About Zambia

A brief history about Zambia

Zambia is a landlocked country located in southern Africa, bordered by Tanzania to the northeast, Malawi to the east, Mozambique to the southeast, Zimbabwe and Botswana to the south, Namibia to the southwest, Angola to the west, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the northwest. The capital city is Lusaka, located in the southern part of the country.

Zambia has a diverse population consisting of over 70 ethnic groups, each with its own unique cultures and traditions. The official language is English, used in government and schools, while Bemba, Nyanja, and Tonga are some of the major local languages spoken.

The country is rich in natural resources, notably copper, and the economy is heavily dependent on mining, particularly copper mining.

 

 

One of Africa’s Largest
Copper Producer

Mining has been a cornerstone of Zambia’s economy for decades. The country is Africa’s second-largest copper producer after the Democratic Republic of Congo. Copper mining, in particular, has been crucial in driving economic growth, contributing a significant portion of export earnings and government revenue. Zambia’s Copperbelt Province, which borders the Democratic Republic of Congo, is the key mining region, home to several large mining operations.

Natural resources include Cobalt, nickel, diamond, coal, uranium, and water.

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Quick Facts about Zambia

Location

Southern Africa, between latitude 8°S and 18°S and between 20°E and 35°E.  Landlocked with eight neighbours: Angola , Botswana , Namibia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi , Tanzania and Democratic Republic of Congo.

Capital City: Lusaka

Tourist Capital: Livingstone

Weather

Altitude 1,277 meters above sea level (18°C – 31°C), coldest June/July 9°C – 23°C, and wettest in December (231 mm).  In a normal year, the rainy season lasts from October to April.

Climate: Tropical

Land

Arable land: 60 million hectors. Only 15% of arable land is cultivated. 35% of total freshwater resources in Southern Africa is found in Zambia.

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Major Tourist Attractions

Zambia is home to 20 national parks and 34 game management areas as well as 23 million hectares devoted to the conservation of an amazing variety of wild animals and bird species

Victoria Falls( one of the 7 wonders of the world)

River

Kariba Dam (one of the largest man made lakes)

Lakes

Kalambo Falls (one of the deepest Falls in Africa)

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Useful Information

International Dialling code: +260

Internet Domain: .zm 

Measures: metric system

Currency: Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)=Ngwee

ATMs: Available countrywide. Master and

Visa are widely acceptable.

Visas: www.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm

Electricity: 3 pin plug British type 240 v   

Emergency: 999 

Amazing tradition and Culture

The country also holds a number of traditional ceremonies including the Kuomboka, Nc’wala , Likumbi Lyamize, Shimunenga, Mutomboko and Ukusefya pa Ngwena.

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