Kabwe
Kabwe, the capital of Zambia's Central Province, carries a claim as the birthplace of Zambian politics, having served as a significant political centre during the colonial era. Founded in 1902 following the discovery of lead and zinc deposits — and known as Broken Hill until 1966 — it is today a transportation and agricultural hub and the headquarters of Zambia Railways. A UN report from 2022 identified the city as severely contaminated with lead and other toxins, with documented effects on children's health.
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- Population288,598
- Nearest water from center 8.7 km5.4 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 10 km6.4 mi
Nearest airports
Kabwe: quick answers
Where is Kabwe?
Kabwe is in Zambia, about 108 km67 miles in a straight line from Lusaka.
How do you get to Kabwe?
The nearest airport is Lusaka (LUN), about 3 hr 30 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Kabwe?
The warmest month is October, averaging 25°C77°F across day and night; the coolest is July, at 17°C62°F. The wettest month is January, with about 247 mm9.7 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Kabwe?
OpenStreetMap lists 1 restaurant and 9 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Kabwe?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Kapiri Mposhi and Chibombo.