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5 Weekend Getaways and Day Trips from Lusaka

You don't have to travel far from Lusaka to find a change of scenery. Whether you're planning a spontaneous day out or a relaxed weekend escape, these spots offer different …

By Emmah Sakala

5 Weekend Getaways and Day Trips from Lusaka

Unspoken Zambian Rules You're Expected to 'Just Know'

Unspoken Zambian Rules You're Expected to 'Just Know'

Why do we softly clap when greeting elders? Why do funerals feel deeply communal, even among strangers? Read More

Kalumbu, Zambia's Forgotten Sound of Love

Kalumbu, Zambia's Forgotten Sound of Love

Long before modern proposal trends, African communities had their own deeply meaningful expressions of love. Read More

By Austin Kaluba

Livingstone, Revisited: Journeys Through Past and Present

Livingstone, Revisited Journeys Through Past and Present

Ackim, my taxi driver, asked about my plans. I gave him the rundown: the falls (of course), sundowners at Royal Livings… Read More

By Jolezya Adeyemo

Abigail Shansonga: A Class of Her Own

Abigail Shansonga A Class of Her Own

Abigail is a strong advocate for mentorship and women building together. She wants to open the same doors and opportuni… Read More

What it Takes to Do Business with Zambia's Mines in 2026

What it Takes to Do Business with Zambia's Mines in 2026

Since copper was first struck on the Copperbelt, doing business with 'the mine' has been the dream. The money is real, … Read More

By Shammah Phiri

Copperbelt: Class, Greed and Geopolitics

Copperbelt Class, Greed and Geopolitics

As a foil to the family’s greed, Dalitso's humble background and character represent the interests of ordinary Zambians. Read More

By Shilika Chisoko

Nkwazi’s Most Memorable Covers

Nkwazi’s Most Memorable Covers

My first introduction to the magazine was the Pompi cover of issue 63 and while it is compelling in its own way, my per… Read More

By Shammah Phiri

Hon. Rodney Sikumba: Opening Zambia to the World

Hon. Rodney Sikumba Opening Zambia to the World

Rodney Sikumba does not fit the usual mould of a tourism minister. Young, commercially minded, and unusually direct, he… Read More

Mother’s Day Gifting Guide

Mother’s Day Gifting Guide

Finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift is about choosing something thoughtful, like a quiet day trip or a meaningful ges… Read More

The Steady Rise of the Multi-Hyphenate

The Steady Rise of the Multi-Hyphenate

The future of Zambia’s workforce is already taking shape. The multi-hyphenate isn't a trend; it is the logical outcome … Read More

Tourist Syndrome

Tourist Syndrome

But I am quick to dispel any doubts about my pedigree by exhibiting unnecessary stinginess and a permanent scowl upon m… Read More

By Sebastian Moronell

The Evolution of Lusaka's Oldest Compounds

The Evolution of Lusaka's Oldest Compounds

Lusaka’s compounds are often misunderstood, yet they hold the story of the city itself. Built from displacement, shaped… Read More

By Mwanamomo Mpamba

Polygamy in Zambia and Why You Want to Be the First Wife

Polygamy in Zambia and Why You Want to Be the First Wife

Polygamy is often debated, misunderstood, and quietly practised, but how does it actually work in Zambia? Read More

By Mwanamomo Mpamba

Remembering Zambia’s Founding Father

Remembering Zambia’s Founding Father

Kenneth Kaunda was the moral voice of a young nation finding its footing. On KK Day, we remember not just the history h… Read More

By Akatoka N Kayama

Ancient Food Preserving Methods

Ancient Food Preserving Methods

If appliances and electricals stopped working tomorrow, would you know how to feed yourself? From sun-dried vegetables … Read More

By Natasha Nsemiwe

Underrated Reserves in Zambia Worth Visiting

Underrated Reserves in Zambia Worth Visiting

You’ve heard of South Luangwa and Kafue, but what about the parks most people overlook? From floodplains filled with bi… Read More

By Natasha Nsemiwe

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