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The Park at Nkwashi: Where Art Meets Nature
Dec. 31, 2023
Arts & Culture
Ah, yes. The sound of quietude. The type of tranquility that can only be achieved when Lusaka
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PLAN November | December 2023
Nov. 1, 2023
Arts & Culture
A round up of events from the region.
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Demystifying the Cosmos:Beneath an African Sky
Nov. 1, 2023
Arts & Culture
The Chokwe people of Zambia, renowned for their mastery of astronomy, have unravelled the cosmos through their unique cultural lens. …
Mukandi Siame
Modzi Arts:A Thriving Cultural Hub
Oct. 31, 2023
Arts & Culture
Modzi Arts Centre, is centred around ‘oneness’ a unity of artistic practices, ideas
Sebastian Moronell
The Sonic Legacy of Youssou N’Dour Senegal and Zambia Unite on Stage
April 25, 2023
Arts & Culture
Youssou N’Dour performed in Zambia for the first time, reminding an overflowing audience of his importance to Africa’s musical heritage …
Chaze Matakala
Prospice, Kwacha! Lusaka Contemporary Art Centre has Risen
April 24, 2023
Arts & Culture
The highly anticipated Lusaka Contemporary Art Centre (LuCAC) opened up at the start of the 2023 to the delight of …
Chanda Mwenya
The King of MbalaxYoussou N’Dour Set to Thrill Zambia
March 23, 2023
Arts & Culture
Legendary Senegalese musician Youssou N’Dour has wowed audiences for decades, earning his reputation as one of the greatest African musicians …
Jolezya Adeyemo
Plan March | April 2023
Feb. 24, 2023
Arts & Culture
Three Queens The Museum of Women’s History is happy to collaborate with Colour Culture and Alliance Française of Lusaka to …
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POMPI Patience Throughout The Process
Feb. 24, 2023
Arts & Culture
Chaka Nyathando, better known as Pompi, is one of Africa’s most gifted musicians of our age and he’s back with …
Samm Tembo
Prime Catch A Night of Culinary Artistry
Feb. 23, 2023
Arts & Culture
Prime Catch offers the best seafood experience in Lusaka.
Nampwa Inambao
Kabwata Cultural VillageAn Overlooked Gem
Feb. 23, 2023
Arts & Culture
Kabwata Cultural Village’s mission is to preserve and proudly display Zambian culture with artists from all ten provinces of Zambia …
Precious Mwansa-Chisha
Zambia’s Leading LadiesExploring Africa’s Lost History
Dec. 24, 2022
Arts & Culture
The African continent has a long and storied history of female leaders, warriors
Imanga Kayama
The Finest of Mwimbi Art GalleryChic, Suave, Vibrant
Dec. 24, 2022
Arts & Culture
Mwimbi Fine Art aims to raise the profiles of featured artist and support the development of African artists at home …
Mwape J. Mumbi
Henry TayaliThe Man, the Artist and the Gallery
Oct. 27, 2022
Arts & Culture
One of the most critical and highly lauded places displaying art for the public in Zambia
Mwape J. Mumbi
The Makenge Mirror by AfriConté
July 9, 2022
Arts & Culture
The makenge mirror adds an exotic feel to the traditional makenge basket that is produced in Zambia’s Western Province.
MubianaKabaghe
Transforming Lives at 37d
May 2, 2022
Arts & Culture
The roots of this beautiful spot lie in a not-so-distant past, when a problem was turned into an opportunity in …
Daphne François
Damyna the Musical
Feb. 23, 2022
Arts & Culture
Zambia’s name is becoming more synonymous with the film lovers in Cannes, France. Ngosa Chungu’s E18hteam was the first to …
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The Rise of the Greatest DJ in Zambia: VJeezy
Jan. 6, 2022
Arts & Culture
In 2013 DJ VJeezy, whose real name is Vernon Daka, was out of employment and needed something to do. In …
Tokozile N. Ngwenya
Bombshell Zed Hip Hop’s Mfumukadzi
Dec. 14, 2021
Arts & Culture
Bwalya Sophie Chibesakunda, professionally known as Bombshell or Bombshell Grenade (also stylised as Bomb$hell…
Samm Tembo
T-LOW: The Awakening of an Artist
Sept. 8, 2021
Arts & Culture
Amos Chipasha, popularly known as T-Low, aka the Melody Man, is easily one of the best musicians Zambia has…
Samm Tembo
The Artistic Ideologies of Kenneth Kaunda
Sept. 7, 2021
Arts & Culture
There is a larger-than-life icon conspicuously missing from the Zambian landscape and more so at…
Chanda Mwenya
Dishing it out with Solomon Plate
July 5, 2021
Arts & Culture
It’s a Wednesday evening and I’ve just ended my day. I sit down and reach for my phone, looking at …
Samm Tembo
Jonathan Leya A Gifted and Exploratory Artist
May 11, 2021
Arts & Culture
I n Zambia exhibition designers and museums are not as famous as soccer players and stadia.
Chanda Mwenya
Esther Chungu A Shooting Star
May 11, 2021
Arts & Culture
Goosebumps. In a word, this is what you feel when you hear Esther Chungu sing.
Esnala Banda
House Call With Sebastien Dutch
March 4, 2021
Arts & Culture
The voice that’s coming from my laptop isn’t the one I’d expected to hear. You’d think someone that can move …
Bwanga 'Benny Blow' Kapumpa
Art and philosophy in the Showgrounds
March 4, 2021
Arts & Culture
Lusaka’s Showgrounds holds one of the city’s most surprising secrets. Hidden between industrial and commercial enterprises is a treasure trove …
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Takura – The Shona Prince
Jan. 9, 2021
Arts & Culture
Zimbabwean musician Takura Shonhai, known simply as Takura, a.k.a. Mr. Okay Okay Okay, is making waves locally and internationally with …
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The Art of storytelling
Jan. 9, 2021
Arts & Culture
Camille Silvy was a French photographer who moved to London in 1859.
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Ms Selfie on deck
Jan. 9, 2021
Arts & Culture
Music has the ability to tell a thousand stories, bring millions of people together and have them feeling a flurry …
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Throwing Tantrums on Canvas – At home with Zenzele Chulu
Nov. 4, 2020
Arts & Culture
‘I was born in the hills of Chipata, Eastern Province, I grew up exploring the hills and my own surname …
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Jay Rox – Enjoy the Transition
Sept. 3, 2020
Arts & Culture
They say a comfort zone is a beautiful place but nothing ever grows there. Nothing gives us greater pleasure than …
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Zeela Art Gallery – A creative piece of Eden
Sept. 3, 2020
Arts & Culture
The beauty and tranquility of Zeela Art Gallery & Homestay located in New Kasama, off Leopards Hill Road, in Lusaka …
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Superstar Roberto Zambia’s Biggest Undervalued Export
July 9, 2020
Arts & Culture
Zambian singer Roberto was nicknamed superstar by his late sister and he has indeed lived up to that moniker.
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Parts of Angela
July 9, 2020
Arts & Culture
Angela Chilufya lived a nomadic life early on. She was born in Kabwe, Zambia and lived there until her family, …
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Mbira music and its princess
May 19, 2020
Arts & Culture
To understand the Zimbabwean people, one needs to explore their culture and in this edition we are paying special attention …
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Agness Yombwe. Examining taboos through art
May 19, 2020
Arts & Culture
Agness Buya Ng’ambi Yombwe is quite a familiar name in Zambia’s contemporary art scene
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A triumphant return for Sampa the Great
March 4, 2020
Arts & Culture
Whilst bringing an eclectic fusion of 90s hip-hop, jazz, accents of neo soul and plenty of African influences, Sampa the …
Esnala Banda
Charles Chambata From self-taught painter to master sculptor
March 4, 2020
Arts & Culture
There is more to Charles Chambata’s sculptures than what meets the eye. Trust me, this is not just another cliché.
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Folk’s not dead
Feb. 7, 2020
Arts & Culture
Folk music has played a special role in most cultures across the African continent
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ZAMBIAN art across the Limpopo
Feb. 5, 2020
Arts & Culture
THE political and economic ties between Zambia and South Africa are so pronounced that other essential connections between the two …
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Musical heroes
Sept. 4, 2019
Arts & Culture
Past meets present Depending on which generation of Zambians you ask, their definition of Zambian music will be varied but …
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THE QUEEN OF REGGAE/DANCEHALL MUSIC IN MALAWI
July 7, 2019
Arts & Culture
The way she utters the words “I am a reggae/dancehall artist” lets you know Sangie means business.
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Discover a World of Perspectives on Zambia
July 7, 2019
Arts & Culture
37d Gallery and The stART Foundation’s recent exhibition A Photographic Perspective of Zambia is unique.
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Tribal Textiles African Design with a Contemporary Twist
May 7, 2019
Arts & Culture
When you think of the words ‘tribal’ and ‘textiles’ you think of rich colourful African prints used for décor or …
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Ammara Brown The Barefoot Goddess
May 7, 2019
Arts & Culture
“I am a vessel. My gift is to interpret the essence of human connection, sonically. Listen, translate, beautify, deliver. After …
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Mulenga Chafilwa The Art of being Socially Conscious
May 7, 2019
Arts & Culture
Mulenga Chafilwa is a visual artist who is well known for producing artwork that is socially conscious and speaks to …
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JAMES SAKALA TAKING CENTRE STAGE
March 13, 2019
Arts & Culture
“If I hadn’t chosen music as a career then I’d probably be a full-time farmer,” James Sakala tells me. James …
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THA JEDI THE LYRICAL MASTER
Feb. 4, 2019
Arts & Culture
The name Jedi has been echoing around the Zambian music industry for a while now. My first thought when I …
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NUKWASE TEMBO
Feb. 4, 2019
Arts & Culture
Nukwase Tembo has a story most creatives can relate to and when I sat down to meet her she distinctly …
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YVONNE MWALE
Nov. 11, 2018
Arts & Culture
Msimbi Wa Kuda When you first hear Yvonne sing you will be moved by the power and passion that laces …
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LECHWE TRUST GALLERY
Nov. 11, 2018
Arts & Culture
In the past few years, Zambia has seen an increase in the number of spaces where the public can view …
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JAGARI CHANDA PERSPECTIVES FROM THE KING OF ZAMROCK
Sept. 5, 2018
Arts & Culture
Several years after Zambia gained independence in 1964, the band WITCH (We Intend To Cause Havoc) emerged with a bang.
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ISAAC KALAMBATA THE UNSEEN: CREATURES OF MYTHS AND LEGENDS
July 25, 2018
Arts & Culture
Hurriedly taking pictures at his apartment cum art studio in Lusaka west, Isaac Kalambata is calm and accommodating as we …
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POMPI: BECOMING POMPI
May 6, 2018
Arts & Culture
NKWAZI: YOU ARE ONE PERSON WHO HAS EVOLVED THROUGH YOUR ART.
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TOM PHIRI: THE ART OF BRONZE
May 6, 2018
Arts & Culture
Tom calmly waxes a just finished stone sculpture in the glaring sun at his home studio, Roots of Expression, in …
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MAUREEN LILANDA
March 6, 2018
Arts & Culture
Maureen Lilanda is a household name when it comes to the Zambian music industry.
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OWEN SHIKABETA: FROM SCRAP TO ART
March 6, 2018
Arts & Culture
Whilst most of us throw away our unused metal products, Owen Shikabeta specializes in up scaling and assembling scrap metal …
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SILVESTER MALI STANDING BEFORE KINGS
Jan. 11, 2018
Arts & Culture
“I was interested in art from a young age because its authenticity was a part of me. It’s what I …
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A STEP OF FAITH
Jan. 10, 2018
Arts & Culture
Prominent gospel artist Abel Chungu shares his musical journey
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UP CLOSE WITH CHEF 187
Nov. 3, 2017
Arts & Culture
We sat down and talked about the man behind the music and his rise to fame.
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DWAIN WHITAKER THE ARTIST
Nov. 2, 2017
Arts & Culture
Now this is a story all about how a boy from a small rural town turn the Zambian capital upside …
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KREATIVE NATIVES
Oct. 2, 2017
Arts & Culture
On the afternoon that I meet them, the Kreative Nativez, John ‘DJ Blocks’ Nshimbi and Jacob ‘Tryybo’ Sinyangwe are still …
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SERAH CHIBOMBWE
Oct. 2, 2017
Arts & Culture
There are many things that can be said about Serah Chibombwe. Talented. Driven. Out going. But not an artist.
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NAMVULA
Oct. 2, 2017
Arts & Culture
If my music were edible it would be something zingy and tangy, with subtle flavours of sweetness. . A savory …
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THE LIFE OF A REALIST
Oct. 2, 2017
Arts & Culture
June 24th 1987 was a surreal day for the Chisha family. They welcomed into the world another bundle of joy
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A Peek Into Lusaka's Conservation Hub: The Wildlife Discovery Centre.
March 1, 2024
Arts & Culture
Join me on a journey to one of Zambia’s remarkable conservation treasures
Bongani Kumar (Adventures with Bobobongz)
Romancing the Ndombondo
March 1, 2024
Arts & Culture
My mother makes music when she cooks: swift turns, tender swirls, gentle splashes, firm shakes, and precise cuts. Her cooking …
Mukandi Siame
El Mukuka Debuts Zebra A Celebration of Two Cultures
June 26, 2023
Arts & Culture
Though El Mukuka is in a great place in his career right now, his story isn’t one of overnight success …
Samm Tembo
The Maker's Hands:Inside Manjarts Community Art Project
May 1, 2024
Arts & Culture
In the Lusaka suburb of Kalingalinga, this grassroots arts initiative challenges perceptions and fosters positive change through creative expression. Explore …
Samm Tembo
Alick Nkhata: Zambia's First Musical Star
May 17, 2024
Arts & Culture
Discover the legacy of Alick Nkhata, Zambia's pioneering musician, broadcaster, and freedom fighter. Learn about his contributions to Zambian music …
Jolezya Adeyemo
Cultural Repatriation: A Long Way From Home
June 27, 2024
Arts & Culture
Returning these objects cannot fully rectify colonialism's impacts, but it would allow for new ownership, storytelling, and an opportunity for …
Mukandi Siame
From Java to Africa: The Origins and Legacy of Chitenge
June 7, 2024
Arts & Culture
Discover the fascinating journey of African print fabric, from its origins in Java to its significant role in African culture …
Jolezya Adeyemo
Seeds of Resistance
May 1, 2024
Arts & Culture
A vast majority of histories we know and have access to are products of colonial realities and stories. These histories, …
Banji Chona
The Enigmatic Kuomboka Ceremony: A Journey Through Lozi Tradition
April 19, 2024
Arts & Culture
The Lozi people are known for the vitality of their culture, distinct history and rich mythology. They’re also known for …
Jolezya Adeyemo
Sugar Bush Farm: Where Homegrown Charm Meets Creative Alchemy
June 27, 2024
Arts & Culture
Hidden on the fringes of Lusaka, Sugar Bush Farm is a secret oasis, ready to immerse you in the warmth …
Bongani Kumar (Adventures with Bobobongz)
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March 1, 2024
Arts & Culture
Isuzu Mud Run 2024 R&G; Events and Isuzu Zambia bring you the ultimate adventure at the 2024 edition of the …
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Concrete Dreams: The Legacy of Findeco House
April 24, 2024
Arts & Culture
India has the Taj Mahal, France has the Eiffel Tower, and the United States has the Empire State Building. In …
Jolezya Adeyemo
MEET THE ARTISTS COLLECTIVE
March 13, 2019
Arts & Culture
Art in Zambia has typically been displayed in art galleries but one group, the Artist Collective, is going beyond the …
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Cosmic Warfare: Eclipses in African Traditional Beliefs
April 11, 2024
Arts & Culture
Both solar and lunar eclipses have held profound significance in the traditional beliefs and myths of numerous African cultures across …
Jolezya Adeyemo
The Origins of Chibuku: An Iconic African Brew
April 15, 2024
Arts & Culture
In the heart of Zambia's mining town of Kitwe, a bustling city on the Copperbelt Province, a brewing legacy was …
Jolezya Adeyemo
The Legend of Nyami Nyami: Guardian Deity of the Zambezi River
April 3, 2024
Arts & Culture
The Zambezi River is a lifeline for countless communities and a source of spiritual significance for the Tonga people who …
Jolezya Adeyemo