Can you say to your mobile phone in Bemba, "Ita ba yama" (Call uncle) and your phone responds, "Ê mukwai, ndeita ba yama" (Yes sir/mam. Calling uncle)? Is it possible to command your computer in Bemba? The answer is "Yes" according to Anthony Musaluke. He has been quietly working at translating Linux into Bemba for several years.…
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Street Vending in Kitwe
by Richard Katebe •
“MORE MONEY IN YOUR POCKET “ BY RICHARD KATEBE: The change of government from the ruling MMD to Patriotic front has brought about a lot of expectations from the ordinary Zambian. The general population is expecting to begin to see changes that would bring more money in their pockets as promised by…
The Youngest Mayor of Kitwe
by Richard Katebe •
Young Men In Influential Leadership Positions . . On 20th September, 2011, Zambia held presidential, parliamentary and local government elections. A new government was elected into office when the opposition party, the Patriotic Front won and its presidential candidate; Michael Chilufya Sata became the fifth republican president. The peaceful manner in which power was…
16 Tips To Increase Your Sales
by JS •
The recession is being felt not just by individuals, but also by businesses, especially the small businesses. People have less money to spend and customers are hard to find. This is a good time to look at ways to increase your sales without breaking the bank. Whether you offer services or goods, your business needs…
How Much Are Your Assets Really Worth?
by Richard Katebe •
Everyone wants to own property. Some people own property for prestige. Others own property for sentimental reasons, while others own property for economic and commercial reasons. Irrespective of what ever reason that we own property, how much do we know the true worth of our property? People and business have sold or bought immovable…
Why Business Partnerships Fail
by Richard Katebe •
Partnership in business may be defined as;” the union of 2 or more persons, but not exceeding 20,which occurs by putting together their skills, money ,equipment, or any other assets in a joint business venture with a view to make a profit and to share profits or loss in certain agreed proportions.” In this article…
The Art of Creating Wealth
by John Katebe •
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…
Mpelembe Secondary School Drama Club
by Lydia Mhango •
On 5th November, the newly formed Mpelembe Drama Club performed an excerpt of the play currently in rehearsal, an adapation by Themba Daka of Woyengi, written by Obutunde Ijimeri. Woyengi is an African myth on creation. Woyenji is a goddess who creates her creatures then asks them to choose their fate before stepping into the world. The…
Kitwe Public Library Needs Your Help
by JS •
Kitwe Public Library is run by Kitwe City Council. The library is based at Kaunda Square in the center of town. The building was not purpose built for library functions but we have had to adapt and make the best use of it. The current seating capacity is 85.
There is an urgent need to get our four computers connected to the internet.
Ted Talks – November, 2009
by JS •
“We believe passionately in the power of ideas to change attitudes, lives and ultimately, the world. So we’re building here a clearinghouse that offers free knowledge and inspiration from the world’s most inspired thinkers, and also a community of curious souls to engage with ideas and each othe
