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Mwense
City in Luapula, Zambia
Overview
Mwense is a small but lively town in Zambia's Luapula Province, known for its proximity to waterfalls and rich local culture. As a hub for local agriculture and trade, Mwense provides a genuine Zambian rural-urban experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Luapula
Population
16,271
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-10.38°, 28.70°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
18
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$450
Local Cost
$275
Local Income
$80
Cashless
22
English
52
Temperature
22.6°C
Summer Avg
22.2°C
Winter Avg
20.3°C
Record High
38.6°C
Record Low
7.4°C
Humidity
64%
Precipitation
1129 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
2
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KEC
Distance
9 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.
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.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 38/100.
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