Inaugural Edition · Harare, Zimbabwe · 25–26 June 2026
TheInnovationStudentsLeadLaunchpad&IndustrialForum
1500+ delegates. 30+ universities. Towards a Net Zero Future — innovation, debate, policy and entrepreneurship united.
Summit Begins In
Student Delegates
Universities
Speakers & Panellists
Summit Days
Zimbabwe's First Student-Led Climate Summit
The Zimbabwe Students Climate Innovation Summit (ZSCIS) is a landmark two-day gathering at the Diamond Conference Centre, University of Zimbabwe, Harare, bringing together the country's most ambitious young minds from over 30 universities.
Delegates will engage in keynote sessions, policy workshops, an innovation hackathon, and entrepreneurship pitches — all focused on building a climate-resilient Zimbabwe.
The summit culminates in the signing of the Harare Climate Pledge — a student-authored commitment to climate action, submitted to Zimbabwe's Ministry of Environment.
Voices Driving Change
40+ speakers across climate science, policy, innovation and entrepreneurship
Dr Charles Mugaviri
Summit Moderator
LASOF Leadership Institute
Nsikelelo Mafa
Director of Legal Affairs
Bulawayo Economic Dev. Agency
Mr Fungai Makoni
CEO, Mimosa Mining
Mimosa Mining Company
Prof. Felix Maringe
Deputy Vice-Chancellor
University of Kigali
Christinah Machingambi
Licensed Trustee & Director
Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
Lovemore Dhoba
Acting Director
Ministry of Environment, Climate & Wildlife
Summit Themes
Three interconnected pillars driving Zimbabwe's student climate movement
Climate Innovation
Harnessing science, technology and engineering to build Zimbabwe's climate-resilient future — from solar microgrids to drought-resistant agriculture.
Youth Policy
Empowering students to engage with, shape and advocate for national and continental climate policy frameworks.
Green Entrepreneurship
Building sustainable businesses and social enterprises that drive both economic growth and environmental impact across Zimbabwe.
Programme Highlights
25–26 June 2026 · Diamond Conference Centre, UZ
Registration & Welcome
Delegate registration, networking breakfast and official welcome from the ZSCIS Student Committee.
Opening Ceremony & Keynotes
Official opening with keynote addresses. Launch of the Zimbabwe Youth Climate Declaration towards a Net Zero Future.
Inter-University Debate Series
High-stakes debates on Zimbabwe's NDC 3.0, coal phase-out timelines, climate finance sovereignty, and agricultural adaptation.
Innovation Showcase & Hackathon
Student teams from across Zimbabwe's universities present climate solutions competing for the Zimbabwe Climate Prize.
Panel Sessions & Policy Workshop
Industry leaders, policymakers and development partners engage students on NDC 3.0, the National Energy Compact and green finance.
Closing Ceremony & Awards
Recognition of outstanding innovations and debate champions. Signing of the Harare Climate Pledge by all delegates.
Supported By
Be Part of Zimbabwe's Climate Movement
Limited delegate spots available. Applications close 1 August 2026.
Diamond Conference Centre, UZ · 25–26 June 2026
Open to all Zimbabwean university students