Must-see shopping in Zambia

  • Tribal Textiles

    Zambia

    This enterprise employs a team of local artists to produce, among other things, bags, wall hangings, bed linens and sarongs, much of which are sold abroad…

  • Wayawaya

    Livingstone

    A social enterprise founded by two Norwegian girls, Wayawaya sells quality, contemporary handmade bags put together by local women. Its principles are…

  • Salaula Clothing Market

    Lusaka

    For those with a love of secondhand clothes shopping, absolutely don't miss this market in downtown Lusaka. Known locally as the salaula trade (a local…

  • Mulberry Mongoose

    Zambia

    Mulberry Mongoose sells vibrant, funky jewellery made by local designers, but is best known for items made from snare wire recovered during anti-poaching…

  • Lightfoot Zambia

    Lusaka

    For high-quality leather goods, especially purses, travel bags and accessories, head to this spot, which shares an idyllic location with a highly…

  • Kabwata Cultural Village

    Lusaka

    A popular shopping stop for tourists, this open-air market comprises thatch-roofed huts and stalls selling carvings, baskets, masks, drums, fabrics and…

  • Sunday Market

    Lusaka

    This weekly market, held in the car park at the Arcades Shopping Centre, features Lusaka’s best range of handicrafts, especially wood carvings, curios…

  • Mumwa Craft Association

    Zambia

    A visit here is well worth your time. Proceeds from sales of expertly made basketry and woodcarvings – at low prices – are ploughed back into the local…

  • Project Luangwa

    Zambia

    Along Mfuwe's main strip is this craft shop selling handmade items made by local women, including bags, fabrics, lithographs print cards to items using…

  • African Wild Track

    Lusaka

    A good store for all your last-minute safari needs, including GPS units, tents, camping equipment, sleeping bags and khaki clothing.

  • Mukuni Crafts

    Livingstone

    The craft stalls in the southern corner of Mukuni park are a pleasant, and hassle-free place to browse for souvenirs.

  • Bookworld

    Lusaka

    Stocks a good selection of Zambia-specific non-fiction and cultural books, as well as fiction, international magazines and newspapers.

  • Manda Hill Shopping Centre

    Lusaka

    The swish Manda Hill Shopping Centre has all the usual retail, restaurants and banks you get in shopping malls.

  • Arcades Shopping Centre

    Lusaka

    Handy for banks, supermarkets, bookshops, internet cafes, restaurants and fast-food outlets.

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