The Zambezi Basin, which encompasses almost the whole country except for the northern half of the northern region, has received a major funding boost from Climate Investment Funds (CIF), which is co-ordinated by the African Development Bank and World Bank. [...]
Travellers originating in South Africa will now have greater flexibility when it comes to visiting Victoria Falls. Proflight Zambia has announced that it will double the frequency on its Livingstone-Lusaka route from 1 April 2025 to twice-daily flights. This means [...]
Two climate resilience and wildlife conservation projects have been announced for the Kafue Flats. Worth USD9-million in total, the goal is to safeguard this fragile ecosystem and bolster community resilience especially against future droughts and floods that will be worsened [...]
The Zambian government has formally submitted the Barotse Plains Cultural Landscape to UNESCO for consideration as a World Heritage Site, consolidating work done by the National Heritage Conservation Commission, Barotse Royal Establishment and Ministry of Tourism. A decision is expected [...]
Sungani, which has two lodges in South Luangwa National Park, has again hit its fundraising target, gathering USD62 492 in 2024 to benefit Conservation South Luangwa. To date, it has contributed more than USD130 000 to CSL’s important work and has achieved [...]
Citizens of another 53 countries are now exempt from requiring visas to enter Zambia. Starting from 1 January 2025, nationals from a total of 167 countries can enter Zambia, continuing the liberalisation process started in 2022, which removed visa requirements [...]
Zambia has been named one of the 'Best Places to Go in 2025' by Frommer's, the iconic travel guide-book series founded in 1957. Known as travel experts with a loyal following, Frommer's have been advising holidaymakers on the world's top [...]
Zambia is unique among Southern Africa’s safari destinations in that many lodges and camps still close for all or part of the summer rainy season from November onwards. With wildlife dispersing and some roads not being passable, this is the [...]
Memorable Journeys, founded in 2016 by Solly Tevara, has announced an extension of its air travel services in the country. The company services all the major safari areas including South Luangwa, Lower Zambezi, Kafue and Livingstone to reach the Victoria [...]
Mwamba Camp in South Luangwa National Park is up-and-running after an extensive series of upgrades. The chalets now feature woven bamboo on the exterior and interior, with a layer of matting and a screen in between to keep out insects [...]
Some safari operators in Lower Zambezi National Park are changing how they undertake canoeing activities on the Zambezi River. Areas such as the Chifungulu and Nkalange Channels are currently too low to pass and, where possible, canoes are being navigated [...]
Dry season is proving productive in Kafue National Park with plenty of new arrivals and exciting sightings. First on the list is a herd of 400 Kafue lechwe (Kobus leche kafuensis) that were released around Lake Itezhi-Tezhi. Kafue lechwe are [...]
Diners and even yoga groups are making the most of the newly built Tree Deck at Kafunta River Lodge in South Luangwa National Park. The deck, which used to be at the front of the lodge overlooking the productive floodplain, [...]
Sungani, a young kid on the block in South Luangwa National Park, has taken third place in the 2024 Safari Awards’ ‘Best New Lodge’ category. Established in 2007, the awards offer ‘a deep appreciation for those who consistently surpass expectations, display an unwavering [...]
Proflight Zambia – through Procharter – is offering a thrice weekly service to Kafue National Park until 31 October 2024 to offer guests a seamless transfer from Lusaka over high season. The timings allow safari lovers the option of enjoying [...]
Visitors flying into Mfuwe International Airport from 13 June 2024 will notice significant construction work as the Zambia Airports Corporation LTD (ZACL) begins upgrades and improvements. The ZACL expects infrastructure work to continue for around three months over dry season. [...]
Calling all East Africans: it’s time to catch a flight to Zambia! From 27 June 2024, Zambia Airways will operate three flights a week from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam in Tanzania and Nairobi in Kenya. Dar es Salaam is [...]
A new Wi-Fi service has been unveiled in Livingstone by Minister of Tourism, Rodney Sikumba, and Mayor Constance Muleabai. The Internet penetration rate in Zambia is around 21 percent, meaning almost 80 percent of the population doesn’t have access to [...]
A devastating fire in 2023 proved to be the catalyst for a fresh start and an exciting new chapter at Ila Safari Lodge in Kafue National Park. After the heart-breaking destruction of the old boma and some communal areas, the [...]
Chisa Busanga, arguably one of the most unusual camps in Zambia, will be opening on 1 May 2024 rather than 1 June thanks to favourable conditions in Kafue National Park. With more drier ground available earlier than usual, guests will [...]
