Tisuka Launches Vendi

Following disability inclusion training brought to us by Challenges Zambia and SightSavers, Tisuka engaged in entrepreneurship mentorship and business skills training for entrepreneurs with disabilities.

In order to reach as many entrepreneurs as possible, Tisuka Marketplace becomes Vendi, Vendi is an e-commerce platform designed for entrepreneurs with disabilities, but open to all entrepreneurs alike!

Now all entrepreneurs including us can run successful businesses and continue to receive mentorship and support from the comfort of their homes.

For Resellers

Pick products from our catalog and place orders on behalf of your customers. No starting capital is needed. We deliver the products to you so you can resell them with ease.

For Buyers

Browse the available products, choose what you need, and place your order. Once confirmed, your item will be delivered to your address within 7 days.

For Venders

Create an account, upload your products, and set your prices. We handle the advertising and delivery after a sale is made.

How it Works

Tisuka Group Launches Tisuka Marketplace

Don't know what size solar system you need? Long distance between Tisuka and your site? No problem!

Tisuka now has an online portal where you can tell us all your energy demand data, technicians use AI and GreenTech to design your system free of charge, and we will let you know which solar kit to buy from our catalogue!

Welcome to Tisuka Marketplace

Tisuka Partners with Challenges Zambia and SightSavers to develop solutions to support entrepreneurs with disabilities

At the heart of Tisuka's vision is commitment to improving the lives of African communities. About 13% of Zambians and 11-15% of the Sub-Saharan African population have at least 1 disability. Entrepreneurs with disabilities face significant barriers to starting up and growing businesses due to lack of business skills, lack of access to accessible markets, and lack of capital.

Tisuka is dedicated to developing innovative solutions to these problems, and has begun mentorship for entrepreneurs with disabilities. We are excited to see what progress we make in the coming months.

Zambian Government and GIZ Emulate Tisuka Sunshine Scholarship

Tisuka was pleased to learn that the Ministry of Energy of The Republic of Zambia, along with GIZ and the Solar Industry Association of Zambia, under the THRIVE initiative are taking aspects of The Tisuka Sunshine Scholarship to Lusaka's government schools.

Our Founder who created the scholarship was honored to be invited mentor yet another group of capable young girls following their day of solar training at the premises of Tisuka's long-time partner, Fountain Gate Trades and Crafts School.

It is our hope that the government continues to support this worthy endeavor, and that our Zambian female youth decide to pursue careers in STEM and renewable energy.

Tisuka speaks at UNDP Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) Workshop

Our Founder spoke at a forum hosted by The United Nations Development Programme’s Biodiversity Finance Initiative (UNDP BIOFIN) Zambia, in partnership with the Government of Zambia and the Green Finance Mainstreaming Working Group (GFMWG), to finalize the Zambia Green Finance Taxonomy (ZGFT) and its associated tagging and reporting system.

Tisuka Group visits St. Lawrence Home of Hope for Boys, and certifies 10 orphans with skills awards certificates in solar PV installation.

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Tisuka's Founder makes waves

Our founder, Suzanna Chulu, highlighted as a leader in STEM and entrepreneurship, and a leading woman in energy.

TISUKA WINS PITCHING CHALLENGE FOR TISUKA SUNSHINE SCHOLARSHIP FROM LUSAKA ROTORACT

In February 2025, The Rotoract Club of Lusaka held their annual Lusaka Soup event where founders were invited to pitch their community action projects. Tisuka was honored to go home with the first prize, securing more funding for the children we serve through our non-profit Tisuka Sunshine Scholarship.

Expanding Tisuka's territory: Green Hydrogen.

Our founder leverages our good working relationship with GIZ, receiving a training in green hydrogen and how it could be another potential energy solution aside from solar.

Tisuka Group becomes a Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF2024) grant beneficiary.

TISUKA APPEARS IN TECHTRENDS

We started off 2025 with a bang, appearing in TechTrends Blog.

TechTrends is a Zambian-owned, female-owned online platform, dedicated to keeping the public up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in the world of technology. The popular blog is created with the aim of providing valuable insights, news, and reviews on the latest gadgets, software, and tech-related products that are available in Zambia and beyond.

In January 2025, Tisuka had the priviledge of being featured in the blog, with specific emphasis on our non-profit activity and community action in the education sector.

Click "READ MORE" below to read the article!

The Tisuka Sunshine Scholarship certifies 10 female students

10 Female students at King's Highway SDA School in Lusaka were selected as the 1st beneficiaries of the Tisuka Sunshine Scholarship, funded by Global Changemakers. They went through 3 days of theoretical knowledge where they came to understand voltage, current, power and energy, series and parallel connections, and the basic components of a solar system such as solar panels, inverters, batteries, charge controllers, and AC and DC Cables. Additionally, they designed their own solar systems.

11 female students become beneficiaries of the Tisuka Sunshine Scholarship

11 Female students at Sonshine School in Lusaka were selected as the 1st beneficiaries of the Tisuka Sunshine Scholarship, funded by Global Changemakers. They went through 3 days of theoretical knowledge where they came to understand voltage, current, power and energy, series and parallel connections, and he basic components of a solar system such as solar panels, inverters, batteries, charge controllers, and AC and DC Cables. They even designed their own solar systems.

The girls then underwent a full day of solar installation training where they installed 1 roof mounted system, and 1 ground mounted system, including wiring the distribution boxes, and connecting the panels to batteries, inverters and charge controllers. They have received Skills Awards Certificates issued by The Fountain Gate Trades and Crafts School in Lusaka, accredited by TEVETA.

Tisuka Exhibits at the Farmers' Development Corporative Union's Expo in Lusaka

Tisuka's founder, Suzanna Chulu, has had the honor and privilege of being appointed Energy Director of the Farmers' Development Corporative Union. Through this partnership, Tisuka is developing dynamic renewable energy solutions to serve Zambian farmers, as well as fostering growth, resilience and sustainability of the Corporative through renewable energy initiatives.

On May 29th 2024, we exhibited our products and services during the Launch of the Lusaka division of the Farmers' Development Corporative Union at the Lusaka Show Grounds.

A huge thank you to Quirm Marketing for the amazing visuals and merchandise.

Nomination for SHE BIG 4 AWARDS

In June 2024, our founder, Suzanna Chulu, had the privilege of being nominated for the SHE BIG 4 Social Founder of The Year Award.

It is always a pleasure to be recognized for the amazing work Tisuka is doing for the betterment of Zambian communities, women, and for the achievement of the SDGs.

Tisuka has the honor and privilege of partnering with His Royal Highness, Chief Ishima

Introducing Tisuka Green Harvest Initiative: Let's talk Mini-grids and Clean Cooking

Tisuka has partnered with His Royal Highness Chief Ishima of Zambezi Zambezi Royal Establishment. We are building solutions to achieve rural electrification in Zambezi district, as well as innovative solutions that will see Tisuka and the people of Zambezi participating in clean cooking, in order to fight deforestation and pollution.

We are thankful to His Royal Highness' Chiefdom and looking forward to doing this great work together.

Tisuka visits LICEF

Tisuka celebrated Women's Month in Style!

On the 6th of March, 2024 the Tisuka Foundation, in partnership with WomEng South Africa gave a beautiful presentation on STEM to the female graduating class of 2024 at Lusaka Islamic Cultural and Educational Foundation Secondary School.

Debunking gender stereotypes and inspiring the girls at LICEF to get involved in STEM, we hope the efforts of our founder will go a long way in closing the gender gap in STEM in Zambia.

Out of respect for the religion and values of the students, their faces have not been photographed.

A full illustration of the outreach is available on all our social media pages.

Tisuka was priviledged to be nominated and shortlisted in the top 10 applicants for the 2024 VerdExim Sustainability awards held by Exim Finance, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

In recent years, a notable surge of support has emerged from global companies investing in African startups, recognizing the immense potential for innovation and positive impact on local communities. These initiatives go beyond mere financial backing; they aim to foster sustainable development, promote clean energy, and uplift communities across the African continent.

Fortunately, Tisuka had the opportunity to pitch its unique value proposition and gained recognition as one of the top 10 shortlisted candidates for the cohort of VerdExim Sustainability Awards 2024

World Summit Awards

In November 2023, Tisuka was shortlisted for The World Summit Awards. We were nomitated in the category: Environment and Clean Energy- Zambia.

PachiPanda Innovation Challenge

At the genesis of Tisuka, our founder pitched our business at the PachiPana Innovation Challenge held from the final days of October to the 3rd of November 2023.

Here, we expressed our view of our unique renewable energy solutions and how we as Tisuka would solve the problems faced by Zambians caused by climate change, lack of sustainable solutions, and lack of good climate governance.

We won 3rd prize, validating Tisuka's goals and message, birthing us into the world of renewable energy, and beginning our journey to contribute to Zambia's smooth clean energy transition.