Zambia

Country Zambia
Capital Lusaka
Continent Africa
Currency Zambian kwacha(ZMW)
Languages English, Bemba, Tonga, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Kaonde, Nyanja & Chewa

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Introduction

The territory of Northern Rhodesia was administered by the [British] South Africa Company from 1891 until it was taken over 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. The election in 2001 was marked by administrative problems with three parties filing a legal petition challenging the election of ruling party candidate Levy MWANAWASA. The new president launched an anticorruption investigation in 2002 to probe high-level corruption during the previous administration. In 2006-07, this task force successfully prosecuted four cases, including a landmark civil case in the UK in which former President CHILUBA and numerous others were found liable for USD 41 million. MWANAWASA was reelected in 2006 in an election that was deemed free and fair. Upon his abrupt death in August 2008, he was succeeded by his Vice President Rupiah BANDA, who subsequently won a special presidential election in October 2008.

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Zambia Masterclass on Climate Resilient Infrastructure Public-Private Partnerships - Global Center on AdaptationZambia Masterclass on Climate Resilient Infrastructure Public-Private Partnerships  Global Center on Adaptation

Zambia Strengthens Ties with Czech Republic Through Cooperation in Technology, Education, and Infrastructure - TechAfrica NewsZambia Strengthens Ties with Czech Republic Through Cooperation in Technology, Education, and Infrastructure  TechAfrica News

Zambia Inflation Rate Slows for 6th Month - TradingViewZambia Inflation Rate Slows for 6th Month  TradingView

Zambia launches malaria vaccine to protect over half million children - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceZambia launches malaria vaccine to protect over half million children  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Digital innovation for resilient agriculture: lessons from Zambia - Africa24 TVDigital innovation for resilient agriculture: lessons from Zambia  Africa24 TV

Vedanta to scale up $1 bn investment plan for Konkola Copper Mines in Zambia for developing new facilities, says CEO - MintVedanta to scale up $1 bn investment plan for Konkola Copper Mines in Zambia for developing new facilities, says CEO  Mint

ZMW USD: Zambia’s Inflation Eases Further on Sustained Kwacha Gains - Bloomberg.comZMW USD: Zambia’s Inflation Eases Further on Sustained Kwacha Gains  Bloomberg.com

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals begins construction of first overseas manufacturing facility in Zambia - Express PharmaAkums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals begins construction of first overseas manufacturing facility in Zambia  Express Pharma

Anantara Kafue River Tented Camp, Zambia: A Sanctuary Suspended Above the Wilderness - Hospitality NetAnantara Kafue River Tented Camp, Zambia: A Sanctuary Suspended Above the Wilderness  Hospitality Net

Shape the future with confidence - EYShape the future with confidence  EY

Cooperation in Action: Four Lessons from the First Inter-Parliamentary Strategic Planning Workshop in Zambia - International IDEACooperation in Action: Four Lessons from the First Inter-Parliamentary Strategic Planning Workshop in Zambia  International IDEA

2025 News items - Zambia formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Zambia formally accepts WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

U17 Women’s World Cup: Zambia chase last-eight berth against confident Canada - Confédération Africaine de FootballU17 Women’s World Cup: Zambia chase last-eight berth against confident Canada  Confédération Africaine de Football

US aid cuts were ‘long overdue’, Zambia’s president says - Financial TimesUS aid cuts were ‘long overdue’, Zambia’s president says  Financial Times

GONE - Ex-Chelsea manager Grant and Zambia part ways - africanfootball.comGONE - Ex-Chelsea manager Grant and Zambia part ways  africanfootball.com

WFP Zambia Country Brief, September 225 - ReliefWebWFP Zambia Country Brief, September 225  ReliefWeb

Zambia - Welcome to the United NationsZambia  Welcome to the United Nations

ZAMBIA: Dominican Sisters Celebrate Silver Jubilee of Religious Life - amecea newsZAMBIA: Dominican Sisters Celebrate Silver Jubilee of Religious Life  amecea news

Zambia Signs Deals With Chinese Lenders to Revamp Some Loans - Bloomberg.comZambia Signs Deals With Chinese Lenders to Revamp Some Loans  Bloomberg.com

Zambia and Czechia Forge Strategic Tech Alliance to Accelerate Digital Transformation - TechAfrica NewsZambia and Czechia Forge Strategic Tech Alliance to Accelerate Digital Transformation  TechAfrica News

Angola Seeks $4.5 Billion for Rail Link to Zambia’s Copperbelt - Bloomberg.comAngola Seeks $4.5 Billion for Rail Link to Zambia’s Copperbelt  Bloomberg.com

FirstRand Acquires Standard Chartered Zambia Retail & Wealth - TechFinancialsFirstRand Acquires Standard Chartered Zambia Retail & Wealth  TechFinancials

IAEA Mission to Zambia Finds Strong Commitment to Nuclear Security, Encourages Focus on Capacity Building - International Atomic Energy AgencyIAEA Mission to Zambia Finds Strong Commitment to Nuclear Security, Encourages Focus on Capacity Building  International Atomic Energy Agency

Zambia and former Chelsea manager Grant part ways - RFIZambia and former Chelsea manager Grant part ways  RFI

Zambia Launches Digital Skills Training for Agricultural Officers to Boost Sector Efficiency - TechAfrica NewsZambia Launches Digital Skills Training for Agricultural Officers to Boost Sector Efficiency  TechAfrica News

2025 FIFA Women's U17 World Cup: Round of 16 - Canada vs. Zambia - TSN2025 FIFA Women's U17 World Cup: Round of 16 - Canada vs. Zambia  TSN

Lighting the Path for Mission 300 - The Rockefeller FoundationLighting the Path for Mission 300  The Rockefeller Foundation

Anantara Kafue River Tented Camp Brings Unparalleled Luxury and Sustainability to Zambia’s Kafue National Park, Offering an Exclusive Safari Experience Amidst Untouched Wilderness - Travel And Tour WorldAnantara Kafue River Tented Camp Brings Unparalleled Luxury and Sustainability to Zambia’s Kafue National Park, Offering an Exclusive Safari Experience Amidst Untouched Wilderness  Travel And Tour World

Ministry of Technology and Science of Zambia and Huawei Jointly Launch the Global Smart Village Showcase, Exploring New Digital Transformation Modes for Villages - HuaweiMinistry of Technology and Science of Zambia and Huawei Jointly Launch the Global Smart Village Showcase, Exploring New Digital Transformation Modes for Villages  Huawei

Caritas Rejects illegitimate Constitutional-Making Process Caritas Zambia is a Catholic, faith-based organization that works to promote integral human development in Zambia, focusing on the poor and marginalized. Caritas had joined many civil society groupi - facebook.comCaritas Rejects illegitimate Constitutional-Making Process Caritas Zambia is a Catholic, faith-based organization that works to promote integral human development in Zambia, focusing on the poor and marginalized. Caritas had joined many civil society groupi  facebook.com

FirstRand's strategic expansion in Zambia aimed at wealth and retail banking dominance - BizcommunityFirstRand's strategic expansion in Zambia aimed at wealth and retail banking dominance  Bizcommunity

Avram Grant Steps Down as Zambia Soccer Coach Ahead of Africa Cup of Nations - DevdiscourseAvram Grant Steps Down as Zambia Soccer Coach Ahead of Africa Cup of Nations  Devdiscourse

FIFA U17 WORLD CUP U-17 World Cup: Kanyemba speaks after Zambia exit - Africa Top SportsFIFA U17 WORLD CUP U-17 World Cup: Kanyemba speaks after Zambia exit  Africa Top Sports

Smart Zambia boosts citizen trust and service speed with Dynamics 365 Customer Service - MicrosoftSmart Zambia boosts citizen trust and service speed with Dynamics 365 Customer Service  Microsoft

Zambia Tourism Agency Partners With Expedia In A Major Global Campaign To Boost Arrivals, Investment And Achieve Tourism Goals - Travel And Tour WorldZambia Tourism Agency Partners With Expedia In A Major Global Campaign To Boost Arrivals, Investment And Achieve Tourism Goals  Travel And Tour World

Event | Invitation to Early Market Engagement for Digital Zambia Acceleration Project (DZAP) - World Bank GroupEvent | Invitation to Early Market Engagement for Digital Zambia Acceleration Project (DZAP)  World Bank Group

Lumwana Mining Company: 7 Ways Boosting Zambia’s 2026 Copper - FarmonautLumwana Mining Company: 7 Ways Boosting Zambia’s 2026 Copper  Farmonaut

Zambia’s Copper Opportunity: Can the Workforce Keep Up? - World Bank GroupZambia’s Copper Opportunity: Can the Workforce Keep Up?  World Bank Group

Biological control curbs banana bunchy top virus in Zambia - FreshPlazaBiological control curbs banana bunchy top virus in Zambia  FreshPlaza

Ghana's currency could slip, Uganda's and Zambia's may rise - ZAWYAGhana's currency could slip, Uganda's and Zambia's may rise  ZAWYA

From Classrooms to Roads: How Ordinary Citizens are Transforming Zambia and Kenya - World Bank GroupFrom Classrooms to Roads: How Ordinary Citizens are Transforming Zambia and Kenya  World Bank Group

Zambia Banking Industry Survey Report 2025 - PwCZambia Banking Industry Survey Report 2025  PwC

Consultancy award for Tanzania-Zambia transmission line - African EnergyConsultancy award for Tanzania-Zambia transmission line  African Energy

Betway continues Zambia withdrawal following tax hikes - iGaming ExpertBetway continues Zambia withdrawal following tax hikes  iGaming Expert

Zambia National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Zambia National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Avram Grant out as Zambia coach just weeks before Africa Cup of Nations - AP NewsAvram Grant out as Zambia coach just weeks before Africa Cup of Nations  AP News

Jersey cow aiding dairy farming in Zambia - BBCJersey cow aiding dairy farming in Zambia  BBC

Israel’s Avram Grant announces he is stepping down as Zambia soccer coach - The Jerusalem PostIsrael’s Avram Grant announces he is stepping down as Zambia soccer coach  The Jerusalem Post

Zambia’s currency hits highest level since 2024 amid copper price boom - Business Insider AfricaZambia’s currency hits highest level since 2024 amid copper price boom  Business Insider Africa

Zambia hosts 8th Mental Health, Psychosocial Support Conference - Channel AfricaZambia hosts 8th Mental Health, Psychosocial Support Conference  Channel Africa

Zambia’s Anantara Launches First Luxury Safari Tented Camp in Kafue National Park: Latest Updates You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldZambia’s Anantara Launches First Luxury Safari Tented Camp in Kafue National Park: Latest Updates You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Hakainde Hichilema: Two men sentenced in Zambia for attempting to bewitch and kill president - BBCHakainde Hichilema: Two men sentenced in Zambia for attempting to bewitch and kill president  BBC

Zambian sisters address gender-based violence by focusing on healthy relationships - Global Sisters ReportZambian sisters address gender-based violence by focusing on healthy relationships  Global Sisters Report

Zambia to export first-ever beef consignment to DRC - APAnews - Agence de Presse AfricaineZambia to export first-ever beef consignment to DRC  APAnews - Agence de Presse Africaine

Zambia Gaming Association warns unlicensed operators - iGamingToday.comZambia Gaming Association warns unlicensed operators  iGamingToday.com

Zambia’s solar success comes with toxic waste risk - University of ReadingZambia’s solar success comes with toxic waste risk  University of Reading

Toxic wastewater from Chinese-owned copper mine threatens Zambian communities and environment - Chemistry WorldToxic wastewater from Chinese-owned copper mine threatens Zambian communities and environment  Chemistry World

Anantara Kafue River Tented Camp in Zambia Offers a Luxury Safari with Sustainable Practices, Wildlife Safaris and Eco-Tourism in the Kafue National Park - Travel And Tour WorldAnantara Kafue River Tented Camp in Zambia Offers a Luxury Safari with Sustainable Practices, Wildlife Safaris and Eco-Tourism in the Kafue National Park  Travel And Tour World

Zambia says third party expressed interest in taking on Afreximbank debts - CNBC AfricaZambia says third party expressed interest in taking on Afreximbank debts  CNBC Africa

ADF-17: At replenishment meeting in Zambia, African Development Bank calls for bold investment partnerships to bridge Africa’s critical financing gap - African Development Bank GroupADF-17: At replenishment meeting in Zambia, African Development Bank calls for bold investment partnerships to bridge Africa’s critical financing gap  African Development Bank Group

Teachers for All: Zambia - UnicefTeachers for All: Zambia  Unicef

Zambia: 'You Can't Build Without a Foundation' - MP's Fight for Every Zambian Child #ADEA2025 - allAfrica.comZambia: 'You Can't Build Without a Foundation' - MP's Fight for Every Zambian Child #ADEA2025  allAfrica.com

Zambia: Avram Grant sacked less than two months before AFCON 2025 - Foot AfricaZambia: Avram Grant sacked less than two months before AFCON 2025  Foot Africa

Repositioning Zambia to Leverage Energy Transition Minerals for Economic Transformation: A Roadmap - World Bank GroupRepositioning Zambia to Leverage Energy Transition Minerals for Economic Transformation: A Roadmap  World Bank Group

In Zambia, African Development Fund reshapes the country’s agriculture and education landscape - African Development Bank GroupIn Zambia, African Development Fund reshapes the country’s agriculture and education landscape  African Development Bank Group

Avram Grant dismissed from the position of Zambia's coach: reasons for the hasty decision - 112.uaAvram Grant dismissed from the position of Zambia's coach: reasons for the hasty decision  112.ua

FNB buys international business from British banking giant - Business TechFNB buys international business from British banking giant  Business Tech

Enhancing Conservation Through Data-Driven Decision-Making in Zambia - World Bank GroupEnhancing Conservation Through Data-Driven Decision-Making in Zambia  World Bank Group

Zambia And The Czech Republic Strengthen Ties At Tech4Zambia Innovation Forum - Broadcast Media AfricaZambia And The Czech Republic Strengthen Ties At Tech4Zambia Innovation Forum  Broadcast Media Africa

Anantara’s Exclusive Safari Experience Above Zambia’s Kafue River to Offer a Stunning Eco-Friendly Wilderness Retreat at Kafue River Tented Camp in April 2026 - Travel And Tour WorldAnantara’s Exclusive Safari Experience Above Zambia’s Kafue River to Offer a Stunning Eco-Friendly Wilderness Retreat at Kafue River Tented Camp in April 2026  Travel And Tour World

Avram Grant quits as Zambia coach before AFCON finals - TribalFootballAvram Grant quits as Zambia coach before AFCON finals  TribalFootball

Canada blanks Zambia to set up quarterfinal date with Brazil at FIFA U-17 World Cup - battlefordsNOWCanada blanks Zambia to set up quarterfinal date with Brazil at FIFA U-17 World Cup  battlefordsNOW

Morocco, Nigeria and Zambia fly Africa’s flag into U17 Women’s World Cup last 16 - Confédération Africaine de FootballMorocco, Nigeria and Zambia fly Africa’s flag into U17 Women’s World Cup last 16  Confédération Africaine de Football

Zambia: Selected Issues - International Monetary Fund (IMF)Zambia: Selected Issues  International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Zambia Boosts Climate Resilience with 15 New Automated Weather Stations from SASSCAL - TechAfrica NewsZambia Boosts Climate Resilience with 15 New Automated Weather Stations from SASSCAL  TechAfrica News

Zambia Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan - PMNCH - Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child HealthZambia Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan  PMNCH - Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health

Roger Federer Foundation Partners with OneSight - GlobeNewswireRoger Federer Foundation Partners with OneSight  GlobeNewswire

We were right! MOUs remain just that. They are not binding.. They have signed MOUs for 94% but restructured only 46% STATEMENT ON THE DEBT RESTRUCTURING PROCEES DELIVERED TO THE MEDIA BY THE MINISTER OF FINANCE AND NATION - facebook.comWe were right! MOUs remain just that. They are not binding.. They have signed MOUs for 94% but restructured only 46% STATEMENT ON THE DEBT RESTRUCTURING PROCEES DELIVERED TO THE MEDIA BY THE MINISTER OF FINANCE AND NATION  facebook.com

New documentary on China’s commercial activities in Zambia airs after two-month gag order - Reporters sans frontièresNew documentary on China’s commercial activities in Zambia airs after two-month gag order  Reporters sans frontières

Exploring How Zambia Can Leverage Energy Transition Minerals (ETM) for Economic Transformation - World Bank GroupExploring How Zambia Can Leverage Energy Transition Minerals (ETM) for Economic Transformation  World Bank Group

Copper Boom Helps Drive Zambia’s World-Beating Stock Gains - Bloomberg.comCopper Boom Helps Drive Zambia’s World-Beating Stock Gains  Bloomberg.com

Chinese-linked mining firms in Zambia sued by Copperbelt farmers over 'ecological catastrophe' - BBCChinese-linked mining firms in Zambia sued by Copperbelt farmers over 'ecological catastrophe'  BBC

Two men found guilty of witchcraft plot to kill Zambia’s president - The GuardianTwo men found guilty of witchcraft plot to kill Zambia’s president  The Guardian

Zambia’s 2026 Budget advances tax reform and business transparency - Polity.org.zaZambia’s 2026 Budget advances tax reform and business transparency  Polity.org.za

Zambia: South African Firm Transferring Toxic Lead - Human Rights WatchZambia: South African Firm Transferring Toxic Lead  Human Rights Watch

Vedanta Resources weighs Zambia copper IPO to fund $1 billion investment - Business StandardVedanta Resources weighs Zambia copper IPO to fund $1 billion investment  Business Standard

Zambia Affirms Strong Support for AfDB President Ould Tah’s vision for New African Financial Architecture - African Development Bank GroupZambia Affirms Strong Support for AfDB President Ould Tah’s vision for New African Financial Architecture  African Development Bank Group

Tourists from Malawi and Zambia are first to face $15,000 visa bonds in US - Al JazeeraTourists from Malawi and Zambia are first to face $15,000 visa bonds in US  Al Jazeera

Rising Political Frustration in Zambia - Council on Foreign RelationsRising Political Frustration in Zambia  Council on Foreign Relations

WAFCON 2026: Zambia become first team to qualify - Confédération Africaine de FootballWAFCON 2026: Zambia become first team to qualify  Confédération Africaine de Football

Meet Indian billionaire who has mines in Zambia, South Africa, now plans to buy diamond giant, his net worth is Rs... - DNA IndiaMeet Indian billionaire who has mines in Zambia, South Africa, now plans to buy diamond giant, his net worth is Rs...  DNA India

Zambia: Acid Spill Jeopardizes Residents’ Health - Human Rights WatchZambia: Acid Spill Jeopardizes Residents’ Health  Human Rights Watch

Debating Trump 2.0 and Implications for Africa - Reality Check for Zambia: Resilience in the Face of US Aid Cuts? - Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP)Debating Trump 2.0 and Implications for Africa - Reality Check for Zambia: Resilience in the Face of US Aid Cuts?  Stiftung Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP)

Former Chelsea boss is sacked by Zambia after failing to qualify for next summer's expanded World Cup - Daily MailFormer Chelsea boss is sacked by Zambia after failing to qualify for next summer's expanded World Cup  Daily Mail

Avram Grant out as Zambia coach - daily-sun.comAvram Grant out as Zambia coach  daily-sun.com

Bayer Opens Maize Seed Facility in Zambia to Support Food Security for about 30 Million People - BayerBayer Opens Maize Seed Facility in Zambia to Support Food Security for about 30 Million People  Bayer

Zambia provides a blueprint for rural development worldwide - HuaweiZambia provides a blueprint for rural development worldwide  Huawei

Transforming Sanitation for a more Sustainable and Healthier Future in Zambia - World Bank GroupTransforming Sanitation for a more Sustainable and Healthier Future in Zambia  World Bank Group

Roger Federer Foundation Partners With OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation to Bring Vision Care to Zambian Schoolchildren - VisionMonday.comRoger Federer Foundation Partners With OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation to Bring Vision Care to Zambian Schoolchildren  VisionMonday.com

Häuptle hails Zambia’s spirit as Copper Queens qualify for WAFCON 2026 - COSAFAHäuptle hails Zambia’s spirit as Copper Queens qualify for WAFCON 2026  COSAFA