Community Profile & Profile
Riverside Ward is located in the thriving city of Kitwe, in the heart of Zambia's mineral-rich Copperbelt Province. Named appropriately after its proximity to the Kafue River, Riverside stands as one of Kitwe's most well-established and dynamically expanding suburbs.
The ward boasts a diverse demographic profile, housing a harmonious mixture of esteemed academics, public administrators, market sellers, ambitious youth, and families. It acts as the seat of Copperbelt University (CBU), the nation's premier technical institution, rendering Riverside a lively hub of intellect, student-led entrepreneurship, and urban growth.