Zambia — Country Facts & Profile
Eastern Africa, Africa
Zambia ranks #65 by population and #40 by land area worldwide. Officially known as Zambia, this independent country sits in Eastern Africa and is home to 19,693,423 people. Lusaka serves as its capital. The official language is English. The national currency is the Zambian kwacha (ZK ZMW).
Country Statistics
Financial Profile
Zambia has a GDP per capita of $1,187, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Physical Geography
Zambia is located in Eastern Africa at coordinates 15.00°S, 30.00°E. It shares borders with 8 countries. Total land area: 752,612 km² (290,585 mi²). Population density: 26 people per km². The highest point is Mafinga Central at 2,339 m.
Quality of Life
Key indicators for visiting or living in Zambia. Average temperature in Lusaka: 24.6°C (76°F).
Flora & Fauna
Zambia has 4 zoos and 1 botanical garden.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Notable Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Zambia, including New Lusaka Stadium with a capacity of 70,000 seats.
70,000 seats
Notable Cities of Zambia
Subdivisions
Lusaka Province
15 cities · 2,871,814 people
Largest: Lusaka
Copperbelt
12 cities · 2,245,693 people
Largest: Kitwe
Southern Province
14 cities · 642,424 people
Largest: Livingstone
North-Western
13 cities · 561,957 people
Largest: Solwezi
Eastern Province
7 cities · 519,404 people
Largest: Chipata
Central Province
6 cities · 513,810 people
Largest: Kabwe
Northern Province
8 cities · 394,443 people
Largest: Kasama
Luapula Province
8 cities · 384,201 people
Largest: Mansa
Western Province
7 cities · 245,102 people
Largest: Mongu
Muchinga
5 cities · 238,314 people
Largest: Nakonde
Frequently Asked Questions about Zambia
- What is the capital of Zambia?
- The capital of Zambia is Lusaka.
- What is the population of Zambia?
- Zambia has a population of approximately 19,693,423 people.
- What continent is Zambia in?
- Zambia is located in Africa, in the Eastern Africa subregion.
- Where is Zambia located?
- Zambia is located in Eastern Africa, Africa, at coordinates 15.0°S, 30.0°E.
- What currency does Zambia use?
- Zambia uses the Zambian kwacha (ZK ZMW).
- What is the capital and currency of Zambia?
- The capital of Zambia is Lusaka and the currency is the Zambian kwacha (ZMW).
- What language is spoken in Zambia?
- The official language of Zambia is English.
- What is the area of Zambia?
- Zambia covers a total area of 752,612 km² (290,585 square miles).
- How large is Zambia in square miles?
- Zambia has a total area of approximately 290,585 square miles (752,612 km²).
- What is the population density of Zambia?
- Zambia has a population density of approximately 26 people per km².
- Is Zambia an independent country?
- Yes, Zambia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Zambia border?
- Zambia shares land borders with 8 countries.
- What is the GDP per capita of Zambia?
- The GDP per capita of Zambia is approximately $1,187.
- What is the average temperature in Lusaka?
- The average annual temperature in Lusaka, the capital of Zambia, is approximately 24.6°C (76°F).
- What countries border Zambia?
- Zambia shares land borders with: Angola, Botswana, DR Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Zimbabwe.
- What is the country calling code for Zambia?
- The international calling code for Zambia is +260. To call Zambia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +260 and the local number.
- What time zone is Zambia in?
- Zambia operates on the UTC+02:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Zambia?
- The highest point in Zambia is Mafinga Central at 2,339 m (7,674 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Zambia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Zambia is approximately $1,220 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Zambia?
- The average internet speed in Zambia is 14 Mbps, which is considered below average by global standards.