IS LUSAKA WORTH VISITING? - Exploring Zambia's Bustling Capital City! | 🇿🇲 🇿🇲

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  • Welcome to Zambia's Capital!
    My first day in Zambia took me around the small capital city of Lusaka. This city is by no means a hot tourist destination, but an ever-so-ordinary concrete jungle which is usually visited out of necessity, not choice. That said, I enjoyed my one day visit to this city, wandering its boulevards, meeting the locals, and enjoying access to shopping centers and developed-world amenities before beginning my train journey to Tanzania!
    00:00 Intro
    00:19 Morning at the Protea Hotel
    02:17 Downtown Lusaka
    03:57 TAZARA ticket office
    04:17 Independence Avenue
    04:49 Freedom Monument
    05:44 Walking Independence Avenue
    07:13 Intercontinental Lusaka
    07:50 East Park Shopping
    10:02 Minibus ride
    10:52 Hilton Garden Inn & Protea Hotel
    12:14 Outro
    Vlog Number 2 | Africa | #Zambia #Lusaka | Filmed July 2019
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  • @DrifterDave
    @DrifterDave  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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  • @gy7694
    @gy7694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    I visited Zambia from the UK for a month when I was 17 and it was a life changing experience. I'm looking at a chalk painting right now framed on my wall that I bought from a guy on the street in Lusaka. White water rafting the Zambezi was incredible! The locals we interacted with were very warm and friendly. Countries like Kenya and Morocco are probably the most recognised tourist destinations in Africa but exploring Zambia was one of the greatest experiences of my life.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It is definitely a country like no other! I only wish that I vlogged back in 2009 during my first visit to Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, and the cities of Livingstone and Chipata. Definitely an amazing country!

    • @medicineschool9393
      @medicineschool9393 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      better than venezuela 😃

    • @AbdulRehman-od3zt
      @AbdulRehman-od3zt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Plz vizit Pakistan

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      I would love to visit!

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      I visited Venezuela in 2008 when it was still relatively normal (but ultra-socialist). It was nothing like it is today. I don't think I'd ever go back, nor do I have any desire to see anything there apart from Angel Falls. Otherwise, Venezuela is as bad as they say. I'll leave it to the Drew Binsky's of the world to find good where not much exists - I'd rather just be honest.

  • @mmathew3673
    @mmathew3673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Zambia is worth visiting . You will not find such friendly people like Zambians , any where. Expensive than other places . But a lot to see, Victoria falls, game reserves, open pit mines ............many . I have stayed 45 years in Zambia, I have nothing negative ! I miss Zambia & Zambians !

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree! It's a beautiful country - one of the friendliest and most welcoming in Africa!

  • @freddyspizzaboy6754
    @freddyspizzaboy6754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ex pat from the UK here . I have been living in Zambia since 2013 and I love my life here in and around Lusaka.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awesome! I'm glad you're loving Lusaka - it's a great city!

  • @Zedstudentpo
    @Zedstudentpo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    I could have gladly shown you around ... Zambia is safe and people are friendly

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I would have loved that! Without an audience at the time (this vlog was not yet live), this was more difficult to arrange! Thank you for the kind offer - and I agree that Zambia is one of the safest countries in the world and the people are wonderful! ❤🇿🇲

    • @nolavout9094
      @nolavout9094 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Drifter Dave, not the prettiest country in the world, but love it, Vic falls amazing tho

    • @essamohmed7258
      @essamohmed7258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’m zambian/Indian and I hopefully will go there one day

  • @kevinmbuthia6019
    @kevinmbuthia6019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    i just saw dedan kimathi road.. a great kenyan hero. thank you zambia for recognizing african heros.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is definitely worth mentioning! 🙏

  • @sabrinabubnis6765
    @sabrinabubnis6765 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I grew up here. My house was 55 kabulonga road. My school was AIS. My parents worked at the american embassy. My heart is there forever.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm glad that I was able to help you bring back those memories! Lusaka is a wonderful city. 😃

    • @wowitsshit9734
      @wowitsshit9734 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am a conservative tea party republican. I love God, hate abortion. I grew up all over the world. Don't try to debate me. Oh and I'm a woman who hates feminism
      is that you?

    • @wowitsshit9734
      @wowitsshit9734 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DanielLamaswala oh another zambian not in zambia because he escaped the poverty to go to the USA.

    • @Prince_Unknown1
      @Prince_Unknown1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sabrina Bubris...Ironically i grew up in that area too....left zambia a while ago and currently living in Monaco...plz hit me with with your whatsapp if you dont mind. Thanks

    • @cristy0716
      @cristy0716 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wowitsshit9734 and?

  • @daniellantos26
    @daniellantos26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    I visited so often that I ended up getting married in Zambia. The thing is when I am in Zambia it feels like my own country Romania. You should visit Livingstone and other cities too

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Very cool! I have been to Livingstone and Chipata, but not on this journey. I was in Zambia ten years prior to this trip, but I didn't vlog back then so I don't have much video. I was mainly focused on photography back then 👍

    • @ignitionrod
      @ignitionrod 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      As an african I would've loved to fell that free in Romania as well.

    • @issadiawara38
      @issadiawara38 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coming through first time 🤗🤗

    • @duanemichaelwehrer6905
      @duanemichaelwehrer6905 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How are the women there? I would like to meet a Zambian woman. I think they are beautiful

    • @muthuigabriel2442
      @muthuigabriel2442 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@duanemichaelwehrer6905 very beautiful am a Kenyan and I met one ... They are so approachable and loving

  • @Sidetracked_in_Macau
    @Sidetracked_in_Macau 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Pretty cool! Thanks for sharing this video on Lusaka!

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you liked it! 😎

  • @buramed497
    @buramed497 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I lived in Zambia for the first 17 years of my life, great memories of it. I remembered the independence monument. I wish you spoke with some of the locals, Zambians are very friendly.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wish I did too! I was so focused on getting my train ticket & leaving the city the next morning, I didn't take the time to meet anyone. After releasing this vlog, I have dozens of local contacts now, so I'll definitely visit with those locals the next time that I'm in town!

    • @buramed497
      @buramed497 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave how are you so lucky to travel there so often?

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've only been twice - both times on greater tours of southern Africa. I am very lucky to have been able to visit!

    • @user-jv4ic8rh4d
      @user-jv4ic8rh4d 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I can atteat to the fact Zambians are very friendly and happy ppl. I married a beautiful sweet Zambian lady here in America. She has been such a wonderful mother and loving wife. He friends that live here are some of the best ppl ive known. Look forward to our trip and meet my family there.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      Zambia is incredible!

  • @BrianGreco
    @BrianGreco 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great - I love the view of EastPark Mall!

  • @algeriaforever1942
    @algeriaforever1942 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Sometimes, the best place in a country is not its capital, I know that Zambia is a neighbor of Tanzania, a country known for its breathtaking landscapes and safaris. I am sure that there are a lot of things that the both countries shares together. All my love to Zambia and its people and thanks for sharing your experience.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed! I visited Zambia ten years prior to this vlog, and had a great experience at the beautiful South Luangwa National Park and in Livingstone & Victoria Falls! The country has so much natural beauty. I definitely have enjoyed my travels in Zambia.

    • @AbdulRehman-od3zt
      @AbdulRehman-od3zt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Plz vizit Pakistan

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      I would love to visit Pakistan!

  • @ivywatts7176
    @ivywatts7176 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for sharing this, great video. I hope you enjoyed your stay and get to visit Zambia again. I miss it! 😔

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are welcome! I hope I get to visit again, too! 😎 🇿🇲

  • @businessstudieswithsimatel6713
    @businessstudieswithsimatel6713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Impressive work Dave, I really enjoyed the tour

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it 😎🙏

  • @patriciamalyango6892
    @patriciamalyango6892 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The way I love this country

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me too! 🇿🇲❤

  • @timbuyoti1198
    @timbuyoti1198 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Interesting fact about the freedom statue, it was modelled after a real person (forgot his name) who ACTUALLY broke the chains he was locked in. The British colonialists arrested him after a riot, and were goading and taunting him to break the chains if he wanted his freedom. He did and now he's a freedom statue

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s incredible! Thanks for sharing 😃

  • @renamuchindu1586
    @renamuchindu1586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love the commentary , though I do wish you'd seen and shown more of the museums , art galleries , lodges and resorts we have in Lusaka , there are so many ... Looking forward to your next vlog of your time here ❤️

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's good advice for next time! I was just in the area for a very short time to arrange my train ticket, and then had to leave in a hurry to catch the train. I was very jet-lagged, too, so I didn't feel like exploring much because I was so over tired. But, I will plan to return to Lusaka in the future and find a local guide to show me around!

  • @alexresce7535
    @alexresce7535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Zambia is generaly safe, I have visited Luzaka a couple of times, confortable city, well planned compared to other chaotic African capitals, but very boring, people are quite friendly and chilled.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree it's a very safe place! Not a lot to do, but it still maintains a certain appeal.👍

  • @jollygoodgordon5580
    @jollygoodgordon5580 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    *I love the vibe of the city, as a part ethiopian I’ve only been to Ethiopia 2 times. I live in the west. I’d love to visit more African countries in the future, definitely Zambia one day.* 😍👌🏾

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You should go! It's an incredible country and quite possibly the safest in all of Africa (along with Botswana!).

  • @sabrinabubnis6765
    @sabrinabubnis6765 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Nothing dicey about it. I was a 14 year old girl running through these streets. All over motor club area,jonnies club. Those were the days! I now live in america but I felt safer living in Lusaka then I do in the US

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes, Lusaka is overwhelmingly safe and secure. There are certain parts where I felt less safe carrying around my expensive video equipment (around people who were clearly drunk or on drugs) but Zambia is an incredibly safe place. And I echo your sentiment - I also feel less safe in the USA than in Zambia! 😂

    • @sabrinabubnis6765
      @sabrinabubnis6765 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That was awesome of you. Thanks! When your in the embassy community, your assigned a sponsor. A sponsor is a fellow american embassy family that shows the new family to post around. We take them to get groceries and give them the tour of their new post. Well we were on our way back from showing the new family the school. We took a turn down leopards hill road to head back towards kabulonga. We didnt realize the president was coming down the road. There were people lined up the whole way to town waiting to catch a glimpse of him. Being american, we were instructed by the marines at the embassy never to stop our car for police or citizens. Basically dont pull over. So my mom was being waved to the side of the road to pull over, but because of the protocall for Americans my mom kept going. They finally blockaides the road with their bodies and she had to pull over. It ended with the new american family in the car, my brothers and sister of age 8 and below, and myself being surrounded with 5 M16s and my mother a pistol to her head over the glass. Needless to say, I'd say a gathering is the president coming. Definitely pull over

    • @Prince_Unknown1
      @Prince_Unknown1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sabrinabubnis6765 plz tell me more because i used to visit those scenes at times....

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sabrinabubnis6765 I'm sorry I missed this story! That would be very stressful! Crazy story! :D

  • @Godfrey..
    @Godfrey.. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    love my country now and forever wakanda forever.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's good to be proud of your country!

  • @ningyen1444
    @ningyen1444 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This video got me hooked, and now I’m determined to become a billionaire in just two years! 💪💰
    I would love to visit Zambia

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for watching!

  • @Icureditwithmybrain
    @Icureditwithmybrain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Zambia has the lowest crime rate (even lower than the US) in Africa which is what brought me here.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t doubt that for a minute, and I agree that it is one of the safest, if not the safest country in Africa. I would recommend a visit to Zambia to every traveller 👍

  • @chillstudybeats1709
    @chillstudybeats1709 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There are so many parks and lodges pools are so beautiful 😊

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree! It is a BEAUTIFUL country! I love AFRICA and Zambia! 🇿🇲😎

  • @hazelmatsika7005
    @hazelmatsika7005 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Zambia is beautiful...im from Zim....would love to visit one day

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You should! Both Zambia and Zimbabwe are amazing countries 😎

    • @nolavout9094
      @nolavout9094 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't expect Zambia to be as pretty as Zim but well worth a visit

    • @kulhemhlongo
      @kulhemhlongo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Hazel matsika Me too I'd love to visit Lusaka maybe we should organise a tour after the pandemic

    • @davidlungu446
      @davidlungu446 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kulhemhlongo come .I will give you two nights stay at my house in 10 miles.so you can have the typical zambian experience

  • @issadiawara38
    @issadiawara38 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    First time Going to Zambia 🇿🇲 in 4 days mate thanks for sharing this with us it helps a lot 🤗

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have fun! I hope you have a great trip :)

    • @issadiawara38
      @issadiawara38 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave thanks mate 🤗🤗🤗

    • @potipharlupande6122
      @potipharlupande6122 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you visit? How was your experience

  • @wendyz4171
    @wendyz4171 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful video! You make me wanna visit Zambia now.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You should! I'm glad you enjoyed the vlog 😎

    • @Chilejoe_
      @Chilejoe_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are welcome

  • @ianferguson4728
    @ianferguson4728 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Visited Zambia in 2011. Spent most of the 10 days in Chirundu. First thing I noticed was that everyone smiles. Lusaka was awesome on a Friday night. Lovely people. And a Zambian tot is big. So don't think you can drink. Zambians don't mess around. Loved the place.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m glad you had a great experience! Zambia is an amazing country 🙏

    • @akatuksta
      @akatuksta 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😀😀😆😆Correct we do love our pint

  • @RoyalAnarchist
    @RoyalAnarchist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I like that someone has made a video specifically on Zambia

  • @MD90ish
    @MD90ish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My Zambia!!

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amazing country! 🇿🇲

  • @heartstarottm9245
    @heartstarottm9245 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    GREAT VIDEO. THX

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re very welcome 🙏

  • @Charcmode
    @Charcmode 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    People are definitely friendly. I’ve experienced it myself on my recent trip to Zambia.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some of the friendliest people on Earth! 😎

    • @mariojan6868
      @mariojan6868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not so friendly in this video... calling him MZUNGU whiite boy and asking for his Iphone

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think they were just joking around 😂🙏

    • @khadijascorner.
      @khadijascorner. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@DrifterDave You are right as they were just being themselves by joking around. Im originally Zambian and in Zambia and African in general, addressing someone as white (muzungu) or black is not considered offensive as Africans are brought up to be comfortable in their own skin tone and surely this only is considered offensive here in the western world where one learns to know what colour skin they are due to prejudice and discrimination surrounding us.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@khadijascorner. I agree!

  • @umutesitracy9088
    @umutesitracy9088 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wawo Nice ,, welcome to Kampala Uganda 🇺🇬also.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! My vlogs of Jinja, Kampala, and Kabale Uganda will be posted in the coming weeks!

  • @LilacGlo
    @LilacGlo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Interesting to see my beautiful country Zambia through your eyes . Thanks for sharing your experience. 👍

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My pleasure 😊

    • @LilacGlo
      @LilacGlo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Drifter Dave you’re welcome 🙏🥰

    • @otsuspyre1841
      @otsuspyre1841 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your seeing your country through Rose colored glasses, but that doesn't take away the tragedy that is unfolding in your great country. Zambia has been recolonized. Wake up.

    • @LilacGlo
      @LilacGlo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Daniel Lamaswala thanks! Sure will check it out once you upload it. Do keep in touch 👍🏽

    • @glenncater1
      @glenncater1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      you are beautiful

  • @DrifterDave
    @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @thegiven15
    @thegiven15 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just saw this, Really amazing Vlog!
    Your channel actually has a huge growth potential!

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! I hope that is true 😎 I'm not looking for fame and fortune, just to share my travels with those who are interested. Thank you for checking out my channel!

    • @otsuspyre1841
      @otsuspyre1841 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That huge growth potential is NOT benefitting Zambians. Wake up, The CCP treats Zambians like dogs, and that is not an overstatement. Black Zambians are being descriminated against in their own country. This narrative is BS. Wake up, Zambia. Wake up.

  • @LynnLeeTalks
    @LynnLeeTalks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The iPhone never disappoints 😂. Still good footage

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I've since upgraded my iPhone, so here's hoping the new footage is a bit better!

  • @real1mafia
    @real1mafia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    my country 🇿🇲⚡️

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A very beautiful country!!

  • @anthonymanderson7671
    @anthonymanderson7671 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for visiting my country 🇿🇲
    You're welcome at anytime.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!! I’ll be back 😎🇿🇲

    • @anthonymanderson7671
      @anthonymanderson7671 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave you're welcome 😊 👍🏾

  • @msafirisaidiphd6723
    @msafirisaidiphd6723 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Likes Zambia from Tanzania 🇹🇿🇿🇲

  • @rebeccaontario11
    @rebeccaontario11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Zambian here!new sub

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for subbing! 😎

  • @zedafrovibez2960
    @zedafrovibez2960 ปีที่แล้ว

    Zambia is interesting place to live and visit

  • @eddienyambe5046
    @eddienyambe5046 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    First of all...East Africa bro!!!!

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know Zambia isn't part of East Africa, but the overall trip in this series was East Africa (Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Djibouti)....Zambia was just my launching off point for this trip. Sorry for any confusion!

  • @mexhackhermstone1714
    @mexhackhermstone1714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful city much love from Nairobi Kenya

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching! 😎

    • @kennedychanda9961
      @kennedychanda9961 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi guys your city is more beautiful than ours, I love the way it looks. Nairobi town is well planned I tell you and its bigger than our own town in size, looking forward to see our town on another level.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you get the chance to visit Lusaka!

  • @evoraevora5870
    @evoraevora5870 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow Zambia is more beautifull than many country of Europe like Paris here,

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm glad you see the beauty of the country! 🙏

  • @BuyeriteTech
    @BuyeriteTech 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been stayed there for 5 years, most people are friendly and nice

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are very friendly! 😎

  • @sitabarry7739
    @sitabarry7739 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Clean city Go lusaka

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it is one of Africa's cleanest cities! A lot of beautiful green space too!

  • @aaronsimukonda9970
    @aaronsimukonda9970 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fair Report

  • @ashleygoordin2527
    @ashleygoordin2527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Cheers! 😎

  • @steveroger3669
    @steveroger3669 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Amazing channel

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much 😀

    • @steveroger3669
      @steveroger3669 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DanielLamaswala i fly maybe next year to Lusaka

    • @steveroger3669
      @steveroger3669 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DanielLamaswala yes my friend

  • @coachrabyonda
    @coachrabyonda 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for visiting zambia

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are most welcome!

    • @coachrabyonda
      @coachrabyonda 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave
      You are most welcome to Zambia. You should visit Zambia again.

  • @lifeofgmcanada
    @lifeofgmcanada 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Planning to open my company sales office in africa and working out which country best in all way....love your work & explaination about zambia....goodluck from oshawa ontario Canada🇨🇦🌹😘😍

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your kind words! All the best with the opening of your company office 😎

    • @manyande8682
      @manyande8682 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would recommend Zambia to anyone anytime - you’re assured of great return on your investment and it’s safe. A lot of foreign investors are coming to this country and soon it’ll be among the leading economies is Africa.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      I completely agree

  • @aaron20ish
    @aaron20ish 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wanna live there, beautifull place

  • @thatbaldgamer88
    @thatbaldgamer88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great people, very friendly. Not sketchy at all, they were just curious. You noticed them staring because they were just trying to figure you out, the more comfortable you become, the less you’ll feel that way.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's totally fair. I had a bad experience being mugged on the streets of Durban, South Africa about 9 years prior, so I was definitely on edge, but I became comfortable fairly quickly afterwards. This was the first day of a month-long trip across East Africa. I experienced absolutely no safety problems in all of Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, or Djibouti (apart from corrupt police).

  • @dinolspoonkaevibes8474
    @dinolspoonkaevibes8474 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The next time you come, try visit Katete District of the eastern province and Watch Kulamba Ceremony it the best ceremony in the whole country that gets the attention of the whole country. its every year August.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope I'll get another chance to check it out!

  • @APerson-gl4hs
    @APerson-gl4hs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I felt like I got a personal tour guide of Lusaka. Thanks.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad to hear that!😎

    • @charlesdaka4604
      @charlesdaka4604 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just hit me up when you in Zambia
      charleslowanidaka04@gmail.com

    • @culturepocast
      @culturepocast 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He didn't even show you anything..

  • @catherinechola8316
    @catherinechola8316 ปีที่แล้ว

    Iam a real Zambian woman born in Zambia 🇿🇲 and growing in Zambia .I love my country peaceful nationa.

  • @mayahills9575
    @mayahills9575 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Proudly Zambian I love my country
    In Lusaka is where home
    Am free to tour you around Zambia

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If I'm ever back in Lusaka, I will reach out! Zambia is a beautiful country - one of my top ten in Africa 🙏

    • @phiniasdonald2414
      @phiniasdonald2414 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Give me your number...am planning to visit

  • @misheckwams9748
    @misheckwams9748 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Population of Lusaka is about 4.5 million people not 1.5 million..

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      4.5 million in the metro area, I believe 👍 I sourced my information from a Google search (which returns 1.7 million), but this is probably reflective of only the city proper, and not surrounding area.

    • @bombshell8876
      @bombshell8876 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It can't be 4.5 million , it would have been gazetted as one of the Africa's most populous cities , but I took the chance of googling , and I find the population is 2.7 million , which is a lot but not close to 4.5

    • @seydoutraore2867
      @seydoutraore2867 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bro look at the traffic jam. This city can't be more than 2 millions people.
      Come to see Dakar traffic jam(3 millions) or Abidjan (5 millions)

  • @anastasiachaloba3160
    @anastasiachaloba3160 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Represented us well though it was too short. Do another video for livingstone and siavonga

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      When I'm back in Zambia, I'll definitely do that!

  • @ExplanationNext
    @ExplanationNext 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice commentary!

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad you enjoyed it

    • @ExplanationNext
      @ExplanationNext 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DrifterDaveSure did. Was really interesting to see my country from a tourist's perspective. Are you Canadian?

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Tilus Newman I sure am! Thank you for checking out my vlog! 😎👍

    • @ExplanationNext
      @ExplanationNext 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DrifterDave Sweet. I am actually living in NS Canada right now. Perhaps you should give me a tour someday! Haha.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I live in Calgary, Alberta! Let me know if you are ever in the area - take care!

  • @chandrusahijwani1095
    @chandrusahijwani1095 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless Africa

  • @yavwamulwanda8603
    @yavwamulwanda8603 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm from Zambia 🇿🇲❤️

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re very lucky!!! I still dream of my visit to South Luangwa National Park back in 2009. I definitely hope to return to Zambia someday soon 👍

  • @landwekanyanta9203
    @landwekanyanta9203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love my city Lusaka

  • @ThanaPhaPloen
    @ThanaPhaPloen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job

  • @kristalhilaire279
    @kristalhilaire279 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love your commentary.

  • @cabelly27
    @cabelly27 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I spend a lot of time in Zambia my family is from there and shame you did not see more. Lusaka is like any city in the world its a mix of good and bad but Zambians are great people and friendly. There is a lot of hidden gems and places to go but you need people to direct you on places to visit and eat great local food. Next time take up some of the TH-camrs from there to show you around you will have a great time and never forget it.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's good advice! I had to leave Lusaka in a hurry to catch the train to Dar es Salaam, and was quite jet-lagged, so I didn't explore as much as I should have! Next time 😎

  • @sabrinabubnis6765
    @sabrinabubnis6765 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Also there is so much more to see. Not of the inner city. Where there is such a diverse group of people. White black Asian Indian. The best indian restaurant I've ever eaten at. Muskraat....I dont know if it's still there. But that was my place! And raphsodys.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would love to return to Lusaka after COVID dies down and give the city the time it deserves! I agree with you, I didn't get to see very much in the time I had!

  • @toivothomas9817
    @toivothomas9817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Visiting Zambia for the first time. However, Pick n Pay is Namibian!

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for clarifying - I've seen them mostly in South Africa! I hope your visit to Zambia goes well!

  • @franklinlindunda9033
    @franklinlindunda9033 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    you will need someone to guide you around our country, u literally viewed less than 1 percent of the city🤦

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes, I agree that I didn’t see much on my short visit around the city. I felt too jet lagged after the 30-hour flight to explore too hard, and was focused on arranging the rail journey and my days beyond. I plan to return to Lusaka and give the city a closer look in the coming years 👍

  • @daniellecobb6001
    @daniellecobb6001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    All I think about is the food when I see a traveling documentary lol

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I should probably film the food more often (must be too focused on eating it!) 😎

  • @theKhumbaguy
    @theKhumbaguy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Interesting your tour around Lusaka. The building you stood under, opposite FINDECO house is where I work.
    Welcome and hope you enjoyed your time here.

    • @michelod.i.y.5202
      @michelod.i.y.5202 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hello, enjoyed your kafue vid recently 😁

    • @theKhumbaguy
      @theKhumbaguy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@michelod.i.y.5202 Oh thanks. 😁😁

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for watching! 😎

  • @landenbubnis3536
    @landenbubnis3536 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's safe at night too...14,white went to the American school and manda Hill was the place to be.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it's a very safe city!

  • @gerard518
    @gerard518 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bet there are some real hidden gems in this neck of the woods. I love visiting locations that are off the beaten track. Sitting in the airport at Dubai waiting for a connecting flight and saw "Lusaka" spring up on the departures board hence how I ended up here. Thanks for the nice video 👍

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s well worth a visit, and a great launching off point for visiting Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, or the Lower Zambezi. Definitely one of Africa’s most pleasant capitals! Thanks for watching 😎

  • @sedbreaksthebed
    @sedbreaksthebed 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Did you have to get a visa in order go enter Zambia?

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Depending on your nationality, you may need a visa. As a Canadian, I paid $50 USD for a tourist visa, issued on arrival at Lusaka International Airport. Check the following link for info:
      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Zambia

  • @gasaliolivier2116
    @gasaliolivier2116 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's true Zambia city.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excellent city 👍 I can’t wait to return and see more of it

  • @EvansBotha-lo5kx
    @EvansBotha-lo5kx 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Zambia is rich❤❤❤🇿🇲🇿🇲🇿🇲

  • @damianmcdonagh7908
    @damianmcdonagh7908 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, many thanks for posting. I've previously been to Dakar in Senegal and Cape Town in South Africa. Next up is Namibia. Where were you mugged in South Africa? Parts of Johannesburg are highly dangerous.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Namibia is incredible! I was mugged on Point Road in Durban, in broad daylight, right next to a KFC restaurant. There were about 50 onlookers who did nothing. I managed to fight the three young men (about age 21) off as they tried to pin me down to steal my wallet and camera. A few punches and kicks to the face sent them running. One was arrested. Thankfully, they didn't have any weapons and were high out of their minds when they attacked, so it could have been much worse. Crazy experience!

    • @britjj5126
      @britjj5126 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave That’s insane and so sorry you had that terrible experience 😞 I often hear how dangerous it is so it’s disturbing to hear someone who has first hand experienced it. Glad you made it out in one piece but not an experience you will quickly forget unfortunately 🍃

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was a very harrowing experience! I'm glad I made it out alive. South Africa could be so much more than it is, if they could only get their street crime under control. It's a shame.

  • @LomasLifestyle
    @LomasLifestyle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely vlog. Zambia is southern Central Africa though.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, the only reason it’s included in the “East Africa Vlog” is because it was the launching point for the railway trip to East Africa. 28 of the 30 episodes in the series are actually in East Africa (my focus for this particular trip).

  • @Ray-ji4hm
    @Ray-ji4hm 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seems like you were here on a public holiday. Only times Lusaka is that quiet lol. Maybe try an Airbnb in one of the neighbourhoods next time for a more "homey" feel to your visit 🙂

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That could very well be! And I would 100% use private accommodation, but won't be supporting AirBNB. They burned millions of vloggers by pulling their affiliate program without warning, leaving us advertising their site, not realizing we weren't receiving any referral credit for those ads. Great product, but a horrible company.

  • @norahafanaza4771
    @norahafanaza4771 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I literally met u in unalaskaaaa

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for having me!

  • @bwalechitebeta3319
    @bwalechitebeta3319 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    @6:25 you did well to avoid the crowd

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought so too! Any ideas what the commotion was about?

    • @bwalechitebeta3319
      @bwalechitebeta3319 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave not sure when you passed but that's the supreme Courts ground and if it was mid 2021 then most likely it was the then opposition party there and 2 people got killed there by stray bullets

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was in July 2019!

  • @aurarahma4805
    @aurarahma4805 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greatings from jakarta,indonesia

  • @rebeccaontario11
    @rebeccaontario11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What camera do you use?

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      These vlogs were filmed on a Canon SL2 DSLR with a Sigma 18-250 mm lens and Rode VideoMicro or on my iPhone 7 (depending on how feasible it was to film with the big rig). If you're interested in tech specs on a video to video basis, I list this info in the description of each video! Thank you for your question!

  • @deckiemoneyguide
    @deckiemoneyguide ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In Zambia you can walk freely without any fear or racism

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, it is a very safe and pleasant country!

  • @pratikkumar9927
    @pratikkumar9927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how was your train journey to tanzania was it safe and how was the experience thanks

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out my vlog of the train trip!
      th-cam.com/video/hZJ6dGHRu2w/w-d-xo.html

  • @jucamatilde5865
    @jucamatilde5865 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been there years ago

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you enjoyed your visit!

  • @ernestmwape
    @ernestmwape 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im happy u enjoyed yo stay. I cannt say the same thing about my experience transiting through Schippo airport in Netherlands - i was searched twice b4 i checked into the airport hotel. It was inhospitable shameful behaviour becoz i was singled out - the only black passenger

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so sorry that this happened to you. Prejudice and discrimination are still alive and well in many parts of the world. What you describe is definitely shameful and unfair behavior 😕

  • @jacksonbanda4869
    @jacksonbanda4869 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes why not its worth it

  • @culturepocast
    @culturepocast 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Zambia is very safe.. You didn't even see half of Lusaka

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I didn’t attempt to see much of Lusaka - I was jet lagged and was only there to buy the ticket for the train to Dar. Just a brief visit around the city centre. And I’m in agreement that Lusaka is one of the safest capitals in Africa 👍

  • @wnalikka
    @wnalikka ปีที่แล้ว

    the first moment i saw Lusaka i saw Paused development.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      What do you figure is holding it back?

    • @wnalikka
      @wnalikka ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave that's a long multi faceted answer that cant receive fair treatment in a mere 30 second TH-cam reply. But it is endemic in many former protectorates and colonies around the world.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      Fair enough! Would love to hear your thoughts on it sometime.

  • @kennedychanda9961
    @kennedychanda9961 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As long as the town planners have no interest to change the face of Lusaka, then we are in trouble because we need people who are renovative and full of ideas and not to be content of what I call filthy structures which are occupying the spaces for nothing, let's organize our selves to do what people can appreciate and see that we are a country of vision.

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I see a lot of potential in Lusaka. I think it deserves some new architecture to put the city on the world map. Right now, it's skyline is quite unimpressive, with the exception of the Hilton Garden Inn. Modernizing existing skyscrapers and building new ones would go a long way to promote further investment.

  • @GrixxlyStrength
    @GrixxlyStrength 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *only a harvey tile roof can give you lasting happiness*

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If only more people knew! 😂

    • @renamuchindu1586
      @renamuchindu1586 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂Harvey tiles tells it like it is , I always love seeing their ads
      "A roof without Harvey tiles is like a baby without a nappy ; there will be leaks "

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol that's awesome!

  • @smiley_face3
    @smiley_face3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My sister is from Zambia :DD

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your sister is lucky!

  • @stewartboyd3128
    @stewartboyd3128 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whats that tie fighter doing at 12.33

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It must be a recommended video that TH-cam is suggesting to you at the end of the credits. They are unique for every viewer (basically TH-cam ads).

  • @chuckydism
    @chuckydism 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How’s the food? Weather? Hotels? Culture? Things to do?

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was only there for one day en route to the Tazara Railway, and was pretty jetlagged, so I didn't get to see much. This was my second visit to Lusaka, though, and I can say with confidence that you'll find great food, mild weather, thriving culture & tons of mega-malls to satisfy your urban hunger. Make sure to check out the Freedom Statue and the Zambia National Museum while you're in the area.

  • @yb8356
    @yb8356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My house is literally there in that area

  • @Oriundecineva
    @Oriundecineva 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    România- Lusaka 👐 👐

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a beautiful city! 🇿🇲

    • @Oriundecineva
      @Oriundecineva 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DrifterDave Amazing documentary ! Greetings from Romania !✋✋

  • @leonpetertv
    @leonpetertv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    😅😅💕💕💕💕

  • @stellamtega4804
    @stellamtega4804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Enjoyed your video
    I was just looking for data about Zambia that could help me in my research for business opportunities around Zambia any phone numbers of the locals that helped you out?Was it a good city for business?Cheers from Tanzania for the good video

    • @DrifterDave
      @DrifterDave  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm glad you enjoyed the video! It seemed like a city that was prospering with a lot of potential! I did meet a few locals but I'd have to look up their information - email me! And don't forget to subscribe to my channel for more videos from East Africa!😀

    • @jamiemilumbe7110
      @jamiemilumbe7110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What would you like to know Stella?

    • @stellamtega4804
      @stellamtega4804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DrifterDave Thank you,let me email you.
      It was actually the first thing i did to subscribe 😀

    • @stellamtega4804
      @stellamtega4804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jamiemilumbe7110 everything about Zambia the culture ,the language ,the business opportunities and investments growth rate hahaha 😀

    • @butterfly9274
      @butterfly9274 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just visit the place yourself and judge for yourself