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Kitwe
City in Copperbelt, Zambia
Overview
Kitwe is Zambia's second-largest city and a busy economic hub, located in the heart of the Copperbelt. Known for its mining heritage, diverse markets, and a mix of modern and traditional lifestyles, Kitwe offers a unique glimpse into Zambia's urban culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Copperbelt
Population
625,000
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-12.80°, 28.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$795
Local Cost
$390
Local Income
$250
Cashless
38
English
70
Temperature
21.3°C
Summer Avg
21.7°C
Winter Avg
18.3°C
Record High
39.2°C
Record Low
5.1°C
Humidity
63%
Precipitation
1030 mm
Internet Speed
14 Mbps
Upload
16 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
4
Parks
5
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KIW
Distance
13 km
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 7 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 63/100.
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