1. Samuel Matete (1968)

Zambian 400 M Hurdler

Hurdler who took home an Olympic silver medal in the 400 meters at the 1996 Atlanta Games. He was known for his fast finish in his races.

2. Kenneth Kaunda (1924)

First President Of Zambia

Member of the United National Independence Party who was the 1st President of Zambia from 1964 to 1991. He was a strong proponent of education policies and he oversaw the...

3. Nalumino Mundia (1927)

Zambian Prime Minister

Zambian politician who served as Prime Minister of his country from 1981 to 1985. He also served as Zambia's ambassador to the United States, Brazil, Peru and Venezuela.

4. Elijah Mudenda (1927)

Educated Politician Prime Minist

Zambian politician who served as Prime Minister of Zambia from 1975 to 1977. He previously served as the Minister of Agriculture and then the Minister of Finance.

5. Peter Dickinson (1927)

English Children's Writer

Famous for his works of children's literature and detective fiction, this Northern Rhodesian-born English writer penned such award-winning books as City of Gold, Tulku, The Flight of Dragons, and Eva.

6. Amon Simutowe (1982)

Chess Player

Zambian chess player who became the first ever Grandmaster from sub-Saharan Africa in 2007.

7. Reuben Kamanga (1929)

Zambian Politician

Zambian politician who became the country's first Vice President in October 1964. He was demoted to Minister of Foreign Affairs in 1967, and then became Minister of Rural Development.

8. Mainza Chona (1930)

Zambian Prime Minister

Zambian diplomat who held office as the Vice President of the Republic of Zambia from 1970 to 1973. He has also been the Prime Minister of the Republic of Zambia...

9. Daniel Lisulo (1930)

Zambian Prime Minister

Prime Minister of Zambia from June 1978 until February 1981.

10. Wilbur Smith (1933)

Novelist

African-born author whose work pertains to the discovery and colonization of African territories. His works include the Ballantyne, Courtney, and Egyptian series.

11. Michael Sata (1937)

President Of Zambia

Politician who became the fifth President of Zambia in 2011 and became the leader of the major political party Patriotic Front in 2001.

12. Rupiah Banda (1937)

Zambian President

The fourth President of Zambia who held office from 2008 to 2011. He worked hard to rid his country of the corruption that had previously plagued it.

13. Frederick Chiluba (1943)

President Of Zambia

Former Leader of the Movement for Multi-Party Democracy who held office as Zambia's second president from 1991 to 2002. He was acquitted of corruption charges in 2009.

14. Henry Tayali (1943)

Zambian Artist Scupltor Printmak

Zambian fine artist, sculptor, and printmaker whose best-known works included "Mother Afrika" and "The Beggar." He was possibly the most famous painter to hail from Zambia.

15. Guy Scott (1944)

Zambian Politician Of White Afri

Zambian politician of White African origin who was elected Vice President of Zambia in 2011. He previously served as the Chair of the Agriculture Committee for Movement for Multi-Party Democracy.

16. Kebby Musokotwane (1946)

Zambian Prime Minister

Zambian politician who served as Prime Minister of Zambia from 1985 until 1989.

17. Levy Mwanawasa (1948)

President Of Zambia

Leader of the Movement for Multi-Party Democracy who was Zambia's third president from 2002 to 2008. He helped his country's economy grow through securing foreign investments and mining minerals.

18. Godfrey Chitalu (1947)

Footballer

Forward who played for Kitwe United and the Zabwe Warriors as well as for the Zambian national team in the 1960s and '70s. He was a five time Zambian Footballer...

19. Fashion Sakala (1997)

Association Football Player

Fashion Sakala is a famous Association Football Player, who was born on March 14, 1997 in Zambia. Junior Fashion Sakala (born 14 March 1997) is a Zambian professional footballer who...

20. Eniyah Rana (1985)

YouTube Star

Eniyah Rana is a famous YouTube Star, who was born on August 13, 1985 in Zambia. Creator of the brand Modest Street who is also a Hijabi YouTuber as well...

21. Gabriel Kunda Jr. (1992)

Soccer Player

Gabriel Kunda Jr. is a famous Soccer Player, who was born on October 2, 1992 in Zambia. Most famous as a central midfielder for Atletico Madrid, this Zambian born soccer...

22. Kalusha Bwalya (1963)

Zambian Footballer

Forward and winger who was named the African Footballer of the Year in 1988 and was a two-time top-scorer for Cercle Brugge.

23. Patson Daka (1998)

Football Player

Patson Daka is a famous Football Player, who was born on October 9, 1998 in Zambia. According to Astrologers, Patson Daka's zodiac sign is Libra.
Patson Daka (born 9 October 1998)...

24. Dennis Bots (1974)

Director

Zambian film and TV director who has directed films like 2009's Anubis en de wraak van Arghus and 2014's Secrets of War. He also directed seven episodes of the TV...

25. Davis Mwale (1972)

Zambian Boxer

Davis Mwale is a boxer from Zambia. He participated in the 2004 Summer Olympics for his native African country. There he was stopped in the second round of the Light...

26. Freddie Mwila, Jr. (1974)

Zambian Association Footballer

Mwila Jr. was a Zambian international footballer.

27. Emmanuel Mbola (1993)

Zambian Footballer

Emmanuel Mbola is a Zambian international footballer who plays for Hapoel Ra'anana. He is left-footed and plays primarily at left-back.

28. Precious Makina (1985)

Zambian Boxer

Precious Makina is a Zambian boxer who competed at the 2008 Olympics but lost to Hanati Silamu.

29. Zane Jordan (1991)

Swimmer

Zane Jordan is an Olympic swimmer from Zambia. He swam for Zambia at the 2008 Olympics finishing 65th in the 50 Freestyle and at the 2012 Summer Olympics finishing 41st...

30. Kalililo Kakonje (1985)

Footballer

Kalililo Kakonje is a Zambian footballer who currently plays for Mining Rangers.

31. Elijah Tana (1975)

Zambian Footballer

Elijah Tana is a former Zambian footballer.

32. Chilu Lemba (1975)

Radio And Television Presenter

Chilu Lemba is a Zambian born and South African based radio and television presenter voice over artist and musician. He is widely acknowledged in the communications industry as one of...

33. Laughter Chilembe (1975)

Zambian Footballer

Laughter Chilembe is a Zambian footballer who currently plays for Power Dynamos F. C..

34. Michael Norgrove (1981)

Zambian Boxer

Michael Norgrove was a Zambian born professional boxer from Woodford Green London. Nicknamed the Zambesi Hitman at the time of his death Norgrove had an unbeaten professional record. His death...

35. Emmanuel Zulu (1981)

Zambian Footballer

Emmanuel Zulu is a Zambian footballer.

36. Fighton Simukonda (1958)

Zambian Footballer

ghton Simukonda is a Zambian coach and former footballer. He was part of the very successful Nkana Red Devils side of the 80s winning 5 league titles and he also...

37. Peter Kaumba (1958)

Zambian Footballer

Peter Kaumba is a Zambian coach and former footballer who is regarded as one of Zambia’s greatest wingers of all time. He was voted the best winger at CAN 1982...

38. Gillan Bwalya (1988)

Zambian Chess Player

Gillan Bwalya is a Zambian chess player and International Master -elect. In 2013 he became the third Zambian to appear at the Chess World Cup after GM Amon Simutowe and...

39. Mulenga Kapwepwe (Unknow)

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40. Betty Kaunda (1928)

First Lady Of Zambia

Betty Kaunda born Beatrice Kaweche Banda was the wife of Zambia's first president Kenneth Kaunda and the First Lady of Zambia from 1964 to 1991.

41. Emmanuel Milingo (1930)

Catholic Bishop

Emmanuel Milingo is a former Roman Catholic archbishop from Zambia.

42. Given Lubinda (1963)

Zambian Politician

Given Lubinda is a Member of the National Assembly of Zambia for Kabwata Constituency and the former Minister of Foreign Affairs in the Cabinet of Zambia. He is also the...

43. Nyambe Mulenga (1987)

Football Player

Henry Nyambe Mulenga is a Zambian footballer who currently plays in defence for ZESCO United F. C. in the Zambian Premier League.

44. Clifford Mulenga (1987)

Zambian Footballer

Clifford Mulenga is a Zambian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Mpumalanga Black Aces in the South African Premier Soccer League.

45. Racheal Nachula (1990)

Athletics (sport) Competitor

Racheal Nachula is a Zambian sprinter who specializes in the 400 metres. She won the bronze medal at the 2008 African Championships in a personal best time of 51. 39...

46. N’gandu Peter Magande (Unknow)

Zambian Politician

Ng'andu Peter Magande an economist served as the Minister Of Finance And National Planning of the Republic of Zambia from 2003 to 2008. He served as a Member of Parliament...

47. Chisela Kanchela (1987)

Olympic Swimmer

Chisela Kanchela is a retired Zambian swimmer who specialized in breaststroke events. He currently holds numerous Zambian age group records in all breaststroke distances and is trained for the All...

48. Lawrence Phiri (1987)

Zambian Footballer

Lawrence Phiri is a Zambian football player who plays as a midfielder for Green Buffaloes FC. He has played for the Zambian national team.

49. Anderson Mazoka (1943)

Zambian Politician

Anderson K. Mazoka was a Zambian politician and President of the United Party for National Development a leading opposition party. Mazoka was born in Monze. He attended Union College where...

50. Kennedy Mudenda (1988)

Zambian Footballer

Kennedy Mudenda is a Zambian international footballer who plays as a midfielder for Power Dynamos. Mudenda has made several appearances for the Zambia national football team playing for the side...