Country Information
| Sovereign State | Yes |
| Country Codes | ZM, ZMB |
| Official Name | Republic of Zambia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Lusaka |
| Government Type | Presidential Republic |
| Currency | Zambian Kwacha (ZMW) |
| Calling Code | +260 |
| Member Of | United Nations, African Union, Southern African Development Community, Commonwealth of Nations |
| Population | Approximately 17.9 million |
| Total Area | 752,612 square kilometers |
| Highest Point | Mafinga Central (2,339 meters, 7,674 feet) |
| Lowest Point | Zambezi River (329 meters, 1,079 feet) |
| GDP Per Capita | $1,305 |
| Life Expectancy | 63.89 years |
| Internet TLD | .zm |
Zambian National Anthem
Stand and Sing of Zambia, Proud and Free
Stand and sing of Zambia, proud and free,
Land of work and joy in unity,
Victors in the struggle for our rights,
We’ve won freedom’s fight.
All one, strong and free.
Flags of Neighboring Countries
History of the Zambian Flag
The flag of Zambia, adopted upon independence on October 24, 1964, is rich in symbolism and reflects the country’s identity and natural heritage. The main design features are green with a red, black, and orange vertical stripe at the fly, with an eagle flying above the stripes.
The green represents the country’s lush flora, a symbol of the nation’s natural wealth and also a sign of Zambia’s commitment to environmental protection. The red stripe symbolizes the struggle for freedom, the black stands for the Zambian people, and the orange represents the country’s mineral wealth, notably copper.
Above these stripes, the eagle in flight symbolizes the Zambian people’s ability to rise above the nation’s challenges. This design was chosen to replace the colonial flag as a symbol of the country’s new era of sovereignty and independence.
The flag has remained consistent since independence, with no major changes. It serves as a constant reminder of the nation’s journey, the natural resources that play a crucial role in its economy, and the unity and freedom of its people. The Zambian flag is a source of pride and a representation of the country’s aspirations and values on the global stage.