Warden Message - U.S. Embassy, Lusaka
Election Violence - Solwezi
U.S. Embassy, Lusaka. 30 October 2009.
On October 29 in the city of Solwezi, Northwestern Province, members of rival political parties engaged in violent clashes. There is the potential for further incidents leading up to and immediately following the November 19 parliamentary by-election. Although Americans have not been targeted, there is the potential for citizens to be caught up in disturbances. Americans in Solwezi district should avoid large political gatherings.
Americans living or traveling in Zambia who are not already registered with the U.S. Embassy are encouraged to do so through the State Department's travel registration website, so that they can obtain updated information on travel and security within Zambia. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy in Lusaka. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.
The U.S. Embassy U.S. Embassy is located at the corner of Independence and United Nations Avenues. The mailing address is P.O. Box 31617, Lusaka, Zambia. U.S. citizens may contact the American Embassy during regular work hours, Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. by dialing 260-1-250-955. For after-hours emergencies involving American citizens, please dial 260-1-250-955 extension 1. The fax number is 260-1-252-225. For routine services, American citizens should make an appointment via the Embassy’s appointment website.