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Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies It was renamed "College Hotel" and was turned into a Hotel school.

The Zambia Institute For Tourism & Hospitality Studies began as the department of Hotel, Catering and Tourism studies of the Evelyn Hone College of Applied Arts and Commerce in 1964. In 1971, the Government of the Republic of Zambia, bought a small hotel called "Victoria Hotel" situated along Church Road within the greater city of Lusaka. At this initial stage, the college Hotel was under the auspices of the Ministry of Higher Education. Later, in January 1989 it was renamed "Fairview Hotel" and was transferred from the Ministry of Higher Education to the Ministry of Tourism under the management of National Hotels Development Corporation (N.H.D.C). Since 1989, after the dissolution of N.H.D.C the college become autonomous and had since been under the management of Board of Directors appointed by the Minister of Tourism. The latest changes in management also resulted in the change of the college's name to "Hotel and Tourism Training Institute Trust" (H.T.T.I.T). HTTIT is a grade one rated training institution by TEVETA because of its renowned quality and relevant programmes which are tailored to meet the needs of the tourism and hospitality industry.

29/10/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, HONOURABLE MINISTER

The Management and Staff of the Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) warmly congratulate Honourable Princess Kasune on her appointment as Minister of Tourism by His Excellency, President Hakainde Hichilema.

Achieving the Grow Zambia agenda requires the collective effort of all stakeholders. ZITHS looks forward to working under your leadership towards the goal of attracting five million tourists by 2031. We are committed to strengthening destination readiness by developing a skilled, service-ready workforce that delivers world-class visitor experiences.

We wish you every success in your new role.

26/10/2026

ZITHS STUDENTS PRESENT TROPHIES TO MANAGEMENT

The Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) is proud to recognise the participation and achievements of its students at the 2026 Independence Tournament held in Chipata, Eastern Province.

Today, the students presented the trophies they won during the tournament to ZITHS Management, in a moment that celebrated their dedication, teamwork, sportsmanship and commitment to excellence beyond the classroom.

The presentation provided an opportunity for the students to share their achievements with Management and showcase the talent, determination and competitive spirit they demonstrated while representing the institution.

ZITHS recognises that education extends beyond academic excellence. Participation in sporting activities plays an important role in developing discipline, leadership, teamwork, resilience and a strong sense of institutional pride among students.

The Institute congratulates the students for representing ZITHS with distinction and for bringing home trophies that reflect their hard work and determination. Their achievement is a source of pride for the entire ZITHS community and an inspiration to fellow students.

Congratulations to our students! Your achievement reflects the spirit of excellence, teamwork and determination that ZITHS continues to promote.

24/10/2026

🎉 HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY, ZAMBIA! 🇿🇲

Today, we celebrate freedom, resilience, and the warm spirit that defines our great nation.

The Management, Staff, and Students of the Zambia Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) wish all Zambians at home and abroad a joyous and meaningful Independence Day!

As we reflect on our journey of sovereignty and peace, we reaffirm our dedication to showcasing the finest in Zambian warmth, culture, and hospitality to the world.

Let us celebrate unity, strength, and progress together.

🕊️ One Zambia, One Nation.

05/10/2026

🎓 HAPPY TEACHERS’ DAY! 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫

Today, the Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) celebrates and appreciates all teachers for their dedication, passion and unwavering commitment to shaping minds, building character and inspiring future generations.

Your knowledge, guidance and sacrifice continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of learners and in the development of a skilled workforce for Zambia’s tourism and hospitality industry.

Thank you for educating, inspiring and transforming lives. 💙💛

02/10/2026

🌍 ZITHS AT THE AFRICA MICE SUMMIT 2026! 🇿🇲🇰🇪

The Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) is proud to be represented by Mrs. Anne Kaoma Sibanda, Executive Director of ZITHS, who is attending the Africa MICE Summit 2026 in Mombasa, Kenya, taking place on 1–2 October 2026 at the Tembo International Convention Centre.

Mrs. Sibanda is participating in Session 10: People as the Powerhouse of MICE — Talent, Leadership & Skills, which focuses on the importance of education, skills development, innovation and leadership in strengthening Africa’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry.

Her participation highlights the vital role of tourism and hospitality education in developing a skilled, innovative and future-ready workforce to drive the growth of Africa’s business events industry.
At ZITHS, we remain committed to advancing tourism and hospitality education, strengthening industry partnerships and empowering the next generation of professionals to contribute to Zambia’s tourism development and Africa’s global competitiveness.
Investing in people is investing in Africa’s MICE future! 🌍✨

29/09/2026

🌍 ELEVATING VISITOR EXPERIENCE IN THE NORTHERN CIRCUIT! 🇿🇲

As part of the national celebrations leading up to World Tourism Day, 27 September 2026, the Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, successfully hosted the Frontline Visitor Experience Cohort Training at Urban Hotel in Kasama on Thursday, 24 September 2026.

📍 Kasama, as the economic and administrative gateway to Zambia’s iconic Northern Tourism Circuit, plays a vital role in shaping the visitor experience. To ensure visitors receive world-class hospitality from the moment they arrive, the full-day training equipped frontline personnel with a guest-centric “Red Carpet” service mindset.

📊 KEY HIGHLIGHTS

🔹 45 tourism operators registered online for the training.

🔹 Over 150 trainees were targeted across both the formal and informal sectors, including airport officers, immigration and border personnel, municipal council staff, police officers, hotel and restaurant staff, taxi and bus operators, curio traders, heritage site guides, and artisans.

🔹 Comprehensive practical training covered:
• Customer Service Fundamentals
• Attitude & Mindset Transformation
• De-escalation & Service Recovery
• Promoting Local Unique Selling Points (USPs)

Participants also explored how to showcase iconic attractions and cultural assets including Chishimba Falls, Mwela Rock Art, and Bemba cultural heritage.

🎭 Through interactive role-playing, group presentations, and practical simulations, participants strengthened their ability to transform routine interactions into welcoming, memorable, and meaningful visitor experiences.

👏 A huge thank you to all the participants, facilitators, the ZITHS Executive Director, leadership from the Ministry of Tourism, and the Urban Hotel team for contributing to the success of this important World Tourism Week 2026 activity.

Together, we are strengthening Zambia’s tourism workforce and building a culture of excellence in visitor service.

🇿🇲 Destination Zambia. Sustainable Tourism for All.

27/09/2026

🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏾‍♀️ ZITHS TAKES ON THE ABSA MARATHON! 🏅

Team ZITHS came together to take part in the Absa Marathon, showcasing our commitment to teamwork, wellness, resilience and an active lifestyle. 💪🏾

It was a day of energy, determination and team spirit as our staff proudly represented Zambia Institute for Tourism & Hospitality Studies (ZITHS).

👏🏾 Well done to everyone who participated and gave it their best!

Team ZITHS — Stronger Together! 💙

23/09/2026

The Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) proudly hosted the recent Trainer of Trainers Orientation Program in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO) through the Skills Development for Increased Employability Programme (SDEP).

The program brought together enterprise trainers and industry mastercrafts persons, reflecting the dual nature of apprenticeship delivery in Zambia’s tourism sector. Over several days, participants were immersed in modern competence‑based methodologies, innovative assessment tools, and mentorship strategies designed to strengthen the bridge between classroom learning and workplace practice. Trainers sharpened their facilitation skills, while mastercrafts persons refined their coaching approaches — ensuring apprentices are prepared not only academically but also for the realities of the industry. The sessions were facilitated by experts from ZITHS, TEVETA, and the Tourism Industry, ensuring a rich blend of academic rigor and practical workplace experience

Mrs. Anne Kaoma‑Sibanda, Executive Director of ZITHS, welcomed participants and underscored the program as a strategic investment in Zambia’s future workforce. Mr. Paul Mupinde, speaking on behalf of the Tourism Sector Skills Body Chairperson, Tourism Council of Zambia (TCZ), emphasized the importance of aligning curricula with labour‑market needs and extending the National Apprenticeship Programme beyond hospitality into the wider tourism ecosystem. Mr. Todini Marecha, ILO Chief Technical Officer, commended the progress achieved so far, reminding all that this initiative is for the people of Zambia who must harness the apprenticeship program. He reaffirmed ILO’s commitment to supporting the effort through the SDEP project.

By the close of the orientation, participants had developed action plans to integrate competence‑based training and assessment into their institutions and enterprises. The program reinforced collaboration among educators, industry, and regulators, laying a strong foundation for a globally competitive, resilient workforce ready to serve Zambia’s growing tourism sector.

16/09/2026

ZITHS STUDENT SHINES ON THE CONTINENTAL STAGE IN TOURISM INNOVATION

The Zambia Institute for Tourism and Hospitality Studies (ZITHS) proudly congratulates Ms. Lillian Chungu Mumbi, a student at ZITHS, on her outstanding achievement in advancing to the Top 5 of the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge with her innovative EcoTourism Digital Passport.

Ms. Mumbi emerged among the leading young tourism innovators on the continent following the competition process in Midrand, South Africa, and subsequently proceeded to Polokwane, South Africa, for the final stage of the challenge.

Reaching the Top 5 is a remarkable achievement that places Ms. Mumbi among a select group of young African innovators developing practical solutions aimed at shaping the future of tourism on the continent.

Her EcoTourism Digital Passport demonstrates the potential of technology and innovation to support sustainable tourism, enhance visitor experiences, promote destinations and contribute to the competitiveness of the tourism sector.

ZITHS is particularly proud that Ms. Mumbi continues to demonstrate the institution’s commitment to developing students who are not only academically equipped but are also innovative, entrepreneurial and capable of contributing meaningfully to the tourism and hospitality industry.

Ms. Mumbi also serves as the ZITHS Student Union President, making history as the first female student to hold the position since the establishment of the institution. Her achievement is an inspiration to young women and students across Zambia, demonstrating the opportunities available to young people in tourism, technology, entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership.

ZITHS commends Ms. Mumbi for representing Zambia and the institution with distinction on the continental stage. Her success reflects the talent, creativity and determination of Zambia’s young people and reinforces the importance of providing students with opportunities to participate in national, regional and international innovation platforms.

As ZITHS continues to pursue its vision of becoming a leading tourism and hospitality training institute in Southern Africa by 2030, the institution remains committed to nurturing innovation, entrepreneurship, digital transformation and practical skills that respond to the evolving needs of the tourism industry.

Congratulations, Ms. Lillian Chungu Mumbi!

You have made Zambia and ZITHS proud. 🇿🇲

ZITHS – Pioneers of Tourism and Hospitality Training in Zambia.

15/07/2026

Building Zambia's Tourism Future Through Human Capital Development. 🇿🇲

At ZITHS, we are committed to developing a skilled, innovative, and globally competitive tourism and hospitality workforce. Through quality education, practical training, and industry partnerships, we are empowering the next generation of professionals to drive sustainable tourism growth in Zambia and beyond.

ZITHS – Paving the Way. Shaping Talent. Transforming Tourism & Hospitality.

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Lusaka
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