NAQEZ Definition of Quality Education
Quality education is delivered by well-qualified and motivated teachers and enables learners to acquire relevant skills, competencies, knowledge, values, and experiences that meet societal needs. It promotes critical thinking, creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and prepares learners for active global citizenship and meaningful employment.
Who We Are
The National Action for Quality Education in Zambia (NAQEZ) is a civil society organisation advocating for quality, inclusive and equitable education in Zambia. NAQEZ was established in 2014 and legally registered with the Registrar of Societies on 20th February 2015 (Registration No. ORS/102/35/5502). The organisation was officially launched on 23rd July 2015 by the then Minister of Education, Dr. Michael Kaingu.
NAQEZ was formed by Zambians from diverse backgrounds with a shared commitment to supporting Government efforts to improve education standards through structured advocacy, policy engagement, research, and community mobilisation.
Our Background
Since its establishment, NAQEZ has emerged as a leading national voice on education matters. The organisation works at community, provincial, and national levels, ensuring that citizens’ perspectives inform education policy and practice.
With presence across all ten provinces and Zambia’s 116 districts, NAQEZ combines grassroots engagement with high-level policy dialogue. This integrated approach allows the organisation to influence reforms while remaining responsive to the realities faced by learners, teachers, and communities.
Meet our Secretariat
Dr. Aaron Chansa
Executive Director
James Malanji
Programs Manager
Lloyd Mumba
Finance Officer
Rutherford C. Mumba
Administration Manager
Hope Jere
Programs Officer
Jacqueline Ngo
Administrative Assistant
Jacqueline Banda
Programs Intern
Meet our Board Members
Eng. Chibwe Mulenga
Board Chairperson
Mary Nyirenda
Board Vice Chairperson
Kingsley Hakabulo
Board Secretary
Moses Mwale
Board Treasurer
Mukumbuta Sansele
Board Member
Our Reach and Impact
Since its establishment, NAQEZ has built a strong national presence and a credible advocacy footprint across Zambia. Through structured engagement with communities, policymakers, media, and partners, our work continues to influence education policy, practice, and public discourse.
Nationwide presence through provincial coordination
Grassroots engagement across Zambia
Amplifying education advocacy nationwide
National and regional media engagement
Collaboration on education and SRHR programmes
Trained in capacity building in Sexuality Education
Our impact is driven by evidence-based advocacy, strategic partnerships, and sustained engagement at community and national levels.
Message from the
Executive Director, Dr. Aaron Chansa
2025 has been extraordinary in many respects. This year, NAQEZ turned 10 years. The anniversary was powerfully hosted and the event brought great memories. The ceremony also reminded all of us about the solemn duty and commitment to the campaign for quality education.
2025 provided a platform for NAQEZ to work with various national, regional, continental and global partners. We engaged; we hosted events and spoke when it mattered most. We participated and spoke at several national and international engagements. We remained true to ourselves-Trusted Champions of quality education in Zambia.
We faced serious challenges but God protected us and gave us a way out. The organization is now more resilient, intelligent and focused on influencing policies for quality education in Zambia.
Looking back into 2025, it is important for me to thank the following partners that worked with us while others supported us financially and otherwise: Global Partnership for Education[GPE], AMPLIFY CHANGE, GEAR Alliance, People in Need, Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection, The European Union ,CIVICUS, ZANEC, UNESCO, various Government ministries and departments, various CSOs, the media, teacher unions, MQHZ, CBZ, ZEIC, TPZ, ZTF, Teachers Parliament, MORETA and members of the public.
I want to end by thanking the NAQEZ Board for the unwavering support, NAQEZ management, members and teachers of Zambia for the massive support to NAQEZ in 2025.This support was the major driving force for the work we did. Thank you all and God may bless the Republic of Zambia.
