One of the major milestones in the resolve of the new Patriotic front Government to improve the Zambian economy, is the step that has been taken to rebase the Zambian Kwacha in order to improve the efficiency of doing business. The time that will be taken to complete high cash value transactions would be…
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At the Restaurant – Bemba Lesson 9
by JS •
Photo by Biser Todorov (Wikipedia) If you walk into any restaurant, the truth is that you can call virtually all foods by their English names and you will be perfectly understood. Whether you are in Kitwe or in Kasama, you will find a variety of dishes to choose from. Here are some Bemba words and phrases you…
Testing for HIV Before Marriage
by Richard Katebe •
Many efforts have been made by different organizations that fight the scourge of HIV and AIDS to sensitize people, of the need to take an HIV test in order to know their status. Such efforts have been met with mixed responses from the public. Some have chosen to be tested while others have not, due…
The Linux to Bemba Translation Project
by JS •
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.…
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…
