Lusaka has enjoyed something of a resurgence in recent years. It's a cosmopolitan city that is far less frenetic than most African capitals, though it can be a confusing place for visitors not familiar with its busy shanty towns, high-walled suburbs, bustling markets, boxy-looking high-rise buildings and mishmash of dusty tree-lined streets. There's a steady stream of construction, and shopping malls now service the sprawling suburbs. The roads aren't quite keeping up with development, so peak hour traffic can be hectic, but there's an air of optimism here. This is a town that's on the rise.
Several sites and suggestions will pop up if you Google ‘what to do in Lusaka’ — think museums and monuments — but, in my opinion, if you