Cannabis Industry Experts · Lusaka, Zambia

From Seed to Compliant Enterprise

Zambia's leading cannabis consultancy — guiding operators, investors, and entrepreneurs through licensing, compliance, operations, and growth strategy under the Industrial Hemp Act.

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80+
Licenses Facilitated
10+
African Markets Covered
95%
Approval Rate
ZMW 50M+
Capital Raised for Clients

Full-Spectrum Advisory

We guide cannabis and hemp businesses through every stage in Zambia — from DADO licensing to multi-province expansion, with deep knowledge of the Industrial Hemp Regulations and Drug Enforcement Commission requirements.

01

Licensing & Applications

End-to-end support for cannabis and hemp license applications in Zambia — cultivation, processing, export, and retail. We navigate DADO, DEC, and Ministry of Health requirements with precision.

02

Regulatory Compliance

Ongoing compliance programs, SOPs, staff training, and audit preparation aligned with Zambia's Industrial Hemp Act and Drug Enforcement Commission regulations. Stay inspection-ready.

03

Business Strategy

Zambia and regional market entry analysis, competitive positioning, operational blueprints, and growth roadmaps designed for sustainable, profitable cannabis businesses in Southern Africa.

04

Financial Advisory

Capital raise strategy, investor deck preparation, financial modeling, and connecting operators with cannabis-focused capital sources across Zambia and Southern Africa.

05

Facility Design & Build

Cultivation facility design, HVAC and lighting optimization, extraction lab layouts, and retail dispensary buildout support aligned with regulatory standards.

06

M&A Due Diligence

Cannabis-specific due diligence for acquisitions, mergers, and partnerships. Regulatory review, license transferability, and operational assessment for informed decisions.

Building National Cannabis Economies

End-to-end regulatory frameworks, national operating systems, and full market activation — designed for governments and sovereign entities ready to lead Africa's green economy.

Free
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Country-specific regulatory landscape, licensing pathways, and market opportunity — written for decision-makers, not marketers. No obligation.
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Tier 1
Regulatory Framework Design
Policy, licensing, and legal scaffolding for a sovereign cannabis market.
$500K – $1.5M
per country engagement
Scope
  • National cannabis & hemp policy design
  • Medical + industrial hemp legal framework
  • Cultivation, processing & export licensing
  • Compliance + enforcement model
  • Benchmarking against EU, Canada & emerging markets
Deliverables
  • Full draft legislation
  • Regulatory authority blueprint
  • Licensing guidelines + SOPs
  • Economic impact report
Upgrade lever: Parliamentary advisory + stakeholder workshops → +$200K–$500K
Tier 3
Full Market Activation
End-to-end: from policy to live industry, investor pipeline to pharmaceutical integration.
$5M – $15M+
per country engagement
Scope
  • Everything in Tier 1 + Tier 2
  • FDI investor attraction strategy
  • Cultivation + processing facility rollout
  • Export partnerships
  • Pharmaceutical integration
  • National export branding
Deliverables
  • Fully operational industry blueprint
  • Pre-qualified investor pipeline
  • BOOT / PPP / JV deal structuring
  • 5–10 year revenue projections
Entry point: $500K diagnostic engagement to qualify and scope
Not Sure Where You Fit?
Readiness Diagnostic
A paid qualifier that identifies exactly which tier applies — and filters out the noise before it costs anyone time.
$5,000
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12+ Years in
Cannabis

Advisors Who Have Operated

Prosper Sievu Investments was built by operators who understand the Zambian cannabis industry from the inside out. We combine deep regulatory knowledge of the Industrial Hemp Act with practical experience navigating DADO, the Drug Enforcement Commission, and local authority frameworks.

Our team serves startups and established operators across Lusaka and beyond, providing real guidance for Zambia's emerging and fast-growing cannabis and hemp sector.

  • Zambia Hemp Act
  • Cultivation Operations
  • DEC Compliance
  • Extraction & Processing
  • Export Licensing
  • Tax & Structuring
  • Regional Expansion
  • Investor Relations

Distinguished Authority

Dr Siabula
Prosper Sievu
MSc Cannabinoid-Based Molecules
Onco-Metabolic & Neurodegenerative Therapy
7 Years concentrated expertise

"Precision, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to elevating the standard of care and commerce."

Board Chairperson
Chief Executive Officer
Policy Architect
Clinical Scientist
Areas of Expertise
01
Clinical Science

Cannabinoid pharmacology applied to oncological metabolic disorders and neurodegenerative disease pathways — grounded in rigorous academic research.

02
Regulatory Policy

Expert counsel in the drafting of cannabis legislation, shaping evidence-based regulatory frameworks at a national policy level across Zambia and the region.

03
Corporate Governance

Strategic oversight of multiple cannabis and industrial hemp organizations — advancing science-driven product development across diversified portfolios.

04
Industry Leadership

Trusted advisor to healthcare professionals, policymakers, and regulatory bodies. Board Chairperson ensuring institutional accountability and scientific integrity.

A Structured Path to Success

01
Discovery Call

We assess your goals, market, and current position in a focused 60-minute consultation.

02
Market Analysis

Deep dive into regulatory landscape, competition, and opportunity in your target market.

03
Strategy Design

We craft a tailored roadmap covering licensing, operations, compliance, and financing.

04
Execution Support

Hands-on guidance through application submission, build-out, and launch phases.

05
Ongoing Partnership

Retainer compliance monitoring, regulatory updates, and strategic advisory as you grow.

Compliance Built In

We turn Zambia's regulatory complexity into competitive advantage. Every engagement includes compliance as a foundation, aligned with the Industrial Hemp Regulations and DEC standards.

DADO & DEC License Compliance

Jurisdictional license conditions, district zoning, operating agreements, and annual renewal management aligned with Zambia's Drug Enforcement Commission and DADO frameworks.

Standard Operating Procedures

Documented SOPs for cultivation, processing, inventory, security, and retail operations that satisfy Zambian inspection requirements and align with regional best practices.

Seed-to-Sale Tracking

Inventory tracking system implementation, staff training, and ongoing audit support to ensure chain-of-custody integrity compliant with Zambia's regulatory reporting requirements.

Security Planning

Physical security design, surveillance systems, access controls, and emergency response plans meeting Zambian regulatory specifications for cannabis and hemp operations.

Results That Speak

★★★★★

Prosper Sievu guided us through a highly competitive licensing process in Zambia. Their regulatory knowledge and application writing were exceptional — we were among the first licenses awarded in our province.

Marcus T. CEO, Greenfield Cultivation Group
★★★★★

From facility design to our first harvest, they were with us every step. Their cultivation expertise saved us months of trial and error and significant avoidable costs in our Lusaka operation.

Dr. Priya R. Founder, Solstice Cultivars Zambia
★★★★★

We engaged Prosper Sievu for our Series A raise and expansion into three new Zambian provinces. Their investor materials and regulatory roadmaps gave our board the confidence to move decisively.

James L. COO, Canopy Holdings Africa

Ready to Build Your Cannabis Future?

Schedule a free 30-minute discovery call. No obligation, just clarity on your path forward.

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Let's Start Your Journey

Whether you're pre-license or already operating, we meet you where you are. Complete the form and our team will respond within one business day.

Office Lusaka, Zambia — Serving all Zambian provinces
Hours Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm CAT
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