Zambia Church Records

For information about records for non-Christian religions in Zambia, go to the Religious Records page.

Online Resources and Websites

 * 1660-2011 - at FamilySearch
 * 1690-2011 - at FamilySearch
 * 1838-1991 - at FamilySearch
 * 1947-1972 - Zambia, Livingstone, church records at FamilySearch Catalog

More Dutch Reformed records are available on the FamilySearch Catalog. Search for places within Zambia.

Historical Background
The Dutch Reformed Church reached South Africa at the end of the 19th century and soon after entered Zambia. The first congregation was established in Lusaka and expanded rapidly. For more information, see Reformed Church in Zambia.

Information Recorded in the Records
Baptism registers usually list:
 * Name
 * Date and place of baptism
 * Date of birth
 * Names of parents, sometimes including mother's maiden name
 * Name of person performing baptism

Marriage registers usually list:
 * Date and place of marriage
 * Names and ages of bride and groom
 * Race of bride and groom
 * Country of birth and marital status of bride and groom
 * Occupation and residence of bride and groom
 * Marriage by license or banns
 * Names of persons giving consent
 * Names of witnesses
 * Name of officiant at ceremony

Burial registers usually list:
 * Date and place of burial
 * Name and age of deceased
 * Residence at time of death
 * Who performed burial ceremony