Lilayi City

The Lilayi City ecosystem is designed to enable scalable investment and operational efficiency. With over 66 hectares allocated for light industrial development, Lilayi City is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for business expansion in southern Lusaka. The city’s direct access to the Cape-to-Cairo Highway (T2) and a siding onto the North-South railway corridor offers unmatched connectivity for logistics, manufacturing, and distribution.

The commercial precinct is carefully segmented to include:

Light Industrial

Positioned in the northern quadrant with independent access points and wide arterial roads, the industrial precinct supports warehousing, logistics, food processing, manufacturing, and assembly operations.

Commercial

Over 66 hectares of land have been designated for commercial purposes, making Lilayi City an attractive location for both developers and owner-occupiers.

Dry Port and Inland Container Depot (ICD)

A 14-hectare logistics hub will benefit from regional rail upgrades connecting Zambia to Tanzania, DRC, Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa. Uncongested access to Kafue Road makes this site ideal for a dry port, inland container depot, and break-of-bulk warehousing.

Each light industrial parcel is fully integrated into Lilayi City’s master infrastructure plan, supported by an internal four-lane road network, with LCC and ZEMA approvals.

Lilayi City’s vision is to blend urban vitality with residential serenity. The demand for well-planned residential land in Lusaka continues to surge, and Lilayi City has responded with 63 hectares offering significant residential development potential. Located just 8km from Lusaka’s Central Business District and 4km from Kafue Road, the site offers suburban tranquility with city convenience. The area’s design emphasises green space, featuring 35 hectares of parks, recreational areas, and community zones.

Single and Medium-Density Residential

Developers can invest in family-oriented housing estates, lifestyle communities, or mixed-use clusters with nearby access to schools, medical facilities, and retail centres. Planners have prioritised balance between density and lifestyle, with residential zones connected via wide boulevards and green spaces that promote safety and social engagement.

Retail

Situated in a strategically chosen catchment area, the retail shopping centre is set to attract a significant customer base. Within Lilayi City, 16 hectares have been specifically allocated for promising retail investment opportunities.

Education and Sports

Set to become a lifestyle destination for residents in and around Lusaka, Lilayi City invites private educational institutions to establish primary, secondary, and tertiary educational facilities within its boundaries. The rapid growth of Lusaka has positioned Lilayi City as an ideal location for educational institutions, given its accessibility. The development boasts 35 hectares of open green space,

sports fields, and parkland, which provide an exceptional and luxurious environment for learning and recreation.

Retirement Village

With Lusaka’s ageing population and a current lack of senior living options, Lilayi City offers a first-mover advantage. A prime site with close proximity to the Lilayi City medical precinct is earmarked for an age-friendly, amenity-rich retirement community.

Medical Facilities

Within the lifestyle section of the scheme, Lilayi City has dedicated 5 hectares for medical investment opportunities such as hospitals and other medical centres, providing a range of investment options for potential investors.

All residential development falls under a pre-approved framework with LCC and ZEMA compliance, and access to a growing population base in Lusaka’s southern corridor.

More than 35% of land has already been sold, with established projects such as the Flagship National Milling Plant operational from 2019. The site is governed by a meticulously engineered master plan that accommodates multiple land uses within a cohesive framework.

Development Guidelines

To ensure a sustainable future for owner-occupiers and tenants, all development within Lilayi City must adhere to the Lilayi City Master Plan and its associated land use regulations, which have been established to guide the coordinated growth of the development node. These regulations are designed to ensure that every project — whether residential, commercial, lifestyle, or industrial — meets clearly defined standards that promote sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and long-term urban resilience.

Road Network

A 4-lane internal system links every precinct with direct access to the T2 highway. Roads are designed for high-capacity logistics while maintaining ease of pedestrian and commuter flow within residential and retail zones.

Zoning and Compliance

Full approvals from Lusaka City Council (LCC), Zambia Institute of Planners (ZIP) and Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) streamline development start-up. Plots are clearly zoned for commercial, residential, and mixed use with simplified permitting processes.

Whether you're building a distribution warehouse, hospital, housing estate or school, Lilayi City’s infrastructure is ready to support your project from day one. The development’s advanced readiness positions it as one of the most promising and practical real estate investment locations in Zambia.