Episode 2: Bound by Blood – Moses’s Fight for Family The sun had barely risen over Chamboli Township when Moses Kaputula, affectionately known as “Mosé,” received the call that would set the course for the day. The caller was his sister, Rosemary, her voice trembling as she spoke, “Mosé, I need your help. Weston has…
Self-development is the continuous process of improving oneself through various means such as learning new skills, enhancing knowledge, and fostering personal growth. This transformative journey helps individuals understand their strengths and weaknesses, paving the way for both personal and professional growth. By setting and achieving small goals, people can build confidence and resilience, essential traits for overcoming life’s challenges. Furthermore, self-development promotes a healthier and more balanced life by encouraging positive habits like regular exercise, mindfulness, and effective time management. Beyond personal benefits, self-development also positively impacts society by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collective progress. Through personal growth, individuals not only lead more fulfilling lives but also become active contributors to a better society.
In “Chamboli Chronicles: The Adventures of Moses Kaputula,” John Katebe introduces Moses Kaputula, a 35-year-old trader from Chamboli Township. Known as “Mose,” he juggles his business at Chisokone Market, a role as a money lender, and his duties as a devoted father. Despite his tough exterior and weekend indulgences, Moses is a beloved community figure with a deep Catholic faith, quick wit, and a love for soccer and music. Join us in exploring the vibrant life and complex character of Moses Kaputula.
By John Katebe In certain Christian circles, we hear talk about going to the mountain to pray. In fact, in almost every town in Zambia, there are a number of Christians who habitually go to some local mountain for the purpose of prayer and fasting. Going to the mountain, however, has two meanings – one…
Now with the lockdown, we can no longer enjoy the services of our maid because, apart from confining my family to our home, the lockdown has also confined our maid to her home. So for the first time in our life, we have to do our own house cleaning.
Almost everyone agrees that stage theatre in Zambia is not as vibrant as it used to be. There are several reasons for this decline.
“Marry in haste and regret at leisure.” I don’t remember where I saw this quote about the need to take time to choose a marriage partner in order to avoid a life of misery, but I think it aptly applies to choosing ones career, too. If you choose a career hastily, without considering the pros…
It has been said that the only constant in life is change. Change is a pervasive process that affects every area of our life, including funerals. Change must be managed in order to prevent negative social outcomes. When it comes to funerals, one way of doing this is to openly discuss the changes in our…
The number of Zambian men and women arrested in various parts of the world for being found in possession of prohibited drugs, such as cocaine and dagga, has risen to an alarming level. There has equally been an increase in the number of Zambians dealing in copper, cobalt, emeralds and rhino horns. The common denominator…
