Zambia

Republic of Zambia

"A landlocked Southern African country known for Victoria Falls, copper mining, and wildlife parks."

Eastern Africa
UN Member
African Union

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Presidential Republic

Capital City

Lusaka

-15.42°, 28.28°

Official Languages

English

Population

20.72M

Total Area

752.61K km²

Population Density

27.54 people per km²

Currency

Zambian kwacha

ZK

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#62
20,723,965

Total Population+2.8%

2023
#156
66.3 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#64
46.3%

Urban Population

2023
#24
4.10

Fertility Rate

2023
#164
33%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#108
$27.6B

GDP+5.4%

2023
#163
$1.3K

GDP per Capita

2023
#164
15%

Inflation

2024
#108
6%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#162
51.5

Gini Index

2022

Frequently Asked Questions About Zambia

What is the capital of Zambia?

Zambia's capital city is Lusaka.

What is the population of Zambia?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Zambia is approximately 20.72M people. This makes it the 62nd most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Zambia?

Zambia spans a total area of approximately 752,612 square kilometers (290,585 square miles).

Which continent is Zambia in?

Zambia is located in Africa, specifically within the Eastern Africa subregion.

What is the GDP of Zambia?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Zambia is approximately $27.58B USD. This ranks Zambia as the 108th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.