HELSB - Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Board

The Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Board (HELSB) was established by the Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Act No. 31 of 2016. HELSB replaced the Bursaries Committee which was established by Statutory Instrument No. 182 of 1973 of the Education Act CAP 134 of the Laws of Zambia. HELSB has taken over the administration of student loans and scholarships from the Bursaries Committee.

OUR MISSION
“To administer loans and scholarships for higher education to meet the National demand for Human Capital.”

OUR VISION
“A dynamic, visible and accessible provider of loans and scholarships for higher education to eligible Zambians.”

OUR CORE VALUES
“In executing the Mission, HELSB is committed to observing the following core values, namely; Courtesy, Integrity, Accountability, Equity, Transparency, Teamwork and Professionalism.”