Want to learn about Zambia? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about Zambia
| Capital | Lusaka |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 19,000,000 |
| Languages | English |
| Currency | Zambian kwacha |
| National symbol | African Fish Eagle |
| Famous food | Nshima |
In Zambia, people often speak English. A friendly way to say hello is "Mulibwanji". 👋
Fun facts about Zambia for kids
- Zambia shares Victoria Falls with Zimbabwe, one of the biggest and most spectacular waterfalls in the world!
- You can swim right on the edge of Victoria Falls at the 'Devil's Pool'!
- The country is a major source of copper, and actually has copper featured on its national flag!
- The Kuomboka is a massive and exciting festival where the King moves to higher ground due to river flooding.
- Nshima is a thick corn porridge eaten with the hands at almost every single meal.
Famous places in Zambia
- Victoria Falls
- South Luangwa National Park
- Zambezi River
Nature and symbols of Zambia
- African Fish Eagle
- National sport: Football
Going to Zambia with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Mulibwanji".
- Find Lusaka, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇿🇲 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Nshima at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Victoria Falls.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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