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    Posted 13 Aug 2024

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    Zambia (Capital: Lusaka)

    Zambia is set to reopen its closed border with Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

    A map highlighting Zambia in southern Africa. Surrounding countries include Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The capital, Lusaka, is marked with a star. The Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean are also labeled.

    Political Features: 

    • Landlocked country in south-central Africa.
    • Bordering Countries: Democratic Republic of Congo and Tanzania to the north, Malawi and Mozambique to east, Zimbabwe and Botswana to the south, and Namibia and Angola to the west.
    • It is also a member of the commonwealth.

    Geographical Features:

    • Climate: Subtropical climate with three distinct seasons: a hot and dry season , a wet rainy season and a cool dry season.
    • Minerals: Major producer of cobalt and copper
    • Rivers: Kafue River, Luangwa River and Zambezi River (Creates Victoria fall)
    • Lakes: Lake Bangweulu, Lake Kariba, Lake Mweru & Lake Tanganyika
    • Tags :
    • Zambia
    • Place in News
    • Africa
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