About Zambia

• Location: A Landlocked Country located in Africa.
• It is located nearly midway between the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn in the Southern Hemisphere.
• Longitudinally, it is located in the Eastern Hemisphere of the world
• Capital: Lusaka
• Languages: English, Nyanja, Bemba
• Neighbouring Countries: Zambia is bordered by eight countries:
  • North: Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania
  • East: Malawi and Mozambique
  • South: Zimbabwe and Botswana
  • West: Namibia and Angola
• Africa’s Second largest copper producer after the DR Congo.
  • While, Peru is the second largest producer of copper in the world, after Chile
• located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
• Zambia, unlike most of its neighbors, has managed to avoid the war and upheaval that has marked much of Africa’s post-colonial history, earning itself a reputation for political stability.

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Geographical Features of Zambia

• Central Plateau: Elevations between 1,000 to 1,600 meters; main agricultural region, growing crops like maize and tobacco.
• Valleys:
  • Zambezi Valley (south): Borders Zambia with lower altitudes, diverse wildlife.
  • Luangwa Valley (east): Known for rich wildlife, carved by the Luangwa River.
• Eastern Highlands (Muchinga Escarpment): Altitudes up to 1,800 meters, higher rainfall, supports coffee cultivation.
• Western Sandy Plains: Part of the Kalahari Basin, includes the Barotse Floodplain and Miombo Woodlands.

Rivers and Lakes

• Major Rivers:
  • Zambezi River: Largest river, originating in Zambia, flows into the Indian Ocean.Victoria Falls is a waterfall on the Zambezi River.
  • Kafue and Luangwa Rivers: Key for hydropower, irrigation, and wildlife support.
• Notable Lakes:
  • Lake Tanganyika: Second deepest freshwater lake, along Zambia’s northern border with Tanzania.
  • Lake Bangweulu and Lake Kariba: Important for fishing, transport, and tourism.