Government of Zambia
- **Political Structure:** Zambia is a presidential republic with a multi-party system. The President of Zambia is both the head of state and the head of government.
- **Executive Branch:** The President is elected by popular vote and serves a five-year term. The President appoints a Cabinet from the members of the National Assembly.
- **Legislative Branch:** The National Assembly is unicameral and consists of 156 elected members and up to 8 members appointed by the President. Members serve five-year terms.
- **Judicial Branch:** The judiciary is independent and consists of a Supreme Court, Constitutional Court, Court of Appeal, High Court, and lower courts.

### Economy of Zambia
- **Economic Overview:** Zambia's economy is largely based on mining, particularly copper, which accounts for a significant portion of the country's GDP and export earnings.
- **Agriculture:** Agriculture is another important sector, employing a large portion of the population. Major crops include maize, sorghum, rice, peanuts, cotton, and tobacco.
- **Challenges:** The economy faces challenges such as dependency on copper prices, high levels of public debt, and infrastructure deficits.
- **Opportunities:** There is potential for growth in sectors like tourism, agriculture, and renewable energy.

### Recent Developments
- **Economic Reforms:** The government has been implementing economic reforms to stabilize the economy, including measures to manage debt and attract investment.
- **IMF Support:** Zambia has been working with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to secure financial support and technical assistance.

### Culture of Zambia

- **Ethnic Diversity:** Zambia is home to over 70 ethnic groups, with the largest being the Bemba, Tonga, Chewa, and Lozi. Each group has its own distinct traditions, languages, and cultural practices.
- **Languages:** The official language is English, used in government, education, and business. Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga, and Lozi are among the major local languages.
- **Music and Dance:** Traditional music and dance play a central role in Zambian culture. Instruments like drums, marimbas, and the kalimba (thumb piano) are commonly used. Each ethnic group has its own traditional dances performed during ceremonies and festivals.
- **Arts and Crafts:** Zambian artisans are known for their pottery, basketry, weaving, and carving. The Mukanda masks and wood carvings from the northwestern part of Zambia are particularly famous.
- **Cuisine:** Zambian cuisine typically includes nshima (a thick maize porridge), which is...