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Nakonde
City in Muchinga, Zambia
Overview
Nakonde is a small but lively border town in Muchinga Province, Zambia, serving as a key crossing point into Tanzania. The city is known for its busy markets, trade activity, and unique blend of Zambian and Tanzanian cultures. Despite its modest size, Nakonde offers important amenities for travelers and traders on the move.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Muchinga
Population
41,836
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-9.34°, 32.74°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$415
Local Cost
$241
Local Income
$120
Cashless
30
English
60
Temperature
20.4°C
Summer Avg
21.2°C
Winter Avg
17.2°C
Record High
37.2°C
Record Low
5.7°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
1271 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 60/100.
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