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Zambia
Southern African landlocked nation reporting mpox clade Ib transmission.
Last refreshed: 12 May 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic
Common Questions
- Where is Zambia located?
- Zambia is a landlocked country in southern Africa, bordered by eight nations including Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Angola.Source: general knowledge
- What is Zambia's capital?
- Lusaka is Zambia's capital and largest city, serving as the administrative and commercial centre.Source: administrative data
- Why is Zambia strategically located?
- Zambia borders eight southern African nations and serves as a critical junction for regional transport, trade, and health coordination.Source: regional analysis
Background
Southern African landlocked nation, population ~21m. Capital: Lusaka. Borders 8 nations (Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Angola, DRC). Reports mpox clade Ib transmission.
How the World Sees Them
Uganda Ministry of Health / Diana Atwine
This is an imported case from DRC. The country has not yet confirmed a local case.
Africa CDC / Jean Kaseya
The situation requires speed, scientific rigour and regional solidarity.
WHO / Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
The Director-General will be convening an Emergency Committee, as soon as possible.
World Health Organization
The outbreak is serious but is not the next COVID.