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Kapiri Mposhi
City in Central, Zambia
Overview
Kapiri Mposhi lies in the Central Province of Zambia and is a key railway junction connecting major parts of the country. Known for its lively markets and friendly residents, it offers a glimpse into authentic Zambian town life away from the busy cities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Central
Population
65,182
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-13.97°, 28.67°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$520
Local Cost
$275
Local Income
$180
Cashless
25
English
60
Temperature
20.9°C
Summer Avg
21.9°C
Winter Avg
17.3°C
Record High
39.8°C
Record Low
5.1°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
940 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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 50/100.
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