Kapenta is a type of tiny sardine fish found in zamia. It can either be eaten dry or fresh. It is found in three different parts of Zambia, namely Siavonga in Southern Province, in Luapula and Muchinga provinces. You will need: 500 grams dried Kapenta 1 large tomato 1 medium onion…
Culture
Zambian culture is a mixture of traditions from all 73 Zambian tribes influenced by practices from other countries.
Miss Southern Africa Zambia – 2012
by Hildah Mulenga •
Miss Southern Africa Zambia was held on 21st of july at LIV club-Diamond of Lusaka where fifteen Zambian girls contested for the coveted crown of Miss Southern Africa Zambia. Fifteen Zambian designers were pooled in to design three outfits for the three categories: National/traditional wear, Safari wear and Evening wear. The Best designer of…
Games Children Play in Zambia
by Dr John Sendama •
Image by Pumbaa80 No one embodies the spirit of the modern Olympic Games more than a group of children in a Zambian village. Their faces are a picture of sheer pleasure. Outsiders are welcome to join in without a moment’s hesitation. Games are played in a spirit of friendship and fair play. The original…
Early Memories, September 1966
by David Talbot •
We were lucky after our arrival to be put up by friends, Jean and Clive Weir in their lovely home in Valley Walk just below the Parklands shops. Clive worked for the Copperfields Cold Storage At that time there was no government housing vacant and we faced a few weeks on the waiting list before…
Bemba Lesson 12: Introducing Yourself
by Dr John Sendama •
Bemba INTRODUCING YOURSELF Hello – Mwapoleni mukwai How are you? – Muli shani I’m fine, thanks – Ndifye bwino mukwai My name is Jane – Nine Jane What is your name? – Nimwe bani ishina? I have come from Kitwe – Nafuma ku Kitwe I have come from London – Nafuma ku…
Are Zambian Footballers Illiterate?
by Richard Katebe •
The other day, I was at home with my friends, watching a DVD recording of the match between Power Dynamos and Nkana football club which was played at the new Levy Mwanawasa Sports Stadium in Ndola. Power Dynamos routed Nkana by 5 goals to nil in that match. At the end of the match…
Women in Extramarital Affairs
by Richard Katebe •
Extramarital Affairs – Part II In my earlier article, I discussed why some married men have concubines. I promised that I would deal with the subject of infidelity in women later. I took time to deal with this subject due to the fact that relying on my mere observations would not adequately address the many…
Bemba Lesson 11 – Visiting Grandma
by JS •
GREETINGS Grandma's house = Ing’anda yakwa mama Grand dad’s house = Ing’anda yakwa shikulu Hello Grandma = Mwapoleni mama Hello Grandad = Mwapoleni shikulu How are you? = Muli shani? I am fine = Ndifye bwino We are fine = Tulifye bwino They are fine = Balifye bwino How's the family? = Ulupwa luli shani?…
Extramarital Affairs – Part 1
by Richard Katebe •
Wives and Concubines – The Child Inside a Man The subject of unfaithfulness in marriage is a very controversial one. Often it is claimed by most married women that men are the main reason why there is unfaithfulness in marriages. Some women have been inclined to have extra marital affairs because of their husbands’ inability…
Tonga Funeral Traditions: “Cleansing”
by Gloria Miyoba •
Death marks the end of one’s life journey. It devastates those that were close to the departed. For those that were married, the loss of a spouse brings to mind the realization of the promise” till death do us part”. According to Zambian tradition, it is believed that one can not part with their departed…
