Zambia

Plan has been working in Zambia since 1996, helping children to access their rights to education, health and economic empowerment.


COUNTRY OVERVIEW: ZAMBIA

Population: 14.2 million;
Capital: Lusaka;
Languages: English (official), Bemba, Lozi, Nyanja, Tonga;
Population living below the poverty line: 69%;
Annual mortality rate (0-5 years): 46,000;
Percentage of married girls under 18 years: 42%

PLAN IN ZAMBIA

Plan has been working in Zambia since 1996, helping children to access their rights to education, health and economic empowerment.

Plan works in 3 provinces, reaching more than 44,000 households in rural areas, and is a leader in working with communities to ensure child rights.

PLAN’S CORE ACTIVITIES IN ZAMBIA

We work in 46 communities, covering 400,000 people.

Child protection

Health including HIV/AIDS

Education

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