Kitwe | |
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City | |
Coordinates: 12°49′S 28°12′E / 12.817°S 28.200°E | |
Country | Zambia |
Province | Copperbelt Province |
District | Kitwe District |
Population (2010 census) | |
• Total | 504,194 |
Time zone | UTC+2 (CAT) |
Climate | Cwa |
Kitwe is the second largest city in size and population in the country Zambia. Kitwe has a population of 504,194 (2010 census). Kitwe was found in 1936 as the railway line was being built by Cecil Rhodes' company. The city is home to a number of mining operations including the Mopani Copper Mines.
Kitwe's has five Twin towns and sister cities: