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___ ZambiaA virtual guide to Zambia. Get an overview of Zambia's art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy and its government.Beside a country profile with facts and figures, this page offers maps, statistics, weather information, and links to sources that provide you with information about this South African nation, e.g.: official web sites of Zambia, addresses of Zambian embassies, domestic airlines, local news, city- and country guides with extensive travel and tourism information. |
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Republic of Zambia |
Country Profile |
 Flag of Zambia Background: The territory of Northern Rhodesia was administered by the South Africa Company from 1891 until takeover by the UK in 1923. During the 1920s and 1930s, advances in mining spurred development and immigration. The name was changed to Zambia upon independence in 1964. In the 1980s and 1990s, declining copper prices and a prolonged drought hurt the economy. Elections in 1991 brought an end to one-party rule, but the subsequent vote in 1996 saw blatant harassment of opposition parties. (Source: CIA - The World Factbook) border countries: Angola, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe related countries: South Africa, United Kingdom |
 Official Name: Republic of Zambia short form: Zambia former: Northern Rhodesia ISO Country Code: zm Capital City: Lusaka (pop. approx. 1 million) Other Cities: Kitwe, Ndola, Livingstone, Kabwe. Government: Type: Republic. Independence: 24 October 1964 (from UK). Constitution: 1991 (amended in 1996 to establish presidential term limits). Geography: Location: Southern Africa, landlocked country east of Angola. Area: 752 614 sq. km. (290 585 sq. mi.). Terrain: Varies; mostly high plateau savanna with some hills and mountains. Climate: Generally dry and temperate, tropical; modified by altitude; rainy season (Oct. to April). People: Nationality: Zambian(s). Population (2007): 11.5 million. Ethnic groups: More than 70 ethnic groups. Main tribes are the Lozi, the Bemba, the Ngoni, the Tonga, the Luda, the Luvale and the Kaonde. Religions: Christian, indigenous beliefs, Muslim, Hindu. Languages: English (official), about 70 local languages and dialects, including Bemba, Lozi, Kaonde, Lunda, Luvale, Tonga, and Nyanja. Literacy: women: 60.6%; men: 81.6% Natural resources: Copper, cobalt, zinc, lead, coal, emeralds, gold, silver, uranium, hydropower. Agriculture products: Corn, sorghum, rice, peanuts, sunflower seed, vegetables, flowers, tobacco, cotton, sugarcane, cassava (tapioca), coffee; cattle, goats, pigs, poultry, milk, eggs, hides Industries: Copper mining and processing, construction, foodstuffs, beverages, chemicals, textiles, fertilizer, horticulture. Exports partners: Switzerland 24.6%, South Africa 10.8%, Thailand 10.3%, China 9.9%, Italy 9%, Democratic Republic of the Congo 5%, Tanzania 4.7% (2006) Imports partners: South Africa 50%, Zimbabwe 5.4%, UAE 4.7%, China 4.4% (2006) Currency: Zambian Kwacha (ZMK) (Source: Embassy of the Republic of Zambia and others.) |
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Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of ZambiaThe Republic of Zambia - State HouseZambias Government online. National Assembly of Zambia The Zambian Parliament. Diplomatic Missions Permanent Mission of Zambia to the UN Mission of Zambia to the United Nations. Embassy of the Republic of Zambia in the US Washington, DC. Zambia High Commissioner London List of Zambia Missions Worldwide Address list of Zambian Missions abroad. Statistics Central Statistical Office of Zambia Zambia in figures. Zambia MapsMap of ZambiaPolitical Map of Zambia.  Google
Earth ZambiaZoomable satellite view of Zambia. Google
Earth LusakaZoomable satellite view of Zambia's capital city. Google
Earth Victoria FallsZoomable satellite view of Victoria Falls. Map
of Africa Political Map of Africa.  Elephants at the river. © ZNTB |
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NewsZanaZambia News Agency (not recently updated). The Post National news. Times of Zambia Zambia News. Zambia Daily Mail Without Fear Or Favour. International News Sources Allafrica.com - Zambia With news from Zambia. Mail & Guardian Leading newspaper from South Africa, covers all Africa with current information. Broadcast Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation Provides local news and live radio streams. |
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Arts & CultureBH MagazineUrban African and Zambian Lifestyle Magazine. Ngoni Dancing Group Folklore Dancing Group. Zambia Sosa Zambian lifestyle site. |
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Business & EconomyBank of ZambiaThe central bank of Zambia. Development Bank of Zambia Official website of the bank. Lusaka Stock Exchange The principal stock exchange of Zambia. Zambiz Zambia Business Website Directory. Zambia Export Grower's Association (ZEGA) Non profit association to promote the interests of Zambian growers wishing to export fresh horticulture produce. __Transportation Airline Zambian Airways Located in Lusaka, serves local and regional routes. |
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Destination Zambia - Travel and Tour GuidesDiscover Zambia: Zambezi River, Victoria Falls, Lake Bangweulu, lake Kariba, lake Mweru Wantipa and part of lake TanganyikaInformation on accommodation, hotels, attractions, festivals, events, tourist boards, tours and much more by following the links below. Zambia National Tourist Board Zambia travel guide. Lusaka Lowdown Magazine including Information about Lusaka, Zambia's Capital. Zamazing Site about what to do in Lusaka. Spirit of the Land Photographer Stephen Robinson shows the landscapes of Zambia in panoramic format. New Zambia Economic reflections for a new and better Zambia. (Blog) The Zambian US based Zambian community portal. Visit Zambia A travel and tourism site with comprehensive country information. Zanglish Dictionary of Zambian English. |
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EducationThe University of ZambiaOfficial website of the university located in Lusaka. |
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Environment & NatureAir pollution and resulting acid rain in the mineral extraction and refining region; chemical runoff into watersheds.Lack of adequate water treatment presents human health risks. Poaching seriously threatens rhinoceros, elephant, antelope, and large cat populations. Deforestation with soil erosion and desertification. Governmental Zambezi River Authority (of Zambia and Zimbabwe) The function of the authority is to manage and develop the water resources of the common Zambezi River and the Kariba Dam Complex. NGO's Chipembele Wildlife Education Centre The Centre is a learning facility for Zambian children. It focuses its programmes on wildlife, the environment and conservation issues. Conservation Lower Zambezi CLZ Providing a safe refuge for elephants and other wildlife of the Lower Zambezi National Park in Zambia. Kasanka Trust Website of the charity working to conserve and develop Kasanka National Park. Mwanachingwala Conservation Area Site about the wetland habitat in in the Kafue Flats near Lochinvar, Zambia. Zambezi Society Conservation group devoted solely to looking after the Zambezi. Zambian Ornithological Society Society for the protection of Zambia’s bird life. |
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HistoryHistory of ZambiaPage of the Zambia National Tourist Board about Zambia's history. History of Zambia Wikipedia entry about Zambia's history. |
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SearchThe ZambianZambian portal site and directory. Zamnet The internet in Zambia Zambia Online A portal to Zambia Additional Information about ZambiaAfrica South of Sahara (Karen Fung) ZambiaAfrican Studies Zambia BBC News Country Profile: Zambia Index on Africa: Country pages: Zambia MBendi Country Profile: Zambia Open Directory Project: Zambia Wikipedia: Zambia The World Factbook -- Zambia |
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