Sparrow Lodge in Lupososhi District
Sparrow Lodge in Lupososhi District
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VISION

To be an Economically Competitive District that is self-sustaining, dynamic, surports biodiversity and social economic development by 2030

MISSION STATEMENT

To proactively foster sustainable development economic growth and environmental stewardship within Lupososhi District

ABOUT US

Lupososhi District is located 58Kms west of Luwingu District. The District Shares boundaries seven (07) Districts namely Chipili, Mansa, Kawambwa, Chifunabuli, Samfya of Luapula Province and Luwingu and Chilubi of Northern Province. The District is one of the newly created Districts and is about 223Km from Kasama, The Provincial Capital of the Northern Province. The district has an estimated population of about 77 891 according to the Zastats projections of 2019. Lupososhi District Lies between longitudes 29.700067 and 29.698692 degrees east of longitude Zero and between latitudes 10.527942 and 10.526592 degrees south of the equator. It further lies between altitude 1000 meters and 1300 meters above sea level. The district has one Constituency and consists of Thirteen (13) wards which are spread across three chiefdoms namely Chungu, Chabula and Katuta. The eleven wards are Kampemba, Mufili, Mulalashi, Ilambo, Kafinsa, Ibale, Bwalinde, Lubwa, Itandashi, Kaela, Kalinga Munshinga and Katilye. The District being a rural District has a large portion of the population engaged in small scale farming, Fishing and Small Scale Mining. The District has two farming blocks namely Katuta and Chungu Farming blocks with seven (07) camps namely Chungu, Mapulanga, Mufili, Mutondo, Chibaye, Katuta and Nsombo.

Places to Visit

Located in the heart of Lupososhi Lufubu Falls is one of the region’s most captivating natural landmarks. the falls form parts of the  scenic Lufubu river. offering breathtaking views tranquil surroundings and a unique connection to nature. as a growing tourism attraction ,Lufubu  Falls symbolizes the districts rich natural beauty and its potential for eco-tourisim development

Lufubu Falls Lodge

Fishing Activities at Lake Bangweulu

Lupososhi has significant potential for fishing activities due to the presence of rivers, streams and other water bodies that can support fish production. The fishing sector has provided employment, improved household incomes, and contributed to food security and economic development in the district

Farming Activities
Crops Grown In Lupososhi District

Lupososhi is a good area for agriculture due to its favourable land and climate conditions. The area has great potential for the successful cultivation of beans, cassava and groundnuts, making farming an important opportunity for improving food security and household income.

Cassava (Tute) 

Beans (Kablangeti and Lusaka)

Our Culture

Lupososhi has a rich cultural heritage, deeply rooted in its traditional values, customs and practices. The annual celebration of the Mukula Mupemba Traditional Ceremony provides an important platform for preserving and promoting this heritage, bringing communities together to celebrate their culture, traditions and identity. The ceremony also has great potential to promote cultural tourism and contribute to the social and economic development of Lupososhi