Northern Province
ZMD Office The ZMD provides a comprehensive range
of weather and environmental services for the aviation community,
from recreational pilots through to airports and global airlines.
International responsibilities ZMD has international responsibilities
for the provision of aviation services. National services As the
designated Zambia meteorological service provider, ZMD provides
expert advice and services for the CAA and NATS. Services for ATC
By issuing ATC providers with real-time and forecast weather information,
ZMD can help improve the efficiency of flight operations. ZMD also
offers training to observers to meet ICAO requirements. A comprehensive
range of high quality weather products, agreed with the CAA, as
well as training courses for those who fly recreationally.
Business overview
The Zambia Meteorological Department is an authoritative voice for
weather and climate forecasting in Zambia and as a member of the
World Meteorological Organization (WMO) it complies with international
meteorological standards. As an Aviation Meteorological Authority,
ZMD is designated by the state to provide weather services to the
aviation industry and to fulfill the international obligations of
the government under the Convention of the International Civil Aviation
Organization (ICAO).
The company also provides maritime weather forecasting services
for the vast oceans around Southern Africa extending to Antarctica.
Strategic intent
The Zambia Meteorological Department will be the distinguished and
self-sufficient provider of meteorological and climatological services.