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Zambia Tourism
Zambia Travel
Zambia Consulate
Spirit of the Land (photos)
Blogs
Check out this blog about a journey to Kafakumba near Ndola, Zambia. This reflection on eight weeks with the people of Zambia is a must read for those who want to learn more. Click on the 2008 archived files at: |
About Zambia
Home to Victoria Falls and many other magnificent waterfalls, spectacular wildlife, rich culture, friendly people, blue skies and lakes, and walking safaris, it truly lives up to its name: Zambia, the Real Africa.
Geography:
Size is 752,614 sq km , slightly larger than Texas, US. Zambia has a tropical climate which is modified by altitude. There's one rainy season which lasts from October to April. Zambia's terrain is mostly high plateau with some hills and mountains. Zambia is a landlocked country with the Zambezi river forming a natural boundary with Zimbabwe.
Population:
Just over 11 million people live in Zambia. Life expectancy is around 39 years. Birth rate is on average 5.47 per woman. 16.5% of the population is believed to have HIV/AIDS.
Languages:
English (official); major vernaculars include Bemba, Kaonda, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Nyanja, Tonga, and about 70 other indigenous languages.
Ethnic Groups:
African 98.7% (major tribes - Bemba, Kaonda, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Nyanja, Tonga, Chewa), European 1.1, and other 0.2%.
Religion:
Christian 50%-75%, Muslim and Hindu 24%-49%, indigenous beliefs 1%.
