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Life through a Zambian Teenager’s eyes Jan/Feb 2013- Issue 01 © Copyright 2013 The Global Zambian
Destination Zambia
Places worth visiting in 2013!
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Contents
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GOOD CHOICE
A MAN AND HIS GUITAR
To be extraordinary you do not have to be rich or famous!
The Must Go To Chill Out Spots
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Arts & crafts
Arts and Crafts In Zambia Like No Other
Destination Zambia The unscathed Beauty That Is Zambia
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Editors Notes In her own humble words
it’s zed movement Zambia making a mark on a global scale
zda endorses TGZ The Zambian Development agency, on TGZ Magazine
latest news The Latest news, business lifestyle and more
shopping adventure Shopping spree at Arcades mall
designer smart phiri A close look at one of Zambia’s rising star designers
real estate Zambia
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Exploring the properties in Zambia
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My Teen Zone. My Perspective
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samsung Innovative technology, and leading the way
legaltainment... Contracts, do you know what you are signing
keeping savvy Graphic designing a lucrative career choice
music matters the latest music releases
what’s on the latest TV and Films around the globe
R&g events leading events management in Zambia
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the big picture Photographers Peter Langmead and Vincent Banda.
living with hiv A story of triumph over adversity
style icon Thandie Newton
get the look Look like a celebrity for less
must haves in a mans closet what men should not go without in their wardrobe
get yourself red carpet ready beauty advice for men and women
inspirational figure Emeli Sande.
image consultancy do you or your company need an image makeover
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of entertainment, business, reviews, and
inspirational stories!
Health and fitness Fitness tips to get you going
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baking with kanta kakes
“It is our hope that the new magazine will partner with the ZDA in promoting investment opportunities, joint venture partnerships...” Mr Andrew Chipwende, Director General of the Zambia Development Agency.
Gadget Must haves The trendiest gadgets
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WELCOME The aim for The Global Zambian Magazine is to showcase Zambia as a whole on a global scale. The magazine is focussed on exploring the many aspects of Zambian life, business, fashion, tourism, music, television, film and more. With the growing interest on Zambia from the global community, The Global Zambian Magazine aims to be the missing link for the worldwide audience in giving them an inside look to what Zambia and Zambians around the world have to offer.
The Global Zambian Magazine GREEN WITH ENVY
Emerald green the colour for 2013
ETHEL GONDWE
Editor In Chief
An interview with a young talented baker
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Editor
what’s tingling your taste buds breakfast, lunch and
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dinner; our recommendation
CHALI SIMUKONDA
Images and Photography Fashion and logistics
make your own a recipe to
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add to your home cooking
Real Stories Editor WIKA KAWINA
Researcher
dancing out of poverty and into success we talk to
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dancer Osward about his dancing career
plan ahead for success You want success, but are you planning for it?
gemfields a look at Kagem
mining’s majority shareholder
covertly overt taking a hen night back in time
iemerge agency an interview with the CEO and founder
fashion ilike the designer to look out for
Shoes shoes shoes men
and women’s shoes that we are loving right now
My Teen Zone writer HARRY DAKA
Entertainment and Youth CONTRIBUTORS
Crystal Musonda, Kondwelani Jose
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flip flop compassionate Zambia charity work at its
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Shadrach lungu Taking it one step at a time
Cover Story
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puzzles & trivia Take a break with our puzzles and word search games
fashion police who is
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TGZs best dressed and worse dressed. The Fashion Police investigate
advertise with us find out how you can advertise in The Global Zambian Magazine
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have an undying love for mother Zambia, so being a part of this Magazine is nothing short of a miracle from God. Not in a million years did I see myself having such a big contribution towards a publication. It is the realisation of knowing that the people we come across, on a daily basis all have a story to tell. Where they come from, what they have been through and what they have achieved. But not many get the opportunity to tell their story or have someone tell it for them, and I see this with the people of Zambia, so many people and so few voices. How does a country so rich and vibrant in culture be so silent I wondered? As I pondered on this, I continued meeting new people, individuals who quite frankly left me gobsmacked; the immense talent they possess, the ambitious ones who without anything are very hopeful and are willing to put in the hours where needed to succeed, I remain in awe of the people who strive for a better life even when all odds are against them. Being a part of a magazine for the people of Zambia that will give an insight on several aspects of Zambian life around the world, so that not only Zambians can enjoy but the world over is exciting. The purpose of The Global Zambian Magazine, is in the heartfelt story of Paul
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Ethel Gondwe A personal approach Banda and his plight on HIV and AIDS, for techys who love gadgets, the fashionistas, the world traveller who loves exploring new things, the business individual who takes joy out of solving the cross word puzzle, regardless of what you do, your culture and background, The Global Zambian Magazine will have something for you. One might say how is that content any different from the rest of the lifestyle magazines? TGZ gives you an insight into the many aspects of Zambia and it’s people. We explore the lives of Zambian lifestyle, business and entertainment from within Zambia and the diaspora, something that is rarely showcased in the world media. An exhilarating and educational experience for me; the showcasing of the many aspects of Zambian life and other factors around the world that connect with the readers, weather you are Zambian or not; it truly is a Zed movement and we would like you to move up with us, so ‘Let’s Explore.’
It’s a Zed Movement As the years have gone by, Zambia has certainly gone through leaps and bounds. She is in her 5th presidency, won the AFCON for the 1st time in 2012 and has become the sought after travel and investment destination in recent years.
Above: (Top left) Chipolopolo rejoicing their 2012 AFCON Win. (Bottom left) Tourists taking photographs on a Safari ride. Centre: His Excellency Michael Chilufya Sata, 5th Zambian president from 23 September 2011 to date. Right Bottom: Coca Cola’s milestone investment in grassroots football. Below: (Centre left) manager Mr Khalid Hassan (Centre Right) Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations Africa, Mr Jean Luc Grillet. Cutting a cake in celebration of the Emirates new Lusaka office.
Zambia shares borders with eight countries and has free trade arrangements with 15 SADC countries
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rom football, to music to safaris, there is no longer a corner in Zambia that you will look at and not be fascinated by. Zambia’s development has undoubtedly not gone unnoticed, and the people of Zambia around the world are realising their worth not only to themselves and their country, but to the rest of the world. Like it’s unscathed beauty, the emerging businesses and talented individuals are coming through and the world is having a rare opportunity to see more of what Zambian’s have to offer.
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s part of the continued efforts to market Zambia as the investment destination of choice. President Sata said: “Zambia shares borders with eight countries and has free trade arrangements with 15 Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries, which is a market worth over US$40 billion. It is also a member of COMESA (Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa) with 19 members and therefore offers you a market for your goods and services, extending well beyond its 752,000 square kilometres of land,”
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years ago, you would rarely come across a University Student let alone a teenager in Zambia that is willing to put themselves out there, weather it be for work experience, or to establish their own business. Today the level of pro activity in individuals is inspiring. You can now find various young individuals that have gone the extra mile of establishing their own business. They are more focused towards their career goals and most are sure of what they would like to accomplish in their lives. This has encouraged large corporations and organisation to sponsor and invest in the youth and small and medium enterprises. The “Zed” movement has certainly been set in motion, and exciting times ahead are expected for Zambia, it’s people and businesses.
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ZDA Endorses TGZ Magazine recorded during 2011 and the first half of 2012. “This sustained growth is reflective of the continued maintenance of an attractive investment climate underpinned by strong economic growth, low inflation, supportive public investment and political stability.” Says Andrew Chipwende, Director General of the Zambia Development Agency.
Mr Andrew Chipwende, Director General of the Zambia Development Agency.
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ambia has enjoyed staggering economic performance and has consolidated its position as a regional leader by showing the greatest potential for growth among its peers of the Southern African Development Community. There is renewed political commitment to promote reforms, abundance of natural resources and investor friendly environment and many other reasons that have sustained this growth.
The Zambia Development Agency (ZDA), the entity responsible for promoting investment and trade competitiveness in the country, is very proud to be associated with this growth, which stands at an average 6.7% with strong foreign direct investment inflows into the country
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This launch he adds, of The Global Zambian Magazine with various communications platforms will definitely enhance the communication efforts of the agency to engage the diaspora and the business community at large on various opportunities for investment in strategic sectors of the economy. ‘’Our focus is to communicate to stakeholders about what is happening in various sectors of industry and to dig out the success stories and challenges as opposed to releasing statistics and figures.’’ In the first quarter of the year the agency received and approved 84 projects from various sectors of the economy with real estate receiving the highest investment commitment followed by the energy and tourism sectors. This impressive increase in investments in the first quarter of 2013 can be directly attributed to increased investor
BUSINESS
ZDA headquarters Zambia confidence resulting from, among other factors, Government’s continued commitment towards efforts directed at reducing the cost of doing business in the country, which have led to improvements in the country’s business environment, through the streamlining of business licencing procedures and improvements in various other administrative processes relating to business establishments. Other factors are Government’s continued efforts to market the country’s investment opportunities, through the ZDA collaborating with other government line ministries and agencies and increased awareness of investment opportunities available in Zambia through investment promotion missions undertaken by different stakeholders to different regions emphasising Zambia as a preferred investment destination in various sectors of the economy. Mr Chipwende adds, “It is our hope that the new magazine will partner with the ZDA in promoting investment opportunities, joint venture partnerships, project promotion and create a platform to discuss business in general and bridge the information gap that will help build better businesses and lifestyles.”
SME Activities
MSME business activities are largely in training, simple manufacturing, and service provision. Manufactured products in the MSME sector include textile products, wood products, light engineering and metal fabrication, food processing, leather products, leather products, handicrafts and ceramic. The service sector include restaurants, hair salons and barbershops, passenger and goods transport and cleaning services. The trading sector is concentrated in consumable products, industrial products, and agricultural inputs and produce. Opportunities for SMEs
The current economic situation presents opportunities which if taken advantage of can lead to the establishment of vibrant enterprises. Vast opportunities are available in what have been identified as growth sectors with economic activities such as, agricultural and mining. The following are the sectors- Manufacturing; Tourism; Construction and Mining. ZDA programs to support SMEs
The following are the areas on which MSME Development efforts are focused. The focus areas have been categorized into three development pillars namely: Capacity, Access and Operating Environment.
How to Access ZDA Programs 1. Local Economic Development 2. Representation of MSMEs interests 3. Cross cutting issues (HIV and AIDS, and Gender)
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NEWS
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New book highlights need to broaden Zambia’s manufacturing base Moderator Muna Hantuba (left) and author Professor John Sutton at the launch of An Enterprise map of Zambia
Zambia could be well on its way to middle income status if it can integrate itself into the global economy by broadening its industrial base and encouraging more medium-sized manufacturing businesses.
That is the message from a new book launched this week entitled An Enterprise Map of Zambia, published by the International Growth Centre, a policy research institute co-ordinated by the London School of Economics and Oxford University in the U.K.. “A qualitative change is needed over the next ten years to broaden the industrial base and bring the country to middle income status,” said Professor John Sutton, who authored the book with local consultant Gillian Langmead. Zambia’s manufacturing base has doubled in the last decade, and the country’s economy is among
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the most rapidly growing in Sub-Saharan Africa. If that rate of growth is sustained for another decade then Zambia will achieve middle income status. But in order for that to be achieved, new advances in the structure of the economy will be required, and in particular the range of industrial activity undertaken will need to be broadened, said Prof. Sutton at a pre-launch presentation of the book to officials at the Ministry of Commerce Trade and Industry (MCTI). “Understanding what is needed to maintain this growth is crucial to the formulation of good policies. And this in turn
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requires a deep understanding of Zambia’s current industrial capabilities,” explained Prof. Sutton, whose book provides sector overviews, profiles 50 of Zambia’s leading manufacturing firms and identifies problems and challenges for policymakers, business and potential foreign investors. “Countries that have made the advance into middle ground manufacturing have faced major challenges in regard to quality standards. The most powerful driver of this advance is appropriate foreign direct investment (FDI), which involves companies operating in new industrial activities and bringing new capabilities, and creating new jobs,” said Prof. Sutton. He praised the work of the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) and emphasised the need for expansion of domestic companies into new areas of activities, as well as maintenance of a good business climate for all firms, whether domestic or foreign. Of particular importance was the integration of local companies into the supply chains of multinational operators, and he also suggested that the contribution of the trading sector could be strengthened. “This is a turning point for Zambia’s economy, and getting the right policies and rules, and ensuring these policies and rules are implemented and enforced, is crucial to the country’s future,” concluded Prof. Sutton. An Enterprise Map of Zambia by John Sutton and Gillian Langmead is published by the International Growth Centre and is available from the IGC Lusaka office at the CSO Annex Building, Nationalist Road, PO Box 50062, Lusaka. Tel: +260 211 252 559.
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Emirates presents Zambia’s first Skywards Platinum Membership ( A b o ve) E m i ra t e s B o e i n g 7 7 7
Emirates Skywards, the airline’s award-winning frequent flyer programme, has recognised the first Skywards member from Zambia to achieve Platinum status.
Platinum is a new membership tier which offers a range of benefits to reward Emirates’ most loyal customers. Platinum members receive exclusive benefits usually reserved for First Class passengers, including First Class check-in, baggage delivery and access to the First Class lounges in Dubai with a guest. They can continue to use all Emirates Lounges around the world, also with a guest, and they receive 20kgs of additional baggage, regardless of their class of travel. With the Gold ‘Partner’ card, family members can enjoy Gold privileges even when travelling separately. Platinum members are guaranteed an Economy Class or Business Class commercial seat at Flex fares and receive access to an Economy Class or Business Class ‘Last Seat’ Flex reward. To qualify for Platinum status, members need to earn 150,000 or more tier Miles within a rolling 12-13 month period. Khalid Hassan, Country Manager for Zambia, presented the Platinum membership card to Shankar Krishnan Iyer, a Lusaka-based businessman, who has earned more than 150,000 tier Miles in the past year. Mr Shankar, Group Chief Executive Officer of Varun Beverages Africa, often takes advantage of Emirates’ daily flights from Lusaka and its extensive global network of 132 destinations, travelling mainly on business between Zambia, Morocco, Mozambique and India. “Mr Shankar is one of our most loyal customers in Zambia and, as a Platinum member, he will now receive a higher level of recognition and additional
rewards every time he flies with Emirates,” said Mr Hassan. “Emirates Skywards is about rewarding our loyal customers and enhancing their travel experiences.” Asked why he flies with Emirates, Mr Shankar, who often redeems his Miles to upgrade from Business Class to First Class, said: “It’s the best airline, the best service and best hospitality - everything is excellent. Punctuality is good and the aircraft is always clean and neat and they take care of passengers very well.” It is free to join Emirates Skywards and members receive benefits every time they fly. There are four membership tiers – Blue, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Benefits for Skywards members include travel and lifestyle rewards, priority check-in, lounge access, extra baggage allowance and bonus Miles, depending on the membership tier. Members earn Skywards Miles when they fly on Emirates and partner airlines and through a wide range of leisure and lifestyle partners. Skywards Miles can be redeemed for a range of rewards such as flights on Emirates and other partner airlines including easyJet, TAP, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines, and for flight upgrades, hotel accommodation, excursions with Arabian Adventures, car rentals and shopping on The Emirates High Street. Emirates Skywards members can now redeem their Miles for events and experiences such as tickets to football matches played by Emirates’ sponsored teams, PSG, Real Madrid, Arsenal and Hamburg SV. Members can also choose to donate their Miles to a range of charity partners including The Emirates Airline Foundation, Sightsavers International, Dubai Cares, Friends of Cancer Patients and CARE International. The daily Emirates flight from Lusaka and Harare to Dubai is operated by a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, offering 354 seats in a three-class configuration with eight luxurious First Class suites, 42 seats in Business Class and generous space for 304 passengers in Economy Class.
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Shopping adventure:
A little spree at Arcades Mall
Ever have that feeling of frustration for buying an item that you no longer like, or not completing your shopping list because the queues where just too much? If you have been there, done that and worn the T-shirt, TGZ have some handy tips on how to have a stress free shopping spree Early shopping makes for a happy shopper
When it comes to shopping sprees, there is one rule of thumb. Start early! Nothing beats an early start when shopping for various reasons; there is less congestion, also known as human traffic. Shelves and displays have been freshly organised making browsing for what you want easier, parking space if you are driving has plenty of slots, not
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over someone’s shoulder or rushing to grab the item someone else is also eyeing.
Look around
Take a break
You have had your early start, so where is the rush? Take your time, browse around, and try things out. With the wide range of stores at Arcades such as Hazida Ezone, to Ndanji Fashions, you are likely to find the same or similar items in some shops, so this is your chance to make price comparisons and look for those bargains that you wouldn’t normally find if you were in a hurry. You have all the time and space to riffle through as many items as you need without the struggle of having to peer
If your feet are feeling a little weary, take a break. With lovely bistros like La-Mimosa or Mint Cafe, you do not need to wait for noon, remember noon time restaurants and cafes are busy. The luxury of starting a shopping spree early is that you can take an early break, and then a follow up after the lunch hour rush is over, meaning you are always ahead of the shopping pack.
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Finish late By the end of the day, you would have bought items you really do like, than impulse
buying because it is “the last one” and “what if I don’t find it next time?” Is no longer a factor. You have had the time to think about it, stew over it and decide if it is really what you need or want. So after a stress free shopping spree, treat yourself to an evening visit to the cinema to wrap up the day. Tip: purchase your ticket earlier in the day when you are still browsing so that you can reserve the best seat(s). With the movie of your choice to end the day, that would be your relaxed and successful shopping spree done, and you can go home with a smile on your face.
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to mention the quiet and tranquillity you get when a mall is not yet busy.
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FRIENDS &FAMILY TIME
With the technology era taking over most things, spending quality time with family and friends has become a thing of the past, with texting and instant messaging taking up the task of communicating with family and friends. Less families spend time together and do not take the time to get know each other better; there might be a mastercard for all the phone bills or credit top ups to send texts, but for quality time with your loved ones, that time is priceless. Places like Arcades mall offer the whole family an opportunity to spend time together whilst enjoying yourself. There is something for everyone, games, children’s shops, boutiques, hairdressers, restaurants suitable for families or the single ladies or gents catching up with friends.
A FAMILY THAT SHOPS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER Shopping at a mall makes for a great opportunity to spend time with your family and friends. That all important piece of news you needed to tell but do not know how? Go shopping, find common ground that will help you break the news. Parents with children, teenagers in particular, speak to them in a language they understand by using an environment they would enjoy being in. We all know that a mall is a teenager’s favourite hang out spot. If you do not have any news to tell and simply want to know more about your child, take them to Planet Books find out what they like to read, or find a movie at Ster-Kinekor cinema you will both enjoy watching. Couples take time to discuss your different tastes in things through browsing around the mall, have a lovely meal at Mikes Kitchen or Arabian Nights. You will not even need to try hard to find out what their favourite type of shoe, or meal is as shopping together provokes natural conversations/ opinions on items you are looking at or admiring making conversations a lot more fluid and giving you more to talk about. You can view the mall as an adventure land without the adrenaline rush, for all ages and for the whole family, where you get to have fun and bond with your loved ones. More info on Arcades Mall can be found www.arcades.co.zm THE GLOBAL ZAMBIAN
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WHAT’S IN STORE FOR 2013 Currently Smart is in the process of putting together his next collection, he also took some time out to establish a tailoring school in Lusaka, that operates in the mornings and evenings. A portal allowing aspiring designers to learn the trade, and a fantastic way of him sharing his gift.
Arts & Crafts African art has a history that dates back before any records could be taken, when our ancestors nonshalantly carved and drew items using natural tools. Fast forward thousands of years and arts and crafts are a lot more celebrated as careers or for collectors items.
TRIBAL TEXTILES
ABOVE: Contemporary hand drawn handbags. They are practical, and stylish and are a great addition to your bag collection.
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“I started Tribal Textiles more than 20 years ago now, in the “Munyamadzi” area - a game management area between the two National Parks. The textiles started as a “hobby” as something to do out of the small Safari camp I was living in. Having an artistic background, I experimented with various techniques and dyes, with limited resources, and Tribal Textiles was slowly born. “Said Gillie Lightfoot, Director & Owner of Tribal Textiles “As the business grew so did the workforce and I was able to start handing over some of the drawing and painting to a select few. Moses Musa, now the Workshop Manager, and I have worked side by side from the beginning. With little or no formal educational but for his years of experience Moses now, 20 years on, leads our workforce of over 100 Zambians. Some artists draw the designs directly on the fabric (a highly skilled technique taking years to perfect) whilst many others paint, sew or are somehow involved in the lengthy process of producing one of these painted pieces of fabric.”
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CONTEMPORARY WASSU TUTTI FRUITY KIDS CAPTAIN ZULU DESIGNS IN BRIGHT COLOURS A picture of creativity
BIBA DUST (GEOMETRIC) These offer captivating bold shapes, with some added style and vibrance
When you look at the quality and selection that Tribal Textiles have, you would automatically assume that the fabrics are manufactured in a large factory in the City, but you couldn’t be more wrong. Tribal Textiles are actually based in Mfuwe, South Luangwa. A clear indication to where the inspiration for their designs come from. Each of their pieces are hand drawn and painted by locals using a rich palette of hand-mixed colours. This acts as a great employment anchor in an area where employment is rather scarce. The collection is vast, ranging from t-shirts, bags, accessories, table and bed linen, cushion covers, wall-hangings, and a kids’ range. If you are not in Zambia do not fret as Tribal Textiles stocks in over 20 countries worldwide.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Their main objective of creating unforgettable and exquisite textiles whilst working in harmony with nature and benefit the local community, is an admirable one that adds to the beauty of the finished product. Their location in Mfuwe provides employment opportunities for the local residents, which is very rare within that region. Further community benefits have gone towards being co-founders of the local community school, Malimba, which currently educates over 160 children.
FIRE IN BLOCK (TRIBAL ART) (TRADITIONAL) LADIES AND WARRIORS Fire in Block is part of the Tribal Art which is an exclusive MASSAI range of freehand-drawn designs. Their uniqueness is cemented on the fact that no 2 pieces are the same. Tribal These are as Tribal Textiles put it, “Iconic designs that depict daily life Art mixes traditional African, Swahili, Arabic, floral and in the South Luangwa through exquisite free hand drawings of African abstract designs in four striking 14 colour-palette colourways animals, dancing ladies & warriors and scenes from Zambia’s villages” – Smoke, Earth, Fire and Sky.
OTHER POTTERY AND CRAFTS WE ARE ADMIRING Such an abundance of art, with a country as rich as Zambia it is not surprising that we could not showcase all the arts and crafts in our first issue alone, however we have selected a few that you can keep an eye on.
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These uniquely designed pieces of jewellery, are created by Agnes Yombe, which consist of bracelets, earrings and chokers inspired from the symbols of the Mbusa Ceremony of the Bemba People from the Zambian Northern Province. The material she uses comes from cow horns, seed pods, traditional fabric, glass beads and stones
Environmentally and community conscious Afrikolor started in 2009 producing stoneware pottery. The pottery is handmade functional stoneware made from 100% Zambian clay. Originating from Afrikolor fabrics established in the early 90s. Afrikolor strive to use as many local resources as possible
When visiting Zambia, one of the best places to visit is the Pakati market at Arcades Mall, in Lusaka. The Sunday market offers a large variety of wood carvings, for your mantel piece, souvenirs, you name it, it’s all there. You get the rare opportunity to witness the immense talent of the local craftsmen. THE GLOBAL ZAMBIAN
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PROPERTY
Real estate in Zambia Exploring the unlimited features in modern living Lots of exciting new properties in the heart of Africa Words BY ETHEL GONDWE IMAGES COPYRIGHT OF KNIGHT FRANK ZAMBIA
Vast land like that you find in Zambia gives inspiration for architects all round. The growing economy has presented an opportunity for developers, as businesses grow and more investors settle in the country, who ultimately need places to live, thus causing an influx in the property market in the country. From simply browsing the internet, it brings a smile to your face when you see beautiful property in what is presumedly a 3rd world country. We took a tour around Knight Frank Property Zambia, the world’s leading independent real estate consultancy firm. The properties we came across are incredible. From Flats, to townhouses and bungalows ; there are properties to cater for all kinds of individuals, students, professionals, and families, you really get spoilt for choice. One of the great advantages of purchasing property in Zambia is that you get value for your money in property size and hectors in land. You get to have the luxury of a holiday home right where you are, it certainly cannot get better than that.
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We selected a couple of properties, one in Siavonga, and the other in New Kasama Lusaka. Weather in the great city or closer to the waters of the Zambezi, nothing beats the scent of fresh air and bright skies of living in Zambia!
Left: 150 Bbakasa Road, Siavonga Zambia USD $500,000 Property Ref: ZM0367 An elegant exclusive property on the shores of Lake Kariba, comprising of a main house, guest cottage, swimming pool, private jetty, lock up boat garage and staff housing. The fully air-conditioned property comprises of a main house with an en suite master bedroom, second bedroom with private bathroom. A large dining area with an open plan kitchen, laundry room and large veranda for entertaining. The guest cottage comprises of two large bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a sitting area with a veranda. A private swimming pool with an entertainment dining area. Agent: Tim Ware Tel: +260 211 250683
Below: Off Bulaya Road New Kasama Lusaka Zambia ZMW1,200,000 Property Ref: ZM0392 This double story house sits on approximately one acre of land, and comprises of, 3 bedrooms, master bedroom en suite with a jacuzzi, living room, dining area, kitchen, garden, water tank and carport. This simple and yet beautiful spacious property is situated approximately 13 kilometres from the central business district. Comprising of a tiled driveway met by a mini roundabout. The added beauty of a well maintain loan, makes room for hosting guests for brais and small family gatherings and special occasions. Agents: Tim Ware Tel: +260 211 250683 Brian Makasalo Tel: +260 211 250683
More on these properties can be found at http://zm.knightfrank.com
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LIFESTYLE The
Good Choice Must go to chill out spots
Lusaka; the capital city of Zambia is growing in vibrance, with new businesses opening regularly, and tourists and delegates from other countries flogging in every day. This influx in pop culture has been an invitation for the development of places people can meet, relax and simply have a good time after a hard day’s work, or location for a special occasion. TGZ spotted a number of places that took to our fancy. Here are the first 6.
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A. Fortune Foods Restaurant Ciao Baby Cucina Where the Art of Cooking and the Art of Living Meet, is their slogan, and their food says it all. Italian cuisine is known to be one of the most popular in the world listing 2nd with French cuisine coming in at 1st position. So why the need to go to Italy when Italy can come to you. Situated at Lusaka’s Manda Hill Mall; their love for good cooking ensures that every customer at Ciao baby Cucina gets to enjoy the fresh ingredients added to their delectable dishes that cater for everyone’s taste. And if you are not feeling so hungry or simply need to have a short meeting, have a sit down and enjoy the Italian atmosphere whilst sipping on a nice cup of cappuccino.
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B. Radisson Blu Lusaka Situated in the commercial C district near the airport and city centre, the Radisson Blu is ideal for the discerning traveller. With a host of 142 spacious guest rooms, the plush hotel offers comfort and stylish designs with top amenities, including high speed internet, the Filini restaurant that serves all day, or you can opt for the Filini Bar and Pool Bar for a much more relaxed drink.; Conference facilities for large or small meetings. Weather you are there for the day or for several nights, Radisson Blu offer you service par excellence.
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D C. The Misty It is music to your ears when you visit The Misty. The Jazz restaurant and cafe offers live music that you can enjoy whilst eating their “jazzed up” international flavours they have on offer on their menu. Situated at the Levy mall, The Misty is the ideal place to go if you are looking for some R&R after a busy day or week. Allow yourself to get taken away by the music whilst you admire the beautiful old Hollywood style decor.
D. Chicago’s Zambia Walking into Chicago’s feels like walking into the set of The godfather. The smartly dressed waiting staff all in tuxedos, an a la carte menu to suit all taste buds and an atmosphere that makes you not want to leave. The homage to the 40s and 50s gives it that oldskool meets newskool look, and certainly takes you back as you gaze upon the portrait of the gorgeous Marilyn Monroe. The day time is calm at Chicago’s’ and as evening arises, the restaurant transforms in to a trendy bar, serving a wide range of cocktails and not forgetting their famous B Cuban branded cigars. Situated at Manda Hill mall, Chicago’s is easily accessible .
E. Roma House A home away from home is what you will feel when you go to Roma House. An actual house that offers you all the specifications of your high standard restaurant and conference centre. You can easily make yourself right at home as you enjoy a meal from their Bistro style menu whilst seated outdoors by the pool side. Surrounded by miles of unspoiled land the only noise you will hear are that of your own voices and the other diners. Situated in the newly developed Roma Park site, you are only a few minutes drive from Arcades shopping E mall and less than a half hour from the city centre.
F. Pansupa Lounge If you would like to indulge in some African cuisine, look no further than Pansupa Lounge. Known for its upmarket African cuisine specialities, Pansupa celebrate the era of cultural refinement, social elegance and general prosperity in the 21st century. Their promotion of art is evident in the decor, which consist of warm colour tones and wooden carved chairs. Situated at Villa Elizabetha by Nchoncho road in Lusaka; even Zambia’s 1st President Dr. Kaunda has been spotted at Pansupa, so why don’t you give it a try, see what the rest of Africa has to offer through their various cuisine.
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TRAVEL Tourists at Livingstone Island
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DESTINATION When the word holiday is mentioned, the first thing one imagines, is sun sea and sand, well you can be given sun and sand but not the sea instead, you get something even better; the Zambian rivers, in their sheer beauty and pureness, unlike the salty sea water that you cannot drink the fresh as spring water that flows through Zambia, takes your breath away. So come with us as we explore the many hidden gems of Zambia. With over 70 game lodges and more holiday destinations, We have one exciting expedition to embark on. We went down to the South of the boarder and took a look at the Tongabezi Lodge and The River Club. THE RIVER CLUB
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Various rate options are available for all the guests staying at The River Club, but if you opted for the all inclusive rate you get all the following included: Tour of Victoria Falls, The Sunset Cruise, African Village Tour, Game Drives, Fishing Trips, Running Track and the Tennis Court. As well as these activities, there are additional activities not hosted by The River Club such as Helicopter Flights Over The Falls, White Water Rafting, Bungi Jumping, River Boarding and more. The River Club can book these on your behalf and ensure that all transfers to and from your destination are taken care of. Visit: www.theriverclubafrica.com or tel: +260213 327457
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Tongabezi is a privately owned luxury lodge near Victoria Falls on the banks of the Zambezi River. Founded in 1990 by Ben Parker and the late Will Ruck-keene, pioneers of eco-tourism in Zambia. Each house and cottage has its own valet who takes care of guests throughout their stay and act as a private concierge. With fully inclusive rates that start from $510 PPPN, Tongabezi offer their guests activities galore and the following are all included in the price of your safari holiday: Canoeing on the Zambezi , Island Lunch, Sanpan floating candlelit dinner, Visit to Mukuni Park, Sunrise and sunset boating, Introduction to Simonga Village, Visit to Victoria Falls, Guided bush walks, Museum Tour, Fishing, Game Drives and,Maramba Market visit.
Visit: www.tongabezi.com or Tel:+260 213 327450
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The Tree house is one of the elegant houses at Tongabezi. A secluded house set against the basalt rock bed, spreading out over a sustainable pine deck with amazing views of the Zambezi river.
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“ WHITE WATER RAFTING AND BUNGI JUMPING ARE A THRILL SEEKERS PREFERRED ACTIVITY.”
Tongabezi photos are Copyright of Tongabezi, and The River Club Photos are Copyright of The River Club
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TONGABEZI MAIN LODGE �Tongabezi is so closely knitted with the local community that it is
impossible to visit here without understanding the positive impact your presence has on this corner of Africa. You will be touched by the genuine joy and strength of the Zambian people... From the Tujatane children to the staff involvement in spearheading community projects.�
Visit: www.tongabezi.com or tel:+260 213 327450
ZAMBEZI HOUSE Voted by Travel and Leisure Magazine 2010 it is ranked in the Top 3 lodges in Zambia, is in the Top 50 in Southern Africa and amongst the top 500 Hotels in the World. The River Club won the Heritage and Culture Award 2009 given by the Zambia Tourism Board for all the work undertaken within the Livingstone region, and also a member of Wilderness Safaris and part of the ECO LUXURY group of lodges around the world. Visit: www.theriverclubafrica.com or tel: +260213 327457
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The ultimate chill out zone next to the existing Tonga Lounge, dining and cocktail decks. Built right on top of the river zambezi, guests cannot get or feel any closer to the river than when they are staying here.
THE RIVER CLUB Interesting Fact: The Family room is named after an African King, Litunga, the paramount Chief of Zambia who, to this day is the only African leader allowed to wear the uniform of an Admiral of the Fleet of the Royal Navy. Visit: www.theriverclubafrica.com or tel: +260213 327457
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CONFERENCES AND WEDDINGS As a conference destination, the Edwardian style building with 21st Century facilities at The River Club provides complete tranquillity without interruption. For the soon to be weds, you cannot have a more romantic wedding destination as that of The River Club. As a wedding venue you get the combination of Edwardian elegance in an African bush setting, making it the perfect place for that special day. Visit: www.theriverclubafrica.com or tel: +260213 327457
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TECHNOLOGY
Gadget
Must haves For the gadget lovers, we take a look at what the latest gadgets are out and those you should keep an eye on.
GOOGLE GLASSES This highly anticipated piece of technology will allow wearers to have a hands-free technological experience. While you wear the lightweight glasses, you can use your voice to command them to take pictures, record video, send messages, find directions and translate your speech. The glasses connect to the Internet and use Google’s services to create a handsfree smartphone, right in front of your eyes. This product is still under testing by Google, and will be unleashed onto the general public soon.
PEBBLE WRIST WATCH Billed as “the first watch for the 21st century,” the Pebble watch has different faces that you can download and customise. Pebble connects to iphone and Android smartphones using Bluetooth, alerting you with a silent vibration to incoming calls, emails and messages. With apps you can turn the watch into a stopwatch, GPS, mp3 player and computer, to use while you’re on the go. You can pre-order one for $150 online for when more become available. .
PLAYSTATION 4 Sony have only given us a snippet on the details of the PS4. The controller has replaced some buttons with touchscreen technology, and the console now has a share function which lets you record, edit and upload gaming footage and share it online with friends. Industry analysts say that they don’t expect to see one until the E3 gaming expo this June, and will probably be released in December. .
3M STREAMING PROJECTOR 3M Movie Projector from Roku which is an extremely clever bit of kit that will let you enjoy your favourite films on the go. It comes with a streaming stick which you can store your backcatalogue of films but, brilliantly, also allows you to access your movie streaming accounts like NetFlix, LoveFilm and Hulu. It will cost around £200 ($300) so whilst it’s not cheap, it is essential for anyone who travels a lot and wants to take their movies with them.
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SAMSUNG GALAXY S4 Samsung unveiled their new Android phone in New York, and are expecting it to outsell Apple’s products. Among new feature is the Galaxy S4’s remote technology which allows users to control functions without touching the screen. “Smart pause” means people can pause a video by looking away from the screen, while “smart scroll” lets users scroll through emails without touching the screen, the S4 detecting the movements of the eyes and wrist. Users can also change music tracks or accept a call with a simple wave of a hand. The Galaxy S4 came out at the end of April.
3D PRINTER 3D printing is already causing waves, with the technology being used in dozens of industries across the world including clothing, engineering and medicine. It Uses technology which maps out an object, the printers then layer thin slices of plastic - or other materials - on top of each other to create a 3D object. It is hoped that 3D printers can provide cheap and quick production. .
FUJIFILM X100 This retro-styled camera brings together the best of traditional photography and its digital counterpart. With a 16.3MP X-Trans CMOS sensor and on-chip phase detection, the X100S now has a better auto focus speed than previous models. This is supported by a new processor, the ‘EXR Processor II’, which includes a new ‘Lens Modulation Optimiser’ function With an improved user interface and viewfinder, this is a serious camera for serious photographers. It can be bought online for £1,099. .
NVIDEA PROJECT SHIELD This portable gaming device claims to redefine gaming on the go. The Android gadget, with top-of-therange audio and visual quality, lets you play high-quality games away from your home. You can also connect the device to your PC using wifi, so you can play your favourite games without having to get off the couch. It’s still in development, but should be shipping to the USA and Canada in the second half of 2013. Nvidia say they want to ship to other countries, including the U.K., as soon as they can after launch.
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SAMSUNG: INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY SAMSUNG: INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY
It’s something that many have predicted but nobody thought would happen anytime soon. According to IDC, sales of smartphones have surpassed that of feature phones in the first quarter. Samsung is leading the race, with Apple, LG, Huawei and ZTE in the top 5. As well as making it’s mark in the top 5 of smart phones, Samsung seem to have stepped their production into high gear.
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ith the pending release of the Youm, the phone that will literally bend over backwards for ease of use; Samsung have outdone themselves by taking us years ahead with this new innovation. Now if you are not a technophobe, this will mean nothing to you. However the functionality of samsung technology is probably what has gotten the world talking about them. Today you can practically fill your entire house with Samsung technology products from your kitchen appliances, your sound system, TV, Computers and all the way to your mobile phone. It appears that Samsung has also become the corporate world’s choice of brand as there hardly ever seems to be a hotel, conference centre, school and other buildings and establishments that do not use a samsung television for their entertainment display. ApSamsung Flexible screen Youm proximately one in every 4 person, have a piece of technology that is a Samsung brand, weather it be a smart phone, computer, tablet, TV etc. So what is it that is so fascinating about Samsung, it is safe to say that most people are not always so bothered about a gadgets “tech specs” when purchasing it, so if we are 3D LED Smart TV to go with Samsung being so popular because of it’s brilliant technical specifications, we would be lying to our selves, as most consumers mostly look the physical appearance and the standard apps to access, their emails, facebook and twitter easily. This is my take on why I think makes Samsung products so popular. Most Samsung products have ease of use, with mobile phones having easy integration with not only your computer, but your television (Samsung brand) as well. With the Samsung smart TV, you are literally taken into a whole new world of home entertainment as the Samsung TVs let you chat, surf and share from the comfort of your sofa, you can keep in touch with friends and family with the Facebook and Twitter applications and its AllShare capability lets you connect to plenty of other compatible devices, for easier integration and communication. If that was not exciting enough, Samsung launched a series 9 all in one PC (AIO) in January of last year. The most unique feature in Series 9 AIO is the support for 3D. We have seen several AIOs with 3D panels from Sony and HP, but the Series 9 seems to be the first 27”. Samsung’s Series 9 AIO serves well as a space-saving workstation for the home office with its Series 9 All In One PC attractive design and powerful CPU. However, its Blu-ray drive, TV tuner, 3D capability and media remote make it equally suited as a small-screened entertainment centre. After the invention of the smart phone nobody expected the smart TV, let alone the All In One PC; now Samsung brings us the Smart camera. This has to be said, if there was a catwalk exhibition for cameras, the Samsung galaxy camera would be the one chosen to close the show, yes; it is that gorgeous! Let us take a closer look at this camera to which might I add can slightly be mistaken for a phone at first glance. This is basically a good quality camera with a beautiful interface, it acts like an Android smartphone, but features a 16.3-megapixel Samsung Galaxy camera THE GLOBAL ZAMBIAN
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camera with telescopic lens and a host of photo features. Features like the voice control are a great novelty for a camera. You can take a picture by saying one of four commands: “smile”, “cheese”, “capture” or “shoot” as well as directing it to record video or zoom in or out. Not a phone or tablet replacement, but a good quality camera with user-friendly, well-developed software for connecting, sharing and editing on the fly, as well as finding your way around and taking notes and yet another great addition to the Samsung family. Not convinced yet that Samsung are THE electrical and appliance powerhouse of 2013? Let us take a look at the household appliances. If you have ever used/owned a Samsung appliance you will know that they have always offered their customers great performance and style. U.K. residents have been fortunate to be offered a free 5 year parts and labour warranty on all ecoBubble washing machines and G-Series refrigerators. If that does not make you want a Samsung appliance, maybe this will make you need one. A variety of trusted environmental and consumer organisations have praised Samsung’s award winning laundry products for being kinder to the environment, without compromising on wash performance, design or functionality. Their G-Series fridge freezer range maximises your storage space, With up to 400 litres storage space, you can store all your foods and drinks without needing to return to the supermarket earlier than you need to. They say Rome wasn’t built in a day and neither was the Samsung brand; founded in 1938 by Lee Byung-chull in Samsung Town, Seoul, South Korea. Lee Byung-chull started Samsung as a trading company, and after 30 years it was spread into different sectors which included, textiles, food processing, insurance, retail and securities. Towards the end of the 1960s Samsung got Samsung Appliances involved with the electronics industry, and later in the mid-1970s in the shipbuidling and construction industries. Consequently these areas drove the growth of the company. Upon the death of founder Lee Byung-chull in 1987, Samsung was split into four business groups: The Samsung Group, Hansol Group, Shinsegae Group and the CJ Group. Since the 1990s Samsung has increasingly globalised its activities, and electronics, particularly mobile phones and semiconductors, has become its most 1st Ever Samsung PC SPC-100 important source of income. Today consumSamsung headquarters in the late 1930s ers worldwide are enjoying the benefits of Samsungs productivity, which was last recorded to have had 369,000 employees worldwide. The most notable Samsung industrial subsidiary Samsung Electronics was measured by 2012 revenues as the world’s largest information technology company. With over 70 years of sustainable growth, it is no wonder samsung is currently the recepient of many awards, and the people’s choice when it comes to electricals and appliances.
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LEGALTAINMENT: Contracts
“When you sign a contract do you pay attention to what you are signing?”
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Gone are the days when the entertainment industry was seen as a non-lucrative business. With the growth in celebrity culture, countries around the world have seen this as a tool for tourism and large corporations with their savvy advisors have seen this as a great marketing tool; some politicians have used the “celebrity” for their political campaigns, like President Sata with artist Dandy Crazy and President Obama with most of Hollywood royalty from Will Smith to Leonard Nimoy. The entertainment industry has become such a vital part in society, in particular when important matters need to be addressed, most companies and organisations look to people within the entertainment industry in order to boost awareness on what they are campaigning for. So what better time for individuals within the entertainment industry to become savvy and well informed on their legal rights, not just when dealing with large businesses, endorsements, but within the industry itself.
he introduction of self reliance and entrepreneurship has encouraged many people to venture out on their own to start their own business, and that has streamed in to the entertainment business. Following the successes of several artists who have managed to penetrate the industry whilst being independent of a major record label, many other artists have ventured into being “self signed” and other individuals have formed record labels in order to pioneer artists. However as much as this is a good idea if you have a well branded artist and are aware of how to market them, the logistics behind any agreements made seem to fall by the wayside. Many artists in part, get offended at the idea of signing a contract as it comes across as though they are not to be trusted. Much to the contrary. What they do not realise is a contract can be the difference between making a fortune in the long run or losing out on various potential earnings.
Entertainment Business, the law and you!
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moment we purchase an item from a store, we have entered into a contract with the store, giving us the right to return our purchase if found not to be satisfied with it, as long as we have proof of purchase. When communication takes place between two individuals and the other offers a good for sale to the other individual, that is referred to as “Offer and acceptance” according to Wikipedia “Offer
and acceptance analysis is a traditional approach in contract law used to determine whether an agreement exists between two parties. Agreement consists of an offer by an indication of one person (the “offeror”) to another (the “offeree”) of the offeror’s willingness to enter into a contract on certain terms without further negotiations. A contract is said to come into existence when acceptance
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BUSINESS of an offer (agreement to the terms in it) has been communicated to the offeror by the offeree and there has been consideration bargainedfor induced by promises or a promise and performance.� In as much as the standard contractual terms will apply when a verbal agreement is made, and is still admissible in court if the need arises. Written contracts, offer security and safeguards your business and career. The vitality of a contract in what might appear to be a minor issue, might not only have an effect on you financially in the long term, but determines what type of business traffic comes your way. Companies and individuals that put contracts in place when dealing with 3rd parties are likely to be taken more seriously, because you need to remember that a contract not only safeguards you, but it reassures the other party signing it that they will be protected if all goes pear shape, it also shows that you are taking the business transaction seriously enough to have taken the time to look into it thoroughly and secure it by implementing a contractual agreement. With standard terms of law being practiced on contracts in the entertainment industry; it is sub-devided into several areas based on the types of undertakings that apply to them, with their own production techniques, negotiation strategies, rules and customs as well as case law. So it is highly recommended to look into the laws that apply within your country of abode on the following: TELEVISION and RADIO, FILM, MUSIC, PUBLISHING, MULTIMEDIA, THEATRE, VISUAL
ARTS AND DESIGN. The most common clauses that apply in contracts for the mentioned are intellectual property, copyright laws, mechanical rights, and licensing. If you are looking for representation as an artist, DJ, presenter or model, the best manager you can get is a lawyer. Many lawyers have ventured into the entertainment industry not just as part of their job, however some have found themselves managing the acts they were initially representing as lawyers. Some firms actually specialise in lawyer/managers, although in most cases when a lawyer makes a transition to become an acts manager they tend to make a complete transition where a lawyer is hired to replace them or for the most part they are able to assist with legal matters that arise due to their background. If you are not able to obtain legal representation, the internet is full of valuable information right at your fingertips. You can find contracts online that are downloadable, which relate to your particular field, some are free and some require registration and payment. The free ones tend to be short and not cover as much as you need, however the paid ones, will have an extensive list of clauses within your career that you can cover so that you are protected fully. Alternatively talk to friends, the ones attending law school or just graduated are the best choice. Regardless of where you retrieve your contract from, ensure that you do retrieve one and get one printed and signed when entering into any agreement.
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Effycom Productions LTD
ffycom Productions LTD is a multi- award winning and nominated Record Label, PR, Marketing, Branding, A&R, Management and Consultancy company. We consider ourselves to be the new era of PR and Marketing for the entertainment and business sectors, with our flexibility to cater for a vast range of companies from SME’s to Corporate; our aim is to keep the image and creativity, that is eye catching and bold enough to leave a timeless impression on audiences. We aim to be the top go to Euro-Afro Record label with its subsidiaries of PR, Marketing, branding and consultancy all under one roof. We are here to serve you as your global Entertainment and Branding concierge service. We are currently offering bespoke packages for artists; with services ranging from song writing, video production to marketing your finished song. Models are also being offered a bespoke package including, walking, public speaking portfolio photoshoots and more. We provide a high quality branding service for individuals, companies and establishments associated within the entertainment industry as well as for start up businesses and large corporations. This is to ensure that they are well prepared upon being presented to potential clients or the general public. We work closely with various business sectors, including record labels, radio stations, management companies, publishing media, promoters, DJs, advertising firms and more. With an extensive knowledge and experience stretching over 15 years within the entertainment industry, and the marketing sector our specialty is to provide you with a recognisable brand identity and, connect you to the right people within your business sector. Tel:+44(0)75 9720 8710 or +44(0)74 141 4116 (U.K.) +260 973 298725 (ZM) Email: info@effycomproductions.co.uk Web: www.effycomproductions.co.uk
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Graphic design has become a very competitive market, with many talented designers emerging, so how does one stand out?
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3D GRAPHICS BY SKYVOLTEX The creative graphics designer learns his skill by studying the software he uses through reading. Unlike most designers who tend to use tutorials which are handy for improving your skills, however for Cuthbert his preference is to learn from scratch by himself, allowing him to create his own style of designing. “That’s what has helped me stand out because I do things other designers don’t,” he says “I have my own unique approach towards my work and to be honest; I don’t even know how I got to expand my portfolio. People just get interested in my work and give me projects, and that’s how it keeps expanding”
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SKYVOLTEX with Emmanual Mayuka, Zambian national football player on an Airtel advert
Cuthbert spends some of his time networking with fellow designers/animators where he gets to share his knowledge and pick up some ideas as well; as well as regular practice this has served as an aid to improving his skill. Still fresh out of school with his IGCSE certificate, Cuthbert obtained a job with Quicklash, which was for a period of 4 months, when he was offered a job with Inzy advertising but ended up taking the job offer from GroundXero who he has been with for almost a year now. In addition to his job, he also works on numerous private projects. At the age of 16 Cuthbert and his best friend started an animation studio called Gofresh media which played a ma jor role in getting him discovered by GroundXero. Gofresh is in the process of re branding and being set up as a proper business. “I have been fortunate to have supportive parents who have provided opportunities for me”
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All in all Cuthbert works tirelessly “it has taken a lot of hard work and dedication and a lot of hours working and not having much of a social life because every day, I am always trying to learn a new skill and eventually it does pays off.” He says “I recently worked on a private project with Big Brother Africa Director Warren Bleksley and those are the advantages of hard work, you get to connect with different people and learn new things. I am far from the level I want to reach but right now the sleepless nights are paying off.” Cuthbert’s work ethic is certainly to be admired; his focus for someone his age is astounding, and certainly a breath of fresh air and hope for the future generation for employability and entrepreneurship.
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COVER STORY
“I came to Zambia on the last day of the auditions, 20 minutes before the auditions were closed”
Shadrach lungu taking it one step at a time By Selina Nyirenda Photography By Vincent Banda Coat By Chiza Rest of Wardrobe, model’s own
Dream Zambia’s 1st winner Shadrach Lungu L
ast year, Shadrach was among hundreds of contestants who took part in a singing competition that was the first of its kind. Dreams Zambia, is the first singing competition in Zambia to have offered an astounding KR250,000 which Shadrach was fortunate enough to walk away with. I sat down with Shadrach to get an insight on his journey during the competition and the KR250,000 win.
“I believe music is something God ordained me to do,” says Dreams winner Shadrach Lungu. “Music is my passion, said the 27 year old. For me winning is a privilege and also God’s favour. It’s a way for God to say ‘this is what I called you for.’ Music is something I dream, something I eat. Something I believe God ordained for me to do.”
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COVER STORY “I believe music is something God ordained me to do”
He however admitted that despite scooping the grand prize, the competition was quite a challenge saying that it was anyone’s game. As I sat listening to him confidently speak, I realised that it was actually the same poise and determination he exhibited before me that made him the people’s favourite, especially at the grand finale. “Yes the competition was tricky. Everyone was good at what they were doing but we also helped each other when we went into boot camp; but again, every morning and every night I would usually have my devotion during the same boot camp week. So yeah, it was a great experience being part of the competition with so many talented people,” he said. The visibly excited Shadrach recalled how he
nearly lost out on the fortune. “I was in Ethiopia visiting my adoptive parents... Then I saw an advert on Facebook while I was checking for my mail. I told mum about it and she said ‘wow’ you have to go for it; and believe it, I came to Zambia on the last day of the auditions, 20 minutes before the auditions were closed. I was number 187,” explained Shadrach. When asked what inspired him to enter the competition, the Season One Dreams Zambia winner quickly dismissed that he was prompted to enter the competition because of the prize money but rather believed that it was a conviction of destiny. In his usual dignified manner, Shadrach revealed that he intended to invest his winnings in revamping his music studio on the Copperbelt as
COVER STORY well as into other business ventures which he hoped would benefit the up-and-coming artistes in the country. Born and bred on the Copperbelt, Shadrach, the oldest in a family of two, also has a degree in Theology and Music; he formed a band called “The Ephesians Project” soon after graduating from University in 2006. Shadrach believes that the seven-man band played a huge role in his music career; they currently have two albums titled “Silent Loud Voice” and “Abana Bankondo Reloaded” and is yet to work on a solo project. Having spent a number of years in the music industry, the gospel artist paid tribute to some of the seasoned musicians that he has rubbed shoulders with along the way. “The time we were in South Africa in 2010, we shared the stage with Don Moen, Rebecca Malope, Cece Winans and Kirk Franklin. I have also worked with Zambian musicians like Cactus, Shyman and Shimasta.” Shadrach disclosed.
Shadrach is currently in a committed relationship, and the not so available bachelor is currently in the studio recording a 12 track contemporary album. Dreams was Zambia’s biggest music reality show aimed at discovering Zambia’s next musical sensation from across the country. The show attracted hundreds of participants from Lusaka, Livingstone, Kitwe, and Chipata, all of whom were gunning for the KR250,000 prize money. Season Two of the competition is set to be launched soon. The organisers have already announced it on their social media sites such as Facebook. We look forward to interviewing the next winner of Dreams Zambia, and it was a such a pleasure interviewing Shadrach, we are loving his spread as our first ever cover boy, we wish him all the best in his music career from the entire TGZ team, and we shall continue following his journey.
“The time we were in South Africa in 2010, we shared the stage with Don Moen, Rebecca Malope, Cece Winans and Kirk Franklin.”
MUSIC MaTTERS
Zambian music has come through leaps and bounds in the last decade, with artists coming out almost every year, the home grown talent has gained recognition on the international scene as well as Zambian artists in the diaspora bringing in something different into Zambian music.
ALBUM LaUNCHES Petersen zagaze: job 13:13
“Keep silent and let me speak; then let come to me what may.” That is the verse that reads from the title of Petersen’s Job 13:13 album which was released on the 9th of July 2012. A controversial album to say the least, but thoroughly entertaining. Petersen holds no punches at addressing issues within the Zambian society that some have been more than happy to stay content with and keep mum. Not one to shy away from controversy through truth telling in his music, one of the most talked about tracks from the album ‘Amakwebo mu Church’ were he points out the activities such as the buying and selling of items in the church, which according to the Christian religion is forbidden. Controversy or not Petersen is one of the greatest talents to come out of Zambia, offering informative yet catchy music to listeners around the world, a 1st class entertainer and well deserved of the album tour that was sponsored by Zamtel, and Muvi TV. Job 13:13 is available as a CD purchase as well as online on Petersen’s reverbnation. The downside is that it is not available on the digital stores such as iTunes, Spotify and Amazon. An entertaining listen, we give this album a 9/10. Find Petersen at www.facebook.com/petersenzagaze
Pompi: mizu
Mizu (roots) was one of the most anticipated albums of the year, released on 8th December 2012, Pompi had started off by giving his fans and music lovers a taste of what was to come with songs like chipolopolo , make up and nipempela. The Lotahouse artist who straddles rap and singing, has a soothing approach with his lyrical style. Calm yet to the point, you will automatically find yourself agreeing with most of the points he puts emphasis on, perhaps too calm in parts, that you can easily drift away. As a Gospel artist, he ensures to stick to the message whilst continuing to entertain you through the mixture of Afro, reggae and acoustics sounds. An album that has gotten many to have new found love for gospel music and one we definitely recommend. Mizu can be purchased on iTunes and other major digital stores as well as sounds and itsretunes. We give this album an 8/10. Find Pompi at www.facebook.com/Pompi.Lotahouse
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Mag44 yet another talent from the Lotahouse family recently released his debut album titled Jijue. The album features tracks like the hit Vichani, Shipikisha Club and Me I beat ft Esther phiri. Mag44 is a gospel rapper hip extraordinaire, who knows how to relay his message whilst keeping the listener entertained. This might be down to being under the same label, but the production style does not differ much from Pompi’s Mizu album. Nevertheless, we still can’t get enough of Mag44, we are looking forward to seeing which single from the album he shall be releasing next, in the meantime you can get copies of his album from sounds, and iTunes. We give this album an 8/10. You can find Mag44 at www.facebook.com/Mag4four May/June 2013
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OTHER RELEaSES Princess jazz: New single ‘reaching for the stars’
Princess Jazz is a U.K. based young artist with a flair of maturity. With her new single release on May 31st, it looks like U.K. Zambian artists are making their mark on the music scene. “Reaching for the Stars” is the title of the single and a Remix accompanied by a music video is expected in July/ August 2013. You can find Jazz at www.facebook.com/officialjazz
Elaka & petersen: new single ‘my number one’ Elaka the entertainer and lyricist who manages to write a catchy hook almost every time she puts pen to paper. The U.K. based singer is currently on her 2nd single titled Osanidoba, Elaka shows no signs of slowing down as we exclusively give you the cover art to her next single with Zambia’s top dancehall artist Petersen. The single’s release date has not be published yet however it is expected it sometime in the early part of June. The track, titled My Number one is a mid tempo reggaeton afrozouk sounding track that listeners of all ages are sure to enjoy. You can find Elaka on www.elaka.co.uk
Katongo temba: ep ‘my way’ Katongo Temba, beautiful with a sultry voice that simply puts a smile on your face is another U.K. based Zambian artist. Her EP titled My Way made its debut last year. She has since released Tonight her hit single from the EP which has received critical acclaim. Currently working on new material, fans of Katongo are excited to hear what she has for them next. You can find katongo at www.facebook.com/KatongoMusic
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TV and Cinema news with upcoming shows and movies around the world
WHAT’S ON
Tv The most talked about drama in Zambia since The Kabananas. Love Games is part of the Safe Love campaign designed to increase HIV awareness, promote behaviour change to stop the spread of HIV in Zambia. The message it sends is resounding, and the drama it brings, keeps you glued to the screen. Love Games season one has come to a close with an emotional ending, and fans around are anxious to see the revelations in season 2. Love Games can be viewed on YouTube for all those that have missed it, or for those that are yet to be entertained by the captivating series. Game of Thrones, is The Lord Of The Rings of TV but better. Several families fighting for one throne. Set on the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos. It deals with several issues of social heirachy and touches on the many things we see today such as, war, crime and punishment, religion etc. Currently in its 3rd season, its huge following will be happy to know it has been renewed for a 4th season due to air in 2014.
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Ready For Marriage aka R4M is the Zambian reality show that sees couple heading for wedded bliss, but not before proving that they are ready. Are some in it just for the cameras or is it really true love. Entertaining and educational as you get to observe the participating couples struggle with the responsibilities that will come with getting married. BET Reality show The Sheards graced the BET International screens only a couple of weeks ago and already,fans are hooked. The life of a minister and his all singing gospel family with one child that is in danger of back sliding(or has he already?) Catch the Sheards every Sunday on BET.
COMING SOON Fans of 24 will be ecstatic as Jack Bauer returns to the small screen for a “limited series”. Fox Entertainment announced that The new series, called 24: Live Another Day shall be in a series of 12 episodes. This has left some questions if the real time of 24 shall really be 24 in 12 episodes. Nonetheless the announcement has had an astounding reaction much to actor Kiefer Sutherlands delight who said: “The response to 24 is unlike anything I have ever experienced as an actor before.” 24 is expected to air on Fox next year May.
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Film Tony Stark aka Iron Man is back, and the villains seem to get bigger and badder. With the return of Colonel James Rhodes(Don Cheadle). Tony Stark is seen fighting a terrorist called The Mandarin, you would think with a name matching a citrus fruit, there would be nothing to be frightened of. Unfortunately The Mandarin is behind Tony Starks world falling apart, which sends him on a path of revenge and the rebuilding of his life. Iron Man is currently available at most Theatres worldwide.
COMING SOON Despicable me is back with yet what is expected to be another fun packed hilarious movie for the family. The odd ball of a scientist returns with Steve Carrel lending the voice of Gru, the mad scientist who has managed to manufacture himself even more minion and girls? Whatever else he has up his sleeve we are sure to be sent home with sore stomach muscles from all the laughter from what the second instalment has to offer. Despicable Me is expected in Theatres this Summer.
The fast and furious gang are back in yet another instalment of the fast cars and tons of eye candy in the form of Vin Diesel, Paul walker, Tyrese and Dwayne Johnson(The Rock). This time Agent Luke Hobbs(Dwayne Johnson) enlists Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and his team to bring down former Special Ops soldier Owen Shaw. Fast Six is currently opening in theatres around the world. The Butler is a historic drama of Cecil Gains who served eight presidents as the White House’s head butler from 1952 to 1986, based on the reallife of Eugene Allen. Starring an all star cast including Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, Robin Williams, Cuba Gooding Jr, Terrence Howard and many more. The movie is already receiving critical acclaim, (do we smell an Oscar?)And with the return of Oprah Winfrey on the big screen. This one is a must watch. The Butler will be released on August 16th 2013 (US). THE GLOBAL ZAMBIAN
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2012 Olympics team youngest ever 07 Zambian Zambia competed at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London,
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A year to remember
Like the United Kingdom, 2012 was an eventful year for Zambia. Right from the beginning of the year all the way to the end, there was always something happening that had the world talking. 01
Chipolopolo AFCON 2012 Win
February 2012,had the entire world saying or trying to pronounce Chipolopolo, as Zambia’s national team paid homage to the previously deceased Gabon flight national team victims upon their win at the finals of the Africa Cup Of Nations, against finalists Ivory coast. A huge triumph for Zambia and a bittersweet victory in Libreville, Gabon. A moment that can never be forgotten.
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Levy Mwanawasa Stadium opened
What a delight it was to see a stadium of its stature erected in Zambia, Named after the late president Mwanawasa, the multi-purpose stadium holds a capacity of 44,000 people and is currently the home of the Zambian national team. It couldn’t have been opened at a better time as its first international game was a world cup qualifier between Zambia and Ghana which resulted in a 1-0 to Zambia.
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Like the Brit Awards, American Music Awards, and South African Music Awards the 1st Ever Zambian Music awards were announced in October of 2012. An exciting time for the Zambian music industry as the awards which without a doubt will spearhead the acknowledgment of Zambian music in an official capacity like other countries have been doing for years.
Mama Betty Kaunda’s passing
Zambia’s first ever First Lady Mama Betty Kaunda passed on at the age of 84 on the 18th of September 2012 in Harare Zimbabwe whilst visiting her daughter. Considered the mother of the nation, Mama Betty Kaunda as most called her, worked behind the scenes as she preferred to contribute quietly. The matriarch of many organisations and projects in, Zambia; She shall truly be missed,but her work shall live on.
Dreams Zambia launched
The first ever music competition of its kind in Zambia was held last year with a prize fund of KR 250 000. Zambia’s biggest music reality show Zambia has ever had, Dreams has opened up another gateway that the Zambian music industry needs, and a means of encouraging the youth on the employability the music industry currently has to offer.
Christopher Katongo, captain of the Zambian national team was the 2012 BBC African Footballer of the Year award recepient, beating out stiff competition from Demba Ba, Didier Drogba, Younes Belhanda and Yaya Toure. This made him the first winner from southern Africa in the history of the award The humbled sportsman said”This means a lot for the young people and the young players who look up to me. I could not have achieved this without the support of my teammates.” Yet another victory to be added to Zambian sport.
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alongside Hossam El Badry of Egyptian club Al Ahly and Joseph Marius Omog, coach of Cameroonian club AC . The award ceremony which was held in Accra Ghana, honoured the 44 year old coach with this award for his great work as coach of the Zambian National team. He lead the team to their AFCON victory against favourites to win Ivory coast, and slewing Ghana and Senegal along the way. Making Zambia the football underdog story that will be told in years to come.
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UN Secretary general Ban Ki-moon’s Zambian visit
08 Ban Ki-Moon the UN secretary General paid a visit to Zambia, his plight on
the respect of human rights with his mention on gay and lesbian individuals to be respected equally caused a stir in the country. Perhaps a misunderstanding on the part of the Zambian people as human rights does not exclude indivuals based on their lifestyle choice. Ban Ki-moon’s visit was the first state visit of a UN Secretary General to Zambia and the first of his visits to Africa since he began his second term.
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10 Former president of the United States, George Bush paid a rare visit to Zambia imploring citizens to support
women’s health care. He was in attendance during the handover of Ngungu Health Centre which was refurbished with the aid of his foundation. As he officially opened the clinic, A lady in Mukobeko township, Ruth Sichali, gave birth to a baby boy and named him George. Upon receiving this information, Mr Bush paid the young lady and her new born a visit. An aaawww moment for the mother and child indeed.
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A man & His guitar Zambia has a lot of ordinary people living what seems like ordinary lives, but how they live their lives is what make them extraordinary.
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is index and middle fingers are wrapped with a soft form of aluminium, and his fingers become a blur as he strums his guitar, filling the air with the upbeat rhythm of his African guitar. Even when people approach him he is unperturbed and plays on with the same look of joy on his face. An open guitar case lies at his feet and there are kwacha notes of different denominations held down by a spanner.
Carnesius Michelo rises early and is on the pavement with his guitar by 10am daily and he has been playing at the same spot since 2007. He was born in Monze, to peasant farmer parents, and is the third child among five. He was born a healthy child but as he grew older his sight began to fail him, by the time he reached grade four he was completely near sighted and could not take part in any of the activities that his fellow children and siblings could. Being unable to see resulted in him spending most of the time alone and that is when he started to look within for other ways to be useful. His father owned a small battery powered radio that Carnesius spent time listening to. Being of Catholic faith, he listened to gospel and P.K Chishala and in time he had a
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friend in his village make a ‘Banjo’ for him and he started mimicking what he heard. Carnesius fell in love with music and it was only a matter of time before he became popular in his village. Despite his obvious talent, his family failed to continue taking care of him and that was when he made the decision to move to Lusaka. Blind and with nobody but a young nephew to rely on Carnesius struggled through his first days in Lusaka and that was when he made his first move. He appeared on ZNBC’s Kwacha Good Morning Show with his banjo and traditional melodies and he requested for well-wishers to assist him in any way they could. Mr Sinkala in the ZNS band donated a guitar to him, and that was how he found himself with a guitar playing for whoever would listen. Carnesius Michelo plays 8 hours daily at the same spot and it is not all rosy, the Zambian weather is at times too harsh and people are not always kind. On some days he earns Kr15 - Kr25 and on his good days he earns Kr75-Kr150. People either ignore him or give but still he plays on. Sometimes he plays at his church or he is called by people who enjoy his
Photo credits Kandi Siame, Words By Kandi Siame
The unemployment levels in Lusaka leave much to be desired and the result is many people are living below the poverty line. Many of them have a disability or do not possess the required educational qualifications to find a job. In the end, many resort to begging in order to meet a few of their basic needs. This is the scene every day in Lusaka along Cairo road. There are different kinds of people who ask for alms but outside food fair there is a particular man who stands out.
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particular genre. He lives in Chawama with his wife and two children now. Through interaction one realises that Carnesius Michelo considers himself as a musician and actually enjoys his music. His songs are about Christianity and focus on social awareness with lessons in social issues. The message is either direct or wrapped in a folktale and he sings in Bemba and Tonga. The divisions in society are many and whilst there is development in some areas, some people continue to suffer and live below the poverty line. Who is it up to in this case to improve one’s standard of living; is it a personal choice to use a skill to generate some form of income or is it the government that must make the economic environment conducive for all to thrive. Are people like Carnesius Michelo musicians or simply beggars with guitars? Regardless of the circumstance, it is possible to make the most of a situation and improve one’s life.
Carnesius is available for bookings Contact: +260 978 964620
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INSPIRATIONAL
INSPIRATIONAL FIGURE
EMELI SANDE She has been labelled Aretha’s Scottish sister, has got the world talking about her debut album ‘Our Version of Events,’ and she beat the Beatles record for consecutive weeks in the top 10. Emeli sande is this month’s Inspirational figure.
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n hearing the news of her beating the Beatles record of 62 weeks in the charts Emeli said: “I’m completely lost for words and this is something I could only have dreamed of. The Beatles are the greatest band of all time and their legacy lives on and continues to inspire all of us that make music. I’m so happy that so many people have connected with the stories and the songs on the record, this really is our version of events now. I’d like to say thank you to everyone that has bought, played or shared my music in the last year, without your support this would never have been possible.” She is the girl next door, with a certain appeal to her, seems quiet upon observation but comes alive as she graces the stage and
year. And if that was not all, at only 26 Emeli has succeeded in taking over British music icons the Beatles with her album maintaining its position in the top 10 Official U.K. Album Charts for 63 weeks breaking their record which was previously held at 62 weeks, a record that was held for almost 50 years with their album ‘Please Please Me’ between 1963 and 1964. On speaking to SBTV Emeli Emeli holding her Critics Choice Brit award thanked her Zambian roots for influencing her musical talents. “At home, Dad always spoke of a relative in Zambia, either his auntie or his grandmother, who used to go into these musical trances. She’d be busy cooking and then suddenly start singing. He’d say I
“I’m so happy that so many people have connected with the stories and the songs on the record, this really is our version of events now” begins to straddle her fingers on the piano, her richly textured voice sets a room to a stand still, as you can feel the emotion in the tone and hear it in her lyrics.
reminded him of her because I’d start singing and that would be it until the end of the night. So I feel that side of me comes from my Zambian ancestry.”
Her album ‘Our Version Of events’ was the U.K.’s biggest selling debut of 2012, and was the only album to sell a million copies in Britain last
The mail online U.K. labelled her Aretha’s Scottish soul sister as Emeli has not had to involve her private life
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Emeli was the biggest winner of the night at the 2012 MOBO awards winning 3 awards
The girl next door, with a real flair for music
Our Version of Events the only album to have sold 1 million copies in Britain last year
“I have just finished a song with Cher Lloyd, called Lifetime, for her new album. I have another on Leona Lewis’s next album and one that has been recorded by Susan Boyle. That’s probably my proudest moment. Susan recorded my song, called This Will Be The Year, last week, for her next album. There is another called River, which I am hoping she’s going to record. —Emeli Sandé
and has kept it away from prying eyes and the media. She has made great achievements with her music career without the need of exploiting her sexuality. With the recent double win at the Ivor Novello song writing awards, Emeli’s Her platinum blonde mo hoc has trophy cabinet is filling up by become Emeli’s trademark look the minute. Her hit song ‘Next To Me’ was named best song musically and lyrically, and also won the prize for most performed work. Her Ivor Novello awards join her other awards namely her Critics Choice Brit Award, best British female and British album Brit Awards, best album, best female and best R&B/soul MOBO awards, and many more exceeding a total of 17 awards under her belt. Emeli’s award success only comes after accomplishing several work with a number of artists which include Cher
Lloyd, Parade, Susan Boyle, Gabrielle, Preeya Kalidas, Rihanna, Leona Lewis, Alesha Dixon, Cheryl Cole, Tinie Tempah, Ella Henderson and Mutya Keisha Siobhan. This was a result of her publishing deal with EMI Music Publishing, and in 2010, was signed to Virgin on a record deal. Away from the music Emeli dedicates her time to charity and is an ambassador for the Prince’s Trust. Last year she handed over proceeds from ticket sales of her Live at the Royal Albert Hall concert to the Prince’s trust which gives financial support to disadvantaged youngsters in the U.K. Emeli’s career success comes as a result of good morals and a belief in herself and her talent. Her value for education has without a doubt had an impact on her work ethic, making her a deserving candidate for all the accolades she is receiving today. A 21st century music icon, role model and certainly an inspiration figure.
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Zambia is a rich and vibrant country, full of strong and amazing people going about their everyday lives, NEW BOOK SHOWCASES ESSENCE OF LIFE IN ZAMBIA Former rake resident launches photography volume PETERSFIELD, HAMPSHIRE- April 19, 2013 – Scenes from everyday life throughout Zambia are the subject of a new book of documentary photographs recently published by a former Rake resident. Postcards from Zambia by Dr Peter Langmead aims to showcase the nation in a positive light, highlighting people and society from all corners of the African country. “Zambia is a rich and vibrant country, full of strong and amazing people going about their everyday lives,” explained Dr Langmead. “My aim was to capture that essence of the heart of Zambia, for two reasons: firstly to counter the West’s all-too-often negative view of Africa, and secondly to try to provide a benchmark for recording society for the benefit of Zambia.” The 95-page book features 77 stunning photographs taken by Dr Langmead during his travels around Zambia and reflecting almost 40 years working as a development consultant. Continued...
PHOTOGRAPHY Continued from page 46... The book also features an introduction that explores the parallels between the history of Zambia and that of photography, which share some intriguing milestones. The camera first arrived in what is now called Zambia with David Livingstone’s expedition of 1858-64, and Victoria Falls was first photographed in 1892. When Zambia achieved Independence in 1964, the world was beginning to develop colour photography. Dr Langmead hopes the book will inspire a new generation of budding Zambian photographers to take up documentary photography and ensure that the life of the country is chronicled for posterity. Dr Langmead grew up in Rake and Petersfield, and attended Ardingly School in Sussex before embarking on a 40-year career in international development that has encompassed photography, film making and consultancy across Africa and Asia. Dr Langmead will be signing Postcards from Zambia at One Tree Books in Lavant Street, Petersfield, from 10am to noon on Saturday, April 20. The book is also available from www.amazon.co.uk. The images are also being toured as an exhibition in Zambia, and can be viewed at www. peterlangmead.com, and on www.facebook.com/ postcardsfromzambia Postcards from Zambia is published by Langmead & Baker Ltd. ISBN 978-9982-896-02-3. Price: £10.
Capturing the essence of the Zambian people. (Above)a bicycle is a regular form of transport in particular the most rural parts of Zambia, and is seen here as their respective owners utilise them for various tasks such as carrying goods, a water can etc. (Right) Western style looking pub, showing a mixture of cultures smoking on a pipe and spotting a cowboy hat, the gentleman on the left completes the western look with his attire, whilst the one on the left looks pleasantly surprised to have his picture taken.
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Postcards from Zambia: By Dr. Peter Langmead
Photo credits and words by, Langmead & Baker Ltd
These astonishing photographs immediately take you back to the pre-technology Zambia, when there was a certain freshness in the air that exuded purity and innocence.
(Left) Dr Peter Langmead signs his book Postcards from Zambia, in Lusaka (Below) Peter Langmead, right, signs his book Postcards from Zambia, at One Tree Books in Petersfield on April 20
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PHOTOGRAPHY Photo credits Kreative Kingdom
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Kreative Kingdom: Photography By Vincent Banda Portrait photography is one of Vincent’s specialities. Capturing his subjects in what appears to be a vulnerable moment and telling a whole new story all together.
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(Left, above left and above) R&G held event fantasia showcased breath taking displays of strength and balance, unbelievable flexibility and trust, as well as the elegance of Caitlin playing her violin in the air. (Opposite page) A mother daughter portrait photoshoot
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incent Banda is a sales advisor and passionate freelance photographer based in Lusaka. His photography stretches to portrait, beauty, fashion, weddings and events. His ability to capture his subjects in a light that immediately catches your attention “I used to love art when I was in Junior high; when I discovered photography I found I could recreate the creative ideas on camera. A lot of photographers in Zambia attach their names to Vincent Banda self portrait their photography and creative media agencies but I chose to call mine ‘Kreative Kingdom’’ as a way of reminding myself to think outside the box when putting together a photo shoot themes and concepts and my aim is to bring creative ideas to life with an artistic feel.
I used to love art when I was in Junior high; when I discovered photography I found I could recreate the creative ideas on camera.
Real life
LIVING WITH HIV H
IV and AIDS is a sensitive subject in most parts of the globe. Many assume once they have contracted the virus, it is the end of the world for them, when in actual fact it is simply a change of lifestyle. Places like Zambia and other 3rd world countries in particular, have struggled with the stigma that comes with contracting the virus, making it very difficult for individuals to openly speak about it or share with close family and friends on the effects the virus has had on them. In some cases the emotional effects have been rather severe, with individuals committing suicide to denial, or making no effort in caring about their wellbeing and simply plunging into a carefree lifestyle without consideration on taking precautionary measures, therefore putting more people at risk. Others tend to seclude themselves and completely withdraw from the community, alienating themselves from friends and family. With the aid of individuals and organisations providing information and means of educating people of the dangers of HIV and how to take precautionary measures if one is infected with the virus. More people are willing to seek counselling, moral support and medical support to enable them to live a healthy normal lifestyle. The Global Zambian Magazine have been following the journeys of several individuals living with HIV and their stories are something our readers can surely not only be inspired by, but learn from. We spoke to Paul Banda, some of you might have spotted him in the MTV documentary back in 2010 titled ‘Me Myself and HIV’; this is Paul’s story:
also liked and was good at drawing and painting which took up most of my free time as a kid. Tables turned for the worse in early 2003 when I started experiencing chest pains. We visited a few doctors and their diagnosis was pneumonia. I was treated for pneumonia and I got better but a few weeks later I started feeling the pain again. We got deeply concerned so went to seek advice from a different doctor at a government clinic this time. I took sputum tests for tuberculosis (TB) but the results were negative. This did not stop the doctor from prescribing TB treatment for 6 months because he was convinced without a doubt that what I was exhibiting were symptoms of TB. At the end of those 6 months I was back to my old self feeling healthy again.
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am the last child in a family of nine with most of my older siblings being either half brothers or half sisters but that has
I was scared of what the results might be and what the future could be like after knowing.
never made us look at each other in any lesser way. I have
4 beautiful sisters and 4 handsome brothers. I was raised by
In 2004, unfortunately the tuberculosis relapsed and I was
a single mum after my dad passed on in 1994 a few months
put on medication for the 2nd time. I did not take it seriously
before I turned five years old. My mother was the strongest
that I had a relapse but mum seemed to know / presume
and best woman I had ever known. She passed on in November
something that I did not. When I was close to finishing the
of 2004 when I was fifteen.
treatment, mum sat me down and told me about how I could be HIV positive. It was at this time that mum told me that she
Throughout my childhood, I struggled with on and off diseases.
was HIV positive and had known for some time. The only way
Fevers, thrush, boils and sores were a part of my day to day life.
I was going to know was by taking an HIV test. Looking back
I thought it was normal and the fact that I had an extra caring
on my childhood, I needed answers. Mum said it would make
mother plus being the last child I got most of the attention so
her happy if I took the test so I did it because that is all I ever
recovery was an easy thing. She was and still is my source of
wanted for her. I was scared of what the results might be and
inspiration and courage to endure through life’s circumstances.
what the future could be like after knowing.
I grew up listening to music and fell in love with it at a very
The results came in and they were positive. For the first time
tender age which has led me to this career path as a musician. I
in my life I felt this weight on me that I had never felt before. I
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TAKE CARE Understand the Risk Factors for HIV Infection • • • • •
Do not participate in unprotected sexual intercourse Try to abstain from sexual activities Do not reuse needles or syringes Talk to your partner about past and present sexual history Seek treatment if you think you have been exposed to other STDs, such as gonorrhea, syphilis, or chlamydia.
Take Precautions to Avoid HIV Infection •
was withdrawn for a while and it took some time to accept my
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status. My CD4 count was really low so I was immediately put on antiretroviral treatment which I have been on for the past 8 years and some months now. I lost my mum around the same time I began treatment. I have always believed that everything happens for a reason
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Once you are aware of your personal risk for contracting HIV, it is essential to use that information to protect yourself and others Do not use intravenous drugs that are not prescribed by your physician Do not abuse alcohol or recreational drugs Practice abstinence or safe sex Get tested if you become pregnant Ask a health professional about other HIV prevention strategies
so I decided to take control and just live life like HIV never happened to me. I had to stop worrying about death because it is every human beings fate so why not make the most of the time I have. I know now that it was passed on to me at birth or through breastfeeding and at this point I can say I have lived with the virus for 23 years and some months now. In conclusion, I thought sharing my story can uplift someone’s spirit and help them stand on their feet again because I know what HIV can do to a person. With the stigma that surrounds it, I stepped up and began my fight by sharing my story with
If you may be at risk of HIV, it is essential that you get tested. There are numerous places you can go to be tested for HIV. These include your local health department, doctor’s office, hospital, special testing centres, community clinics, or even in your home via a personal test
Never make an exception to safety precautions in HIV prevention. A single incident of unprotected sex or intravenous drug use can transmit the virus, which can develop into AIDS
the world in a reality documentary film called “Me, Myself and HIV” in 2010 which has been shown on many television channels. No person should be treated any different just because they have HIV. The future is too far to act in case of HIV. Let us love and care for those that are infected because we are all affected and must protect ourselves from further infections.
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TGZ | STYLE
THANDIE NEWTON
Style Icon
Words By Ethel Gondwe
We have selected Thandie Newton as this month’s style icon as she exudes grace, both on and off screen, is a great role model, and philanthropist, has an impeccable fashion sense, and she has a small tie to our beloved Zambia. On being asked a question by Nigel Slater host of A Taste of My Life, Series 4 (BBC Two, 4 June 2008), Thandie answered: “Actually I don’t know how my mum and dad managed to do this. But we lived in Zambia, and my mum was pregnant with me. And I was born on a two-week trip back to London, and then we went back to Zambia and my brother was born there. And we ended up coming to England finally when I was three years old.” (Left) In Temperley London lace, Jimmy Choo Koko sandals and Sofia Coppola for Louis Vuitton Slim Suede Asphalt Clutch (Right) In patent leggins and oversized blazer (Below) in Issabelle Ramant
Get Thandie’s look on the next page
(Left) Golden-Globes Giles Spring 2013 mini dress (Right)At the Elle Style Awards 2011 in a Louis Vuitton Spring 2011 purple halter floral detailed dress, black strappy sandals, and gold Soffia Coppola for Louis Vuitton Asphalt clutch.
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Get The Look
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handie was at the World Sports Awards 2012 were she was styled by Cheryl Konteh. She wore an Osman Resort 2012 long dress, and paired it with a Roger Vivier nonsense clutch, Solanje
Azagury-Partridge tasselled earrings and a pair of Charlotte Olympia Carmen Wedges. She looked absolutely stunning and so can you.
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long red side sleeve dress from Violet Blessings, the black chanel clutch from Mud boutique, Spiral earrings with colourful diamantÊ also from Mud boutique and these lovely cork wedge heels with patent black and peep toes from Violet Blessings. Weather you’re attending a wedding or a red carpet you are sure to stand out in this red number.
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5 Must Haves in a man’s closet Like actor Lance Gross (pictured below) at the NAACP Image awards, he most certainly used his closet must have. We took at look at one of our favourite mens’ clothing stores Markham and we found just the selection for you Words By Chali Simukonda
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For the face: (1)MAC facial moisturiser, acts as a primer and a good way to ensure that your skin remains glowing throughout the evening. (2)Sleek makeup to powder
foundation, cover up any blemishes and add a natural matt to your look. For the eyes: (3)MAC deepdark brunette veluxe brow liner. (4)If you’re a fan of lashes the Sleek rag-doll lashes are slim and give you that natural eyelash look. (5)MAC Pigment a concentrated loose colour powder eyeshadow in Tan and Blue Brown to give the slight smokey eye corners. (6)The Revlon Liquid colourstay eyeliner, and (7)Revlon grow luscious plumping mascara. For the lips: (8)Revlon super lustrous lipstick in sky line pink, blended to (9)Bobbi Brown rum raisin lipliner. Finishing touches: Add the (10)Sleek rose gold blusher lightly to make your cheeks glow and (11)Sleek Glo bronzer to add that sunkissed glowing natural finish. The paps will not get enough of you as they couldn’t with Teyonah.
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Something that never misses with super star Usher is his ability to look sleek and well groomed; and that is exactly what you need to be aiming for, when it comes to the red carpet. Men don’t like spending too much time grooming themselves so we kept it simple. A clean haircut, trimmed well in the edges. We recommend to have a (1)Diane brush in your collection, the bristles enable you to smoothly brush the hair to a neat finish. Add some (2)Motions hair and scalp moisturiser, and for that added sheen, apply (3)Olive Creme hair dress. For the face, you cannot go wrong with the Nivea men’s products and the (4)face scrub, which can exfoliate your skin and get rid of any dead skin, Note: do not rub your face dry as most men do, simply pat it dry, to avoid skin irritation. Apply the (5)rehydrating moisturiser massaging gently into the skin and finish the look with a touch of (6) Nivea men’s lip balm, and you are ready to face those cameras.
LIFESTYLE
IMAGE CONSULTANCY Words By Chali Simukonda
The phrase “first impression’s always best� is widely known and is one phrase that should not be taken lightly. This is true as people around us and society in general will judge us based on how we look before they hear what we have to say or know about our status or qualifications.
ing clients on optimum utilization of their personal resources like wardrobe, grooming practices, behavioural skills, and communication in order to achieve their goals in every role that they play in life.
Our appearance, behavAn Image Consultant offers iour and body language Our appearance is the various services to different clican affect our credibility, ents suiting their budget, goals, first thing immediately capabilities, and the perception and willingness to commit to a others might have of us. When obvious to others certain amount of time. These used properly our clothing and services include the following: grooming act as a resourceful tool that will help body analysis, style analysis, make-up analysis, us achieve personal and professional success. wardrobe analysis, personal shopper, fashion Image is what speaks the loudest before ever advice, women and men make overs. having the chance to say a word at all. When we first meet someone, we have 3 seconds to Services of Image Consultants are not restricted present a powerful personal or professional only to public figures but also ordinary citizens appearance. It is within this time frame that who wish to improve their personal, profesour observer will use their "gut feeling" to judge sional and social life. As uneasy as it is to have us. This can be called The Power of the Glance. a makeover, we must not forget that change is Since most people base first impressions on "the vital in all forms of our individual and social power of the glance," it is imperative to have a development. With the internet age, getting an striking appearance or an image that best relates image makeover, whether it is your business or to your individuality, credibility and personality. self, you can be rest assured that all the information you need to improve your image is right at In a competitive marketplace and society a great your fingertips, so go out there, be bold and darimage is essential to achieving success, both in ing and get a makeover. the business and social aspects of our lives. Our appearance is the first thing immediately obvious to others, however; it is one situation factor that we can control. For this reason individuals known as Image Consultants are there to provide help to those who wish to have a more effective personal or professional appearance. Image Consulting is helping people manage their image to have a more rewarding personal, professional, and social life. It deals with guid-
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TGZ | STYLE
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That is what the other colours of the palette should be feeling this year as emerald green has been appointed the pantone colour of 2013. With Global warming causing quite a stir in our environment, going green has become rather fashionable. Written by: Ethel Gondwe
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hen you think of green, you think of nature, you think of grass, or the face of a person that cannot hack the sea. Rarely does green come to mind when fashion is the topic of discussion. However this year all seems to be changing for greener pastures, you can say. With homes being redecorated to green, clothing, accessories and the list goes on. If this much effort was implemented into the plight against global warming there would certainly be less toxins roaming the air, but you never know; green making its mark might encourage more people to go green not only with fashion but with the environment as well.
Actors, Robert Pattinson and Ryan Gosling: going green on the red carpet
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Marc Jacobs: Small venetia bowling bag. For work or play, this little number will carry all your beauty products and keep you stylish at the office.
Complete your ensemble with this Gemfields matching Zambian Emerald earring and necklace set designed by Svetla. Take a look at more Zambian emerald jewellery on page 80
Kolo: Mens layered cardi blazer, for the smart casual look. Dondup: Single breasted blazer to add to a print trousers or pencil skirt.
“”We are loving this KENZO contrast print trousers, easily put together with a black blouse and the Dondup single breasted blazer ”
The dress is always greener on the red carpet Stars spotted on the red carpet wearing a variety of green inspired gowns. L to R. Pippa Middleton, Angelina Jolie, Rachel Weisz, and Gwynth Paltrow
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ot to leave the men out R&B singer Lloyd was spotted in green on the green carpet at the BET awards 2011. 2 years before green was named the pantone colour of the year. The “Dedication to My Ex (Miss That)” singer is wearing a not so conventional red carpet ensemble,nevertheless he managed to pull it off quite well. Other male celebrities spotted in green have been actors Ryan Gosling, and Robert Pattinson. As emerald green continues to make its mark in the world of fashion, it seems celebrities are going green literally.
“Leather is trending so why not go full biker with a pair of leather pants, combat boots and graffiti T and this ACNE Mape Biker jacket” ACNE Mape Biker Jacket: Leather being one of this year’s fabrics, paired with a green jacket, gives you that rebel with a cause.
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Health & Fitness 01 Drinking water
Your body needs water and other fluids in order to avoid dehydration. Approximately two thirds of an average healthy body’s weight consists of water. Water is also required by the blood to carry nutrients around the body and to get rid of waste. The recommended fluid intake per day is 1.2ltrs. All fluids count however the more healthy options are water, milk, and fruit; it is best to avoid the sugary soft or fizzy drinks as they contain a high level of added sugars which can be unhealthy and bad for your teeth.
In order to stay healthy it is vital to replace the fluids we release through urination, breathing and sweating. When we do not take enough fluids our bodies become dehydrated and one of the first signs of this is feeling thirsty. Other signs include headaches, not passing enough urine, feeling light-headed and a lack of energy.
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02 Exercise to drop a size If you are looking to drop a size, or lose weight. One rule of thumb is that you need to ensure the amount of energy you burn exceeds the amount of energy you consume. One of the best ways to do this is to have a diet and exercise plan in place. There are some key steps you can take to reduce your daily energy consumption. Food portions can be rationed to smaller sizes, cut down on fatty foods like fizzy drinks, chocolates, cakes. Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, drink plenty of water, minimum of 1.5 litres per day is the recommended daily amount. One of the things that can help is if you write down what you eat and at the end of every day, you go through your list. This allows you a realistic perspective of your eating habits and will help you find a medium of balancing the healthy foods and what you can eat as a special treat every so often. When you have entered into an exercise regime, carbohydrates are your friend. Do not let the Hollywood fad of avoiding carbs fool you. Carbohydrates are the fuel that power your exercise regime. Carbohydrates are an essential energy source for the brain and central nervous system. Once you have your diet in place,jogging for a minimum of 30 minutes each day before work/school is a great way to get your metabolism up. Bike riding, treadmills at the gym, and aerobics classes offer a variety of exercise routines that will also tone your muscle.
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03 Relaxation We are living in a century were everyone is constantly on the move. Everybody is trying to reach that quota, deadline or make their mark, and as a result we have become all about work, work, work. All work and no play makes for a stressed out you. Relaxing these days has become so rare and yet it is vital to our mental and physical health. There are great benefits to be achieved when you practice relaxing, such as improvement in concentration,reduced blood pressure, reduced anger and frustration, slowing down of your heart rate and more. It takes time to get into a routine that includes relaxation however the more you practice the better you will get. Try getting a massage once every month, dedicating a day in your week to catch up on your favourite book, or TV program. Taking a walk around your neighbourhood for a good hour or so. Exercise at least 3 times a week should do the trick.
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04 Healthy eating The glory about living in a country like Zambia is that you are never short on healthy foods, the food is all fresh and organic without the added price tag of having to get “organic” vegetables from the supermarket shelf. Your local market offers a great selection of healthy foods that you can create great interesting recipes from. If you are a lover of t-bone, you can make it healthy by trimming off that fat. Skin your chicken before cooking it to avoid the excess fat found under the skin. Instead of frying, try boiling or steaming your vegetables, add natural herbs for flavour as they do not contain preservatives. As mentioned in the other tips, eat plenty of vegetables and fruit, they are high in fibre, contain less fat and are a good source of carbohydrates which fuels your body.
05 Exercise and snacks Idle thumbs makes for a very peckish you. Most people tend to crave snacks when under a lot of pressure with work, or when they are bored out of their minds. Snacks are OK so long as you do not mistake them for your actual meal. If you are going to have crisps or chocolate for your snack, do it sporadically and replace your other snacks with a piece of fruit and water, not only does it do wonders for your health but water also helps clear up your skin.
Pretty much everyone has been faced with the dilemma of wanting to stay up in order to get more out of your day, and finished that project you have been working on, however sometimes, no matter how hard you try to stay awake your body simply says no and before you know, it is the next day or some 4 to 5 hours later and you are wondering what on earth happened? This is in part due to a substance called adenosine which builds up while you’re awake and your body breaks it down when you are asleep. Another substance is a hormone called melatonin this is what makes you feel sleepy. You can call it the gate keeper of your “biological clock” as it is what determines when you start feeling sleepy, with occurrences taking place between midnight and 7am, and also 1pm and 4pm when your melatonin levels are high. A number of aspects of your health and quality of life are linked to sleep, and these aspects are impaired when you are sleep deprived. If you would like to get better results at work, be more focussed in lectures, have more energy in your daily routine, the answer is simple; sleep. 8 hours is the average recommended amount of time for sleep to allow your body to regenerate, although sometimes that varies depending on the individual.
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INTERVIEW
Baking with Kanta CKakes
If you have not tasted Kanta Kakes, I would strongly suggest you place an order immediately, yes they are that scrumptious, and in my opinion better than the big brands we buy into regularly. After over indulging in a dozen of her Kup Kakes; it was only natural that I find out more about this giftBy Ethel Gondwe ed young lady and her ever so delicious Kup Kakes
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GZ: Hi Kanta it is a delight having you for this interview. ANTA: Thank you, I’m very happy that you asked me to take part.
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TGZ: Tell me a little bit about yourself, where you are from and where you currently reside. KANTA: My name is Kanta, I’m 21 years old and I am the owner of Kanta Kakes, a bespoke cake making business based in Hertfordshire England. I was born in Lusaka Zambia and when I was 7 my family and I moved to the U.K. where I currently reside.
Flower topped wedding cake (handmade flowers)
TGZ: Kanta is a name I have never heard before, what tribe is it from and what is the meaning behind it? KANTA: That’s funny but true, not many Zambians have ever heard the name ‘Kanta’ before. My mum and dad are Bemba; the only other Zambian people that I know with the name Kanta are a few of my relatives. I’m not sure of the meaning in Bemba or any other Zambian tribe. However it has a few different meanings in different countries, for example it means song in the Philippines, it also means desired, beloved or radiant in India.
TGZ: When did you first realise your talent for baking? KANTA: I had a keen interest in cooking as soon as I was able to cook; this was around the age of 8 or 9. At secondary school one of the classes that I always wanted to take was food technology; but I didn’t get the chance to do so until my GCSE’s. I realised my talent when I was about 14 years old as I excelled in food technology. I remember I was always happy when cooking and particularly when baking. However it was only when I left university that I realised that I really had something special and could pursue cake making and decorating as a career. TGZ: Did you take up culinary arts in school and university in order to pursue a career in baking? KANTA: I took food technology at secondary school for my GCSE’s. However I did not take any other culinary arts courses at school or university. When I left university I took three professional cake decorating courses, to help me hone my skills and to help me learn new techniques and gain experience. Vintage wedding cake TGZ: When did you make a decision to turn baking it into a career? KANTA: I made the decision to turn baking into a career when I was in my second year of university. I had reached a crossroads in my life and felt unhappy in the degree that I was studying. It was at that time that I felt there had to be more to life and that I would be better off doing a career that I loved, rather than one that I hated. So after some serious thought I left university to pursue a career in cake making and decorating. TGZ: Your word play on your name and using the letter K for Kakes to subsequently match it with your name Kanta fits perfectly, how did that come about? KANTA: Thank you. When I decided to start a cake business, I knew that I wanted to have my name in the business name. I had been playing with a few options, the name that kept coming back to me was ‘Kanta Bakes Cakes’, but I knew that, that would be too long, I wanted something catchy and straight to the point. I then thought I’ll drop the bakes and have ‘Kanta’s Cakes’, but this still didn’t sound right. When my sister asked me what I would call my business, the first thing that came out of my mouth was ‘Kanta Cakes’ to make it stand out I decided to spell cakes with a ‘K’. I immediately fell in love with the name and knew it was perfect for my business.
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Princess Cake with Princess topper
Princess cake with crown
TGZ: You are in competition with some major brands that cater for massive corporations, does that ever intimidate you, and how is your business affected with so many catering companies, not to mention supermarkets stocking quite a variety of cakes? It would be intimidating, if I was to compare myself to other cake makers and major companies in the same industry. However I try not to do so, instead I use them as inspiration. KANTA: As you’ve mentioned, there are many catering companies and supermarkets that stock a variety of cakes, but I don’t think that they have had a negative effect on my business. There has been a large increase in demand for bespoke cakes. There is something very special about having a beautiful cake made to your specific requirements, with a personalised design or message. I believe that my cakes are different from other cake makers, caterers, and supermarkets. My goal is to make people’s dream cakes into a reality. I make cakes that embody people’s passions, hobbies and memories etc. The fact that I can create and make cakes that encompass all of this is what sets me apart from my competitors. TGZ: What is your favourite recipe to date and what is your most requested order from your clients? KANTA: I really like carrot cake; I love the flavour and texture of it. My most requested cake flavour is vanilla closely followed by carrot cake. The majority of my cake orders are for birthday cakes. Snow white cake
TGZ: Who has been your biggest client so far? KANTA: That’s a good question. I’ve worked with a variety of clients but a few that stand out are Ebony inspired: A Black Entrepreneur’s Network U.K. (I made a cake for their one year anniversary party), Kemi’s boutique: A London based Wedding dress designer (I made some cakes for their special event in London) and Great Ormond Street Hospital (I made some cupcakes for their charity fundraiser). TGZ: As a young lady having established your own business, it can’t have been easy. What sort of difficulties have you faced along your way? KANTA: I am very blessed and thankfully I haven’t experienced too many difficulties. However I would say that most of my difficulties occurred before I began my training and started my business. It was nerve wracking being young and leaving university without a degree. I had very little relevant experience in culinary arts; all I had was a passion to bake. I had to go back to basics and restructure my thinking; I had little to no help or guidance regarding what steps to take. One difficulty that I experienced once I established my business was having the confidence in my product, and realising the high standard and quality of my cakes. It is very easy to “sell yourself short”, especially when you are an artist. I had to learn to be more confident in my work. TGZ: Where do you see Kanta Kakes in the next 5 years? KANTA: I have very big dreams and believe that if ‘I dream big I will achieve big’. In the next 5 years I see Kanta Kakes catering for the rich and famous, and being internationally known. I would love to open up my shop in the U.K. as well as in other major cities worldwide. I would love to be known as one of the best and most successful cake makers globally. Kanta Kakes are available for order and can be viewed at www.kantakakes.co.uk. Follow Kanta on twitter @KantaKakes and kantakakes.tumblr.com. Place your orders to kanta.temba@yahoo.co.uk THE GLOBAL ZAMBIAN
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What’s tingling your taste buds? We give you our food and restaurant recommendations of the month
Breakfast
A morning stop at Mugg & Bean at Lusaka’s Manda Hill or Levy Mall, for a nice Livingstone Breakfast should send you to work with a big satisfied smile on your face. As well as being delicious the Livingstone Breakfast covers all the food groups, in one serving. Eggs, sausages, bacon, hash browns and tomatoes; giving you all the nutrients you need for the most important meal of the day. If that doesn’t tingle your taste buds nothing else will.
Lunch
For lunch nothing heavy is required, the last thing you need is to fall asleep during work because you’re stuffed like a turkey. So take it easy with a return trip to Mugg & Bean for a soothing Moroccan Butternut soup. It is thick and creamy and will fill you up just right. For the heavier eaters, try having some brown or garlic bread on the side with it. That should cure any hunger pangs and refuel you until dinner.
Dinner
Make a dinner stop at none other than Shaka’s Grill at Manda Hill. You can relax in the ambience of the restaurant while you wait for your serving of the mouth watering ribs served with a salad and any other side of your choice. You can also take advantage of the Shaka’s special offers like the Tuesday KR100 for all the ribs you can eat.
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FOOD & NUTRITION
Make your own
Most people fancy themselves as a bit of a cook/amateur chef. So to encourage all those home chefs, here is a recipe that you can add to your repertoire of well made dishes.
Chicken cacciatore (Italian) Ingredients Serves 4 6 chicken breasts with skin and backbone, halved crosswise 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup all purpose flour, for dredging 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large red bell pepper, chopped 1 onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3/4 cup dry white wine 28-ounces of diced ripe tomatoes 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth 3 tablespoons drained capers 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves Directions Note: allow for approximately one hour for preparation and cooking. Sprinkle the chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon of each salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour to coat lightly. In a large heavy sauté pan(pot), heat the oil over a medium-high flame/5 on Electric hobs. Add the chicken pieces to the pan and sauté just until brown, about 5 minutes per side. If all the chicken does not fit in the pan, sauté it in 2 batches. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. Add the bell pepper, onion and garlic to the same pan and sauté over medium heat until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juice, broth, capers and oregano. Return the chicken pieces to the pan and turn them to coat in the sauce. Bring the sauce to a simmer. Continue simmering over medium-low heat until the chicken is just cooked through, about 30 minutes for the breast pieces, if you are using chicken thighs, 20 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the chicken to a large plate. If necessary, boil the sauce until it thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Spoon off any excess fat from the top of the sauce. Spoon the sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle with the basil and serve with pasta, roast or boiled potatoes, rice or nshima. We would love to hear from you, if you have tried this recipe and successfully executed it, please send your pictures of your finished work and dinner guests to be featured on our website. Send your pictures to submissions@theglobalzambian.com with the subject “make your own”
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MTZ My teen zone
Hi, my name is Peace Gondwe, I am 15 years old and I would like to welcome you to My Teen Zone. I am excited to be writing this segment, it is something extra for me to do, so I hope you will join me as I talk about what I like, and what being a teenager is like. I live in London and Lusaka back and forth and the experiences I have had have been different and similar at times. I will also be talking about some of the things I think as teenagers we do not get to talk about, especially in Zambia. Adults don’t really listen to what kids have to say. So maybe when they read this they will get to find out what life is like for a Zambian teenager and most teenagers else where. First of all I just want to say, I recently passed my grade 9 exams whoop whoop, and I am now in grade 10 at boarding school. In my spare time, I love playing basketball, and I enjoy listening to music. I sometimes write songs, and I DJ at school youth events and parties. I guess that keeps me a little occupied and out of trouble.
“I DJ at school and youth events and parties in my spare time”
LIFE THROUGH A ZAMBIAN TEENAGER'S EYES Have you got any questions for me, or if you have a story/experience you would like me to share about your life as a teenager, you can email me at mtz@theglobalzambian.com G “Most places CIN A R Pocket Money GAMING E R K AP have restrictions RBI he Djing thing is actually BA TO O for young M TT a pretty cool way of LE earning some extra S( people, so we do CY money sometimes. Kind PH not always have ER of like the way a teenager from S) many places to 14 and above in the U.K. do paper rounds. I wanted to do it when MUSIC MOVIES hang out”
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Activities
EVENTS
activities that most teens get involved in are going to the cinema, the two places we go to are Fresh View cinemas or Ster Kinekor, they show the latest movies, so we are never behind. Right now I cannot wait to watch Iron Man 3, and the Oz 3D is a good movie. I am excited that Despicable Me 2 3D is coming soon, because it is too funny, Epic 3D is also coming out soon too. The 3D experience is so cool. Sometimes the cinema has special offers, so we get to save some money.
“L m ike po ost m lis pu mu ost te lar si te c n e to is w th na a ” ha t i ger s, s t w e al l
I was in London, but I was too young at the time. If something like that was in Zambia, I would definitely sign up,because you spend time riding a bike while delivering newspapers, and earning money. Not all parents can afford to give their children pocket money, so if there was something for us teenagers to do to earn money,I think it would be pretty cool, plus, I think we wouldn’t be so wasteful with the money when we have earned it.
Teenagers are really not taken into consideration when it comes to activities. Most my age play the Xbox or the Playstation 3. The playstation is more popular and the most popular game is FIFA, even adults are addicted to playing it. Other
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Most places have restrictions for young people so we do not always have many places to hang out, and it gets really boring most times, That’s why I spend
time listening to music. I like YMCMB, Fun, Will.I.Am, and Zambian artists I like PJ, Afunika, Macky 2 and Chef 187. Other people listen to Taylor Swift, Rihanna, T Sean, Zone Fam, Mag 44. Like most teenagers, most music that is popular is what we all listen to. There are other few activities that I have attended and others have but they don’t happen all the time, like motor bike races, rap battles, R&G events hosted a party for strictly under 18s and it was really good and alcohol free, It was a fun way to include young people in fun activities. Otherwise it is mainly music, and games; the cinema, not everyone can always afford to go.
The
FASHION
YOUTH
skateboard look is the in thing at the moment. It’s a combination of skinny jeans, snapbacks (baseball caps), a duffle bag and vans. Bright coloured t-shirts with graphic prints replacing the baggy jean sagging(which my mum hated) and extra large shirt trend. Girls also wear this, giving them the tomboy look. Accessories people like are the clear raybans with the coloured frames and the colourful rubber wristbands. My choice is skinny jeans rolled up shirt with a t-shirt, and combat boots. I like listening to music from my phone or mp3 player, that’s why smart phones are handy, because I can use them for recording songs. Blackberrys and Androids are the most popular because everyone is always on facebook. Funny enough, I don’t have a facebook account yet, maybe later this year I will think about opening one. I once opened one, but i was under age, so my mum had facebook lock me off(lesson learned hehe). Speaking of mum, my birthday wish this year are beats by Dr Dre (hint hint lol) The way so many people have them, you would think they only cost KR160 or something. Something cool I have seen some people do is they customise their own clothes. That’s a unique way of staying trendy, and I think some can even sell what they make.
“Snap backs have always been in fashion, and vans too just not as popular as they are now”
Let’s discuss: teenage Substance abuse My mum wanted me to come back to Zambia for
teens concept of ‘fun’ is drinking
a while because she feared that I would get into
and smoking when they can.
teenage drinking and smoking like most kids do in
Some think it makes them look
certain parts of the U.K. At my old school Eastleigh
cool. I was told of an incident
in East London, some kids used to smoke just a few
were the police actually got a
yards away from the school and people used to
van and packed young people
just watch them. When I went to the park, I would
in it and took them to the cells
witness teenagers smoking and drinking, at the time
for underage drinking late last
solved if parents allowed their
I didn’t understand why my mum worried so much,
year. The teenage drinking and
children to talk about what
but now I get it.
weed smoking was public and in
they feel. More facilities for
the open, it got so bad that the
teenagers are needed, we need
In England the kids are lucky, and I don’t think
cinemas closed and kept them
parks, we need libraries, and
they know how much, cause I know I was lucky
out and security intensified
youth clubs. The youth club
now; but then I had no clue. They have youth
in the clubs and in spar. Some
that is a few minutes away
clubs, parks everywhere that have basketball
people tell lies to leave home, so
from where I used to live in
courts,football grounds. Shops like the 99p store
they get to their drinking spots
London had a recording studio,
had a lot of accessories and gadgets you could get
around 16:00 and leave at 19:00
and members could use it
for 99p(KR70) So when my mum gave me pocket
but when they sleep out, they
for free. Maybe we should be
money I could buy earphones, books, sometimes
stay out till morning because
having fund-raisers to build
they even had x box games for 99p, normally an
they have nowhere to sleep.
such facilities, otherwise many
TEENAGE DRINKING AND DRUG TAKING IS A SERIOUS ISSUE TODAY
teenagers will carry on like this
Xbox game costs more than £30(KR2400). I think these issues can be
out of boredom.
Here in Zambia, the lack of facilities makes it very difficult for teenagers. In places like Hollywood, Northmead some young people go there, particularly on weekends. They like to go to places where they will not be bounced, to drink and smoke. There is not always much to do to have ‘fun’.Some
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Dancing out of poverty and into success When you look at his pictures and watch his dancing on stage, you can see the passion in his eyes, his physique is that of a warrior, somewhat reminiscent of a Zulu warrior with a funky fashion sense. No matter the impression that you get, one thing is for sure, Osward always catches your attention.
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The conversation started with introductions, to which he identifies himself as Osward Chiti. Osward was born in Kasama, his upbringing was not that of a normal child and was filled with hardships. His father passed away when he was only 2 years old and this took its toll on the family. “I didn’t get to finish school, as there was lack of money” says Osward. So how did dancing come into the picture given the circumstances Osward was faced with, no education, and no money. “It is a natural gift I have always had; I was born with it. As I play soccer I decided to get involved in sport and dance” says Osward. He started dancing when he was still in school, and his interest derived from the Northern Province Bemba (Chiwunda) music also known as Boostele. After some time he was spotted by Zambian singer Mozegeta who asked him to be his back up dancer. As it was what he loved doing and was offering him a paid opportunity. Osward started performing with Mozegeta, and moving around with him on various gigs. Whilst dancing for Mozegeta, a lady from Mozegeta’s group offered him a job to dance for her. The lady in question will turn out to be one of Zambia’s most talked about female singers Kay Figo. This has given Osward the opportunity to perform at the Zambian Music Awards, on the same stage as Ice prince, at the Ngoma awards and several other prominent venues around the country. On his aspiration on his dancing career he says “In Zambia the difficulty is lack of support, so that hinders sometimes, so right now I am learning and trying to find ways to get no-
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ticed by bigger artists. My idea” he continues “is that if I can take my dancing far, I hope to record some songs in the studio so that I can perform my songs when I support the artists I dance for.” With his unique physique and the natural ability to attract attention, surely this has had an impact on his popularity. “From the time I performed with Mozegeta I always stood out, people always came to me in recognition of my talent.” He explains as he maintains a confident yet humble demeanour. On his current endeavours, Osward still faces hardship, although less than when he first
Photo credit, Zambian Music Awards and Kreative Kingdom, Words By Ethel Gondwe
earing the phone ring on the other end, I expected a smug attitude with some irreverence thrown in, and much to my pleasant surprise came through a calm voice, with a very polite demeanour.
INTERVIEW LEFT Osward on the red carpet at the ZMAs 2013 Opposite page On stage doing what he does best at the Zmas 2013
started out, he maintains an admirable positive attitude towards everything “My mum raised me by herself so it was a struggle for her, and as I felt like a burden for my mother as she barely could afford my upkeep I had to move out and fend for myself, so currently I am working hard to make ends meet as I take care of my late sisters child. I have to watch how I spend my money, as a dancer, you have to have a certain image on stage, so I customise my own clothes, all the clothes you see me perform in, I customise them myself, and people really like them too.” Having come from a poverty stricken background and performing on the same stage as Zambia’s biggest talent and international talent, Osward had this to say to any aspiring dancers and young people out there who feel like there is no hope for the future. “They shouldn’t give up, they just have to fight, if you are determined with everything you do, if you put your mind to it and you put God first anything is possible you can do anything you shouldn’t give up no matter what” LEFT Getting ready to begin his performance at the Ice Prince concert
Osward is available for bookings, and to give dance lessons. Tel: +260 967 780341
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are doing? If not, it might be that time that you started. Planning ahead can help you achieve your goals and, even more importantly, bounce back faster when you’re met with unexpected failures or setbacks. You are aiming for that promotion, starting a business, working towards a 1st class pass for your degree, whatever your goal, the methodology behind it all is the same. One of the first things you should do is write up a S.W.O.T analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats). Now many already know about the SWOT analysis but few put it into practice. Understanding the internal and external factors that can help develop your business or help you pass that test, or get that promotion, is key to planning ahead and preparing yourself thoroughly; and the SWOT analysis is one of the best methods to do this.
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You have your SWOT analysis in place so now you understand your strengths and your weaknesses and you know how to apply yourself so that your strengths work to your advantage. You have also established opportunities caused by external factors such as trends, environment, government. This allows you the opportunity to get organised. Look at your daily routine, what do you normally do that is likely to be a waste of your time? Are your priorities in order? Remember if you are vying for that promotion, you should dedicate time to do your research so that if/when you get that promotion you will be able to handle the responsibilities that come with it. If you’re studying to get that 1st class pass, conduct your dissertation research thoroughly, check, and double check, that you not only know but understand what you are studying for those exams, so that when that exam approaches and you are thrown a curve ball of a question, all that time you set aside researching and building an understanding of the module you’re studying will enable you to have an alternative way of answering the question. If you’re starting a business, research your biggest competitors, what are you offering that makes your company a better choice/ different for clients/consumers. What can you do to make your business more appealing? Getting organised, enables you to deal with an influx of work, and challenges when they arise.
What do you hope to achieve in the next 2 years? If you have not thought about it you need to start now. Putting together a 2 year plan, gives you a realistic perspective of where you are and based on your work ethic and planning you should be able to determine an approximation of where you or your business will be after 24 months. When applying a 2 year plan, you need to be honest and realistic with yourself, writing what you hope as opposed to what is likely to transpire, just gives you a false outcome. This can be frustrating and discouraging if realistic goals are not put in place. A realistic 2 year plan will allow you to strategise within your means and ability. The advantage of this is, if you find yourself exceeding your goals, because you have planned for a, b,c to happen within an x amount of time, you will have the added bonus of excess production that can be utilised as a contingency plan, or to get started early on the next 4 years.
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To DO List A daily/ weekly to do list will keep you on top of your daily tasks, and will help avoid you falling behind on your long term goals.
You may be good at what you do, but you don’t know it all. Part of planning ahead is about being resourceful. Look beyond your skills and abilities for information and knowledge on what your focus is. There often will be experts who know more about particular parts of an industry than the insiders, know how to recognise these experts, listen to them and learn from them. Help from experts weather direct or indirect will help smooth out your path and work load. Keep good lines of communication between you and the people you work with, so that any new developments and information can be easily related to you as soon as it transpires, allowing you a window of opportunity to adjust any strategies you might have in place. Remember to take care of the people around you; the professional advisors and anyone else who can have an effect on your career goal. Pay attention to what your colleagues, classmates, employees do, show them that you acknowledge their work, and offer to lend a hand every so often. This pays off in due course as they will not forget your helpfulness, and respect for their position. So much that if any opportunities that can benefit you arise, your name is likely to be first on their mind.
Words by Ethel Gondwe
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Review your work every 3 to 6 months. You might have the perfect plan put together and would have done all the research in the world however a change of circumstances, weather it be a growth in the business or a decline; reviewing your work keeps you up to date on your progress. You get to see if you are on track with your plan or are falling behind or ahead of the game. Reviewing also allows you to find and fix any errors/cracks in your work. You will have a chance to see if you need to conduct additional research, put in more study time, enquire more from external sources and simply add value to your objectives in order for your plan to continue running smoothly towards your ultimate goal. Think about it this way, planning for success is like planning a wedding. We have all heard of the brides turning into “bridezillas” because of how perfect they want their big day to go. Now without the added franticness; a wedding planner ensures that a wedding ceremony is well thought out and planned right down to the folding of the table cloths on the guest tables. A badly planned wedding means the couple are stuck with that memory for the rest of their lives, and that is why a good wedding planner will always have a contingency plan set aside in case anything goes wrong and they achieve this by collecting as much information about the bride and groom and their families way in advance, so that all plans that are to be executed for the wedding are suitable for both sides of the family and most importantly for the bride(sorry groom). Same applies with you when you are planning ahead, you need to learn and understand your environment, your material and give yourself ample time to start implementing these plans, When you follow the basic guidelines, there is no telling how far you will be able to go. So you want great success? Get started on your plan!
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Ethically Sourced Sourced and and Elegantly Elegantly put put together together Ethically I’ve loved wearing these pieces on the red carpet because they are all so unique and they stand for Gemfields’ mission of responsible sourcing - Mila Kunis, actress
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GEMFIELDS Gemfields Announces Global Launch in Collaboration with International Designers practices, Gemfields is committed to bolstering the coloured gemstone sector, especially emphasising the rare, unique qualities of coloured gems. Emeralds, for example, are more than 20 It’s hugely gratifying to see times scarcer than diamonds, our ethically-sourced rare although arguably infinitely coloured gems come to life more exciting, made up of through the unique visions countless microscopic fissures within in each stone. No two of our partner jewellers. emeralds are the same.
Gemfields, the world’s leading coloured gemstone producer, is thrilled to unveil a truly one-of-a-kind set of fine jewellery collaborations with 36 leading international designers.
This spectacular set of designer collaborations underscores not only the beauty of the gemstones, but the range of shades, shapes and sizes that make up Gemfields’ portfolio. From precision cuts, cabochons that look like candy to slices that are ruggedly organic, each Gemfields Zambian emerald, Mozambican ruby and Zambian amethyst was the starting point for a bespoke creation.
“We are honoured to work with such a broad range of extraordinary talent from around the world,” says Ian Harebottle, Gemfields CEO. “While we normally focus on the gemstones, and not the finished jewellery, it’s hugely gratifying to see our ethicallysourced rare coloured gems come to life through the unique visions of our partner jewellers.” The collection will debut in London at Phillips Auction House, travelling next through India and finally to Las Vegas, where it will be displayed at the Couture show in May. The pieces, ranging in retail price from US$1,130 to US$750,000, reflect the bold aesthetic of each designer in the form of fine jewellery. To coincide with the launch of this project, Gemfields is unveiling a new global advertising campaign featuring brand ambassador Mila Kunis wearing ethically-sourced Zambian emeralds and Mozambican rubies shot by Mario Sorrenti in Los Angeles. “Although Gemfields doesn’t make jewellery, they work with a wide range of international designers to create one-of-a-kind pieces from their ethicallysoured emeralds and rubies,” says Mila Kunis. “I’ve loved wearing these pieces on the red carpet because they are all so unique and they stand for Gemfields’ mission of responsible sourcing.”
PARTNER JEWELLERS Alexandra Mor, Amrapali, Anndra Neen, Bina Goenka, Coomi, Dickson Yewn, Dominic Jones, Duffy, Fabergé, Farah Khan, Fernando Jorge, Hannah Martin, Hoorsenbuhs, Jasmine Alexander, Jayce Wong, Jordan Askill, Kara Ross, Kimberly McDonald, Mappin & Webb, Monica Vinader, Nam Cho, Natasha Collis, Octium, Parulina, Penny Winter, Robinson Pelham, Shaun Leane, Solange Azagury-Partridge, Stephen Webster, Sutra, Svetla, The Gem Palace, Theo Fennell, Wendy Yue, Wright &Teague, Zaiken. ABOUT GEMFIELDS Gemfields is the world’s foremost coloured gemstone producer and is found at the intersection of exploration, mining and marketing. Its focus – reliable and ethically-produced coloured gems – upholds fairtrade practices while remaining in accordance with the highest level of environmental, social and safety standards. Gemfields’ unprecedented mine to market strategy through transparent partnerships with the world’s leading coloured gemstones dealers and manufacturers is a guarantee of the provenance of every gem. Business aside, Gemfields’ dedication to preserving the environment, nurturing relationships with local communities and upholding human rights remains paramount. For further information go to www.gemfields.co.uk
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COVERTLY OVERT Last year, the world was said to be coming to an end. Time; the only thing that is constant was suddenly running out. This inspired philanthropic acts, outrageous acts and the completion of bucket lists worldwide. Time ages things in a way that is unpleasant sometimes.
New love grows old, friends that were close become strangers, and trending fashions become distasteful. Those things that ignited interest begin to inspire boredom. Time makes things old, and old isn't always gold. One good consequence of time however is liberation and positive change. People are now more enlightened and independent enough to try new careers, speak new languages or pursue terrain that they've always loved with a new passion. So who can declare that elements of the past cannot be used to liven up the present and make it all feel new? Fashion constantly refers to the past for inspiration and it could be argued that our recent love for post-modern pastiche - 'mixing elements of the past to create seemingly 'new' styles and ideas' strengthens the sociologist’s theories of the end of history. So some things in the past cannot be left there but have a place today. Old Hollywood is a common reference in vintage fashion. Its symbolised by women in tweed, silk, and chiffon tailored for the female form and the men in slim fitted suits and suave. The red lips, fair skin and soft pure femininity exuded an appeal that today's fashion lacks. Women like Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor and Marilyn Monroe were well known for their extravagant lives but they appeared to be in full control of their sexuality and who they were, that it was hard to scandalise them. These attributes can be borrowed from vintage fashion and used by ladies in the present for their everyday looks or for special functions. Vintage style when worn appropriately can ensure one moves with the times but stands out and it’s sexy but covertly overt. For example the red lipstick and Smokey eye make-up adds instant glamour and confidence on any day and an outfit with a cinched waist celebrates the female form while keeping everything appropriate. Hair accessories like berets, fascinators, and scarves add a little enigma to an outfit and can really be handy when dealing with a bad hair day.
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Words By Kandi Siame
Time dictates a lot of human life. It tells you when your deadlines are for everything. It tells you when to participate in particular traditions of human society and shows when to stop participating in some. Every rite of passage is wrapped up in time.
One of many rites of passage that time dictates is the time to get married. Many got engaged last minute and when the world didn't end the consequence of their decisions came in form of wedding plans. The hen party is part of those plans and it’s the woman's last time to experience the fullness of femininity and independence. The drinks are served and the women get dolled up and bubbly, all signs of celebration. Hen parties are care free events but a theme helps to put things in order and makes the moment truly memorable for the bride to be. The vintage theme was used at a hen party on the 5th of April for Sibusisiwe Bwalya at colonial gardens and to say it was a success is an understatement. A Bemba woman marrying a Bemba man with a vintage theme hen party, anything could have gone wrong; however while the theme was lost in translation for others, it really helped set a more serene mood in the air and the experience was a fun one. Older guests attending were glad not to see the younger ladies not looking too revealing and the younger ladies were glad to play dress up. A rare thing to hold a hen party in Zambia nonetheless, the event went on without any one witnessing a mob of drunken half naked women and the fun surely happened (Wink). There is a lot to be done as time urges us on but using elements of the past for inspiration can help strengthen the styles and ideas we have today for they give a much needed foundation to be timeless.
Retro hen party, and the ladies looked delightful
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INTERVIEW
Zambia in 2008, I auditioned and was selected as a finalist in Miss Zambia beauty pageant. I also modelled in the De Beers fashion show at the Zambezi sun in 2010.
What is your earlier memory in the fashion world? During my time in Dar es Salam I was approached to take
A chat with Jacklyn CEO and Founder of Iemerge Modelling agency!
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By Chali Simukonda
part in Mustafa Hassanali’s first show case in 2001, this was a Valentine’s Day show case. I was 14 years old at the time and the moment I got on stage it felt amazing and everything was so glamorous, the make-up, the hair and the outfits. That’s when I realized I was born to be in the industry.
What were your biggest challenges as a model then?
ell us a bit about yourself and your background? The biggest challenge is the attitude that the Zambian industry
I
was born and brought up in Lusaka. My primary education
has towards models, my modelling career was cut short after
and first year of junior secondary were at St Mary’s and
I took part in Miss Zambia 2008 I decided to focus on my
Lake Road schools in Lusaka. When I was 13 years old my family
professional career more than modelling as the industry was
relocated to Dar Es’ Salam Tanzania for five years between
and still is developing
1999 and 2003. Whilst in Tanzania I attended the International School of Tanganyika and obtained my international
The challenges I faced were getting the right manager and
Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma and IGCSE ‘O’ level Certificate,
people with the correct attitude around me.
and later between 2003 and 2007 attended Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth Western Australia for four years, where I obtained a Bachelor of Business with Double Major in
Iemerge is a new company, what was your inspiration to start the agency?
Human Resources and International Business, and a Diploma in Business from Perth Institute of Business and Technology
I started the agency because there are so many young aspiring
(PIBT). I am currently at Cavendish University Zambia pursing
models that don’t know where to start, I thought if there was
a Master’s degree in Business Administration and I also work in
someone to guide them it was possible to become what they
Human Resources.
wanted to be. It also reduces on young men and women being exploited.
What inspired you to enter the fashion world? I was first inspired to go into modelling by the people around me,
What does Iemerge bring to the Zambian fashion industry that other agencies do not?
I was the tallest in my class and everyone always said I had what it took to be a model and I should try out.
Different models, dancers, designers and photographers
I also remember watching Miss Zambia on Television and
How do you cast models?
thinking one day, I will walk on that stage. I then got interested in looking at more fashion oriented things as I became a teenager.
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Attending pageants – mainly local pageants. We have
organized few pageants and also sponsored others. i.e. Miss
What is your modelling background?
Cavendish.
I took part in a few fashion shows in the five years I spent in Dar
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Recommendation; Models that are signed with us
es Salaam and when I was at university I took part in the Miss Africa Perth competition in 2005, and later when I returned to
recommend their friends to get in touch with us, and we
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are always willing to meet and discuss with upcoming models on their possibilities of joining.
What are some of the challenges you as an agency face? •
The industry not seeing importance of
having professional models verses an ordinary person on their billboards or professional material. •
Price marks; the fees paid to model
are sometimes very minimal due to the type of industry we are in.
Model and entrepreneur Jacklyn Nyaywa
Is there still a market for fashion models?
friends.
Internationally there is a lot of market for fashion models,
Has your professional life changed your views of life and living?
locally there are a lot of designers and people that need fashion models.
With the career path I have chosen I am able to interact However, there is also need for diversity depending on
with different people both young and old, this has given
market or industry that you’re in, some clients want
me a perspective that life is the way you make it for
plus size models, child models and fashion models; it
yourself. I thank God for each and everything he has
all depends on the client. This is why Iemerge recruits
given me and where I am today.
models of different ages and sizes.
What are your goals and aspirations with the agency?
What can you say about the dangers of the fashion world as a model? Exploitation; it is important that a model has a manager
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Leading talent agents
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Provide models of good attitude
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To ensure that our agency stands out in the industry,
career, young people need to focus on studies and treat
we try to be different.
modelling as a part-time job reason for this is it’s not
that can be there to do the negotiation on their behalf to avoid them being exploited or not paid for work done. Society perception: modelling should not be a main
every day that clients want models and you cannot
On a more personal note, are you dating or married?
survive on it, there is also a certain point in life things may change, and you cannot be a model forever
I am married.
How does your professional life affect your personal life?
What would you like to say to aspiring models and agencies? They should not give up on their dreams and aspirations,
I have to manage my HR career and agency at the same
the industry is competitive everyone wants to become a
time, it’s easy because I love what I do and I always want
model and as a model you need to have personal drive
to put in my best in everything I do. I normally make sure
and the right kind of attitude to develop and be noticed in
that I do my agency work after work hours or weekends,
the industry. You need to have both the beauty and the
then also study for my masters…….it’s a lot to juggle but I
brains, and be able to come out of your shell..
manage somehow. I get a lot of support from my partner who understands
To get in touch with Iemerge Agency email Jacklyn Nyaywa at: iemerge.agency@gmail.com
my dreams and aspirations and also my family and
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TGZ | FASHION
FASHION iLike Peg A Leg Cotoure Peg a Leg Couture and Design is a small studio business set in the heart of Northmead,
Contact Verona
Lusaka. Commonly found once a month at the Dutch Reformed Market, last Saturday of
Tel: +260 (0) 211 213 808
every month. I first became aware of Peg A Leg Cotoure when she provided wardrobe for
Cell: +260 (0) 978 964 771
aspiring model Wika Kawina’s portfolio photoshoot with Ethan Kaed. Having not seen or
Email: vjvcouture@gmail.com
heard about her prior to this, I was curious and anxious as to what sort of pieces to expect from a name like Peg A Leg. Much to my delight, the pieces were very impressive. Colourful, bright pret a porter clothing is the best way I can describe them as you can easily lift any of the garments straight from a stores rack without the fear of weather they are too high fashion to wear on a daily basis. Peg A Leg stand out as they have the potential of branding their clothes for mass production in stores around the country, giving individuals who wouldn normally be able to have access to the more couture lines to have their moment wearing a fabulous designers piece of clothing. There is a wide range of lady’s dresses, children’s clothing, safari wear, right through to chitenge bikinis. Their famous hammocks and a new range of poofs, and, custom made clothing.
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lip Flop Compassionate Zambia (FFCZ) is a nonprofit making organisation in Zambia; FFCZ is registered with the Registrar of Societies, under the Ministry of Home Affairs. It was registered on 14th December 2011. Our mission is poverty reduction, improve health, education, comfort and well-being of the disadvantaged Zambian children, and to provide skills training to Zambian youths and young mothers with the goal of empowering individuals towards selfsufficiency.
Our approach is to provide immediate Relief and intermediate care in the long term. To achieve this, outlined below, are activities under our practice: Provide basic necessities such as; footwear, clothing, food security for orphans and vulnerable children, school supplies and tuitions, health, sanitation, and sporting equipment. Support organizations that educate and enrich the community through dance, drama & team sportsmanship. Aid in the provision of vocational skills training for women and Youths so that they become self sustainable We believe social change can flourish when people are empowered by meeting their basic needs and affording them the opportunity to direct their own lives. As Flip Flop Compassionate Zambia, we are dedicated to improving the lives of Orphans and Vulnerable Children by providing necessities for living.
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Through extensive relationships with Zambian recipients and partner institutions, FFCZ is able to help realize the dreams of innovative Zambian social workers. We bridge the gap to help our recipients and partners achieve their goals of educating, housing, and caring for Zambian children, by providing in the form of; shoes, clothing, food, exercise books, text books, pens & pencils or other supplies. We aim to foster long-term change in Zambian communities by supporting already established Orphanages and Community Schools, Institutions which carry out health awareness programs and provide job skills training to Children and young adults. Many of the staff, Executive Committee (EC) members and volunteers of FFCZ have extensive experience in programs supporting orphans because they served as staff, EC members and/or volunteers of Flip Flop Foundation (FFF), a US-based public charity which ran similar programs in Zambia until the charity closed at the end of 2011. At that point, seeing a gap in the provision of basic necessities to the organizations that were previously supported by FFF, FFCZ was born to help fill the gap by taking on some of those programs.
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OPPOSITE PAGE: • Easter donation at one of the orphanages. FROM TOP BOTTOM CW: • Chlorine donations for various clinics • Banner for FFCZ’s Community Sensitisation Campaign on Cholera. • A FFCZ staff member putting together donated treated net curtains • Young children around food and supply donations made by FFCZ • Theatre performance for the Community Sensitisation Campaign on Cholera • Arrival of treated net curtains to be distributed to the homes of the needy
Contact the Flip Flop Compassionate Zambia Address: Plot No B1-17-17 off Alick Nkhata Road 10101 Lusaka, Zambia Phone: +26 0977 701088 / +26 0955 379470 Email: info@ffczambia.org Email: elijah@ffczambia.org Website: www.ffczambia.org
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FASHION POLICE BEST DRESSED The host of the ZAMAs Chishala Chitoshi is our pick for best dressed on the night with his black on black ensemble, fitted suit and bow tie, was on point
With the first ever Zambian Music Awards having taken place, it was only natural that TGZ have the fashion police take a look at what the guests wore on the red carpet. Who was our best dresses and worst?
WE ALSO LIKED The couple on the left not only looked adorable but we also liked what they wore. The yellow and black leopard print inspired dress fitted her well and the black clutch tamed the print. The black tie and waistcoat with a pin-stripped shirt was a good choice for the gentleman, but we will have to serve you a citation for the wrinkled black jeans. A pair of standard trousers preferably matching the waistcoat would have completed the outfit well. The gentleman on the left got his outfit right from head to toe, perhaps had he buttoned up the jacket, it would have appeared neater, otherwise we are liking the dark gray suit on black tie and white shirt.
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UNIQUE OUTFIT The unique outfit of this month goes to none other than Michael Zulu. This outfit is unique because he added the western smart suit and combined it with a traditional accessory, seen mainly worn by the Chiefs of Zambia. Fashion innovation in the works. We give it a thumbs up
WORST DRESSED We could not ignore this suit even if we wanted to. The salmon pinkish red automatically draws your attention but unfortunately for all the wrong reasons. The suit is two sizes too big, the tie looks like it is not sure if it wants to be a cravat or a tie either way a decision needs to be made, and we have made it. Young man we give you a fine, for even considering wearing this. Nevertheless, this is how a suit like this can be made to look good and even compete for best dressed. The colour choice be it bold, can work if it was a slim fitted suit(Ozwald Boateng), same goes for the tie although a black slim tie would be a better choice with a fitted black shirt and the shoes stay the same. VoilĂ a whole new you.
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