The Business Regulatory Review Agency.

Promoting a Conducive Business Regulatory Environment.

The Business Regulatory Review Agency (BRRA) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry. The Agency was established under the Business Regulatory Business Regulatory Act, No. 3 of 2014 as amended by the Business Regulatory (Amendment) Act, No. 14 of 2018. It became operational in January 2016. The mandate of the Agency is to ensure an efficient, cost-effective and accessible business licensing system.

RIA

Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) is a vital process that helps ensure effective and efficient regulations. It's like a check-up for new rules, analyzing their potential consequences and ensuring they don't create unnecessary burdens.

RSC

The Business Regulatory Review Agency (BRRA) is mandated to coordinate the establishment, operationalisation and roll out of Regulatory Services Centres (RSCs) in Zambia in order to improve delivery and accessibility of business regulatory services and ultimately reduce the cost of doing business.

e-services

e-services offered by the BRRA to simplify business registration and compliance. These services aim to enhance transparency, expedite processes, and minimize administrative burdens for businesses.

The Business Regulatory Review Agency is currently operating under the 2022 – 2026 Strategic Plan whose focus has been broken down into three strategic themes, namely operational excellence, strategic partnerships and business regulatory excellence leading to high quality services, improved regulatory services and conducive business environment respectively.

The Strategic Plan is aligned to the Eighth National Development Plan in accordance with the National Planning and Budgeting Act No. 1 of 2020. The alignment will ensure that the priorities of Government relating to the Agency’s mandate are effectively implemented.

The following are the eight strategic objectives to be deployed in fulfilling the Agency’s mandate.

  1. Improve regulation of business policies and laws
  2. Improve management of Regulatory Services
  3. Enhance business Regulatory Impact Assessment processes
  4. Enhance awareness of BRRA’s mandate
  5. Improve financial resource Management
  6. Improve management systems
  7. Improve human capital and
  8. Improve office accommodation

Download PDF —>>> BRRA STRATEGIC PLAN 2022 – 2026

Zambia Business licensing Information Portal (e-Registry)

Businesses operating in Zambia are typically required to obtain one or more licenses and permits, depending on the activities of their enterprise. This website enables you to obtain information on the licenses pertaining to your business. Use the search below to find the licenses you will require to start your business.

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E-Registry

News

BORDER LOCAL AUTHORITIES ADHERING TO BORDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM The Business Regulatory Review Agency (BRRA) has successfully completed its quarterly review of the business regulatory environment. The business monitoring was conducted in the border towns of Sesheke and Kazungula Districts.
MCTI ONE STOP SHOP SHINES AT AFRICA PUBLIC SERVICE DAY COMMEMORATION The Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry (MCTI) and its statutory bodies emerged as top performers at the 2025 Africa Public Service Day (APSD) commemorations held in Lusaka. The Ministry’s innovative One Stop Shop model was recognised with two awards:
SINGLE LICENSING SYSTEM: WHAT IS IT AND WHERE ARE WE? The Single Licensing System (SLS), as defined in the Business Regulatory Act, means a licensing system designed to facilitate compliance with multiple licensing requirements by multiple regulatory bodies through a single regulatory point or a Regulatory Services Center.
STREAMLINING BORDER OPERATIONS TO ENHANCE TRADE FACILITATION The Business Regulatory Review Agency (BRRA) recently conducted a monitoring exercise in the border towns of Nakonde, Ndola, Mufulira and Chililabombwe. The purpose of the monitoring activity, carried out from 31st March to 4th April 2025, was to assess the level of compliance by local authorities with the National Trade Facilitation Committee (NTFC) directive.
WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN IN BUSINESS Starting a business is often compared to navigating uncharted waters - challenging, unpredictable and at times, overwhelming. For women, the journey can be even more demanding due to a combination of household responsibilities, economic barriers, social expectations, legal hurdles and institutional limitations that often place them at a disadvantage.
CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY COMMEND BRRA FOR BUSINESS REGULATION ENGAGEMENTS Chambers of Commerce and Industry across various districts have commended the Business Regulatory Review Agency (BRRA) for its proactive role in assisting businesses to navigate the besiness regulatory environment. The commendations highlight BRRA’s instrumental contribution in addressing regulatory challenges and supporting the private sector.

Promoting a Conducive Business Regulatory Environment

Plot No. 2251, Fairley Road Ridgeway, LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00AM – 5:00PM
Phone: +260 211 259165
Email: info@brra.org.zm

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