The post in Zambia is safe, efficient, and cheaper than most surrounding countries. In addition to this, it makes a nice alternative to carrying around 20kg of wooden curios for the next five months! For precious and/or expensive items, there are international courier companies available in most major towns. Telephone services in Zambia are expensive, especially for international calls, but are also available in all major towns. It is often cheaper to have people call you back (the international dialling code for Zambia is 260). An increasing number of towns and lodges are providing internet services which tends to be a more reliable and cheaper option for international contact. Expect to pay about USD$6-7 per hour for internet access.