The topography of the area is somewhat undulating, primarily open savannah woodland averaging 1,100 meters above sea level.
The Macha area is populated by traditional villagers, living in small scattered homesteads which usually consist of one extended family.
The primary livelihood is subsistence farming with maize being the main crop.
The average income for a person in the village in the areas surrounding Macha is US$1 per day.
A bus trip to the nearest town of Choma costs approximately US$5.