Zambia Office

Norbert Weiss

Representative and Project Manager

Norbert Weiss joined the team in Zambia in October 2023, after having worked in International Cooperation for over 20 years, in Africa, Germany, and Southeast Asia. He holds a Master of Arts in Development Studies, a Bachelor’s Degree, and Dual Vocational Certificate, in Mechanical Engineering.

From 2000-2009 he worked for the bilateral German Cooperation as technical advisor in Uganda and Ethiopia, before he went on as program manager in Vietnam and Botswana until 2014, in the areas of MSME and skills development. In the Philippines he led the country portfolio for a private sector foundation from 2015, filling the post of CEO, from 2020-2023. Norbert Weiss has worked in different positions, from advisor to management level, gaining experience in successful implementation of economic development projects, with partners on a multi-level approach.

Edith Mawele Mabenga

Administrative and Compliance Officer

Edith Joined the team in 2022 as an administrative officer for the regional office. She moved to the position of Project officer for the Zambia Project responsible for Financial Literacy activities in collaboration with the Bank of Zambia and currently is a project officer responsible for administration and Compliance.

Prior to joining DSIK, Edith gained valuable experience in Operations, Finance, Business Development, Compliance at Ethans Suppliers, SME Finance, Risk and Credit at AB bank Zambia Ltd. Financial Education well as community engagements at Bank of Zambia, Under the Financial Sector Development unit.

Edith holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Financial Services, From the University of Zambia and a Diploma in Banking and Financial Services, among other skills, she is passionate about Financial Education.

Chambata Mbizule

Senior Project Officer

Chambata Eric Mbizule is a Project Officer who joined the German Sparkassenstiftung (DSIK) in January 2019. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance from the University of Lusaka and a Professional Diploma in Banking and Financial Services from the Zambia Institute of Banking and Financial Services.

Before joining the German Sparkassenstiftung (DSIK), Chambata Mbizule interned with the Bank of Zambia under the Financial Sector Development Unit (FSDU) and later joined the Zambia National Commercial Bank (ZANACO) where he worked for a year in the digital department with focus on Digital sales and migration. Among other skills, he is a trained Trainer of the DSIK Farmers Business Game Simulation.

Joseph Banda

Project Officer

Joseph Banda joined the team in June 2024 as a Project Officer, bringing with him a wealth of experience in Business Development, Strategic Stakeholder Management, Finance, Innovation, and Marketing. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and multiple certifications in fields such as Project Management, SME Development, and Business Analytics.

Joe has previously collaborated with us as a consultant for MENTORpreneur, playing an instrumental role in the formulation and success of the program. Prior to officially joining DSIK, he worked for KPMG as a Business Development and Marketing Associate. Additionally, Joe is an avid business consultant, providing expertise to businesses of various sizes and across multiple industries. 

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