Well respected across Africa for long term political stability, Zambia’s peaceful democracy has provided a solid foundation for decades of steady growth. Copper remains the country’s major export although the private sector is becoming increasingly diversified. With only 15 million people, Zambia has vast areas of arable land, plentiful water and untouched wilderness encouraging both agriculture and tourism.
Africa’s largest producer of Copper and Cobalt – 9th globally
Vast mineral wealth including the largest emerald mine in the world
45% of the total fresh water resources in Southern Africa are found in Zambia
The third most urbanised country in sub-Saharan Africa
Highly connected bordering 8 countries – only surpassed by Russia, China, Brazil and DRC
Strong regional integration with favourable cross-border trade agreements as part of COMESA and SADC
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