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Zambia

Republic of Zambia

Region

Africa • Eastern Africa

Capital

Lusaka

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The flag of Zambia has a green field, on the fly side of which is a soaring orange African fish eagle above a rectangular area divided into three equal vertical bands of red, black and orange.

The flag of Zambia has a green field, on the fly side of which is a soaring orange African fish eagle above a rectangular area divided into three equal vertical bands of red, black and orange.

Population
18,383,956
Area
752,612 km²
Time Zone
UTC+02:00
Top-Level Domain
.zm

About Zambia

Zambia is a country located in Africa, specifically in the Eastern Africa region. Its capital city is Lusaka. With a population of 18,383,956, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 752,612 km², making it a large country in terms of land area. With a population density of 24.43 people per square kilometer, it is sparsely populated.

The official language of Zambia is English, .

The currency used in Zambia is the Zambian kwacha (ZK), .

Zambia is a member of the United Nations.

In Zambia, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+02:00 time zone.

Zambia shares its borders with 8 countries: Angola, Botswana, DR Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania and Zimbabwe.

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Coat of Arms of Zambia

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Lusaka
  • Continent: Africa
  • Native Name: Zambia
  • Demonym: Zambian
  • Top Level Domain: .zm
  • Calling Code: +260
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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