Harnessing Green Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Growth in Zambia

Purpose: This study investigates green entrepreneurship as a strategic avenue for promoting sustainable economic development in Zambia, particularly in addressing environmental degradation and high unemployment. Methodology: The study employed a qualitative research approach that draws from literature reviews and policy analysis. Findings: The study identifies key sectors with high potential for green enterprise, including renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, eco-tourism, and waste management. Despite these opportunities, the growth of green businesses in Zambia is constrained by several barriers such as limited access to finance, inadequate policy support, low public awareness, and insufficient technical expertise. Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy, and Practice: The research underscores the importance of multi-stakeholder collaboration, targeted policy incentives, green financing mechanisms, and capacity-building initiatives to support green entrepreneurship. By contextualizing these insights within Zambia’s socio-economic landscape, the study contributes to existing theory on sustainable entrepreneurship in developing economies. It also offers practical recommendations to policymakers and stakeholders aimed at integrating green entrepreneurship into Zambia’s broader sustainable development goals.