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Traditional foods are part of the local Zambian way of life. Most value systems around traditional foods such as sharing and celebrations reflect the hospitality well-being of the Zambian society. With development and rapid expansion of the hospitality industry, traditional foods can play a key role in emphasizing Zambia's hospitable value systems in the sector of Ethno-tourism thereby contributing to economic development.

In traditional cultures of Zambia, grass has been utilized in many aspects of everyday life of the people. Its utility value can be ranked as one of the most effective in sustaining both animal and human life.

In traditional cultures, non wood forest resources such as monkey oranges have been employed in crafting utility items for daily use. A research was conducted by Lusaka National Museum entitled "Monkey Orange as an Interactive Tourism Resource".

As the latest entry into the National Museums Board, Lusaka National Museum is making strides in meeting its mandate of documenting Zambia’s cultural history. The museum has collections ranging from Ethnography and Art, Historical objects and Archaeological objects/specimens.