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COUNTRY PROFILE
COUNTRY PROFILE
Official name
Republic of Zambia
Capital
Lusaka
Main towns
Livingstone, Ndola, Kitwe.
Population
13.2 million
Area
752,614 sq km (290,586 sq miles)
Major
religion
Christianity, indiginous beliefs. Hinduism, Islam
Major languages
There are 7 official languages, English (official),
Bemba, Lozi, Nyanja, Tonga.
GDP
Approx 7% per year
GDP per capita
$1,500 (2010 Estimate)
Main exports
Copper, minerals, tobacco.
Currency
Kwacha (Bank note)
Government system
Republic
Time
GMT + 2:00
International airports
Lusaka, Livingstone, Ndola.
Telephone code
+260