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South Africa Embassy and Consulates in Zambia

1 Diplomatic Missions 1 Cities

South Africa High Commission in Lusaka, Zambia

South Africa High Commission in Lusaka, Zambia
26D Cheetah Road Kabulonga Lusaka Zambia
Phone: +260 1 26 0999 Working hours: Close now (Open in 2 hours 55 minutes)

Holidays to be Observed in 2026

The Embassies and Consulates of South Africa may close on the following Zambian and South African holidays in 2026:

Holiday
Holiday Date Counting down
Isra and Mi'raj Friday, January 16 1 week, 2 days
International Women's Day Sunday, March 08 2 months
International Women's Day Monday, March 09 2 months
Youth Day Thursday, March 12 2 months
Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) Sunday, March 15 2 months, 1 week
Eid ul Fitr Friday, March 20 2 months, 1 week
Human Rights Day Saturday, March 21 2 months, 2 weeks
Good Friday Friday, April 03 2 months, 3 weeks
Holy Saturday Saturday, April 04 2 months, 4 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

1. How many South African Embassies/Consulates are there in Zambia?

South Africa currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Zambia including and Lusaka.

2 - Do Zambian citizens need a visa for South Africa?

Citizens of Zambia (holders of regular passports) can travel to South Africa for 90 days without having to apply or obtain a South African visa for short-term tourism.

3- What is the Holiday Calendar of South African embassies in Zambia?

The South African representative offices in Zambia will be closed in observance of the following Zambian and South African holidays in 2026/2024:

  • Isra and Mi'raj (ZA) Fri, Jan 16, 2026 (1 week, 2 days)

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Pretoria, South Africa time is is same date and time Lusaka, Zambia

Lusaka, Zambia 06:05AMTuesday, January 06, 2026
Pretoria, South Africa 06:05AMTuesday, January 06, 2026

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