“I’ve been in Zambia for four days now. The first day was a bit of a whirlwind. My first 8 hours in Zambia after over 30 hours of travel time were spent visiting the Lusaka office meeting my boss, flying up to the Copperbelt, and meeting………….”
Copperbelt Roadside Artists
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Zambians have always expressed themselves in song and dance while working and for recreation. There is archeological evidence showing that Zambians have been painting for at least 400,000 years!This aspect of Zambian creativity is less publicized.
Kitwe in the News – The Ottos and Mission Zambia
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“Well tonight is our last night in Kitwe. Today we went to the open air market where you find people buying and selling all kinds of things. The market consists of hundreds if not thousands of little shops made out of strips of wood or cardboard………..”
Burial for Dead Fish
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A fish nick-named “Two Tone” believed to be Britain’s biggest native fresh water fish, , was found dead and floating in Conningbrook Lake, Ashford, Kent.
Vehicle Spares Search
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Whether you are buying online or not, find spares for your vehicle and make sure you are getting the right parts. Get your part number here.
Kitwe – Accommodation,Eating & Drinking
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Kitwe has one of Zambia’s most vibrant communities. There are three hotels and a wide range of cosy guest houses and lodges. The restaurants offer a pleasant environment and wide-ranging menus. The wide choice means you are likely to find something to delight your palate.
Renewable Energy Sources
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Power outages and Power shedding are a normal part of life all over Zambia. Projections by the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) indicate that the problem is going to get worse because annual electrical energy production has stagnated at around 45,000 Megawatts in the whole region.
Kitwe Flights
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Flights to Kitwe land at Southdowns Airport and at Ndola airport
Places to visit in Kitwe – Spur Farm House
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The final touches have been added to the place, and Spur Farm House looks set to become one of Kitwe’s favourite hang outs.
Lonely Planet Zambia [Paperback]
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Discover Zambia with Lonely Planet: Whether you want to gaze in awe at Victoria Falls, ride the rapids of the mighty Zambezi, watch wildlife without the crowds, or sip sundowners at sunset, this guide is your essential travelling companion. 24 detailed maps, including a full-colour country map accommodation and eating options to satisfy all budgets…
