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Mporokoso
City in Northern, Zambia
Overview
Mporokoso is a friendly, mid-sized town in Northern Zambia known for its relaxed pace and beautiful natural surroundings, including several picturesque waterfalls. It offers a snapshot of rural Zambian life, blending convenience with proximity to some of the nation's lesser-known natural wonders.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Zambia
Province
Northern
Population
15,556
Time Zone
Africa/Lusaka
Coordinates
-9.37°, 30.13°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
15
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$430
Local Cost
$215
Local Income
$90
Cashless
10
English
60
Temperature
20.9°C
Summer Avg
20.7°C
Winter Avg
18.8°C
Record High
37.0°C
Record Low
7.1°C
Humidity
67%
Precipitation
1126 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 48/100.
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