17/10/2024
Here's a ranking of the top 10 largest towns in Zambia by level of development, considering factors such as infrastructure, economy, education, healthcare, and living standards:
*1. Lusaka* (Overall Development Index: 8.5/10)
* Capital city, hub for business, finance, and governance
* Well-developed infrastructure (roads, airports, telecommunications)
* High-standard educational institutions (universities, international schools)
* Advanced healthcare facilities (private hospitals, medical centers)
*2. Ndola* (Overall Development Index: 7.8/10)
* Major industrial and commercial center
* Well-developed infrastructure (roads, airport, railways)
* Strong economy (manufacturing, mining, agriculture)
* Good educational institutions (universities, technical schools)
*3. Kitwe* (Overall Development Index: 7.5/10)
* Economic hub of the Copperbelt province
* Developed infrastructure (roads, airport, railways)
* Strong mining industry
* Good educational institutions (universities, technical schools)
*4. Livingstone* (Overall Development Index: 7.2/10)
* Tourist hub (Victoria Falls)
* Growing economy (tourism, hospitality)
* Well-developed infrastructure (airport, roads, hotels)
* Good educational institutions (tourism-related training)
*5. Chipata* (Overall Development Index: 6.8/10)
* Commercial center for Eastern Province
* Developing infrastructure (roads, airport)
* Growing economy (agriculture, trade)
* Basic educational institutions (schools, colleges)
*6. Kabwe* (Overall Development Index: 6.5/10)
* Historic town with some industrial activity
* Developing infrastructure (roads, railway)
* Basic educational institutions (schools, colleges)
* Limited economic growth
*7. Chingola* (Overall Development Index: 6.2/10)
* Mining town with declining economy
* Basic infrastructure (roads, airport)
* Limited educational institutions (schools)
* Healthcare facilities need upgrading
*8. Mufulira* (Overall Development Index: 6.0/10)
* Mining town with declining economy
* Basic infrastructure (roads, airport)
* Limited educational institutions (schools)
* Healthcare facilities need upgrading
*9. Luanshya* (Overall Development Index: 5.8/10)
* Mining town with declining economy
* Basic infrastructure (roads, airport)
* Limited educational institutions (schools)
* Healthcare facilities need upgrading
*10. Kasama* (Overall Development Index: 5.5/10)
* Rural town with limited economic activity
* Basic infrastructure (roads)
* Limited educational institutions (schools)
* Healthcare facilities need upgrading
Note: The Overall Development Index is a subjective ranking based on general information and may vary depending on specific criteria and data.
Keep in mind that development levels can vary within each town, and this ranking is intended to provide a general overview.