General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Lusaka |
| Country | Zambia |
| Currency | Zambian kwacha |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.1% |
| Gdp | $27.36 billion |
| Size | 752,618 km² |
| Population | 18,383,955 |
| Population density | 24.4 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 5.4 |
| City population | 43.8% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 15∘C |
| Summer | 27∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English |
| Population able to read | 80.6% |
| Population with a college degree | 13.4% |
| Population able to speak english | 1.7% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 45.6 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | No |
| Crime | 4.6/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Zambia Airways |
| Main airport | Kenneth Kaunda International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $2 |
| Burger | $3 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $2 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $150/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 30% |
| Vat | 16% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $3500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 11.97/MBits |
| Tld | .zm |
| Free wifi | 4/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 25% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 50% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type D, Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | Clicks |
| Drugstore | Dis-Chem |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 2am |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 7/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Nshima | A staple food made from maize flour and water, served with a variety of stews and sauces | 1-2 |
| Ifisashi | A stew made from beef, tomatoes, onions, and peppers | 3-5 |
| Chikanda | Fried chicken served with nshima or rice | 4-6 |
| Kapenta | Small, dried fish that are fried or boiled and served as a snack or side dish | 2-4 |
| Munkoyo | A type of wild mushroom that is cooked in a stew or sauce | 3-5 |
| Inshima | A type of porridge made from maize flour and water, served with milk or sugar | 1-2 |
| Chibwabwa | A type of vegetable stew made with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and greens | 2-4 |
| Ifinkubala | A type of fried dough that is served as a snack or side dish | 1-2 |
| Matebeto | A type of grilled meat that is served with nshima or rice | 4-6 |
| Chikanda chakundu | A type of spicy chicken stew | 3-5 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Chibuku Shake | A traditional fermented maize drink | 1-2 |
| Munkoyo | A non-alcoholic drink made from baobab fruit | 2-3 |
| Zambrew | A lager beer | 2-3 |
| Mosi | A clear beer | 2-3 |
| Castle Lager | A lager beer | 2-3 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chitenge | A colorful, printed cotton fabric used for clothing and other items | $5-$20 |
| Mukula | A fragrant, reddish-brown wood used for carving and making furniture | $10-$50 |
| Copper | Zambia is known for its copper mining industry, and you can find copper jewelry, ornaments, and other items | $5-$50 |
| Malachite | A green, semi-precious stone found in Zambia, used for jewelry and other decorative items | $10-$100 |
| Basketry | Intricate baskets made from natural materials like reeds and grasses | $5-$20 |
| Pottery | Handmade pottery with traditional designs and patterns | $10-$50 |
| Wood carvings | Carvings made from local woods, depicting animals, people, and other subjects | $10-$100 |
| Masks | Traditional masks used in ceremonies and rituals | $20-$100 |
| Musical instruments | Traditional musical instruments like drums, marimbas, and kalimbas | $10-$100 |
| Wildlife souvenirs | Items made from animal skins, fur, or feathers, such as keychains, bags, and jewelry | $10-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Youth Day | March 12 | Commemorates the role of young people in the country’s independence struggle |
| Women’s Day | March 8 | Celebrates the achievements of women |
| Good Friday | Varies | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | Varies | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Africa Freedom Day | May 25 | Commemorates the founding of the Organisation of African Unity |
| Heroes’ Day | July 5 | Honours those who have fought for the country’s freedom |
| Unity Day | July 1 | Celebrates the country’s unity and diversity |
| Farmers’ Day | August 1 | Celebrates the contributions of farmers |
| Independence Day | October 24 | Commemorates the country’s independence from British rule |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | A public holiday following Christmas Day |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The Zambia Daily Mail |
| Online news | Lusaka Times |
| Tv | ZNBC TV1 |
| Radio | Radio Phoenix |