UD Trucks Expands Southern African Presence with Official Launch in Zambia

Author: Staff WriterPublished on: October 26, 2026Country: Zambia

Business & Economy

UD Trucks Expands Southern African Presence with Official Launch in Zambia

UD Trucks Southern Africa officially launched in Zambia on October 1 in Lusaka, in partnership with Imperial Motors Zambia, part of Motus Africa. The brand will operate across Lusaka, Kitwe and Solwezi, serving industries including mining, agriculture, construction and logistics. More than 90 people attended the launch at Imperial Motors’ facility, where Fredrick Mwalusaka, permanent secretary at Zambia’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics, joined the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Following UD Trucks’ introduction in Malawi in 2025, the partnership aims to provide vehicles, aftersales support and long-term customer relationships.

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