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…
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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…
We are Back! Zambia Crowned Champions
by Sports Editor •
Zambia 0(8)-0(7) Ivory Coast Zambia win on Penalties Zambia have been crowned football champions of the Africa Cup of Nations, 2012 for the first time after winning a dramatic penalty shootout upsetting tournament favourites Ivory Coast. Drogba missed a crucial penalty. The eventual victory almost had a hint of destiny as Zambia triumphed in Libresville…
A Catalogue Of Zambian Money: 1953 – 2011
by JS •
A catalogue of Zambian money illustrates the varied and interesting range of coins and paper money that have been used at different times in this part of Africa. The history of Africa reveals that Zambia was a former colony of Great Britain. Zambia (Northern Rhodesia), Zimbabwe (Southern Rhodesia and Malawi (Nyasaland) later briefly formed the…
Zambia Prepares For London 2012 Olympic Games
by Sports Editor •
On the 27th of July there will be exactly a year until the London Olympics. For Zambian athletes, the focus will now be stepping up their training….
A Song About Arranged Marriages
by JS •
Arranged marriage: The song is a dialogue between the groom’s uncle from Luwingu and the auntie from Ndola.
Vernacular Names For Zambian Birds
by JS •
Zambia has 779 indigenous bird species. Here are photos of 45 birds with their names in Bemba and English.
Why Import Used Vehicles From UK?
by JS •
Why is Britain such a popular source of cars,trucks, plant and machinery? When you talk to different people each one comes up with different answers.
Shuga – 3-Part Drama Series
by JS •
Shuga is a contemporary 3-part drama series set in Nairobi, Kenya. As far as the issues concerned go, Shuga could have been shot on the streets of Kitwe.
Zambian Music Evolution
by JS •
Zambia, like the rest of Africa is a very musical society. There’s music for every occasion, be it recreation, work, weddings, birth, funerals, prayer or special occasions. When you multiply this by the 78 Zambian languages, you end up with a wide array of styles.
