James Chamanga and Jacob Mulenga were both on the scoresheet as Zambia opened their ACN campaign with a 3-0 over Sudan.
Cameroon are amongst the favourites for the title and would expect to comfortably top the group.
Some of the world's best players are preparing for the 26th African Cup of Nations in Ghana.
The African qualifying section for the 2010 World Cup has seen some interesting combinations drawn.
Berti Vogts wants to see the African Cup of Nations moved to the summer and in line with the rest of the footballing calendar.