Bemba Lesson 17 – At The Hotel
I want … = Ndefwaya We want … = Tulefwaya I made a reservation for a room = Nalilembesha “room” OR Nalilembesho muputule Are there rooms available? = Namukwate ncende? I want to stay 4 nights = Ndefwayo kulale nshiku shine OR Ndefwayo kulale nshiku “four” I’d like a room for 2 people, please = […]
Kitwe Poetry Corner – Give Me Romance Every Time
These were the poems which were recited during POETRY NIGHT held on Friday, 22 February 2013 at Kitwe Little Theatre. It was one of the most well attended. GIVE ME ROMANCE EVERY TIME by Fiona Davidson and recited by Lydia Mhango Maybe a little romance is needed Lightening our days in all this grey To […]
The Bridge – Part III
“Mbuya,” said my dad after a long pause. He always affectionately called me Mbuya because he named me Emily after his grandmother. “How are you?” “I am well.” I said, not wanting him to fuss about me. “How is everybody in the village?” “They are all well and they send you their greetings,” I lied. […]
Bemba Lesson 16 – Small Talk
Yes = Ee (Mukwai) No = Awe (Mukwai) Please = Napapata Excuse me = Banjeleleko (Mukwai) Thank you = Natotela (Mukwai) You are welcome = Cilifye (Mukwai) Pardon? (I beg your pardon) = Amuti (shani)? I don’t understand = Nshumfwile Can you say that again, please? = Mwati shani (mukwai) Please speak slowly = […]
Kitwe Poetry Corner – 15 February 2013
The Poetry Night was held last Friday, 15 February starting at 2000 hours. Present was Mrs Anne Mukabe, the Director of Programmes who recorded the poems for the day for the Poetry Corner Radio Program which is broadcast every Wednesday at 1015 hours on Radio 2. We hold these every fortnight, so the next one […]
Ibondwe – Cooking With Gloria
Ibondwe this is a tasty wild vegetable. It’s known as Wild Spinach in English. It grows as a weed in common vegetable garden. With time people have realised it’s nutritional values and it’s also grown like other vegetables. You Will Need: 1kg Ibondwe (Wild Spinach). Cut it in big slices because it shrinks after cooking. Wash it […]
Cassava (Manioc) – Let’s Cook With Gloria
Cassava is a tuber and eaten by all tribes in Zambia. It is mainly grown in the Western and Northern province of Zambia. The leaves are edible and known as Katapa in the local languages.The tuber is known as Kalundwe, Tute and Mwanja in local languages. When dried and ground cassava meal is good for […]
Bemba Lesson 15.4 – How to Ask a Question – WHAT? – To Drink
In this lesson on How to Ask a Question in Bemba, we look at the verb “Drink” (Nwa). To drink = Ukunwa Note: Mu ciBemba (In Bemba) the same words are used to refer to a man and to a woman (He / She). In the following examples, remember that the plural form (pl.) is used to address […]
The Bridge – Part II
As I stared at the blood stain on the Chitenge cloth, the strength drained from my legs. I couldn’t take another step forward. I heard a scream that sounded like nothing I’ve ever heard before. It came from my throat, yet it seemed distant. Suddenly, I found myself lying on the ground. Someone was shining […]
Mushrooms – Let’s Cook With Gloria
Photo by Steinpilzen Wild mushrooms grow in the Zambian bushes during the rainy season. There are different varieties. Lets try out this delicious meal. You Will Need: 700grams mushroom 200mls cooking oil (cholesterol free) 1 medium size onion 1 large ripe tomato 750mls water 1/4 teaspoon salt. METHOD: Place the mushrooms in a bowl. Wash in clean cold […]