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ZamStats regularly conducts surveys, and participation is encouraged. Enumerators are selected based on their performance during survey periods, and to be considered, you can apply to be added to the ZamStats database. The basic requirement is that you a Credit or above in GCE O’level in English and Mathematics. Applications can be sent to:
The Statistician General
Zambia Statistics Agency, P.O. Box 31888,
Lusaka,
Attention: Human Resource Officer.
Note that certain surveys, such as the Zambia Health and Demographic Survey, Monthly Price Quotations, and Quarterly GDP Establishment Data, are conducted by trained government officers.
ZamStats offers internship opportunities for graduates with a bachelor's degree. To apply, specify the division that best suits your qualifications—Econ, Agric, Social, or Information and Research divisions. Submit your application to:
The Statistician General
Zambia Statistics Agency, P.O. Box 31888,
Lusaka,
Attention: Human Resource Officer.
Most of the products provided by ZamStats are free of charge and accessible through various platforms, including the website, the data portal, or by visiting ZamStats Headquarters or the provincial/regional offices.
ZamStats is a statutory body established through the Statistics Act No. 13 of 2018. As a government entity under the Ministry of Finance and National Development, it is mandated to compile, analyze, abstract, and disseminate demographic, social, economic, financial, agricultural, environmental, and other statistics.
ZamStats conducts various surveys, some quarterly, annually, and others every two years.
Administrative data refers to information people have already provided to the government while accessing public services. This data is used to produce statistics about the population, such as annual births and deaths statistics.
ZamStats takes confidentiality seriously. According to the Statistics Act, all information provided is kept confidential and used only for statistical purposes. Respondents' privacy is a priority, and if uncomfortable providing information to a known enumerator, an alternative ZamStats employee can conduct the interview.
Yes, ZamStats encourages the use of its data for reporting or research purposes. However, it is strictly prohibited to adjust any figures.
ZamStats maintains an archive of historical data and publications. You can access these resources through the data portal on our website or by visiting ZamStats Headquarters or the regional offices.
If you require a specific dataset that is not currently available on the data portal, you can submit a request to the Statistician General. We will do our best to accommodate your request, taking into consideration data confidentiality and availability.
To ensure the authenticity of statistical information, refer to our official publications available on the website or contact our offices directly. Beware of unofficial sources, and always verify information from ZamStats to guarantee accuracy.
While most of our services are provided free of charge, the use of ZamStats data for commercial purposes may be subject to specific terms and conditions. For inquiries regarding commercial use, please contact our Legal Department.
The information collected in these areas may be used for various purposes including policy formulation, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes and projects.
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