"We got 25,000 visitors from Asia without any marketing itself. This year we expect the number to double since we have started marketing Zambia's tourism potentials," he said.
"We are also promoting our local art and crafts through cultural tourism. Our tribes have a rich culture and we want people to experience that. The locals are friendly.There are many Indian restaurants and many options for high end, middle range and budget travellers," said Shimabale.
Nondo also said that India is being encouraged to open hospitals and healthcare facilities in Zambia.
