a republic in central Africa; formerly controlled by Great Britain and called Northern Rhodesia until it gained independence within the commonwealth in 1964
"Zambia is a republic in central Africa that was formerly known as Northern Rhodesia before gaining independence from Great Britain in 1964."
A country in Southern Africa. Official name: Republic of Zambia. Formerly called Northern Rhodesia.
"Zambia, officially known as the Republic of Zambia and formerly called Northern Rhodesia, is a landlocked nation located in Southern Africa."
The name Zambia comes from the Zambezi River. It was originally used to refer to the region surrounding that river.