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Celestial Rhythms: Fern’s Fractal Symphony

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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…

African Elegance:

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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…

73 Ways to Say Hello – Bemba Lesson 34

Villagers greeting each other

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…

DISCOVERING ZAMBIA’S MAJESTIC WILDLIFE

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Welcome to the vast savannah lands of Zambia, where the sun is always shining, and wildlife roams free. Today, we’ll be taking a closer look at the big animals that call this area home. We’ll introduce each one and provide some interesting facts to help you learn more about these majestic creatures. The ideal time…

Bemba Lesson 33 – The Head – Umutwe

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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…

ChatGPT: The A.I. Genie That Grants Unlimited Wishes

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As AI technology continues to advance and transform various industries, it is important to ensure that the development and deployment of these systems is inclusive and considers the needs and perspectives of underrepresented populations. By gathering data about the thoughts, beliefs, practices, and aspirations of underrepresented groups, AI developers can create products and services that are more tailored to the needs of these communities and that better serve their needs. A market strategy that focuses on the developing world can also make commercial sense for businesses, as it allows them to tap into growing markets and diversify their customer base. It is crucial for AI developers to recognize the value of including underrepresented populations in the development process in order to create more balanced and effective AI systems.

“GOING TO THE MOUNTAIN”

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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…

The Bemba Heritage Facebook Page

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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…