Our Journey
From Startup Dream to Zambia's First Tech IPO
A proudly Zambian innovation story - from one of the nation's first e-commerce startups to a leader in digital infrastructure and payments
The Beginning of a Digital Dream
Where It All Began
The Beginning of a Digital Dream
Where It All Began
In 2009, Dot Com Zambia was originally established as one of Zambia's pioneering e-commerce companies. Founded by Mawano Kambeu, the company emerged during a time when Zambia's digital landscape was still in its early stages. With limited internet access and few online platforms, Dot Com Zambia helped bridge the gap between Zambian consumers and the global marketplace, providing digital convenience and international delivery services to local customers.
Strategic Transformation
Expanding the Vision
Strategic Transformation
Expanding the Vision
In 2015, Dot Com Zambia underwent a significant transformation with the formation of BookNow Zambia Limited, marking a new chapter in the company's evolution. This period saw strategic investors, Kukula Capital and eVentures Africa Fund, join the journey, bringing both local insight and international expertise to support the company's growth and expansion in Zambia's technology sector.
Focused Innovation
A Bold Pivot to Digital Infrastructure
Focused Innovation
A Bold Pivot to Digital Infrastructure
In 2018, the company divested its e-commerce arm through a management buyout to focus exclusively on technology platforms. That same year, Dot Com Zambia launched Zambia’s first prepaid automated toll payment platform and, over time, became market leaders in the sector.
Expanding Digital Access
Innovating for Everyday Zambians
Expanding Digital Access
Innovating for Everyday Zambians
In 2020, DCZ launched the eLevy Payment System, enabling local councils to collect fees digitally from market vendors and bus operators — bringing transparency and convenience to thousands of small business owners. The ecosystem continues to grow, with a projected 800,000+ users nationwide.
A New Era Begins
Zambia's First Pure-Tech IPO
A New Era Begins
Zambia's First Pure-Tech IPO
In 2025, the company was officially renamed Dot Com Zambia Limited, aligning its brand with its vision to power Zambia's digital future. That same year, DCZ made history as the first pure-technology company to list on the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) Alternative Market — a milestone that celebrates both innovation and national progress. This achievement represents more than financial success; it's a statement of belief in Zambia's capacity to build, lead, and inspire in the digital age.
Impact at Scale
Empowering People, Powering the Nation. Over the years, Dot Com Zambia has processed more than 10 million transactions and facilitated over K1.6 billion in digital payments. From highways to fuel stations, our technology has become part of everyday life delivering convenience, transparency, and reliability to millions of Zambians.
"We're not just creating platforms, we're creating possibilities."
Looking Ahead: Building Zambia's Digital Future, Together
From e-commerce to national payment systems, Dot Com Zambia's journey reflects what's possible when innovation meets purpose. As we continue to expand, our mission remains simple: to use technology to make everyday life more efficient, transparent, and connected.
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