[1][2] It covers a total surface area of 5,204.5 sq km and is known for its agricultural activities with over 32,000 small scale farming families and 256 commercial farmers, the majority of whom are white Zambians.

It shares borders with Lusaka, Chongwe, Chibombo, Kabwe, Kapiri Mposhi and Luano Districts.

The dam created a reservoir with the capacity to store 61 million cubic meters of water, intended for irrigation.

The consistency in the climatic and geographical character of the district presents it as one of low-risk potential investment areas in agriculture due to environmental predictability.

This can supplement the renowned food and beer festival that is held annually called the October-Fest and can open opportunities for investment in lodges and hotels to host tourists in the district.