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Kabwe
City in Central, Zambia
Overview
Kabwe, the capital of Zambia's Central Province, blends a rich mining history with a busy urban atmosphere. It's a key transit hub between Lusaka and the Copperbelt region and offers authenticity, local flavor, and friendly locals. The city is evolving, with historic sites and access to nearby nature.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Central
Population
299,206
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-14.45°, 28.45°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
40
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$635
Local Cost
$310
Local Income
$220
Cashless
35
English
65
Temperature
21.3°C
Summer Avg
22.4°C
Winter Avg
17.7°C
Record High
40.6°C
Record Low
5.2°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
948 mm
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
4
Parks
2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 45/100.
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