Close to 99 percent of the population is African, with only 1 percent being European. The Africans are divided into 73 different ethnic groups, including various Bantu peoples. Language English is the official and administrative language. Additionally, seven major Zambian languages are spoken. It is difficult to determine how many people practice any one religion in Zambia.
Many people adhere to a combination of two or more religions or belief systems.
Estimates as to how many people practice Christianity vary between 50 and 90 percent, depending on the source of the estimate and whether it considers the combination of Christian principles with indigenous beliefs as practicing Christianity. There are around 44,000 members of the Church of Christ with over 668 congregations. General Attitudes Zambians are warm and welcoming people. Most Zambians, especially those in the rural areas, are very patient and take life as it comes. The elderly, chiefs, and persons of high status are shown great respect.