Freedom Statue, Independence memorial statue in Lusaka District, Zambia.
The Freedom Statue features a man breaking chains, reaching 12 feet in height and standing in front of the government offices in downtown Lusaka.
British sculptor James Butler created this monument in 1974 to mark the tenth anniversary of Zambia's independence from colonial rule.
The statue represents Zanco Mpundu Mutembo's act of breaking free from chains at Livingstone Prison, becoming a symbol for national liberation.
Located along Independence Avenue near the National Museum, the memorial provides a central point for national celebrations and wreath-laying ceremonies.
The image of this liberation monument appears on all denominations of the Zambian currency, the Kwacha, reinforcing its national importance.
Location: Lusaka District
Address: Independence Avenue 10101 Lusaka 10101 Lusaka
GPS coordinates: -15.42293,28.29043
Latest update: March 5, 2025 00:26
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Kariba Dam
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Cahora Bassa Reservoir
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Chinhoyi Caves
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Mana Pools
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