Zambia

Africa · Capital Lusaka

Zambia is a country in Africa. Its capital city is Lusaka. It has a population of around 17,351,822 people. The main language is English and the official currency is the Zambian kwacha. Zambia is landlocked, sharing land borders with 8 countries.

Zambia is a country in Africa. Its capital is Lusaka. It has a population of 17,351,822, bordering 8 countries. The official language is English. The official currency is the Zambian kwacha.

Where is Zambia?

Zambia at a glance

Capital: Lusaka
Population: 17.4M
Currency: Zambian kwacha
Language: English
Continent: Africa
Coastline: Landlocked

The flag of Zambia

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Frequently asked questions about Zambia

What is the capital of Zambia?

The capital of Zambia is Lusaka.

What continent is Zambia in?

Zambia is located in Africa.

What is the population of Zambia?

Zambia has a population of approximately 17,351,822 people.

What is the currency of Zambia?

The official currency of Zambia is the Zambian kwacha.

What language is spoken in Zambia?

The main language spoken in Zambia is English.

What is the flag of Zambia?

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