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Zambia has had some truly historic moments in sports that have brought national pride and international recognition. Here are some of the greatest achievements in Zambian sports history:

🏆 1. 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Victory

Achievement: Zambia won the 2012 AFCON in dramatic fashion by defeating Ivory Coast on penalties.

Why it’s legendary: It was Zambia's first-ever AFCON title and came in Libreville, Gabon—close to the site of the 1993 plane crash that claimed the national team’s lives. The victory was deeply emotional and symbolic.

Captain: Christopher Katongo

Coach: Hervé Renard

Final Score: 0-0 (Zambia won 8–7 on penalties)

🥉 2. Samuel Matete – World Champion in Athletics

Achievement: Matete won gold in the 400m hurdles at the 1991 IAAF World Championships in Tokyo.

Why it’s iconic: He was the first African to win this event and remains one of Zambia's most decorated athletes.

Also notable: Silver medalist at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.

⚽ 3. Zambia U-20 Team – 2017 AFCON Champions

Achievement: Won the 2017 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations hosted in Zambia.

Why it matters: It showcased a new generation of talent and revived national hope for future football success.

Stars: Patson Daka, Enock Mwepu, Fashion Sakala

🥇 4. Boxing Glory – Esther Phiri

Achievement: Esther Phiri became Zambia’s first internationally recognized female boxing champion.

Titles Held: Multiple world titles including WIBA and GBU belts.

Why it stands out: She broke gender barriers and inspired women in sports across the nation.

🇿🇲 5. 1988 Olympic Football – Quarterfinal Finish

Achievement: Zambia's national football team reached the quarterfinals at the 1988 Seoul Olympics.

Highlight: 4–0 victory over Italy – considered one of the most stunning Olympic football upsets.

Star Player: Kalusha Bwalya (scored a hat-trick)

Tanzania's 🇹🇿 Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project, 99.5% locally funded, is now fully operational, boosting the domestic power supply and electricity exports to Zambia🇿🇲.

All nine turbines are running, generating a total of 2,115 MW.