Capital city in Lusaka Province, Zambia
Internet in Lusaka: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Lusaka?
Wifi in malls and cafés is fine for calls, but power cuts hit cafés too.
Getting online in Lusaka
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre in newer areas (Kabulonga, Woodlands, Roma) from roughly ZMW 700–1,800 a month; LTE elsewhere. |
| Cafés and coworking | Wifi in malls and cafés is fine for calls, but power cuts hit cafés too. |
| Outages | Frequent power cuts, though less than in 2024. |
| Tourist SIM | Airtel and MTN SIMs sold at Lusaka airport and shops for a few dozen kwacha; passport registration required. Data bundles are cheap. |
| eSIM | Local eSIMs aren't easy for visitors to get; travel eSIMs or a physical SIM work. |
| Carriers | Airtel Zambia, MTN Zambia, Zamtel |
| Monthly data plan | K150–400 ($8–20) |
Coworking in Lusaka
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Africa
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Lusaka?
Wifi in malls and cafés is fine for calls, but power cuts hit cafés too.
Which SIM card should I get in Lusaka?
Airtel and MTN SIMs sold at Lusaka airport and shops for a few dozen kwacha; passport registration required. Data bundles are cheap.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Zambia
- Airtel Zambia
- MTN Zambia
- Zamtel
- Zambia Tourism Agency
- Zambia Immigration Department
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.