Ten provinces make up the landlocked Republic of Zambia, a former British colony. Situated in Southern Africa, the country shares borders with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Angola, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Mali, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. Lusaka, the Copperbelt, and Eastern are its three most significant provinces. The total area of Zambia is 752,618 square kilometers. It is now the 17th-largest nation in Africa as a result. The sole factor affecting its tropical climate is altitude. Its topography is made up of a high plateau interspersed by hills and mountains. The total population of Zambia is more than 17.3 million. As a result, it is now the 22nd most populous nation in Africa. With a population of over 2.7 million, Lusaka serves as both the capital and most populous city of the country..Ndola, Kabwe, and Kitwe are other important cities. Named for the first President of Kenya, Kenneth Kaunda, International Airport (LUN) handles 1.3 million people annually and is the largest airport. Zambia may be reached from the airport via Turkey and Africa. Many languages and tribes have an impact on Zambian culture. The most often spoken language is Bemba, although there isn't an official one. English common and customary law serves as the foundation for the legal system. There is a presidential republican form of governance. President Hakainde Hichilema is chosen as the leader of state and government.Every five years, there are elections where the president is chosen directly by the people. The Zambian kwacha (ZMW), which is the national currency of the nation, is currently worth 18.19 US dollars. With an open economy, the nation produces a GDP of about $75.8 billion. The per capita income of its people is $4,148. The three main sectors that comprise the majority of the GDP are agriculture, industry, and services. Zambia's economy is among the fastest growing in the world, with growth rates over 6% in recent years. Copper, emeralds, rice, corn, sunflower seeds, flowers, and coffee are important export commodities. The majority of which is exported to the nations nearby. There are several different urban and outdoor tourist sites in Zambia. It is well-known for its many easily accessible national parks and incredibly diverse animals. There is one UNESCO World Heritage Site there. Siavonga, Kasanka National Park, Nsumbu National Park, Capital Lusaka, Livingstone, Blue Lagoon National Park, and Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park are a few of the important locations. Every year, more than 1.1 million tourists travel to the country. the vast majority of which are native to the nearby nations.
