Cecilia Zimba

Provides banking and financial services

The Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) is the official professional body representing chartered accountants in Zambia. The private company is based in Lusaka, Zambia. It regulates education, accreditation, and practice standards in the accountancy profession, ensuring adherence to internationally comparable accounting and auditing standards. ZICA offers education and training programs such as the CA Zambia qualification, diploma in accountancy, and postgraduate diploma in taxation, with structured examinations, practical training, and flexible study options. The institute manages student registration, examinations, and continuing professional development, and provides resources like technical guidance, workshops, and a member portal. ZICA supports members and employers through professional indemnity insurance, ethical standards enforcement, and an approved employer program for recruitment and development. It engages in research, advises the government on economic and financial policies, and participates in international standard-setting. ZICA also manages a property fund initiative for commercial real estate development.