Zambia
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 752,612 km²
- Capital
- Lusaka
- ISO
- ZM
What the flag means
Green stands for rich nature, red for the struggle for freedom, black for the people, and orange for copper, a key resource. The eagle is said to stand for the nation’s power to rise above its troubles.
Fun facts
- FlagZambia’s flag has an unusual design, with the eagle and the 3 colored stripes set toward the right side.
- GeographyZambia is named after the Zambezi River, which flows through the country.
- GeographyVictoria Falls, on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, is known locally as “the Smoke that Thunders”.
- CultureNshima, Zambia’s staple food, is made by kneading maize flour.
