Zambia

Currency: Zambian kwacha (ZMW)

Timezone: Central Africa Time (UTC+2)

Zambia is a Southern Africa country sharing its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Angola, and Namibia. The country’s population is approximately 18 million people comprising over 72 ethnic groups, including Bemba,Tonga, Chewa, Lozi, and Nsenga. The major languages spoken by the people include English, Bemba, Nyanja, Lozi, Tonga, Luvale, Lunda, and Kaonde. The country has a tropical climate, and the terrain consists of plateaus, hills, and mountains. The Kafue National Park, which is home to various wildlife species, is one of the country’s major tourist attractions.

Zambia is the second-largest producer of copper in Africa, and it accounts for 60% of the country’s exports. Other sources of foreign exchange include Copper, Cobalt, Tobacco, Flowers, and Cotton. Politically, the country operates a presidential republic system of government which is administratively divided into 10 provinces including Lusaka —the capital. The major challenges facing the country include extreme poverty, high unemployment levels, and high debt burden, which is currently over 60 percent of GDP.

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Government Communication Policy

Ministry of Information and Media, Zambia

The vision of this policy is a well-coordinated approach to Government communication that leads to a well-informed public.” The objective of the policy includes: promoting public access to information to enable citizens effectively participate and...

Zambia • 2019 • Information, Communication and Technology

Implementation Plan for the National Higher Education Policy

Ministry of Education, Zambia

This document is a guide for the implementation of the National Higher Education Policy with clear linkage of strategic objectives, measures, activities and strategies of the implementation of the policy.

Zambia • 2019 • Education

Media Development Policy

Ministry of Information and Media, Zambia

The vision of this policy is “A free, responsible, pluralistic and sustainable media industry.” The objectives of the policy include: promoting freedom of expression and diversity in the media; promoting transparency; promoting democratic dialogue; promoting...

Zambia • 2019 • Information, Communication and Technology

National Higher Education Policy

Ministry of Education, Zambia

This policy aims to coordinate, regulate and improve higher education and skills training in Zambia. Some measures outlined by the policy include human resource development; improving the quality of higher education institutions; capacity building for...

Zambia • 2019 • Education

National Population Policy

Ministry of National Development and Planning, Zambia

The objectives of this policy include: to take advantage of demographic opportunities; to address rural-urban migration, and to incorporate demographic consideration in national economic planning.

Zambia • 2019 • Economy

National Energy Policy

Ministry of Energy, Zambia

The aim of this policy includes: to strengthen institutional capacity in the energy sector; strengthen the regulatory framework in the energy sector; improve efficiency in energy use in Zambia; promote the use of sustainable and...

Zambia • 2019 • Energy

The Border Management and Trade Facilitation Act, 2018

Ministry of Commerce Trade & Industry, Zambia

An Act to provide for co-ordinated border management and control for the efficient movement and clearance of goods; give effect to the provisions of agreements on one-stop border posts; provide for simplified arrangements with adjoining...

Zambia • 2018 • Trade, Industry and Investment

The National Health Insurance Act, 2018

Ministry of Health, Zambia

An Act to provide for sound financing for the national health system; provide for universal access to quality insured health care services; establish the National Health Insurance Management Authority and provide for its functions and...

Zambia • 2018 • Health

The Rating Act, 2018

Ministry of Finance and National Planning, Zambia

An Act to provide for the levying of rates; provide for the assessment of rateable property, plant and machinery; provide for the appointment and powers of valuation surveyors; provide for the continuation of the Rating...

Zambia • 2018 • Finance

The Solid Waste Regulation and Management Act, 2018

Ministry of Water Development and Sanitation, Zambia

An Act to provide for the sustainable regulation and management of solid waste; general and self-service solid waste services; the incorporation of solid waste management companies and define their statutory functions; the licensing and functions...

Zambia • 2018 • Utilities