What is the emergency number in Zambia?
The main emergency number in Zambia is 999. Police: 999, Ambulance: 991, Fire: 993.
Emergency Numbers
Police
999
Ambulance
991
Fire Brigade
993
112 Not supported
911 Not supported
English Dispatch
SMS Not available
eCall N/A
SIM Not required
Traveler Notes for Zambia
Police: 999. Ambulance: 991. Fire: 993. English spoken.
FAQ — Emergency Calls in Zambia
Does 112 work in Zambia?
112 may not reliably work in Zambia. Use the local emergency numbers listed above instead.
Last verified: January 15, 2026 · Data from EU Commission, ITU and national authorities.