This document provides an overview of Zambia. It discusses Zambia's independence from Britain in 1964, location in southern central Africa, and main economic activities of mining and agriculture. It notes Zambia has 10 provinces and lists some key facts about Zambia including its capital, population, area, languages, currency, and neighboring countries. The document also summarizes Zambia's main festivals and holidays, and describes some traditional wedding and ethnic ceremonies. It concludes by highlighting some of Zambia's economic strengths including its copper deposits, largest man-made lake, hydroelectric power, currency performance, and status as a peaceful country.