Zambian culture is a mixture of traditions from all 73 Zambian tribes influenced by practices from other countries.
Mother Carry Me, And I Will Carry You.” “Mayo mpaapa, naine nkakupaapa.” (Bemba) “Imagine a seed, cradled in the earth, patiently absorbing nutrients and energy. It’s not just a speck in the dirt, it’s a promise of life, of growth, of harvest. This is the essence of nurturing. In the heart of Africa, the wise…
Today, we’ve got something exciting lined up for you – we’re diving deep into the world of language learning and uncovering some top-notch strategies to help you accelerate your progress. Learning a new language might seem like a daunting task, but fear not – with the right approach, dedication, and a sprinkle of fun, you…
In forests green, where mysteries reside,Where nature weaves its secrets far and wide,There lies a plant, its elegance untold,A marvel to behold, the fern unfolds. Its fronds unfurl, in patterns all precise,A symphony of beauty, nature’s own device,Leaflets upon leaflets, a delicate array,Infinite iterations, in a graceful display. Oh, fern, you teach us of the…
Fashion That Pays Tribute to Wax Prints and Precious Materials African fashion has always been a reflection of the continent’s rich cultural heritage, and one of its most recognizable features is the use of wax prints and precious materials. These fabrics and materials have been used for centuries to create stunning garments that pay…
It is commonly known that Zambia has 73 languages. If you are like me, you will be familiar with a handful of them but not all of them. I don’t know of anyone who understands all 73 languages. When it comes to greetings, however, we can make some progress by pooling together and teaching each…
ENGLISH BEMBA BEMBA (Singular) (Plural) Head Mutwe Mitwe Hair Mushishi Mishishi Grey hair Lufwi Mfwi Body hair Ipipi Bupipi Bald patch Pala Mapala Forehead Mpumi Mpumi Crease Lukanshi Nkanshi Eye Linso Menso Eyelash Lukopyo Nkopyo Eyelid Cipa ca linso Fipa fya menso Eyebrow Cikumbi Fikumbi Jaw Isaya Masaya Tears Cilamba Filamba Nose Môna Myona Ear…
By John Katebe In certain Christian circles, we hear talk about going to the mountain to pray. In fact, in almost every town in Zambia, there are a number of Christians who habitually go to some local mountain for the purpose of prayer and fasting. Going to the mountain, however, has two meanings – one…
Ukusefya pa Ng’wena-Bemba Cultural Identity If you want to find out more about some of the Bemba traditions from the past, The Bemba Heritage Facebook Page is a chronicle of traditional culture and wisdom of the Bemba people of Zambia. The following are some of the topics currently covered: BEMBA INITIATION SONGS: THE FIRST DAY…
14 September, 2022 The Bible has been translated into several languages including Bemba. When you open the English and Bemba versions side by side and listen to Bemba audio track of the verses, you get a free and easy way of improving your grasp of the Bemba language. This is an updated and much simpler…
Welcoming the in-laws can be a daunting experience. Welcoming them in a second language adds to the excitement! As in other situations where a person makes an effort to communicate in the other person’s language, this creates a sense of appreciation of the effort you are putting in. You don’t have to be perfect to…
