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The Republic of Zambia, a country in Southern Africa bordered by (clockwise from the top): the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and Angola.

Zambia's population is concentrated mainly around its capital city, Lusaka, in the south central part of the country, and the Copperbelt Province to the northwest.

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Kampala to Lusaka by bus, how?

I'm based in Kampala, Uganda and need to get to Lusaka, Zambia, soon. Flying is a bit pricey, so I'm considering going overland. I already have a Tanzanian visa for other reasons. Does anyone have information on, or better yet, experience with, bus…
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How to get a KAZA Univisa?

The KAZA Univisa program has been resumed and now includes Botswana in addition to Zambia and Zimbabwe. Nevertheless there is little information about this multi-country visa. The linked note states that you can "acquire it at an entry Point of Sale…
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From Zambia to Zimbabwe: How easy to cross the borders?

We are planning to visit the Victoria Falls. We will be driving from Lusaka to Livingstone (is that something one will recommend by the way?). It seems that most of the hotels and many major landmarks are on the Zimbabwean side of the border. How…
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Is it possible to draw out USD from an ATM in Zambia?

I will be travelling through Zambia over Christmas and a lot of the activities I'll be doing require payment in USD, and I don't want to carry the full amount in cash for my entire trip. I'll be in these cities: Chipata, Lusaka, and Livingstone. Can…
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How to travel from Kitwe in Zambia to Kabale in Uganda through the DRC

Has anyone recently traveled in the eastern DRC, the Democratic Republic of the Congo? I'm considering moving south to north, from, roughly, Lubumbashi to the border with Uganda. However, it currently ain't all peaches in this region. So, for…
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Exchange Options for Zambian Kwacha (ZMW) to British Pounds (GBP) in Bristol?

I have 47150 Zambian Kwacha money and want to exchange it into GBP. Where can I exchange it? Does anyone know? I already asked No 1 exchange currency, but they do not exchange this currency. Please let me know where can I exchange it. Currently, I…
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Do travelers entering South Africa from Zambia need a Yellow Fever Certificate?

Zambia was known to have a risk of yellow fever but I understand that currently it has been declared yellow fever free. What I would like to know is if South Africa needs the Yellow Fever Certificate or not when travelers entering SA are coming(not…
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Where can I exchange Zambian Kwacha in the UK?

I came back from a work trip with approximately 1200 Zambian Kwacha (~£45). I don't think most banks will take it. Any ideas where I can exchange it for GBP in the UK?
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Infrastructure and accommodation in eastern Zambia

I want to travel by bike, coming from Malawi (crossing the border in Mchinji) and continuing to Lusaka, following the road close to the border with Mozambique. What can I expect on the road, are there many villages with guesthouses and places where…
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Customs on the way to Zambia

I am traveling to Livingstone, Zambia from Tampa, Florida. This is my first time making this trip. My itinerary is as follows: Tampa (TPA) - Chicago (ORD) - Frankfurt (FRA) - Johannesburg (JNB) - Livingstone (LVI). At which stopping points will I…
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