification, enhancing regional competitiveness, creating employment opportunities, and reducing reliance on imported goods. These factors collectively contribute to national resilience and strengthen the economic foundations that underpin national security.

The visit demonstrated how robust industrial infrastructure supports strategic national interests by sustaining production capabilities, expanding export potential, and reinforcing economic self-reliance. Such industrial growth was recognised as a critical component of comprehensive national power, complementing the defence sector's mandate of safeguarding sovereignty and maintaining national stability.

Brig Gen Samatamba expressed sincere appreciation to Dr. Phil Daka and the management of Trade Kings Group of Companies for their hospitality and the professionally coordinated programme. He noted that the interaction had significantly enriched the officers' understanding of the strategic contribution of industry to national development and broadened their perspective on the interconnected nature of economic strength and security.

In his closing remarks, the Commandant conveyed the College's gratitude to the Trade Kings management for facilitating the visit and sharing valuable insights into the company's operations and contribution to Zambia's industrialisation agenda. He emphasised that engagements of this nature are essential in preparing future military leaders to appreciate the strategic nexus between economic development, industrial capability, and national defence. He further observed that an informed understanding of national productive capacity enhances strategic planning and strengthens military appreciation of the broader elements of national power.

The academic tour reaffirmed the importance of sustained collaboration between professional military education institutions and the private sector in fostering a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between industrial development, economic prosperity, and national security. Such partnerships remain instrumental in supporting Zambia's aspirations for sustainable development, economic transformation, and long-term national resilience.

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19/07/2026

DSCSC COURSE NO. 28/2026 CONDUCTS FAMILIARISATION VISIT TO AIR DEFENCE COMMAND

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The Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) Course No. 28/2026 conducted a familiarisation visit to the Zambia Air Force (ZAF) Air Defence Command (ADC) and the Shantumbu Detachment. The engagement was designed to bridge theoretical instruction with operational application by exposing Student Officers to contemporary air defence capabilities and command-and-control systems.

The visit focused on enhancing participants' appreciation of integrated air defence operations, airspace surveillance, threat identification, target engagement procedures and the coordination mechanisms that underpin joint force employment. Through practical demonstrations and operational briefings, Student Officers gained valuable insights into the planning and ex*****on of air defence missions in support of national security objectives.

Representing the Air Officer Commanding (AOC) Air Defence Command, Brigadier General Michael Mukuka, Staff Officer Training, Colonel Nyirenda welcomed the DSCSC faculty and Student Officers, describing the engagement as a significant opportunity to strengthen professional military cooperation between the two institutions.

Colonel Nyirenda stated that opening the Command's facilities to the College reflected the Zambia Air Force's commitment to developing future operational commanders through practical exposure to frontline capabilities.

He explained that the familiarisation programme enabled participants to observe command-and-control architecture, operational procedures and the employment of specialised air defence assets, thereby reinforcing their understanding of how an integrated air defence contributes to safeguarding Zambia's territorial integrity and sovereign airspace.

He further encouraged the Student Officers to leverage the knowledge acquired during the visit to enhance their operational planning and decision-making competencies, while expressing optimism for sustained collaboration between the Air Defence Command and the Defence Services Command and Staff College.

Delivering the vote of thanks on behalf of the DSCSC Commandant, Brigadier General Marcellino Chiluba, the Chief Instructor (CI) Army Wing, Colonel Chripine Munachilemba, conveyed sincere appreciation to the AOC ADC, the Staff Officer Training and all personnel who facilitated the successful conduct of the programme.

Colonel Munachilemba commended the professionalism demonstrated throughout the briefings and live demonstrations, noting that the operational exposure had significantly enriched the College's academic programme.

He observed that the practical display of tactical procedures, force integration and equipment employment provided Student Officers with a clearer understanding of the doctrinal principles governing air defence operations and knowledge that will enhance their effectiveness in future command and staff appointments.

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19/07/2026

DEFENCE SERVICES COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE COMMANDANT OFFICIATES AFRICAN CULTURAL DAY CELEBRATIONS

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The Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) Commandant, Brigadier General Marcellino Chiluba, officiated the African Cultural Day celebrations held at The Kamwala, where Student Officers of Course No. 28/2026 showcased the rich cultural heritage of their respective nations under the theme, "Creating Cultural Diversity and Heritage to Strengthen Unity Beyond Borders."

The event brought together military professionals from across the continent in a vibrant display of African traditions through cultural attire, cuisine and customs, reflecting the College's commitment to strengthening regional cooperation, mutual understanding and military diplomacy.

The Guest of Honour, Brigadier General Chiluba noted that the occasion represented more than a cultural exhibition, describing it as a reflection of the participating nations' shared commitment to peace, security and regional stability. He observed that Africa's diverse cultural heritage remains a powerful unifying force that reinforces the continent's common identity despite its geographical and linguistic diversity.

"Beyond culture, the countries present here also share among other things, the common warm hospitality of other peoples, the beautiful sceneries, landscapes and wildlife, which have over time not only become major economic drivers but also a source of true African pride and identity," he stated.

The Commandant observed that traditional ceremonies conducted across the region are not merely symbolic gatherings but enduring platforms for preserving customs inherited from a common ancestry. Through traditional dress and indigenous cuisine, these celebrations continue to strengthen social cohesion and promote the values that bind African societies together.

Brigadier General Chiluba noted that the African Cultural Day is an integral component of the College training programme, popularly known as "YUKA KWENU," a Kaonde expression meaning "Know or Remember Your Roots." The exercise is designed to cultivate cultural awareness, reinforce respect for diversity and encourage appreciation of the unique traditions represented within the multinational student body.

This year's programme focused on enhancing the understanding of cultural diversity, promoting the protection of cultural expressions, encouraging sustainable preservation of heritage, fostering tolerance and mutual respect, sharing indigenous knowledge, and recognising traditional practices as vital instruments for safeguarding Africa's rich cultural legacy.

The Commandant also conveyed his sincere appreciation to the respective diplomatic missions represented at the ceremony for their unwavering support to the student officers and for honouring the College with their presence, reaffirming the enduring partnerships that continue to strengthen professional military education and regional cooperation.

The annual African Cultural Day remains one of the College's signature activities, demonstrating that while the participating nations are diverse in culture and tradition, they remain united by a common African heritage, shared values and an enduring commitment to peace, cooperation and collective security.

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