About Zambia

Stand and Sing of Zambia Proud and Free

"The land of the legendary African walking safari, Victoria Falls, the wild Zambezi River, abundant wildlife and untamed wilderness – all in one friendly country.
Blessed with awe-inspiring natural wonders, a plethora of wildlife, huge bodies of water and vast open spaces, Zambia offers unforgettable holidays exploring the real Africa.
Acknowledged as one of the safest countries in the world to visit, Zambia’s welcoming people live in peace and harmony.
And here, in the warm heart of Africa, you will find some of the finest safari experiences on the planet, including face-to-face encounters with nature at its most untrammelled. Spectacular waterways provide adrenaline thrills or a leisurely playground for all ages. The birdlife is among the most diverse in the world.
Seventeen magnificent waterfalls, in addition to the spectacular Victoria Falls, provide avid adventurers with unique experiences and a taste of village life.

. (From Zambia tourism)

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Zambia gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1964 and its flag tells its story: 

green - natural resources and vegetation.
red - struggle for freedom.

black - people of Zambia.

orange  -  the country’s mineral wealth.
The eagle soaring above the three vertical bands represents the ability of the people to rise above the nation’s problems.

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 Cool Facts about Zambia 

*Zambia has 5 vast lakes, 3 major rivers, 17 or more waterfalls, and various wetland areas. 

*It is a completely land-locked country.

*Victoria Falls is 2X the height of Niagara Falls.

*All of Africa's Big 5 animals are found in Zambia.

*You can bungee-jump off the bridge at Victoria Falls.

• Independence Day - October 24 1964 
• soon to be 61 years as an independent country 
• Population: 21,314,956 (2024)
  • Median age is 17.7 years (2024)
• Capital city: Lusaka
  • Population: 3,181,000,920 (2023)
• Major languages: English (Official), Bemba 21%, Nyanja 14.7%, Tonga 13.6%, Chewa 7.4%, Lozi 5.7%
• Dominant religion: Christian  
• Motto : One Zambia, One  Nation
• Life expectancy at birth: 66.9 years (2024) 
• Monetary Unit: 1 Kwacha = 100 ngwee               1 Canadian dollar =  19.29 Kwacha (on January 21 2025) The word kwacha means "dawn".
• Population living below poverty line: 60% 
• Form of government: Multiparty Republic
• New President elected in August 2021: Hakainde Hichilema, also known as HH.
• Total Area of Zambia: 752,618 km²
• Time Zone : UTC+2      Dialing Code: +260
• National Flower: Bougainvillea
• National Game: Football /Soccer 
• National Bird: African Fish Eagle
• National Anthem:  Stand and sing of Zambia, Proud and Free