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
- Italy Commits $270 Million to Lobito Corridor Rail Projectby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 25, 2025
The Italian Government has committed $270 million towards the development of the Lobito Corridor, a major railway infrastructure project linking Zambia, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The project aims to boost regional connectivity and accelerate economic integration through enhanced trade routes. The announcement was made by Africa […]
- ZESCO to Add 500 Megawatts of Solar Power to National Gridby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 25, 2025
ZESCO has announced plans to add approximately 500 megawatts of electricity from various solar power initiatives to the national grid in the near future, in a move aimed at mitigating Zambia’s current electricity deficit. Of the planned total, 134 megawatts are expected to come online within the next three months. ZESCO Managing Director Justin Longo
- Bishop Mambo Backs Cyber Law, Calls for Responsible Use of Social Mediaby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 25, 2025
Chikondi Foundation Founder, Bishop John Mambo, has welcomed the implementation of the Cyber Crimes and Cyber Security Act, describing it as a necessary step toward restoring order and accountability in the digital space. Speaking in a telephone interview with ZNBC News, Bishop Mambo said the law is timely and essential for promoting positive engagement on
- President Hichilema Pays Tribute to Pope Francis at Embassy of the Holy Seeby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 25, 2025
President Hakainde Hichilema paid a solemn visit to the Embassy of the Holy See in Lusaka to extend Zambia’s heartfelt condolences following the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis. In a moving tribute, President Hichilema described the late Pontiff as a beacon of humility and compassion whose influence transcended religious and political boundaries. […]
- The Refrain of Freedom and HH’s Cyber Security Actby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 25, 2025
By Kapya Kaoma It is bewildering to witness once staunch advocates of freedom suddenly support a law designed to quell the very voices that propelled them to power. What stirred Mark Simuuwe, the UPND Media Director, and Amb. Elias Munshya to champion the indefensible—the Cyber Security and Cyber Crimes Act, which President Hakainde Hichilema (HH)
- Opposition Alliances Struggling Due to Leadership Egos, Lack of Vision – Kavindeleby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 24, 2025
Former Vice President Enock Kavindele has declared that current opposition alliances in Zambia are doomed to fail unless their leaders prioritize national interests over personal ambitions. In an exclusive phone interview with ZNBC News, the seasoned politician attributed the alliances’ struggles to infighting, lack of clear policies, and weak grassroots […]
- ZCCM-IH Minority Shareholders and the Problem of Neo-Colonial Meddling in Zambia’s Sovereign Affairsby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 24, 2025
By Dr. Chris Patricks CAPE TOWN, The principle of national sovereignty is not up for debate. It is enshrined in international law and the United Nations Charter. Yet, in 2025, we are once again witnessing a troubling resurgence of foreign interference, disguised as shareholder activism, threatening the very dignity and autonomy of African nations. In
- Lusaka Mayor Champions Green Furure With WVD Zambia On Earth Dayby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 24, 2025
Lusaka joined the rest of the world in commemorating Earth Day, with a vibrant celebration held at Garden Site 3 Clinic under the themes “Our Earth, Our Responsibility” and “Our Power, Our Planet.” Her Worship, the Mayor of Lusaka, Ms. Chilando Chitangala, was the Guest of Honour at the event, which was organised by World
- Warning against smear campaignby Chief Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 23, 2025
Recently, our ZCCM Defense Association and I have been facing unfair diatribes and a smear campaign. Following our press release on the ouster of Bishop Mambo on 12 December 2024 (1), a certain Magret Mwansa went one step further by insulting me and making infamous slanderous remarks (2). Everything is a lie. Clearly our voice
- Why colonialism was actually good for Africa – Part 1by Lusaka Times Editor (Lusaka Times-Zambia's Leading Online News Site – LusakaTimes.com) on April 23, 2025
Why colonialism was actually good for Africa – Part 1 By Michael Chishala This article is not a “balanced” take on the good and bad of colonialism. There is already plenty written on the bad by many others and spoken about constantly in public discourse. I have chosen to focus on the benefits as that