Lusaka, Zambia – 17th December 2025 – Dot Com Zambia Plc today marked the commencement of secondary trading of its shares on the Lusaka Securities Exchange (LuSE) Alternative Market (Alt-M) with a bell-ringing ceremony held at the LuSE offices.
The milestone follows the Company's successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) and admission to the LuSE Alt-M. The ceremony was attended by capital market stakeholders, regulators, advisers, and partners, symbolizing the company's transition to a fully tradable public entity.
CEO Highlights Importance of Inclusive Capital Markets
"The commencement of secondary trading marks an important step in our long-term growth journey and demonstrates the role inclusive capital markets can play in supporting broad-based wealth creation."
— Chief Executive Officer, Dot Com Zambia PLCSpeaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer described the commencement of secondary trading as an important step in the Company's long-term growth journey and a demonstration of the role inclusive capital markets can play in supporting broad-based wealth creation.
Strong Retail Participation Reinforces Market Confidence
The CEO noted that the IPO attracted strong retail participation, resulting in over 530 shareholders, the majority of whom are Zambian, reinforcing confidence in locally developed technology businesses and the LuSE Alternative Market framework.
IPO Success Metrics
Investment Highlights
Investor Profile
- 95% Zambian retail investors
- Strong international participation
- Diverse investor base across sectors
- First citizen-powered IPO in Africa
Enhanced Governance and Market Credibility
The CEO further emphasised that listing on the LuSE has enhanced the Company's governance, credibility, and market discipline, positioning Dot Com Zambia for sustainable growth as a public company. The transition to a listed entity brings enhanced transparency, accountability, and market oversight.
Enhanced Corporate Governance: Public listing brings heightened scrutiny, regular reporting requirements, and adherence to market regulations that strengthen corporate governance practices.
Commitment to Long-term Shareholder Value
Dot Com Zambia reaffirmed its commitment to long-term shareholder value through revenue growth, product diversification, and disciplined execution, while maintaining transparency and accountability in line with public market standards.
Growth Strategy
- Revenue expansion across existing markets
- New product development and innovation
- Geographic expansion opportunities
Shareholder Commitment
- Regular financial reporting and updates
- Transparent communication channels
- Investor relations engagement
Gratitude to Stakeholders and Partners
The Company expressed its appreciation to Kukula Capital, its Designated Adviser and Broker, the Lusaka Securities Exchange, the Securities and Exchange Commission, its professional partners, the Board, management team, and shareholders for their continued support throughout the listing process.
Our Valued Partners
Lusaka Securities Exchange
Securities & Exchange Commission
Kukula Capital
We extend our sincere gratitude to all our partners who have supported us throughout this journey towards becoming a publicly traded company.
Join Our Public Market Journey
Dot Com Zambia shares are now available for trading on the LuSE Alternative Market
The commencement of secondary trading marks the beginning of the next phase in Dot Com Zambia's public market journey as the company continues to build Zambia's digital future.