Zambia has large tracts of uncultivated arable land with good soil, a favorable climate and generally adequate water supply. The country has numerous natural attractions, including Victoria Falls, relatively abundant wildlife, and a generally pleasant climate which, if marketed properly, attract more tourists. Non-mineral exports, particularly horticultural and floricultural products, have enjoyed strong growth in recent years. In 1998, slow courts and inadequate law enforcement procedures resulted in a case of an unjustly jailed U.S. businessman, who was ultimately acquitted. U.S. companies have been successful in getting court rulings enforcing their contracts, even against parastatal companies.
Crime is an area of concern.
English is an official language of Zambia, and is universally spoken by educated Zambians. There is no bankruptcy law in Zambia. Secured interests in property are possible and recognized, but fairly rare. There is no system of recording these interests. All rights under foreign copyright laws are reserved.