LEARN This section of the packet is designed with our first-timers in mind. We hope that the information provided will make you feel at ease about traveling to Zambia and fill in answers to some questions you may have. ZAMBIA
Located in Sub-Saharan Africa, Zambia is a gorgeous country that provides travelers with a glimpse at beautiful wilderness and wildlife and is home to one of the World’s Seven Natural Wonders, Victoria Falls. Zambia is also a landlocked nation that has experienced the devastation of HIV/AIDS and extreme poverty. The impact of this has resulted in a population largely comprised of children. With a population of almost 21.70 million people, 42% of Zambia’s population is age 14 or under. At Family Legacy, we seek to serve the most vulnerable of these children through inviting them to experience the hope of Christ and providing a transformative education.
CLIMATE
The weather in Zambia during June and July is dry with little to no rain, 70–75 degree temperatures, and bright and sunny with occasional cloud coverage. Temperatures in the mornings and evenings can be in the 50s, so sweatshirts, light jackets, or long sleeves are advised. Though temperatures are pleasantly cool, the sun is intense (Lusaka is over 4,000 feet above sea level), so sunscreen and hats are highly recommended.
TIME DIFFERENCE
Zambia is 7 hours ahead of U.S. Central Standard time during our summer. At 2:00 p.m. CST, it is 9:00 p.m. in Zambia.
LANGUAGE
While English is the official language in Zambia, the children in your Camp Life group will speak Nyanja. They may understand some English, but you will have two Zambian partners who speak both English and Nyanja and will help translate and facilitate conversations.
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