Sport, music, theatre
ZAMBIAN MUSIC LYRICS Song Title: Bana Bandi (My Children) Artist: Ackim Simukonda LYRICS: That’s the way it is That’s the way it is (That’s the way it is) Hmmm all the time Bana bandi eh, sunganeni (My children, look after each other) Bana bandi, eh, temwaneni (My children, love each other) Bana…
FOOTBALL Ten-man Zambia were held to a one all draw against hosts Lesthoto, in a group C World Cup group phase qualifier. In-form Orlando Pirates striker, Collins Mbesuma gave the Zambians the headed lead in the 69th minute from an Isaac Chansa corner kick. The former African champions failed to impose their game on…
“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.…
I am happy to announce the availability of the movie entitled, “Owe Abana Bandi” (Oh, My Children) which is subtitled in English. It describes families whose lives have been ravaged by the scourge of HIV/ AIDS and poverty. It also describes some of the root causes of such things which lie in the moral decadency amongst the…
Zambia lost the chance to defend the Africa cup when they draw against Burkina Faso at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit. Nigeria and Burkina Faso advanced to the quarter finals after finishing first and second from group C respectively. It was a football match where both teams showed no cutting edge in attack for most part…
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…
Zambia reduced her chances of making it to the knockout stage of the African cup of Nation when they drew one all with a formidable Nigeria at Mbobela Stadium in South Africa this afternoon. Bukina Faso now leads group C, after thrashing Ethiopia by four goals to nil. Zambia and Nigeria are now tied on…
A Zambian Short Story by Emily Nyirenda (The names and place names in this story have been changed to protect the identity of the people involved – Editor) Most people have no idea when death will come knocking on the door. My father told me the date and time that he would die. He…
Biography: Born in Lusaka, Zambia on New Years day, Now Based in the UK, Meleke has worked on an album and several singles over the last few years. He released his new Single in 2012 "Hope for Tomorrow" available for download at itunes, amazon, e-music and at all good online Muisc stores!! Winner of…
Prince Mumba – Flag Bearer With the 2012 Olympic Games finally underway, we shift our attention to the Zambian hopefuls that have made their way to London in the hopes of returning with a medal. The spectacular three and a half hour opening ceremony last Friday saw Zambia emerge as the 203rd out of all…
