Women living in Lusaka consider the safety level to be relatively low, with an overall safety rating of 1.8 out of 5.
Women living in Lusaka consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.8 out of 5.
On average 47% percentage of women in Zambia have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
Safety rating: | 1.8/5 | Unsafe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | N/A | Not enough data |
Safety using public transport: | N/A | Not enough data |
Crime rate: | 1.8/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being physically attacked: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | N/A | Not enough data |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | N/A | Not enough data |
Ngawa
It's hard to explain, but I generally feel both safe and unsafe in Lusaka. To some degree it's a matter of knowing where I'm going,obviously some areas are more safe than others. But I'm also aware that as a woman, I'm never ever truly safe anywhere. In my opinion the most common type of harassment is catcalling. Men will always try to walk you to your destination, get your number, comment on your body outfit name it. And the "I want to be your friend"🤮uncles(older men)who drive suspiciously close to you. Please always be aware of your surroundings,don't walk with headphones in both ears blasting loud music. I think this has always helped me stay clear of terrible situations. Oh and if you go clubbing,take care of your drink and be weary of men who want to excessively buy you alcohol, they call it "marinating"💔.
Posted: January 22, 2025Alena
I’m Alena! A Russian living in Zambia for just one month but already know places and some culture , while learning more. I love doing Tik Toks and dancing:)
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