Zambia – Zambia's capital is Lusaka

(Pronounced zam-bee-uh and Loo-sah-kuh)

To remember the capital of Zambia, use the following mnemonic:

The Samba (Zambia) can be done in a loose sack (Lusaka).

Interesting facts about Lusaka:

- Rapid Expansion: The city has experienced explosive growth over the decades, evolving from a small railway settlement into one of the fastest-growing urban and economic hubs in southern Africa.

- Central Crossroads: The municipality serves as a vital transportation and geographic crossroads, with major highways radiating outward to connect the nation with all of its neighboring countries.

- Railway Legacy: The urban center traces its origins to the construction of the colonial railway line, originally established as a small farming trading post before being selected to replace Livingstone as the national capital.