History — Legacy Manufacturers Ltd

2016
A Vision is Born

Legacy was established on 16th February 2016 as Legacy Sawmills Limited, driven by a vision of building a proudly Zambian manufacturing business that would contribute to the country's industrial growth.
2019
A New Direction

Recognising the growing need for affordable, nutritious food products, the company changed its name to Legacy Manufacturers Limited and shifted its strategic focus to food manufacturing, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
2020
Investing in Modern Manufacturing

Legacy invested in state-of-the-art food processing equipment, enabling the commercial production of Textured Soy Protein (Soya Pieces), Nik Naks, and Corn Puffs. This investment laid the foundation for the company's future growth.
2022
Expanding Our Product Range

Driven by our commitment to improving household nutrition, we introduced Instant Porridge and Instant Thobwa, providing Zambian families with nutritious, convenient, and affordable food options.
2023
Growing Across Zambia

Legacy successfully expanded its distribution network, making its products available through wholesalers, distributors, supermarkets, and retailers in all ten provinces of Zambia.
2024
Supporting Local Agriculture

By strengthening partnerships with local suppliers, Legacy reached and supported thousands of Zambian farmers through the purchase of locally produced agricultural commodities, creating shared value across the food value chain.
2024
National Recognition

Legacy was honoured with the Manufacturer of the Year Award (SME) by the Zambia Association of Manufacturers (ZAM), recognising our contribution to Zambia's manufacturing sector.
2024
Company of the Year

Legacy was awarded the prestigious Company of the Year Award (SME) by the Zambia Bureau of Standards (ZABS), recognising our commitment to quality, excellence, and continuous improvement.
2025
Regional Recognition

Legacy proudly represented Zambia at the SADC Quality Awards, where the company was named Runner-up for Company of the Year (SME) in Madagascar, demonstrating that Zambian manufacturing can compete successfully on the regional stage.
2025
Award-Winning Nutrition

Our flagship Soyalicious Instant Porridge was recognised as Product of the Year at both the Zambia Quality Awards (Livingstone) and the SADC Quality Awards (Johannesburg, South Africa), reaffirming our commitment to producing nutritious, high-quality food products.
2026
A New Era of Growth

Legacy commissioned its new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Lusaka, significantly increasing production capacity and strengthening its ability to serve customers across Zambia while preparing for regional expansion.
The Future
Building an African Food Brand

Our journey is only just beginning. We are investing in innovation, technology, and people as we work towards becoming one of Africa's leading indigenous food manufacturers. Our ambition is to take proudly Zambian food products beyond our borders and into regional markets across Southern and Central Africa, while continuing to support local farmers, create jobs, and deliver nutritious food that families can trust.

Our Mission

We exist to transform locally sourced agricultural produce into affordable, nutritious, and delicious food products through innovation, world-class manufacturing, and continuous improvement. By investing in our people, embracing technology, maintaining the highest quality standards, and operating sustainably, we create value for our customers, empower farmers, grow our employees, and contribute meaningfully to Africa's industrial and economic development.

Our Vision

To nourish every home with proudly Zambian food products that inspire healthier lives, strengthen local agriculture, and earn the trust of families across Africa.