Chibombo
Chibombo Area Profile – Central Province
Chibombo is a fast-growing district in Central Province located strategically between Lusaka and Kabwe along the Great North Road. Its excellent connectivity, expanding agricultural activity, and rising real estate development make it an increasingly attractive area for families, commercial farmers, and investors seeking land and lifestyle opportunities outside the main cities.
The district’s economy is anchored by commercial agriculture, small-scale farming, livestock production, and growing trade supported by the busy road corridor. As Lusaka expands northwards, Chibombo is benefiting from spill-over development, improved road networks, and a steady rise in residential projects, lodges and service centres.
Key Residential Areas
Chibombo Town Centre
A developing urban node with government offices, schools, shops, and residential housing suitable for families and civil servants.
Chinyunyu / Ngwerere Corridor (Southern Chibombo)
Fast-developing areas close to Lusaka’s outskirts, offering smallholdings, residential plots, farms and lifestyle properties.
Liteta
A well-established community with schools, health facilities and access to transport routes, popular with local business owners and farming families.
Nampundwe Area
Known for small-scale mining and farming, with increasing demand for worker housing and land for agriculture.
Amenities & Facilities
Chibombo offers a growing range of services, with easy access to additional facilities in nearby Lusaka, Kabwe, and Chisamba:
- Education: Liteta Day Secondary School, Chibombo Boarding School, numerous primary schools and private academies emerging along the corridor.
- Healthcare: Liteta Hospital, Chibombo District Hospital, rural health centres and clinics across the district.
- Retail & Services: Local shops, agricultural supply stores, hardware outlets, fuel stations, small markets and growing commercial strips along the Great North Road.
- Transport: Excellent road connectivity to Lusaka (45–60 mins), Kabwe, and Copperbelt routes; bus and taxi services readily available.
- Hospitality: Lodges and farm retreats, including properties along the Lusaka–Ndola dual carriageway.
Economy & Development Trends
Chibombo is one of Zambia’s most promising agricultural zones, with investment momentum in:
- Commercial farming (soya, maize, livestock, horticulture)
- Poultry and dairy expansion
- Agribusiness supply chains
- Small mines and quarries
- Emerging residential estates and lifestyle farms
- Industrial and logistics developments benefiting from the dual carriageway upgrade
The district’s strategic location makes it ideal for logistics, agro-processing and housing projects.
Summary
Chibombo is a strategically located and rapidly developing district offering affordable land, farming opportunities, growing residential developments and strong transport links. Its blend of rural charm, improving services, economic growth and proximity to Lusaka makes it an attractive destination for homebuyers, farmers, businesses and long-term investors looking for sustainable property opportunities in Central Province.
Attractions
Lifestyle & Attractions
Chibombo’s natural landscapes and proximity to Lusaka make it appealing for outdoor and family living:
- Chinyunyu Hot Springs – a popular natural attraction
- Protected forests and farm retreats perfect for nature walks and weekend escapes
- Proximity to Chaminuka Lodge & Nature Reserve (nearby Chisamba)
- Strong agricultural communities and traditional cultural events