The Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia today commemorated 25 years of Wikipedia with a training and engagement session designed to expand local participation in the global free knowledge movement. The event, held as part of ongoing efforts aligned with the Knowledge Without Borders Project 2026, brought together new and returning members to reflect on Wikipedia’s impact and to strengthen practical editing skills. Organisers said the celebration was not only about marking a milestone, but about ensuring that more Zambians actively contribute to documenting knowledge online. The programme began with an introduction to Wikipedia and its mission of making knowledge freely accessible to everyone. Participants were guided through account creation, with new members signing up while older members revived and updated their existing accounts. A hands-on basic editing workshop followed, allowing participants to make their first edits and understand the principles of responsible contribution.…