– A New Journey in Simple Bemba Stories We’re thrilled to introduce the first episode of our exciting podcast series, Mwaka Learns Bemba – Comic Book Review (Podcast)! This episode is more than just a conversation; it’s a deep dive into the creative process, cultural significance, and educational value of our debut comic book, Mwaka…
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Master Bemba Greetings: Essential Morning, Daytime, and Farewell Phrases
by JS •
Embarking on a journey to Zambia or seeking to connect with Bemba-speaking communities? Mastering basic greetings is a vital step toward meaningful interactions. Our concise 2-minute video introduces essential Bemba salutations for various times of the day, including morning greetings, daytime exchanges, and appropriate farewells. By learning these phrases, you’ll not only enhance your communication…
Welcoming French Tourists
by John Katebe •
This blog provides essential tips for Zambians on how to make French tourists feel welcome in Zambia. It highlights key cultural differences, such as greeting etiquette, personal space, and the concept of time, while offering practical advice on catering to psychological comforts like familiar cuisine, high hygiene standards, and overcoming language barriers. The guide emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting French customs, staying open-minded, and providing relevant health and safety information. By following these tips, Zambians can create a hospitable and memorable environment for French visitors, fostering cross-cultural appreciation and promoting tourism.
Welcoming Chinese Tourists
by John Katebe •
Discover essential tips for making Chinese tourists feel welcome in Zambia. Learn about key cultural differences, such as greeting etiquette and personal space, and understand the importance of punctuality and formality. This guide also covers how to cater to psychological comforts with familiar cuisine and high hygiene standards. Practical advice includes learning basic Mandarin phrases and respecting Chinese customs. By understanding and accommodating these needs, Zambians can create a hospitable and memorable environment for Chinese visitors, fostering cross-cultural appreciation and promoting tourism.
Discover the Magic of “The Wise Tree of Kitwe”:
by JS •
In the bustling town of Kitwe, under the vast Zambian sky, stands a figure of wisdom and love—Mama Miti, the wise tree. Her story, “The Wise Tree of Kitwe,” weaves a tapestry of life’s intricate dance between nature and nurture. Through Mama Miti’s eyes, we learn the profound impact of a single act of caring, a lesson that resonates deep within the roots of our being.
As Mama Miti spreads her branches wide, embracing the warmth of the sun, she devises a plan as brilliant as the African dawn. Her mission? To scatter her seeds far and wide, each encased in a shell of love and wisdom, ensuring that her children—the trees—can offer shade and sustenance to the world beyond her reach.
“MWABI – CAN YOU SEE US?”
by JS •
A Zambian movie streaming on Netflix. Just released on UK Netflix, “ Mwabi – Can You See Us?”(2022) is a Zambian movie written by Andrew and Lawrence Thompson and directed by Kenny Mumba. It follows the story of a Zambian boy with albinism named Joseph. His challenges start from the moment he is born and…