ANKH #1 2023

ISSUE 02

AREA 1 PROJECTS

ANKH ROUND TABLE ZAMBIA ADOPT. ADAPT. IMPROVE

CONSTITUTION EXCERPTS

GALLERY

PLUS MORE

WWW.ROUNDTABLEZAMBIA.ORG

APRIL 2023

AREA 2 PROJECTS

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All About travel and traveling, for travelers.

Dear Reader, The period just ended was a journey, A journey to do what our founder Louis Marchesi envisioned eons ago as a young Rotarian . A group of young professionals that goes out of its way to cause positive impact in peoples lives a donation at a time.

Traveling in the sense that we were on a quest to fill that void & obligation that makes us Tablers to sit around the proverbial King Arthur's Round Table in our club houses and plan for our adopted causes .

Regardless of the struggles we had on the way, we have traveled this far still carrying the ideology of Round Table and in this edition, I get to cover some of the projects we traveled to and impacted a life, I truly hope and trust this edition will ignite the desire to do more for Table.

Yours in Table Njavwa Sichone

ANKH

IN THIS EDITION 2022/2023 CONSTITUTION EXCERPTS LEAVE OF ABSENCE ROLES OF A CHAIRMAN

ARTICLES WHY I TABLE EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP TIPS ESSENTIALS OF PROFFESIONALISM LIFESTYLE GALLERY

ANKH PASSIONATE ABOUT COMMUNIITY SERVICE? JOIN US

WHERE WE MEET

Lusaka

Kitwe

Ndola

Table Hall, Showgrounds

The Cricket Club

Ndola Table Hall

Solwezi

Mufulira

Chingola

Shamel Lodge

Luanshya

Luanshya Table Hall

Mine Mess

Racquets Club

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THINGS TO CONSIDER

The essentials of professionalism

Etiquette during the progression of the meeting is to be maintained.

Every member should talk through the Chairman and unnecessary rants are to be avoided. An example of such decorum is our very own Members of Parliament in the names of Rodney Sikumba and Gary Nkombo. Seconds into listening to these men, you realize their debating is on point. That is what Round Table inculcates into your morals and attitude towards your professional life.

This can only be achieved if we maintain our professionalism and etiquette. I hope to see this happening in every business meeting.

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As per Round Table Zambia Constitution, each Table is to hold 12 business meeting in a year.

These meetings are held to discuss the future and past events of the Table, by critically looking at each portfolio and reviewing the portfolio holder’s performance. Just like any business meeting, dress code is key as RTZ specifies a minimum of a tie and Jacket. A Pin on your Lapel is also required as this is entailed on induction for you to wear it at any possible event. Dressing the right way also send out a signal to guests and the general public on how serious we are as an association. As with any serious meeting time keeping is essential. A notice is sent out at least two weeks before the meeting indicating time, date and venue of the meeting. Reports are expected to be sent at least a week before the business meeting. This is to allow members to digest the contents of the report in order to facilitate constructive discussions in the progression of the meeting.

Time keeping when starting the meeting is also essential as this helps build into your everyday life. Your conduct in a business meeting is expected to be professional, just as you would behave in a board room.

Mbachi Ngwira

CONSTITUTION EXCERPTS

LEAVE OF ABSENCE:

A member’s application for leave of absence shall be given in writing to the Chairman before the member absents himself from a meeting, except in the case of sickness, when the application shall be made at the earliest opportunity. The letter of application shall specify the approximate duration of the requested leave. Leave of absence shall not be granted for a period longer than six months. If a member is to be away for a period exceeding six months he shall resign his membership of the Table temporarily and reapply for admission upon return. .

It shall be within the power of the Table Council to grant to any member of Table leave of absence from Table meetings on compassionate grounds, or for reasons of study, vacation, sickness, or such other cause as the Council may from time to time approve

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FIVE CLUB

"There are things we must do" "There are things we can do" "And there are things we should do"- Louis Marchesi

Round Table being a part of the 5 clubs enables it to pool ideas and resources from a wide network as well as see opportunities from a different perspective

AREA 1 JOINT INDUCTION DINNER AT LIBONJI GARDENS, CHINGOLA New Chairmen 2023/2024 Kitwe No. 2 Clinton Nkandu Ndola No. 3 Charlie Mashinkila Mufulira No.5 Peter Mwanza Chingola No. 7 Munalula Akakandelwa Luanshya N0. 9 Stephen Kalonga Itawa No.16 Kanyanta Musonda Solwezi No.19 Barnabas Ngambi

CONSTITUTION EXCERPTS The objects and responsibilities of the Area Council shall include:To co-ordinate the activities of individual Tables within the Area and to assist Tables whenever necessary.

To consider, prepare and present resolutions to National Council.

To give assistance in the transfer of Members from one Table to 22 another and to supervise the extension of Round Table movement within the Area.

To encourage inter-Table social and other functions, projects and joint meetings. 17.6.5 To implement Association decisions at Area level.

Refer to the RTZ constitution for more.

ANKH TIPS

EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP TIPS: BE CREDIBLE “We don’t follow people for very long if we don’t believe they’re credible,” says Barry Z. Posner, coauthor of The Leadership Challenge. That means being dependable. “When you tell me you’re going to show up at the barbecue fundraiser at 1 o’clock, I can count on that. If I can’t count on that, I can’t depend on you.”

DELEGATE “Utilize the talents and backgrounds of members when forming a committee. Usually the unofficial leader is the one with some experience in the program or project,”.

PICK YOUR TEAM Include both new and more experienced members.

Embracing diversity fosters new ideas and approaches to conducting business. Let go of assumptions (and, in some cases, unfair reputations) about fellow club members.

FIND A MENTOR “Every new Table Chairman to source new ideas, guidance and direction.

BE A MENTOR Keep that loop of constructive energy thrumming by encouraging the next generation of leaders.

SHARE POWER “Autocratic leaders struggle in the Round Table environment because members can choose to exit the club at will or abscond from club duties”.

BE WILLING TO LEARN “Leadership requires that the leader is open to going out of their comfort zone,” says Louie Boy de Real, chair of the Pilipinas Rotaract Multidistrict Information Organization in the Philippines.

BE THAT VOLUNTEER Chairing a club committee can make all the difference — for your club and for yourself as your confidence builds.

CREATE A POSITIVE VIBE “Generate high team motivation in doing good,” No good ideas are generated in negative unmotivated environment.

SHOW APPRECIATION Acknowledge the efforts of others with a meeting shout-out, an emailed thank-you message, or a cup of coffee in gratitude.

Even small gestures pay dividends

Contains excerpts from Rotary Club International website

AREA 2 JOINT INDUCTION DINNER AT Urban Hotel, Lusaka New Chairmen 2023/2024 Lusasa No.1 Musenge Luswili Lusaka No.2 Manondo Chaponda Lusaka No.11 Henry Sampa Lusaka No.15 Maj. Cornelius Chilenge Kabwe No.6 Rene Mulemena

CONSTITUTION EXCERPTS TABLE CONSTITUTIONS Each Table shall provide in its Constitution the obligatory provisions set out under Sections 18.2 to 18.14 of this Rule and shall adhere to the same. Tables are at liberty to make these rules stricter but may not relax them. However, Tables are advised to implement them as far as possible only as per provisions given below.

Each Table shall designate itself by the name of the town or city in which it is located or with a word describing the geographical location.

The motto of the Table shall be ``Adapt, Adopt, Improve''.

The emblem of the Table shall be the same as that of the Association.

The Table shall be a member of Round Table Zambia.

The Aims and Objectives of the Table shall be the same as those of the Association.

There shall only be three kinds of membership i) Active 2)Honorary & 3) Temporary honorary

Refer to the RTZ constitution for more.

ANKH EVENTS

ROUND TABLE ZAMBIA 2022 AGM The Round Table Zambia AGM hosted by Lusaka Round Table No.15 in the thunderous Livingstone Town was attended by 70 Tablers, 41ners and friends of Table also included our international guests, one thing to pick from this meeting is that it concluded in record time considering the magnitude of the agenda. As per usual tradition the welcome party was held immediately after the meeting and to provide that much needed entertainment Dj Sebastian Dutch courtesy of Auctus Investments Limited was hired to "work the ones & twos".

During this eventful weekend our partners were treated to a ladies tour to the world famous Mukuni Big 5 where they had the opportunity to walk with Cheeters and lions. The icing on the cake was the gala dinner that saw a record number of 136 attendees which included 41 Club members, Ladies Circle, protocol and media personnel. The event was graced by past Tabler the Hon. Minister of Tourism and Member of Parliament for Livingstone Mr. Rodney Sikumba M.P.

ANKH TRACTION

GALLERY

GALLERY

ANKH TRAVEL

CONSTITUTION EXCERPTS

TRAVEL BINGOS RTZ enjoys an exchange delegate scheme with RTSA. The rules applicable are similar to the African Region travel Bingo rules except in this care the delegates can only be exchanged by the two Associations at their respective Annual General Meetings.

1. RTI TRAVEL BINGO The purpose of this scheme is to encourage visits by active Tablers from one Member to the other. Every effort should be made by the members taking part to find active Tablers inducted less than 2 years before the date of travel. Also, the active Tablers selected shall not be current members of their National Board and the Bingo shall only be open to either Full or Associate Members that have not been suspended.

Members shall decide how many, if any, Tablers they can host at their AGM. This automatically determines how many Tablers they can send to other AGMs. The draw shall take place during the RTI AGM. However, all RTI Councilors or Members that want to take part, should try to provide details to the RTI Councilors from RT Germany at least 28 days before the AGM. Members shall only cover the travel costs of the Tablers they send and the accommodation and registration costs of the Tablers they host.

2. AFRICA REGION TRAVEL BINGO This scheme is specific to the Africa Region. The principal and purpose is similar to the RTI Travel Bingo in 1 above, with following differences/additional guidelines.

The draw shall take place during the Africa Region AGM and RTI Councilors of Members that want to take part shall provide details to the Africa Region Representative just before the draw.

Visits shall be for a minimum of 7 days, which must include the AGM, and accommodation provided shall be home hosting.

Members shall select Tablers to send by 31 January and shall notify by e-mail the names and addresses of those Tables to the Members that are hosting them no later than 56 days before the hosts AGM. It is important to follow this or the host shall have the right to refuse to pay for the Tablers The host shall reply no later than 28 days before their AGM with a full itinerary for the Table they are hosting.

The respective RTI Councilors of the Members sending and the Members hosting are responsible for ensuring these guidelines are followed and all communication shall be between them.

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WHY I TABLE

ARTICLE

By Scotch Simwanza As I write this, I am pondering on why I joined RoundTable or what inspired me to join. I was invited to my first Kitwe RoundTable Number two (2) meeting by Bwighane Mwafulilwa, a friend of many years. Almost two (2) years down the road and the journey has been both fun and fulfilling. I probably would Table again, in another life. So, instead of talking about why I joined RoundTable, I will talk about why I am still a member and the following are my reasons, in no particular order of importance: Friendship: RoundTable is a brotherhood whose many members were once invited by a friend who was invited by another friend.

A brotherhood that fosters cooperation amongst its members. In my short time as a member, I have formed respectful relationships and friendships with numerous people within the club, some of whom I can call for advice on issues relating to my business, personal life and career. The fellowships (or chills) are a highlight of my tabling because the y give me the opportunity to make new friends and interact at a personal level with so many of the members I have only known at a distance.

One popular statement about RoundTable that I have come to appreciate is “Meeting old friends for the first time.” One may wonder, how do you meet old friends for the first time?

My response is; how people treat you. A Tabler will home host a person they are meeting for the very first time without regard to how you look or where you are coming from, we are global citizens whose brothers live across the world. Our friendships are not restricted by boarders.

Community Service: This takes me back to our recent donation in Luanshya. The donation was at a home of the aged and currently being run by the Catholic Nuns. This particular donation stands out, for me, because of the joy and the many smiles we could see from the faces of the old men and women there. It was an emotional moment because of the indelible mark it left on the people we touched. We could see their gratitude and felt it too and, in that moment, I knew and remembered, that RoundTable is not meant to benefit me alone but the numerous needy people in our society.

Networking: You see, RoundTable has a wide pool of Men between the ages of 18 to 40 years and an additional pool of 41ners. The combined experiences of the various members in my table alone, is over 50 years in professional practice and life in general and as a member, this is what I have been exposed to. The wealth of experience and networking with people of diverse backgrounds, both in professional careers and business is vast. You will meet

Taxmen like myself, Insurers, Lawyers, Doctors, Engineers, Investment Analysts, ICT experts and businessmen. These networks have not only helped me at personal level but with business and vice versa. Like they say “Iron sharpens Iron.”

Lastly and definitely not the least, RoundTable offers each and every member the opportunity to learn from the other. When we are having Table Business Meetings, every person is just a Tabler despite their position at work or in society. The various portfolios people have in the Table equip an Engineer with the skills to read financial statements, a sole trader will pick up skills on how to run and chair a board meeting. The lessons in RoundTable are replete to list, however, learning is a continuous process. The above reasons and lessons sum up why I am still Tabling and hopefully, why I will continue Tabling until I am 40 years young.

To the readers, I hope this is of some value to you as it has been to me and if you are a man still considering RoundTable, stop considering and join.

ANKH Lifestyle

Consistently Good, Beats Occasionally Great.

By Henry Sampa

Running is a sport that can be done anywhere and the only required equipment is a determined mindset, a good pair of running shoes and some comfortable clothing. Besides being convenient and relatively inexpensive, running offers numerous health benefits. Recent studies have shown that more people are running 5K races and marathons than ever before. An even larger number simply run for fitness and never go near a race starting line.

Why do I love running? Because it makes me feel I can accomplish the impossible. It satisfies my yearning for adventure, and it gives me moments of clarity. Problems and thoughts that have been swirling around in my mind disappear when I’m deep in the rhythm of my footsteps and my favorite tunes bumping on my headphones. I often discover solutions during my runs. Simply put, running makes me a better person and way more productive. I especially love the after-run cold beer that follows a Long-Distance-Run (LSD). Running also means, I get to eat whatever I want- well sometimes.

The running community is made up of people with diverse backgrounds and equally as diverse reasons that they run. No matter what drives them to keep hitting the pavement day after day, there are undeniable physical and psychological benefits of running as well. Some of the physical benefits of running include: (i) Fights the aging process by preventing the muscle and bone loss that often comes with age. (ii) Reduces the risk of blood clots and heart attacks by strengthening the heart, lowering blood pressure and keeping the arteries elastic and healthy. (iii) Raises levels of HDL, the “healthy” cholesterol. (iv) Boosts the immune system by creating a higher concentration of white blood cells that attack disease. (v) Burns an average of 100 calories for every mile jogged, making it an efficient way to lose/maintain weight.

Besides these tangible physical benefits, running has profound psychological effects as well.

Most notably, many runners experience intense exhilaration and euphoria, commonly known as the “runner’s high”. This natural high comes from the release of endorphins, which pour into your system after exertion as nature’s way of preventing pain. Running can also be used as a drugfree way to help treat clinical depression and other psychological disorders.

Other psychological benefits of running include: (i) Increased confidence as you reach for and achieve your distance goals. (ii) Relieved stress and the ability to cope with problems more effectively.

Adopt. Adapt. Improve