Standard TimeCAT |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Lusaka |
Mazabuka time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Introduction to Mazabuka, Zambia
Mazabuka, the capital of Zambia's Southern Province, is located about 130 kilometers south of the capital, Lusaka, in the center of Zambia's main agricultural region. The city is famous for its sugar cane cultivation and sugar industry, and has the largest sugar mill in the country, which is known as the "Sugar Capital of Zambia".
Geographical and Economic Features
Mazabuka is situated on a fertile plateau with a favorable climate for agriculture, and the mainstay of the economy is sugarcane, maize, cotton cultivation and agro-processing. With a large number of sugar cane plantations in the surrounding area, sugar exports contribute significantly to the Zambian economy. In addition, animal husbandry and fishery are also important industries in the region.
Culture and Transportation
The city has a population of approximately 71,000 (2022 estimate), which is predominantly Tonga and retains traditional folk activities. It is easily accessible, being close to the T1 highway connecting Lusaka to Livingstone, and has rail access to Zimbabwe. The surrounding area has natural attractions such as Kafue National Park, which attracts a small number of eco-tourists.
Mazabuka Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-25
Sunrise Time
06:08
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Sunset Time
18:35
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