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Zimba is one of the fifteen districts that make up Zambia’s Southern Province. Situated approximately 410 kilometres southeast of Lusaka along the Great North Road (T1).The district stands as a strategic and vibrant gateway connecting communities within Zambia and beyond.
it shares boundaries with four other districts in the province namely, Kalomo to the north, Kazungula to the southwest, and Choma and Sinazongwe to the east. To the south, Zimba enjoys an international border with Zimbabwe, separated by the majestic Zambezi River.
Geographically, the district lies between Latitudes 16° and 17° South and Longitudes 26° and 27° East, covering a total land area of 5,245 square kilometers.
According to the 2010 Census by the Central Statistical Office (CSO), Zimba District had 13,284 households and a population of 66,725, consisting of 32,186 males and 34,539 females. With an annual population growth rate of 2.9%, projections estimated the population to rise to approximately 98,533 by 2018.
The 2022 Census of Population and Housing indicates significant growth, with the district’s population increasing to 108,316 residents. This expansion reflects the district’s growing socio-economic importance but also highlights increasing pressure on infrastructure, social services, the environment, and natural resources. As such, it underscores the urgent need for effective planning and sustainable development strategies to support Zimba’s future.
We invite you to explore our website for information about our services, development programs, investment opportunities, and community initiatives. Together, we can build a resilient, prosperous, and inclusive Zimba District
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