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Read Story →Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Northrise University programmes are recognised and accredited by key academic and professional bodies, supporting quality education and relevant qualifications.
Higher Education Authority
Northrise is a registered private Zambian University that’s certified by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) to award certificates, diplomas, and confer bachelor's and master’s degrees.
Zambia Qualifications Authority
All Northrise University programs are fully accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) and its qualifications are approved for the job market by the Zambia Qualifications Authority.
Nursing and Midwifery Council of Zambia
Provides professional regulation and recognition for nursing and midwifery education.
Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants
Provides professional recognition within Zambia's accounting and finance profession.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Connects accounting education with internationally recognised professional standards.
QUALITY EDUCATION
BRIGHTER TOMORROWS
PEOPLE | PURPOSE | PROGRESS
Uniquely Positioned
Nestled in Ndola, Zambia and connected to the world, Northrise University offers a modern learning environment, quality facilities and a vibrant community.
Take a virtual tour and discover what makes Northrise a special place to learn, grow and make an impact.
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Life at
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Modern Campus Facilities
Vibrant Student Community
Connected Global Outlook
Northrise Graduates Make a Difference.
Northrise graduates are building careers, businesses and communities across Zambia and beyond. Meet some of the people behind those stories.
Thousands of possibilities.
Dr. Lyon Chipandwe
Northrise helped prepare Lyon for the business journey that followed, complementing his professional background with skills that helped him grow as an entrepreneur.
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What will your Northrise story be?
Build the knowledge, confidence and experience to make your own impact.
Northrise: A Transformational Investment.
Northrise is transforming lives through education, leadership and service — creating impact that extends far beyond the university campus.
Called to create
opportunity in Zambia.
Dr. Moffat & Mrs. Doreen Zimba
Founders, Northrise University
A Vision Born With Purpose.
Northrise University was founded by Dr. Moffat and Mrs. Doreen Zimba, Zambians who felt called by God to bring educational opportunity to their homeland.
Through their leadership, Northrise has secured strategic partners around the world who have helped the university grow into a strong and respected institution.
Today, opportunities continue to abound to invest in Northrise — a centre of transformation impacting Zambia economically, culturally and spiritually.
Become Part of the Northrise Story.
You can be part of the Northrise University Initiative effort to advance the work of Northrise University in Zambia. The Initiative supports the vision and mission of Northrise through funding for student scholarships, capital projects and general operations.
NUI also participates in the development of academic and other vital partnerships in the United States and coordinates mission and vision trips to Northrise University, giving supporters an opportunity to experience firsthand what God is doing through Northrise and to serve alongside its students, faculty and staff.
Student Scholarships
Helping expand access to a transformational Northrise education for students.
University Growth
Supporting capital projects and general operations that strengthen the university's capacity and future.
Partnerships & Mission
Building academic partnerships and creating opportunities to visit, serve and experience Northrise firsthand.
Become part of Northrise.
Learn how your partnership can help advance the vision and mission of Northrise University.