From a rough start selling insurance door-to-door to leading a 58-year-old parastatal, his journey is a masterclass in grit, humility, and strategic vision.
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Must-reads of the week, chosen for you.
News
What do the New US Visa and Entry Restrictions Mean for Zambians?
A dramatic shift that could price out entire demographics of travellers. The new restrictions also slash visa validity …
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History
Language of the Masses
From "utubasungu" praise to playground code-switching, discover how one language both unites and divides a nation still…
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Fashion
From Shame to Chic The Thrifting Revolution in Zambia
What was once whispered about in shame-buying second-hand clothes from "salaula" has exploded into Zambia's hottest cul…
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History
The Lost Voices of Kariba
This is the story of the Valley Tonga, nearly 60,000 people displaced when the Kariba Dam promised to bring light to a …
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Wellbeing
Zambian Remedies You Will Still Find in Your Granny’s Kitchen
Long before the world embraced "organic living" and "natural remedies," Zambian grandmothers were quietly practising ho…
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Eat
Lusaka's Cosiest Spots to Enjoy the Last of Winter
In a city where the tempo never slows, some corners have perfected the fine art of ambience, creating environments wher…
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Culture
The Secret Science Behind Traditional Zambian Brews
Nobody knew how she made it, but everyone knew it was alive in a way that was curious and somewhat eerie. One year, the…
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Culture
Zambia’s Poor Middle Class
And education offers no immunity. University degrees and professional titles don't shield you from short-term contracts…
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Wellbeing
Zambian Clean-Eating Seasonal Food Practices Before They Were Trends
To accompany the Tente, the rains also usher in Inswa, flying ants that descend in coordinated clouds after the first s…
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Wellbeing
Nsunko Pain Relief, Culture, Healing
“Have you heard of this? It’s called Nsunko.” she said. The name rang a bell; I’d heard of it before from some of my pa…
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Travel
Best Parks for Camping in Zambia
From October to December, ten million fruit bats darken the skies, their black silhouettes enhancing the pinks and oran…
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History
The Hidden History of Aylmer May Cemetery
The cemetery also holds other landmarks that tell the tales of the past: the Memorial Wall, where ashes are interred; t…
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Wellbeing
Zambian Remedies You Will Still Find in Your Granny’s Kitchen
Long before the world embraced "organic living" and "natural remedies," Zam...
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Eat
Lusaka's Cosiest Spots to Enjoy the Last of Winter
In a city where the tempo never slows, some corners have perfected the fine...
Read More
Culture
The Secret Science Behind Traditional Zambian Brews
Nobody knew how she made it, but everyone knew it was alive in a way that w...
Read More
Culture
Zambia’s Poor Middle Class
And education offers no immunity. University degrees and professional title...
Read More
Wellbeing
Zambian Clean-Eating Seasonal Food Practices Before They Were Trends
To accompany the Tente, the rains also usher in Inswa, flying ants that des...
Read More
Wellbeing
Nsunko Pain Relief, Culture, Healing
“Have you heard of this? It’s called Nsunko.” she said. The name rang a bel...
Read More
Travel
Best Parks for Camping in Zambia
From October to December, ten million fruit bats darken the skies, their bl...
Read More
History
The Hidden History of Aylmer May Cemetery
The cemetery also holds other landmarks that tell the tales of the past: th...
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Unfiltered
Unfiltered Ep. 18 - Jagari Chanda
The legendary frontman of W.I.T.C.H., Emmanuel "Jagari" Chanda, graces us with his presence! Chanda founded the band that would become known as the "Zambian Beatles" in 1972.
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Unfiltered Ep. 15 - Chitambala "Simon" Mwewa
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Unfiltered Ep. 11 - Monica Musonda
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Table Talk - Mark O' Donnell, Union Gold CEO
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TableTalk with Kapumpe Chola, FNB CEO
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Late Submission
Sebastian was once so late for a party that he pretended to have just recovered from Hepatitis B. H… Read More
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What do the New US Visa and Entry Restrictions Mean for Zambians?
A dramatic shift that could price out entire demographics of travellers. The new restrictions also … Read More
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Language of the Masses
From "utubasungu" praise to playground code-switching, discover how one language both unites and di… Read More
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From Shame to Chic The Thrifting Revolution in Zambia
What was once whispered about in shame-buying second-hand clothes from "salaula" has exploded into … Read More
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The Lost Voices of Kariba
This is the story of the Valley Tonga, nearly 60,000 people displaced when the Kariba Dam promised … Read More
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How Social Media Sparked Zambia's Cultural Revolution
Through intimate encounters with punk skating culture, earth-centred spirituality, and alternative … Read More
Tabletalk
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Defiant The Jito Kayumba Story
Jito Kayumba, Special Assistant for Economic and Development Affairs, is one of the young Zambians shaping the country’s future. Read More
Tabletalk
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Collins Hamusonde Steady at the Helm
From a rough start selling insurance door-to-door to leading a 58-year-old parastatal, his journey is a masterclass in grit, humility, and strategic … Read More
Humour
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Late Submission
Sebastian was once so late for a party that he pretended to have just recovered from Hepatitis B. He then proceeded to lick anyone on sight if they r… Read More
News
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What do the New US Visa and Entry Restrictions Mean for Zambians?
A dramatic shift that could price out entire demographics of travellers. The new restrictions also slash visa validity from 10 years to just three mo… Read More
History
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Language of the Masses
From "utubasungu" praise to playground code-switching, discover how one language both unites and divides a nation still negotiating its multilingual … Read More
Fashion
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From Shame to Chic The Thrifting Revolution in Zambia
What was once whispered about in shame-buying second-hand clothes from "salaula" has exploded into Zambia's hottest cultural movement. Read More
History
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The Lost Voices of Kariba
This is the story of the Valley Tonga, nearly 60,000 people displaced when the Kariba Dam promised to bring light to a continent. It is also the stor… Read More
Culture
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How Social Media Sparked Zambia's Cultural Revolution
Through intimate encounters with punk skating culture, earth-centred spirituality, and alternative music communities, this exploration reveals how Za… Read More