| Area Total | 752,618 sq km |
| Climate | tropical; modified by altitude; rainy season (October to April) |
| Natural Resources | coal, iron ore, limestone, magnesite, graphite, copper, zinc, lead, precious metals,hydropower |
| Imports | South Africa 28.2%, Democratic Republic of the Congo 20.8%, China 12.9%, Kuwait 5.4%, UAE 4.6% (2017) – machinery, transportation equipment, petroleum products, electricity, fertilizer, foodstuffs, clothing |
| Exports | Switzerland 44.8%, China 16.1%, Democratic Republic of the Congo 6.2%, Singapore 6%, South Africa 5.9% (2017) – copper/cobalt, cobalt, electricity; tobacco, flowers, cotton |
| Government | presidential republic |
| Capital | Lusaka |
| Population | 17,426,623 (July 2020 est.) |
| Ethnicity | Bemba 21%, Tonga 13.6%, Chewa 7.4%, Lozi 5.7%, Nsenga 5.3%, Tumbuka 4.4%, Ngoni 4%, Lala 3.1%, Kaonde 2.9%, Namwanga 2.8%, Lunda (north Western) 2.6%, Mambwe 2.5%, Luvale 2.2%, Lamba 2.1%, Ushi 1.9%, Lenje 1.6%, Bisa 1.6%, Mbunda 1.2%, other 13.8%, unspecified 0.4% (2010 est.) |
| Language | Bemba 33.4%, Nyanja 14.7%, Tonga 11.4%, Lozi 5.5%, Chewa 4.5%, Nsenga 2.9%, Tumbuka 2.5%, Lunda (North Western) 1.9%, Kaonde 1.8%, Lala 1.8%, Lamba 1.8%, English (official) 1.7%, Luvale 1.5%, Mambwe 1.3%, Namwanga 1.2%, Lenje 1.1%, Bisa 1%, other 9.7%, unspecified 0.2% (2010 est.) |
News about Zambia
- DEC Intercepts Suspects, Seizes Drugs in Nationwide Operationsby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
The Drug Enforcement Commission (DEC) has intercepted several suspects and seized significant quantities of cannabis and other controlled substances in ongoing operations targeting drug trafficking and illicit cultivation across the country. DEC Deputy Public Relations Officer, Theresa Mawere, said at Victoria Falls Border Post in Livingstone, officers […]
- State reaffirms commitment to sustainable land and water managementby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
Secretary to the Cabinet Patrick Kangwa has reaffirmed government’s commitment to safeguarding Zambia’s natural resources, emphasising the need for stronger coordination and policy alignment to address environmental challenges. Mr Kangwa says the long-term protection of forests, catchments, wetlands, and rivers is critical for the security of both […]
- WOZA, Tonse Alliance seal partnership ahead of August electionsby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
A new political alliance has been formed between the We’re One Zambia Alliance (WOZA) and the Tonse Alliance, with the bloc endorsing Brian Mundubile as its presidential candidate for the August 13 general elections. The endorsement was announced during the launch of the Tonse Alliance’s “100 Days of Hope” campaign, where WOZA confirmed it would
- KBF: Opposition unity must focus on solutions, not personalitiesby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
Zambia Must Prosper (ZMP) leader Kelvin Bwalya Fube has said opposition unity should be anchored on credible solutions and practical policies rather than efforts to remove individuals from office. Fube said past opposition alliances made the mistake of focusing primarily on removing the Patriotic Front from power, instead of presenting clear plans for […]
- Hichilema urges voters to back full UPND ticket in August pollsby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
President Hakainde Hichilema has called on citizens to support not only his presidential bid but also all candidates under the United Party for National Development in the upcoming general election. Speaking during a public engagement in Mongu, the Head of State said he was aware of sentiments among some voters who intend to vote for
- US$33 million-dollar water project launchedby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
Government with support from the World Bank has officially launched the Zambia Water Supply and Sanitation Services in Growth Centres (ZWSSGC) Programme for Results, a US$33 million initiative aimed at improving access to safe and sustainable water and sanitation services across the country. Speaking during the launch, Minister of Water Development and […]
- Expected rains in parts of Luapula and Northern provincesby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
The Zambia Meteorological Department (ZMD) says there is a 20 percent chance of recording rainfall exceeding 25mm over the extreme northern parts of Luapula and Northern Provinces. This is according to the latest Weekly Weather Bulletin issued by ZMD for the period 5th to 11th May, 2026. The Weekly Weather Bulletin further revealed that the
- Angola pledges continued bilateral ties with Zambiaby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
The Republic of Angola has pledged to continue with its policy of good neighborliness with Zambia. Angola’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tete Antonio, says Angola believes in a fair and balanced foreign policy and good neighborliness. Mr Antonio made these remarks today when he officially opened the Ministerial Meeting of the 34th Angola-Zambia Joint […]
- Govt releases funding towards rehabilitation of Lusaka Play Houseby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
Government has released approximately three million Kwacha, as part of a phased approach to rehabilitate the Lusaka Play House, in order to amplify its significance in shaping arts in the country. Speaking during the commencement ceremony in Lusaka, Minister of Youth Sport and Arts Elvis Nkandu, who was represented by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, […]
- President Hichilema commissions Mongu-Limulunga Roadby Guest Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on May 6, 2026
President Hakainde Hichilema has commissioned the Mongu–Limulunga Road in Western Province, marking a significant milestone in the government’s efforts to enhance road infrastructure development and boost economic activities in the region. Speaking during the commissioning, President Hichilema said the completion of the Mongu/Limulunga Road demonstrates […]


