"We were faced with a huge challenge during the COVID-19 pandemic, our borders were closed, the business was threatened to shut down. Prospero provided the much-needed support through a COVID-19 relief grant that enabled us to continue purchasing raw materials and maintain operations despite the economic downturn."
About Alpha Polyplast Limited
Alpha Polyplast Limited, based in Ndola, specializes in recycling polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic bottles into polyester strapping. As Zambia's largest recycling company, they export 85% of products to regional markets including South Africa, DRC, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Botswana, Malawi, and Tanzania.
The Challenge
The COVID-19 pandemic and border closures disrupted export operations, which are the company's main source of operational capital. This threatened the livelihoods of over 300 waste pickers and risked shutting down operations completely.
Prospero's Intervention
Prospero provided a COVID-19 relief grant of £20,031, enabling the company to continue purchasing raw materials (bottle waste) from waste pickers and maintain operations during the economic crisis.
Grant Amount: £20,031 Sector: Sustainable Industries
Impact & Results
The partnership with Prospero has yielded remarkable results:
+ Sustained 73 full-time and 8 casual employees through the pandemic
+ Continued supporting over 300 waste pickers (earning up to $450/month)
+ Collected over a million tonnes of bottle waste
+ Reduced plastic pollution and environmental degradation
+ Maintained regional export operations across 7 countries
+ Empowered youths and women in vulnerable communities
+ Demonstrated transformative potential of recycling for environment and communities
Your donation directly supports small and medium enterprises across Zambia, creating jobs,
strengthening communities, and building sustainable economic growth.
500+
SMEs Supported
2,000+
Jobs Created
50+
Communities Reached
ZMW 50M+
Funding Deployed
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Agric Hub
Empowering farmers with drought-resistant crops, sustainable practices, and market access
to ensure food security.
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Mining Hub
Strengthening suppliers through capacity building and innovative working capital solutions for competitive success in mining value chains.
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Energy Hub
Bringing clean, renewable energy solutions to businesses and communities, powering
economic growth.
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Sustainability Hub
Building a circular economy through sustainable practices, environmental protection, and green jobs.
Discover the transformative work Prospero does across Zambia
Our Mission
Prospero is dedicated to serving and saving SMEs across Zambia. We provide not just funding, but comprehensive support through mentorship, financial literacy training, and access to markets. Our approach creates lasting impact by building sustainable businesses that create jobs and strengthen communities.
Zambia's agricultural sector is vital to its economy and food security. We empower farmers with training, technology, and access to finance, enabling them to adopt drought-resistant crops, improve irrigation techniques, and increase yields. This strengthens food security, boosts incomes, and builds a more resilient agricultural sector.
Real Impact: Farmers we've supported have increased their yields by up to 40% and gained access to new markets, transforming their livelihoods.
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The Mining Hub
Focus: Supplier Development, Capacity Building, Working Capital Solutions, Mining Value Chain Integration
Prospero partners with stakeholders in the mining procurement landscape to explore unique opportunities and challenges that require suppliers to adapt and thrive in a competitive environment. Through our comprehensive Supplier Development Programme, we strengthen SME capabilities using two key interventions: capacity building through the Nyamuka-SDP Curriculum, and access to innovative working capital solutions via the Nyamuka Dynamic Working Capital Facility.
Real Impact: Suppliers in our programme have increased their contract fulfillment rates by over 60% and expanded their operations to serve multiple mining companies, creating hundreds of jobs in local communities.
Key Opportunities & Goals:
Opportunities: Increased local sourcing leads to stronger community ties and better economic growth
Challenges: Regulatory compliance requires thorough understanding of local laws and procedures
Goal: Equip suppliers for success through comprehensive training and resources
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The Energy Hub
Focus: Access to Clean Energy, Renewable Solutions, Powering Economic Growth
Lack of reliable energy hinders economic growth across Zambia. We support innovative renewable energy projects that provide clean, affordable power to businesses and communities. This stimulates economic activity, creates jobs, and improves quality of life while combating load-shedding challenges.
Real Impact: Businesses crippled by load-shedding have found sustainable solutions through solar energy, maintaining operations and protecting jobs.
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The Sustainability Hub
Focus: Sustainable Practices, Circular Economy, ESG Integration, Environmental Protection, Green Jobs
Climate change presents an urgent challenge as Zambia works to meet its Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement. We support businesses by helping them integrate robust ESG principles into their strategies and operations, adopt environmentally sustainable approaches, and promote inclusive business practices with a strong focus on women and youth inclusion.
Real Impact: Businesses in our sustainability programme have reduced their carbon footprint by an average of 35% while creating over 200 green jobs and implementing circular economy practices that save costs and protect the environment.
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Every donation, no matter the size, helps us save SMEs, create jobs, and build a stronger Zambia.
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