Sinazongwe
A fishing town on the north shore of Lake Kariba in Zambia's Southern Province, Sinazongwe is built around the kapenta fishing industry and sits within walking distance of the lake, with mountains visible from town. Ferries run from here to Chete Island, a lighthouse marks the waterfront, and a houseboat operation offers stays on the lake itself. Founded in the 1950s as an administrative centre, the town is reached by tar road from Batoka.
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- Population15,191
- Nearest water from center 1.4 km0.9 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 12 km7.5 mi
Sinazongwe: quick answers
Where is Sinazongwe?
Sinazongwe is in Zambia.
How do you get to Sinazongwe?
The nearest airport is Livingstone (LVI), about 6 hr 15 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Sinazongwe?
The warmest month is October, averaging 28°C83°F across day and night; the coolest is July, at 20°C68°F. The wettest month is January, with about 334 mm13.2 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)