"My home town" Kitwe by Kalulu

Kitwe Travel Guide: 9 reviews and 1 photos

Much I have to say about this town is not great. I'll be honest. People don't come on holiday to Kitwe when they visit Zambia and there's a reason for it....there ain't much to do. The main reason people come here is for business or to visit family and friends. Its a great town but not very 'touristy'.

Last visit to Kitwe: Dec 2002
Intro Updated Feb 13, 2003
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Reviews (6)

Better safe than sorry Transportation (1)

DO NOT use any public transport in Kitwe unless you are suicidal! Honestly, the vehicles are not roadworthy and the... more travel advice

Sticky fingers Warnings and Dangers (1)

Please use your common sense whenever you travel anywhere in Zambia. Lock your car, house, etc. Don't leave anything... more travel advice

Great steaks Restaurants (2)

I always hear good reports about this place. Its called the Squash Club because it used to be the canteen to the actual... more travel advice

Kitwe's little gem Hotels (1)

I live in Kitwe so I've never actually stayed any where else but home. But I felt compelled to mention this place... more travel advice

Favorites (1)
Very much a commercial center

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exkitwe Nov 1, 2007 at 6:04 AM

Was reading you comment about the Squash club. Just to let you know that l had the lease on the restaurant for 5 years. I named the restaurant Rack-A-Teers. Yes l was renowned for the best steaks in town. I bet a lot of my staff are still there.
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Mrslady622 Jun 25, 2007 at 6:51 AM

I am planning a trip to Kitwe in the very near future and the tips were great!!
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Rudikay Feb 27, 2007 at 12:15 AM

How things have changed over the years! Where are the days you could leave your car/house unlocked, without having to worry that someone would help themselves to your goods! But I suppose the whole world has changed!
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thaiflyer1 Mar 3, 2005 at 6:01 PM

I too was in Kitwe 1971-76. Went to school at Kitwe Boys Secondary. Many happy memories. Kitwe Playing Fields, Rokana Cinema, Jens snack bar. My names Allan Chisholm.......anyone out there know me from school? Teresa Brown where are you?
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Bwana_Brown Apr 26, 2004 at 6:06 PM

That Indian restaurant sounds great! There used to be some fantastic Chinese ones in Kitwe when I worked there 30 years ago (likely Indian too)!
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applemaca Jun 4, 2003 at 2:13 PM

Lived in Kitwe 1971 - 1976. A place very dear to my heart.
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Yubert Mar 26, 2003 at 8:52 PM

Happy B-day. Never heard of Kitwe but would like to see pics of this place.