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CONTENTS | INSIDE
REGULARS.
A tranquil and
picturesque oasis,
Lilayi Lodge is only
a short drive from
Lusaka
10 WELCOME NOTE 14 WHAT’S ON 16 BUSINESS 24 EXPERIENCE 26 TABLE TALK 30 EXPLORE
34 ART 40 GALLERY 46 VISIT 50 MUSIC 52 CONSERVE
FEATURES.
Domboshava is a
an excellent place
a for a sundowner,
picnic or self-
guided walk
THE PURSUIT
60 DOMBOSHAVA HILL 62 OF WELLNESS
66 WOZA eNANDA 68 THRIFTING 72 LAKE MALAWI
INSIDE PROFLIGHT.
80 FLIGHT TIMETABLE 81 ROUTE MAP 84 PROFLIGHT NEWS 86 FLEET & CUSTOMS INFORMATION
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WELCOME
ON BOARD PROFLIGHT
I
t is with great pleasure that I welcome you on board Proflight Zambia as you proceed to one of our twelve destinations
(nine within Zambia and three international which are Lilongwe, Durban and Harare).
In our last issue of the Nkwazi in-flight magazine I promised to talk more about the aviation industry in Zambia and
in particular about the former Zambia Airways. Zambia Airways came about after the cessation of the Federation of
Rhodesia and Nyasaland and subsequent dissolution of the Central African Airways (CAA) in the early 1960s. Zambia got
three De Havilland DHC2 Beaver single engine aircraft with a capacity of eight passengers, and four twin engine DC3 Dakota
aircraft which were operated on domestic routes. The Zambian government later purchased two twin engine jet aircraft
from the British Aircraft Corporation – the BAC 1-11 which were used on the Ndola route and onto Nairobi, Dar es Salaam,
Blantyre and Mauritius. Airline management contracts were undertaken by Alitalia of Italy who introduced the DC8 -63 four
jet engine intercontinental aircraft that was used on Lusaka direct to London, Rome and Frankfurt in Germany via Larnaca in
Cyprus. Please look for more history in the next issue!
As we approach the festive season and the end of the peak traffic season, I wish to thank you all most sincerely for flying
with Proflight Zambia. Through the continued support of our customers, shareholders, suppliers and all other stakeholders
we have acquired a 50 seat Bombardier Dash- 8 turboprop aircraft that will ease the work load on our 29 seat Jetstream 41
aircraft and provide you, our esteemed customers with a more comfortable travel experience. The Dash 8 aircraft beefs up our
carrying capacity as it supplements our CRJ 50 seat jet aircraft. We look forward to providing you with more comfortable and
faster travel with more seat availability on our upgraded fleet.
In this issue of Nkwazi our business articles focus on the challenges facing Zambia’s innovative SMEs and the opportunities
available to them. Speaking of innovative entrepreneurs, we have an exclusive interview with Savanna Premium Chocolate.
Zambia’s first bean-to-bar chocolate makerw and chocolatier. Our local destination piece is one for the adrenaline junkies
as we focus on the pulse raising adventure activities in Livingstone, aptly named the adventure capital of Southern Africa.
Elsewhere in the region we highlight the stunning Domboshova Hill area, a short drive away from Proflight’s newest
destination, Harare.
It is now my privilege and honour on behalf of our Chief Executive Officer Mr Tony Irwin and his family, the Management Team
and all Proflight members of staff to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year as we look forward to being of
service to you in 2019. Enjoy your flight and happy landing.
Thank you for your continued support.
Captain Philip Lemba
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TABLE TALK MUSIC

EVENTS | SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER
WHAT’SON SAVE THE DATE
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EVENTS AROUND THE REGION FOR THE MONTHS OF SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER
CHRIS TUCKER – LIVE IN

DURBAN
NOVEMBER 09
Award-winning American actor and comedian of Rush Hour
fame, Chris Tucker, will be turning up the heat in Durban for
one night only on November 9th at Durban ICC. Don’t miss
the acclaimed funny man, movie star and humanitarian for a
night of side-splitting comedy. Visit www.christucker.com for
more information. Ticket prices start from R345 per person.
Book now at www.bigconcerts.co.za.
Proflight flies to Durban three times a week

Kasanka National Park Bat Migration
OCTOBER - DECEMBER
From October to December of every year, an estimated ten million fruit bats migrate to the forests of the Kasanka National Park making
for an unmissable spectacle. Park entry fees for Zambian nationals is K25.20 per person per day. Visit https://kasankanationalpark.com/
for more information
TUMAINI FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 02 - 03
The Tumaini Festival is a music festival that takes place in Dzaleka refugee camp in Malawi. It uses music, arts and culture to promote
peaceful coexistence and intercultural harmony. Its previous lineups have featured artists from 15 countries including Malawi, Zambia,
the DRC, Somalia, Italy, Brazil, Japan and more. For more information, visit http://tumainifestival.wixsite.com/tumaini.
ZAMBEZI KAYAK FESTIVAL

NOVEMBER 09 - 13
Conquer the rapids of the mighty Zambezi River at the Zambezi Kayak Festival taking place in Livingstone. There are boat competitions
with prizes to be won, parties, fishing and wildlife tours. Visit thezambezi.com for more information.
THE PAUL JOHN DINNER AND WHISKY PAIRING

NOVEMBER 16
Journey through all things Indian at the Paul John Dinner and Whisky Pairing at the Oyster Box Hotel. Canapes on arrival will be followed
by a five course Indian-inspired menu paired with Paul John single malt whisky. Taking place in The Colony Room from 19h00 to 23h00;
price is R590 per person. For restaurant reservations call +27 (0)31 514 5000 or email restaurants@oysterbox.co.za.
SKYVIEW BARN RALLY

NOVEMBER 17 - 18
The annual Barn Motor Rally will take place at Skyview Lodge on November 17th and 18th, marking the end of the motor rally season.
Cheer on your favourite rally car drivers at the event, which kicks off at 8 a.m. Visit the Zambia Motor Sports Association Facebook page
for more information.
ZAMBIAN ART AND DESIGN SHOW

NOVEMBER 17 - 18
The Zambian Art and Design Show brings together Zambian artists and designers to showcase their works. Products include hand woven
rugs and textiles, furniture, kitchenware, jewellery, recycled fashion, handmade glassware, leather luggage and pottery, all of the highest
standards. This popular annual event is one of the best places to buy unique and quality Zambian products.
WORLD WAR I MEMORIAL

NOVEMBER 25
Many people do not know that the last battle of World War I ended on November 25th 1918 in Mbala. The 100 year anniversary will
be commemorated in Mbala and organised by Zambia Tourism under the theme ‘ Unlocking the tourism and investment potential of
Northern Province 100 years after the end of the 1st World War.’
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KEVIN FRASER LIVE IN LUSAKA

NOVEMBER 30
South African comedian Kevin Fraser makes his debut in Lusaka for one night only at Lusaka Playhouse on November 30th starting at 7
p.m. General admission is K150 and tickets can be purchased in advance via www.creamkulture.com.
CINDERELLA
DECEMBER 07 - JANUARY 06
The KickstArt year will wrap up with a highly anticipated
annual family pantomime, a brand new production of
Cinderella - everybody’s favourite fairy tale. With lush sets
and gorgeous Baroque costumes, toe-tapping songs, jokes
aplenty and masses of audience participation, this is family
entertainment at its very best. Ticket prices start from
R165 for adults and R135 for children and pensioners.local
musicians including Wezi, Esther Chungu and Salma Sky
will perform.
FESTIVE TRAIL OF LIGHTS

DECEMBER 14 - 30
The Durban Botanic Gardens will once again blaze with thousands of lights for the annual Festive Trail of Lights taking place from
December 14th to the 30th. With a variety of charities onsite, the event offers a wonderful chance to give back during the season of
giving. There will also be a host of fun activities and entertainment for the whole family, while food and beverages will be available at the
food garden. Tickets starting at R50 can be purchased at www.webtickets.co.za or at Pick n Pay stores. Limited tickets will be available
each night at the door at R70 per ticket.
VIC FALLS CARNIVAL

DECEMBER 29 - 31
The Vic Falls Carnival is an annual music festival
held in Victoria Falls town, Zimbabwe. The lineup
includes Freshlyground, Lady Zamar and Prince
Kaybee, among others. For ticket information,
visit https://www.vicfallscarnival.com/.
CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER AND DANCE

DECEMBER 24
During this time of tradition and family, the Christmas Eve Dinner and Dance on December 24th will add a touch of Oyster Box glamour
to your festive celebrations, in The Grill Room from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The price is R2 200 per person.
NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER: UNDER THE BIG TOP

DECEMBER 31
Revel in live music from Durban’s finest and a delectable menu that includes an assortment of dishes from around the globe. End the
evening on a high note with an after-party of carnival proportions - a glass of champagne at midnight and DJ Danny Israel spinning the
decks. Taking place on December 31st from 19h00 to 01h00.
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GOING FOR GROWTH

THE CHALLENGES FACING ZAMBIA’S AMBITIOUS SMEs
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ending money to small and from foreign banks at six percent and ambitious as I am, you
medium-sized enterprises eight percent.” TOP: go for a combination
(SMEs) in Zambia is risky Local of debt and equity. The
entrepreneurs
business. However, Noel But if the mainstream banks view partnership with Kukula
have called for
Nkhoma has built a whole SMEs as ‘high risk,’ what is Nkhoma’s more incentives has worked very well.”
business with that as its raison d’etre. attitude to them? “Considered risk,” he to promote According to a company
Launched in 2012 and headquartered tells me, is the only kind of risk BFC is budding Zambian report published last year,
in Lusaka, Betternow Finance interested in. “We lend against cash businesses BFC’s active customer
Company specialises in providing flows. We want to be sure about [a base grew by 228 percent
short-term commercial financing to company’s] cash flows. The quality of from 2015 to 2016 while
SMEs. For many such businesses, our portfolio is quite satisfactory. It’s its shareholder funds
lack of access to the right type about 60 to 70 percent performing. It’s grew by 61.6 percent in
of capital can sometimes pose an within the repayment schedules. In this 2017. Following a loss of
existential threat. It’s not uncommon environment, you don’t get loans paid K699,000 in 2016, the
for budding entrepreneurs to shut off [early]. There’s always bound to be company bounced back
up shop before their businesses get a delay. But we are managing our risks with a net profit of K1.43
the chance to thrive. Borrowing from very well. And so far so good.” million in 2017. The
large commercial banks is prohibitive company is planning to
with lending rates reaching as high as Two years after launching, the company list on the Lusaka Stock
35 percent in some cases, reflecting sought external funding to support its Exchange within the next
the fact that the risk-return profile rapid expansion. This resulted in a K5.8 couple of years.
of many SMEs is deeply unattractive. million investment from Kukula Capital,
Tech entrepreneur Mawano Kambeu a local venture capital and private But while structured
told me, “I just got a quote for 28 equity firm. “By 2014, the company had private equity (PE)
percent from a local bank. Decided to established itself very well,” Nkhoma investing holds enormous
pass. We’ve been fortunate enough says. “We needed recapitalisation but promise, it’s still a nascent
over the last three years to get loans organic growth takes time. If you’re industry in Zambia.
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Mutungu, the Chief

Financial Officer of
Yalelo (a local fish
business) believes
that established
Zambian businessmen
and women have
a vital role to play:
“We need a cohort
of business leaders
who’ve been through
[the business] journey
to guide and invest
[time and money] in
the new cohort that’s
coming up. We don’t
have a lot of that
currently. I would
hope that in 10 to 15
years, our generation
would become that
to younger Zambian
entrepreneurs,” he says.
In Zambia, the
potential to become
Unlike larger regional markets like it only relates to those operating in a
commercially
South Africa, the Zambian PE universe Multi-Facility Economic Zone (MFEZ), TOP:
With a long term successful is real. But
doesn’t enjoy the same joined-up industrial parks or a rural area. While
structures. “PE investing is an exciting this helps some, it doesn’t go far vision and an different issues that
area but deal flow is still very low,” enough for many others.
enabling business might seem isolated
environment com- at first glance actually
Mwiya Musokotwane, Co-Founder mercial success is
and CEO of Thebe Investment Musonda suggests a policy change connect to negatively
possible
Management tells me. “The problem in the area of supermarket supply impact this potential
comes down to finding high quality chains. For years South African success. Underpinning
deals of the requisite size needed to supermarket chains have dominated all this is attitude. “We
scale. No manager wants to be stuck the Zambian market and are don’t have long-term
doing 100 deals of $5 million ticket notorious for importing goods such vision,” says Noel
size each and then tracking them and as fresh fruit and vegetables, which Nkhoma. “A lot of
actively participating in creating value.” can be sourced locally. Musonda businessmen here want
Mafipe Chunga, Associate Director would like to see the government to make a deal, make
at KPMG Zambia agrees: “We don’t continue improving the environment a profit, avoid taxes,
have a clear pathway that leads to for local SMEs while coming down buy a luxurious car, and
small businesses becoming potential harder on the offending supermarket then look for the next
investee companies. The current chains. But Kayula Siame, Permanent deal.”
funding structure we have favours Secretary in the Ministry of
multinationals. Investment banks have Commerce, Trade and Industry, For many years the
never really taken a long-term view on argues that while the government is country has relied on
small businesses.” doing what it can, business owners large multinationals
also need to take some responsibility: and commodities like
A plethora of other structural and “Instead of spending our energy copper for its growth.
policy issues make running an SME in saying, ‘Why are these people However, healthy,
Zambia difficult. A common complaint coming? They shouldn’t come,’ the thriving SMEs led by
amongst SME owners relates to the question should be, ‘Where are the ambitious leaders and
generous tax incentives given to large, opportunities and how can we utilise support by visionary
often foreign, firms investing over them?’ It is the private sector that will policymakers offer
$500,000. Monica Musonda, Founder create the jobs, not the government. a better way: they
and CEO of Java Foods Ltd, shares Getting the private sector to see that instill a culture of
some of this frustration: “No [real] they have a prominent role to play entrepreneurship,
incentives are given to Zambian SMEs. has been a bit of a challenge because create widespread
Small businesses don’t have money everyone expects the government to employment, provide
but they’re expected to pay full costs do everything.” sustainable growth
for everything. They say ‘no tax on and limit capital flight.
profits’ but as an SME, when do you As part of developing an ecosystem Failure is a risk but
achieve profit?” There is in fact a tax that works to encourage and support not trying is an even
exemption policy in place for SMEs but upcoming entrepreneurs, Tembwe greater one.
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MICROFINANCE
A LIFELINE FOR SMEs?
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ambia’s economy has “I started with a K20,000 loan, then customers graduate from
enormous potential, went to K50,000, then I was given TOP: selling from a market
yet rising inequality K70,000, after that I got K120,000 Microfinance has stall to growing their
disconnects more than and the last loan was K200,000,” reaped positive businesses to a point
half of its 16 million said Ms Ngosa who has since results for low- where they have built
people from the nation’s increasing income rural
opened another school (WideEye larger structures… They
prosperity. Economic development women
Academy) in Chililabombwe. have managed to acquire
has not always been accompanied by various assets. We
reduced inequality and not everyone Microfinance serves low-income have got a lot of those
experiences the benefits of economic communities and does so in a spirit examples.”
growth. Microfinance has been billed of partnership rather than charity,
as one way to close the financial said Mukuka Bwalya, Marketing FINCA and other
gap. This is because microfinance and Communications Manager at microfinance institutions
serves those groups that are generally FINCA Zambia. She also added tell numerous stories
excluded and undeserved by that 64 percent of their clients are of SMEs they have
mainstream financial institutions. women. “In terms of our customer assisted and how they
When 53-year-old Sylvia Mporokoso reach, we look at a broad base but are helping to unlock
Ngosa wanted to expand her school predominantly, it is grassroots and Zambia’s enormous
business, she turned to FINCA, one emerging SMEs (small and medium- economic potential. But
of several microfinance institutions in sized enterprises),” said Ms Bwalya. it is not all rosy for those
Zambia, for extra cash to do so. With “We look at that specific market who access money from
five successive loans, she managed segment of customers who find it microfinance institutions.
to expand her Chingola-based school harder to get into the market and The downside to
Wide-eye Primary School, into a fully- access funds from a commercial microfinance is the
fledged private school with more than bank.” interest rates. As one
250 students. Bank of Zambia (BoZ)
“Our customer base is about 60,000 official I spoke to
“When I started I realised that the - that is a combination of borrowers noted, “The loans that
resources were quite limited so I and savers,” said Ms Mukuka. “In microfinance institutions
decided to ask around, then FINCA terms of loans that we have given give out are of high
came in. They approached my school out, our current loan book is at interest rates and the
and I was very happy because I needed about K183 million.” She also adds: repayment period is
to expand,” explained Ms Ngosa who “We have a number of great case usually short. These
sounded jovial on the phone. studies, where we have seen our rates can be as high
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female entrepreneurs in
rural areas.
Ms Wilkinson outlines
some changes that
must take place first.
“Organisations like FINCA
are looking at how do I
deliver money to people
in rural areas, … and what
kind of relationships
should we be having
with ZOONA, with Airtel
money, with MTN money
so that we can actually
move money back and
forth more easily so that
we don’t have to worry
for them having to go
more than 50 kilometres
back and forth,” she said.
as 40 percent, 60 percent or even difficult to measure the impact of Ms Wilkinson also adds:
70 percent and higher because the microfinance but overall it appears TOP: “What will change the
money is given to the informal sector the impact on the economy is The benefit of
microfinance game is mobile money and
where the risk of defaulting is high.” insignificant. It can, of course, be
institutions we are watching how that
measured in terms of how many
is they serve might emerge and help.”
Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) loans have been given out to groups generally
Zambia CEO Betty Wilkinson states marketeers.” overlooked by In addition, she says: “So
that true financial inclusion means, mainstream
Furthermore, while some individuals you have organisations
“Every person in Zambia should financial
have the opportunity and the right and groups access funds to start institutions like AGORA Microfinance
to have affordable, convenient, and grow their businesses, a larger which has computerised
uncomplicated and wide-ranging share of microfinance loans is used its system and entered
financial services that meet their for consumption purposes. While all their information into
needs. But what we found from there is no shortage of stories tablets. So, they can go
our research in 2015 is that only from people who have benefitted into the village, talk to
59 per cent of the population has economically after accessing their clients or potential
any access - formal or informal - to microfinance loans, the effect clients, work with them
financial services. So, we have a lot of microfinance on the overall on assessing what their
of work to do… But the government economy will remain marginal so financial needs are and
has committed to moving from long as a greater share of the loans setting up those accounts,
59 percent to 80 percent of the are used for consumption. pretty well quickly, like in
population having access to one day, they can do it,
financial services by 2022,” said On a more positive note, the and this is in very isolated
Ms Wilkinson. FSD is a non-profit financial education component is rural areas.”
company that works with financial something that the BoZ official
service providers, policy makers and acknowledges. “The good thing The benefit of
civil society to make the country’s about microfinance institutions microfinance institutions
financial sector more inclusive. is that they offer extra support is not necessarily
In 2016, a commitment under Vision beyond funding, such as [teaching] about the capital that
2030 was made to transform Zambia book keeping skills,” he said. “Banks
is disbursed. It comes
into a middle-income country don’t do that to the same extent.”
from the fact that
by 2030. Some financial experts Latest figures from BoZ show
microfinance institutions
say, microfinance can help drive that the number of microfinance
provide funding and
government’s vision and close the institutions has almost doubled,
financial education to
inequality gap but there are few from 18 in 2008 to 34 in 2017 – an
challenges that must be overcome. 88 percent increase over the last those people that are
“Some of the challenges are physical nine years. One official at BoZ, said overlooked by traditional
or logistical, some are technological although it’s difficult to measure financial institutions,
and others are attitudinal,” said Ms the real impact of microfinance on including people in rural
Wilkinson. the economy, non-banking financial areas and cash-strapped
institutions are proving to be useful SMEs. At the same time
While microfinance is touted as a to SMEs, women and youth groups microfinance loans are
way to reduce inequality its overall who want to start a business or pay not without their flaws
effects on inequality and the for school fees. Research has shown considering the extremely
economy are not always clear. The that microfinance models can reap high interest rates and
BoZ official I spoke to noted, “It is positive results for low-income short repayment periods.
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BUSINESS | SELLING CITIZENSHIP
SELLING CITIZENSHIP
HOME IS WHERE YOUR MONEY IS
Words by Kapalu Mutenda Images courtesy of Shutterstock
of Treasury’s Financial
Crimes Enforcement
Network issued an
advisory to the effect
that the Kittitian and
Nevisian CIP was being
abused. Individuals, many
of Iranian descent, were
using their acquired
nationality to engage in
illicit financial activity.
This debacle led to over
15,000 passports being
recalled by the St Kitts
and Nevis government.
Canada was among the
countries that moved to
revoke St Kitts and Nevis’
visa-free travel status.
This resulted in great

embarrassment to the
government and dented
the country’s reputation.
C
Global and regional
ountries around the world in Bulgaria and up to $1 million in the security is not the only
have various means by United States (though the latter applies TOP : concern raised by critics
which a foreign nation to residency). Mauritius has of CIPs. Many indigenous
can acquire citizenship. announced plans citizens have spoken
Whether through long Another characteristic is the mode to launch a CIP, out on being priced out
term domicile, marriage or under or area of investment may be making it the first of their communities by
international refugee law, these ways restricted. Some countries like Spain African country to an influx of rich foreign
do so investors. With the
have a long history in international require a €500,000 investment in
law. A more recent means of acquiring real estate, while Latvia requires market prices responding
citizenship is through citizenship by a €65,000 investment in equities. to the artificial increase
investment programmes (CIPs). CIPs While Dominica allows you to make a in average net worth it is
began in 1984 when introduced $100,000 contribution directly to the reflected in local property
by Caribbean island nation, St Kitts government. The government often prices. Furthermore,
and Nevis. The newly independent makes available a list of approved many locals remain
nation sought to attract foreign direct projects or industries, with real estate concerned that the
investment by exchanging citizenship and hotel development by far the most investors’ failure to
for a contribution to the national popular. embrace local languages
coffers. CIPs are a divisive topic and cultures often leads
with its critics expressing concerns Many governments have been criticised to tension.
about internal and diplomatic risks for their reluctance to vet individual
posed by the programmes. While its CIP applicants. With the lure of liquidity When Cyprus initiated its
supporters defend CIPs as a legitimateas strong as the fear of scaring off CIP five years ago there
means of raising capital for national future investors, the controls for were similar concerns,
development. who can invest can be lax. This is not especially among many
the case for all countries with CIPs. in Europe when they
Specifications differ but most CIPs Yet there are enough countries, with noted the number of
place a minimum figure to be part of whose citizenship investors enjoy less Russian oligarchs taking
the programme. While St Kitts and restrictive travel and trade policies, to advantage of this scheme.
Nevis require a minimum investment make this a matter of concern. For an investment of $2
of $150,000, prices range from This concern was exemplified in 2014 million they were able to
$4,000 a year in Thailand to €500,000 when the United States Department acquire citizenship and
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thus side step any potential fallout from a breakdown
in relations between their birth country and any desired
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EXPERIENCE | LILAYI LODGE & GAME FARM
LILAYI LODGE AND GAME FARM

AN OASIS OF CALM JUST OUTSIDE THE CITY
Words and images courtesy of Lilayi Lodge
L
ilayi Lodge is a bespoke, outside your veranda.
luxury safari lodge consisting MAIN: Our Deluxe Chalets
of 12 Deluxe Chalets and Sit back and sleep two people
two Family Chalets nestled enjoy the Lilayi comfortably. Each unit
experience with
amongst 650 hectares of consists of an open
sights and sounds
unspoiled grassland. It is home to of the Zambian as plan, en suite bedroom
over 25 different species of mammals your background with a tastefully
and over 300 different species furnished lounge.
of birds. This area of unspoiled LEFT: The bathrooms boast
grassland and woodland on the Your visit to Victoria Albert Volcanic
outskirts of Lusaka is renowned for Lilayi Lodge isn’t limestone soaker baths
its pristine plant life and tranquil complete without and spacious showers,
a game drive or
surroundings. A mere 35-minute drive while the room’s
nature walk
from Kenneth Kaunda International folding bay windows
Airport, Lilayi lodge is the perfect open up to a wooden
stop off destination at the beginning deck and veranda.
and end of your Zambian Safari Amenities include LED
adventure. Lilayi Lodge was officially satellite television,
opened in November 1991 and has wireless Internet
been well known as one of Lusaka’s connection, bar fridge
main attractions for many years. In
2013 the owners of the lodge, the
Miller family, decided to completely ZAMBIA - LUSAKA
renovate this iconic piece of Zambian Lilayi Lodge is a mere
history and create a first class 35-minute drive from
establishment that showcases the Kenneth Kaunda
best that Zambia has to offer. International Airport.
Experience luxury nestled inside
our game park as wildlife graze right
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EXPERIENCE | LILAYI LODGE & GAME FARM
and coffee/tea station. service and attention to detail being food, and wine pairing
Lilayi Lodge is perfectly suited for key factors to our guests’ enjoyment. experiences a regular
your family safari. Our family chalets Our restaurant team takes great pride occurrence in our
consist of two double bedrooms, in showing guests what we have to
dining room. If you are
each en suite, and can comfortably offer - from our crystal stemware and
accommodate a family of four people. decanters through to our specialist a lover of fine wines
Each chalet has a furnished lounge, wine list and coffee. Dining in the then allow us to create
allowing for relaxation after family heart of Lilayi Game Farm means that your perfect dining
meals and activities. Amenities include guests have the opportunity to be experience right in the
LED satellite television, wireless surrounded by grazing wildlife as the heart of Africa.
Internet connection, bar fridge and sunsets in Zambia.
coffee/tea station.
Lilayi Elephant Nursery:
Our team of dedicated chefs prepare
Any visit to the lodge would not dishes using only the freshest Human-animal conflict
be complete without a game drive produce - tender meat from the game is an increasing threat
or bush walk lead by one of our farm with organic vegetables and to the African elephant
knowledgeable guides who have over herbs sourced from the neighbouring population. Baby
20 years’ experience introducing Lilayi Farm. The in-house wine cellar elephants are often
guests to the resident giraffe, roan boasts over 120 different wines,
the victims of these
antelope, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest, which have been hand-picked by our
tsessebe as well as many others which sommelier to enhance your dining conflicts and find
call the park home. Enjoy the Lilayi experience. Lilayi Lodge is proud to themselves without
sunset amongst the animals with a have a team of talented chefs and a family. Through our
glass of wine or cold drink whilst on a dedicated waiters, some of whom TOP TO BOTTOM: partnership with Game
late afternoon game drive. have been with us for over 20 years. The Lilayi Elephant
Nursery Rangers International, a
non-profit conservation
Your culinary experience at Lilayi At Lilayi Lodge we have had the Lilayi Lodge is
will be one of the highlights of your privilege of hosting wine makers and organisation, Lilayi
famed for its food
Zambian experience. We strive for estate owners from around the world and wine pairings Lodge is giving them
excellence in our restaurant with in our restaurant, which has made a home and a family
at the Lilayi Elephant
Nursery with the hope
of re-introducing them
to the wild. This is
all achieved with the
Lilayi Lodge is the ongoing support from
only lodge in Zambia
that has an elephant the Department of
nursery National Parks and
Wildlife.

These baby Elephants
are fed a milk formula
every 3 hours. The
lunchtime feeding can
be viewed daily by
the public between
11h30 - 13h00 from
the viewing platform
located near the
entrance to the Lilayi
Game Farm. There is a
small fee charged for
this activity, which is a
donation towards the
project.
For bookings contact
+260 971002010
or reservations@
lilayilodge.com. Visit
www.lilayi.com for more
information.
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TABLE TALK | THE QUEEN OF ZAMBIAN TV
From Kabanana to
Zuba, Becky is a
go-getter who has
been part of virtually
every major Zambian
TV production.
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TABLE TALK | THE QUEEN OF ZAMBIAN TV
THE QUEEN OF ZAMBIAN TV

WITH BECKY NGOMA
Words by Jolezya Adeyemo Images by Kalichi Pictures
I
f you watch Zambian TV and film she had no transport
productions, chances are you’ve money. Anyone who
come across Becky Ngoma’s knows Lusaka knows
work. She’s the writer for Zuba, a this is a huge distance
hugely popular new series dubbed to cover on foot. All the
‘Zambia’s first telenovela,’ which workshop participants
airs on Zambezi Magic. Becky is a except for herself and
director, producer, screenwriter and Jessie had impressive
actor. Some of the productions she CVs. Becky felt out of
worked on in include acclaimed local place and somewhat
series, Kabanana, Love Games and intimidated but she
Fever and films, Suwi, Mwansa the pitched an idea to the
Great and the BAFTA-winning I Am workshop trainer and he
Not a Witch. Becky has also worked loved it. This made her
on the set of legendary South African feel that she belonged
soap opera, Generations. and gave her the
confidence she needed
Becky and I met up at The Retreat to keep going after what
in Roma Park. The restaurant name she wanted.
perfectly describes the location,
which is situated in a quiet cul de sac Two of the most
and will make you forget the hustle important mentors
and bustle of Lusaka. Serene and and collaborators
free of distractions, it was the ideal Becky learned from
place to have a heart to heart with are directors Lawrence
the TV industry veteran. As we dined Thompson and Catherine
al fresco, with the pool and greenery Kaseketi. Becky notes
in view, Becky told me her favourite didn’t work out but while other how she learned
thing to eat is nshima with lots of members of the group moved on, MAIN AND professionalism from
veggies and meat. However, on this Becky and her friend, Jessie Chisi, ABOVE: Lawrence Thompson the
day she went for a classic smoked with whom she directed the first Becky Ngoma hard way. “The first time
chicken and mushroom pizza, though season of Zuba, just couldn’t move Lawrence invited me
she was tempted by the chicken liver on. Despite family pressure to get a to set I got to work ten
pâté. conventional job and not much of a minutes late and he fired
local TV and film industry to speak me.” Thankfully, she had
Becky clearly loves her work. This is of, she pursued her dreams. “My many more chances to
obvious early on in our conversation mum and I fought a lot. She worried work with him and was
when her face lights up as soon as I that my chosen career was unreliable never late again. When
ask how she got into TV and film. Her and wouldn’t take Becky complained that
interest in storytelling was sparked me anywhere,” Zambia’s film industry
by her grandmothers who recited Becky says. Today, “My mum and I fought was too small Catherine
folktales to her when she was a child. however, Becky has a lot. She worried that Kaseketi challenged her
Becky would retell the folktales to her mum’s support. my chosen career was and said, “If there’s no
her friends, adding new characters unreliable and wouldn’t film industry who do you
and plot twists. At nine years old Several times
take me anywhere.” expect to create it other
Becky started writing poetry and pursuing her dream
than you, the people
later joined her school’s drama and meant walking
that want to be in it?”
press clubs. All the while she loved long distances across Lusaka when
This pushed her on and
watching TV and longed to go from a she had no transport money, if
encouraged her to keep
consumer to a producer. only for the opportunity to learn
working and to mentor
from established filmmakers and
up and coming talent
Years later, Becky’s church drama meet potential collaborators. Becky
once she found success.
group entered into film production once walked from Emmasdale to
and she seized the opportunity to Longacres, to attend a filmmakers’ While Becky has found
get involved. The venture ultimately workshop at Alliance Française when success she notes that
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TABLE TALK | LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
things could be better.

She recalls her early
days as a producer
seeking funding from
corporates. Being
young and female
Becky was often
not taken seriously.
Similarly, in the early
days, some male
colleagues didn’t take
her seriously when
she took on the role of
producer or director.
Sourcing funding is not
as difficult as in those
early days but Becky
asserts that the TV and
film industry requires
much more investment
and support from the The Retreat offers
corporate world and tantalising and
government. authentic meals
made from only the
When asked about life freshest ingredients,
outside of work she in a laid-back setting. she is shining because of Zuba. The
says, “Besides work show is about a 17-year-old village
my other obsession bella, named Zuba, who is tricked by
is my kids. I’m very her stepmother into taking a job as a
family-oriented. And maid in Lusaka. She is thrown into the
I love nature and deep end and sent to work for the
water. I’ll take any Sosalas, a rich, dysfunctional family.
chance to travel to a Ultimately, it’s about the haves and
beach and wherever
have-nots. During its recently ended
there’s water.” Becky
first season Zuba was the most
also loves to read,
watched show on Zambezi Magic.
describing herself as
a “big bookworm” The second most watched show: the
and while she loves Zuba reruns. It’s no small feat to write
multiple genres, lately a show that can captivate the masses
she has been focused but Becky is up to the task. To keep
on reading books on viewers hooked she makes sure to
African history. She not only come up with entertaining
also loves and values storylines filled with drama and
books because it suspense but more importantly, she
was from books that writes stories that resonate within
she first familiarised the Zambian cultural context and
herself with the craft have relatable characters.
of directing before she
had firmly established
herself in the local BECKY’S BUSINESS GEMS
industry. career. Another thing is that she got
TOP: to do what she wanted, which was • Invest in relationships that help
Becky feels her biggest Becky ordered the writing. Whereas on other sets she you grow as a person. Make your
career highlight was Retreat’s smoked was sometimes shoved into roles network work for you.
landing a job as a chicken and she didn’t want. While frustrating
writer on Kabanana. mushroom pizza • You’re only as great as the team
she says this had its benefits as she
“It was Zambia’s first with a salad on the you lead. When you invest in and
side gained a complete understanding of
soap opera, it was big the industry. Even her studies came respect your team they make you
and viewers loved it,” look good.
in handy. She believes she’s naturally
Becky rightly points
good with people but studying • Individualism brings success but
out. The show also
HR management and psychology not the sustainable kind. Apply
offered steady long-
developed her people management Ubuntu (the African philosophy
term employment for
skills and made her a better crew that espouses the oneness
Becky and appeased
leader.
family members of humanity and encourages
who worried about And while Kabanana may be her compassion) at every level of life,
the insecurity of her main career highlight at the moment including your business.
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EXPLORE | ADVENTURE AWAITS
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Images courtesy of Safpar, Shearwater, Tongabezi Lodge and Livingstone’s Adventure
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not your ankles. You

freefall about 70
metres and then you
swing across. You can
do the swing solo or do
a tandem swing with
a courageous partner.
Another option is to
take in the views as
you abseil down the
gorge. Once down you
can walk the gorge
and enjoy lunch at the
bottom.
DYK: The gorge swing

in Livingstone is the
world’s first.
ON THE EDGE OF
GLORY
The Devil’s Pool is

famed as the world’s
I
most stunning and
t’s become a bit of a cliché, exhilarating natural
Livingstone the adventure rock pool, right on the
capital of Southern Africa and edge of Victoria Falls.
Livingstone the tourism capital Feel the sensation of
of Zambia. But the titles are well water of the Zambezi
deserved. The town is the ultimate gushing past you as
playground for adventure seekers, they cascade over
with a variety of adrenaline pumping into the gorge below.
activities and is easily accessed from The falls measures
within and outside Zambia. Dust off 108 metres at
your adventure gear and head to its highest.
FYI: There are
Livingstone for the thrill of your life. five daily trips to
The Devil’s
Livingstone Island, Pool,
A LEAP OF FAITH from which you can situated
Bungee jumping is a rite of passage swim to the Devil’s on
for any adventure lover who sets Pool. Be sure to
book well in advance
foot in Livingstone. The bungee
though. Livingstone
jump will have you descending 111
metres into the Batoka Gorge through Island is
which the Zambezi River carves its typically open
way. The gorge is massive, about from August to
120 kilometres wide, and incredibly January.
beautiful. It’s home to numerous bird
species, hippos and crocodiles, among Close to the Devil’s
others. Pool is the lesser-
known Angel’s Pool.
Your alternative option
There’s no more exciting place in the
when the force of the
world to bungee jump. If you only do
water in its diabolical
one adventure activity in Livingstone,
sister are too high. But
let it be the bungee jump. Even if
don’t be fooled by the
you’re not an adventure junkie, there’s
LIVINGSTONE - ZAMBIA name, the experience
no better way to force yourself to face
of the Angel’s Pool is
your fears. Take the leap and you will GETTING THERE no less thrilling and
feel invincible afterwards. Livingstone is a 6 to 7 hour the views are just as
drive from Lusaka captivating.
SWING INTO ACTION
Two alternative ways to experience Proflight has daily flights to Lusaka EXPERIENCE THE
the Batoka Gorge are with the gorge from Livingstone SLAM-BEZI
swing and abseiling. The gorge swing The Zambezi River has
is similar to a bungee jump except long been recognised
the rope is placed around your torso, as one of the best in
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the world for white water rafting. As

you navigate your way through the
class IV and V rapids you’ll understand
why it’s nicknamed slam-bezi. Zambezi
offers some of the toughest white
water rafting experiences in the world.
With rapids bearing names such as
‘Commercial Suicide,’ ‘Terminator I and
II,’ ‘Gnashing Jaws of Death,’ and ‘Devil’s
Toilet Bowl,’ you know you’re in for a
wild ride. Half day, full day and multiple
day rafting options are available.
Fun fact – According to Tonga

mythology Nyami Nyami is a river god
occupying the Zambezi and controlling
aspects of life in and around the river.
Stay on Nyami Nyami’s good side and
he will grant you safe passage.
FLY IN THE FACE OF FEAR

Experience heavenly views of the
Victoria Falls, Zambezi River and
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park from
the skies with a microlight flight. TOP TO BOTTOM:
Flights are available all year round, The Zambezi River
weather permitting. 15 to 30 minute is well known as one
flight options are available, as well as of the best for white
water rafting
personalised charter flights.
Know before you go

You are not permitted to carry your
own camera on a flight but microlight
aircrafts are fitted with photographic
equipment and you can buy photos
from your flight.
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Limited flights are

THIS PAGE: available so don’t leave
With lot of activities your booking till the last
and breathtaking minute.
views, Livingstone
is the adventure
SAFARIS
junkie’s dream
You can experience
Zambian wildlife from the
comfort of a 4x4 vehicle
and while this is great,
you can take things up
a notch. Spend a couple
hours walking through the
Mosi-oa-Tunya National
Park Tours in a walking
safari. Get up close to the
antelopes, zebras, giraffes,
elephants and the rich
birdlife. Also learn about
the park’s plant life. Or
why not have your safari
experience on the mighty
Zambezi River. Take your
pick of half day, full day
and overnight canoe safari
options. Other options
include fishing safaris and
horseback safaris.
QUAD BIKING
There are two trail options
available. The eco trail
takes you through some
rough terrain but is
suitable for beginners and
advanced riders. Expect to
come across some game
as you meander through
the Zambian bush. The
Village Trail allows you to
interact with locals and
adds a cultural experience
to the exciting ride.
*To plan these and more

activities contact Safpar,
Shearwater, Tongabezi
Lodge and Livingstone’s
Adventure.
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ART | LECHWE TRUST GALLERY
LECHWE TRUST GALLERY

THE LECHWE TRUST ART COLLECTION
FINALLY FINDS A HOME
Words by Mazuba Kapambwe Images by Kalichi Pictures
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I
n the past few years, Zambia has is one of the largest and most and cultural exchange programmes,
seen an increase in the number of significant private collections in provide a space for visual artists to
spaces where the public can view Zambia now features over 340 display and sell their art and preserve
art. For instance, Modzi Arts, the paintings, drawings, ceramics and contemporary artistic heritage and
Zeela Art Gallery and Temwani Art sculptures. The Trust already has contribute to sustainable tourism. Its
Gallery have all opened in the space of plans to acquire more art works to central location near Great East Road
two years. There is no doubt that none add to its large collection. Without means it is easily accessible by public
of these galleries would have existed a dedicated gallery to showcase transport.
without the inspiration of a thirty-two the collection, it was stored in
year old charitable organisation called two large metal containers. The Walking into the gallery for the first
Lechwe Trust. only way the public had access to time, one of my first thoughts was
selected works from the collection that it is not as large as I expected it
Lechwe Trust was founded by artists was by attending various exhibitions to be, considering the huge collection
Henry Tayali, Cynthia Zukas MBE and including a 1993 retrospective of possessed by the trust. However, it is
Bente Lorenz in 1986. Many years Henry Tayali at the Mpapa Gallery, an airy space that is easily navigable
after his death, Tayali is still considered Lusaka Museum opening in 1996, and wonderfully laid out. The artwork
Zambia’s foremost artist. In addition a Lechwe Trust exhibition in 2000 will be rotated every few months by
to being a painter and sculptor, he was and other exhibitions, with a more the curatorial team. Currently the
also a lecturer and one of the country’s recent one held in 2016. gallery’s curator is William Miko, who
most vocal advocates for the arts. Since is an artist and Fine Arts lecturer.
her arrival in Zambia in 1965 Zukas Art lovers finally have a chance to
has committed herself to growing the view the Lechwe Trust collection at One of the first paintings that caught
arts scene in the country. The late its gallery which recently opened to my eyes was ‘Destiny’ (1960-1965),
Lorenz served on several art-related the public in the Rhodes Park area one of Henry Tayali’s most famous
committees and worked to preserve of Lusaka. Zambia Open University works and a jewel of the Lechwe
traditional art forms. students who are enrolled in the Trust collection. The dystopian
Fine Arts Degree Program were painting, which shows people in a
Lechwe Trust was founded with the one of the first groups to visit the large, polluted city, engaged in back
primary aim of providing educational gallery. breaking work to make a measly
grants to promising artists. Other living. Another eye-catching piece
aims include the purchasing and The benefits of having a permanent is ‘Makishi’s Last Supper’ (2013) by
commissioning of art works for public space to house it’s collection are Ignatius Sampa, which is inspired by
viewing, supporting organisations numerous. With its own gallery Leonardo Da Vinci’s work and instead
promoting the visual arts, encouraging space Lechwe Trust will house of Jesus with his disciples, features
art education and promoting exhibitions and display its large art collection masked makishi dancers. The current
in Zambia and beyond. for continuous public viewing, art on display in the space offers a
The Lechwe Trust collection, which provide a space for art education great insight into the diverse pieces of
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art owned by Lechwe Trust and indeed

the diversity of artwork produced by THIS PAGE:
Zambian artists. The Lechwe Trust
holds one of
Zambians and international visitors the largest and
most diverse art
alike can look forward to visiting on
collections in
many occasions to see what future Zambia
exhibitions will be held. The opening of
the Lechwe Trust gallery was definitely
worth the thirty-two year wait. As art
critic Andrew Mulenga stated, “One can
only relish the fact that collections such
as Lechwe with artworks that actively
express contemporary reality in an
African context remain on Zambian soil
for the enjoyment of many generations
to come…The collection in its entirety
has always been a combination of
budding Zambian geniuses alongside
seasoned visual arts stalwarts and the
works continue to express recurrently
fresh narrative that speaks to the
country’s post colonial turn of the
1960s, the nationalism of the 1970s,
the wide ranging, uncertainty of
the 1980s, the cultural exchange
movements of the 1990s and the global
turn of the present.”
Though the Lechwe Trust Gallery has

been open to the public since April
2018 it will hold an official opening
event in December 2018. The gallery
is open to the public from Tuesday to
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 a.m.
For more information email

lechwetrust@gmail.com or drop in at the
gallery where the staff will be able to
advise you.
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FASHION | MOM SHORTS
MOM SHORTS
THREE STEPS TO NAILING THE SUMMER LOOK
R
Words by Marian Chileshe Images by Timothy Ntengerenji
emember Bermuda shorts?
Well they are back in style,
although they never really
left the fashion scene.
The only difference now is
they’re called mom shorts (or mum
shorts). They’re high-waisted and
can either be loose fitting or have a
tight fit at the bottom and end right
above the knees. Nobody wants to
break a sweat in this heat. Our next
best option is an item that is both
comfortable and easy to style. Which
is why mom shorts are a wardrobe
must have this summer. They’re
ridiculously comfortable, will help
keep you cool in the heat and they
look great. The key to unlocking your
best mom shorts look is what you
pair them with, and I am about to
hand you the key in these three easy
steps.
1. WEAR A BELT
When it comes to finding
the perfect fit around the
waist, I am sure I speak for a
lot of ladies when I say the
struggle is real. Mom shorts
are no exception to this, but
it’s nothing a belt can’t fix.
However, if you are one of
those lucky ladies who always
gets the perfect fit around 2. WHEN IN DOUBT, WEAR LOAFERS
the waist, belts will still come After spending hours looking for the perfect
in handy as they will cinch outfit every morning, raise your hands if you get
you in and give of an illusion lazy when it comes to the shoes and throw on
of a thinner waist and wider the first pair in sight. Well guess what, with mom
hips. If you spent winter in shorts you get to be extra lazy because loafers
bed snacking on everything always work. Tassel loafers, Belgian loafers,
in sight, the gym might not penny loafers, Horsebit loafers, any kind of loafer
be your only savior. A stylish you can possibly think of will go with any kind
belt can also help add a little of mom shorts. My theory is mom shorts and
pizzazz to your outfit. loafers were made in the same warehouse and
have been inseparable since.
3. TUCK IT IN, UNLESS IT’S A CROP TOP OR A PEPLUM TOP

It’s all about the snatched waist when it comes to mom shorts and one
should avoid covering the waist all costs. Tuck in long shirts but not waist
revealing crop tops and peplum tops.
BONUS TIP
You don’t need to break the bank for a pair of great denim mom shorts. Just grab that pair of
mom jeans that you never wear, cut them right above your knees and voila, you have yourself
a new pair of mom shorts.
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IN FRAME | MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
JOE BILLS
MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY
M
anyando S Kangwanda was born in Lusaka in
1982. He is a licensed alcohol and drug abuse
counsellor and a graduate in mental health
studies. Working under the artistic name Joe
Bills, he is a self-taught photographer. He has
also worked as a filmmaker, choreographer and wedding
videographer for the last ten years.
His love for macro and wildlife photography developed from

childhood with a love for observing the insects, birds and
amphibians around him and from nature books his mother
bought for him. Later, this love was reignited when he stumbled
upon a macro lens and he fully committed himself to developing
his craft and growing his portfolio.
Joe Bills believes nature offers glorious beauty at every scale.

However, most people are not attuned to the fact that rewarding
macro photography can be found close to home. Even the tiniest
pot plant or backyard garden can direct us into fascinating new
worlds, which are inches away but go unnoticed as we pass them
by every day. Joe Bills feels that one of the greatest things about
macro photography is that you don’t have to travel far at all to
get the perfect shot.
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TINY BEE
Camera model: Canon EOS 550D
Speed : ISO 100
Exposure: 1/200 sec at f/5.6
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SPIDER FEASTING
Speed : ISO 100
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DRAGONFLY FACE
Speed : ISO 100
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ARMY WORM LEGS

Speed : ISO 100
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BEETLE
Speed : ISO 400
Exposure: 1/200 sec at f/8
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VISIT | QUEENS, NEW YORK
QUEENS, NEW YORK

NYC’S MELTING POT
Words by Mazuba Kapambwe Images courtesy of the Queens Night Market, Tom Perry, NYC & Company, Julienne
Schaer, Kate Glicksberg, Charles Sturges, Socrates Sculpture Park
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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
• A culture lover’s dream

• A foodie fantasy Antananarivo
• Family friendly fun and entertainment

• Parks and natural attractions
• Fascinating and well preserved historical sites
FUN FACTS
Queens is the most linguistically diverse part of

the world with more languages spoken there than
anywhere else on the globe.
US president Donald Trump grew up in Queens

and if you have money to burn you can rent his
childhood home on Airbnb.
Manhattan’s Chinatown may be better known but

Queens’ Chinatown is bigger and more authentic
Queens has a growing microbrewery scene and is

home to New York City’s oldest beer garden, the
Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden.
MAIN:
The Queensboro Bridge and the
Queens skyline
W
hen visiting New York, travellers usually have
a bucket list of things they would like to do.
It usually involves visiting Times Square, the
Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty
and Ground Zero, among others. However,
there is so much more to New York than Manhattan. A visit to
the underrated borough of Queens should be on the list of any
foodie, art, history or nature lover. Partly due to its unmatched
ethnic and linguistic diversity - more than half of its population
was born outside the US - Queens is one of the most interesting
places to visit in New York.
Queens is New York’s largest borough, meaning there’s so much

to explore. It is also New York’s most ethnically diverse borough
with plenty of distinct neighbourhoods. Queens is filled with
sites where one can learn about New York’s history, large green
spaces, unique museums, a rich food culture, vibrant nightlife,
major sports tournaments and lots of family friendly fun. Here’s
our guide to what to do, eat and see in Queens.
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C
SOAK IN THE CULTURE
ulture lovers will be spoilt for choice in Queens
with, among other things, an eclectic selection
of museums. The Museum of the Moving Image
is the only museum in the US dedicated to film
and television and is a must see for cinephiles.
In addition to its exhibitions the museum screens about 400
movies a year and hosts panel discussions with creatives in
the film industry. The 2,700-square-foot Noguchi Museum
includes an open-air sculpture garden and galleries featuring
work curated by its founder, artist Isamu Noguchi. The
Queens Museum was constructed in 1939 to complement
the New York World’s Fair. Its permanent collection includes
Tiffany glasses and memorabilia from two world’s fairs.
For contemporary and experimental art by upcoming and
established artists check out MoMA PS1. Also not to be
missed is the Socrates Sculpture Park, a landfill turned outdoor The Socrates Sculpture Park features not only
public park and museum. sculptures but also multi- media installations
and plays host to various social events
throughout the year
O
EAT AND DRINK YOUR WAY AROUND
wing to its large immigrant population hailing
from all corners of the world, Queens has the
most diverse food scene in New City. It also
has the best offerings in terms of street food.
Spend a few hours eating at restaurants and
food trucks such as Phayul, Guadalajara De Noche, Areperia
Arepa Lady and more. You can eat your way through over
80 countries, including Nigeria, Korea, Indonesia and many
more, at the Queens International Night Market. Meals are
capped at $6 making for some seriously cheap thrills. The
night market includes a beer garden and live music. You can
also join a food tour through Queens; the Jackson Heights
Food Crawl being one of the most popular ways to do so.
If you have a sweet tooth and love pastries visit the Prince
Rea House, New Flushing Bakery and Maxin Bakery. The
Flushing neighbourhood is home to Queens’ Chinatown
and Koreatown and the best Asian food in New York. Visit
the Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden for craft beer, burgers,
salads, fish and chips and Czech cuisine.
The weekly Queens International Night Market is one

of New York’s biggest and most diverse food fairs
T
NATURE IN THE CONCRETE JUNGLE
he Queens Zoo is a cageless zoo that is home to
more than 75 species of animals that are native
to America. Attractions include sea lions, Andean
bears, coyotes, pumas, the Canadian lynx and
more. Birdlife enthusiasts can spend a day at the
Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge center which has more than
325 species which covers more than half of the species in
the north east region of the country. The Queens Botanical
Garden is a beautiful 39 acre oasis in Flushing, Queens.
There are various gardens such as the bee garden, the annual
garden, the circle garden and more. During the November-
December season, you can expect to see flowers such as
roses, spider flowers, the blue atlas and more.
Bird watching is one of the most popular activities at the

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, on the out skirts of New York
City
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T
RICH HISTORY
he Unisphere is a giant globe
in the Flushing Meadows
Corona park is the site of
the 1964-1965 New York
World’s Fair. It’s a great place
to take a picture for Instagram and the
visit can be combined with a trip to the
Queens Museum, The New York Hall of
Science, the Queens Zoo or the Queens
International Night Market which are all
a short walk from the Unisphere. You can
take a free World’s Fair History Walking
Tour, which includes the Unisphere, the
zoo and the Hall of Science, every second
Sunday of the month from 11 a.m. to 1
p.m. Many people may not know that
some of the greatest jazz legends in
American history including Ella Fitzgerald,
Louis Armstrong and Lena Horne, among
others, lived and worked in the Queens
neighborhood of Addisleigh Park. The
Flushing Town Hall offers Jazz Trail tours
which include tours of Armstrong’s house
and pubs he and other jazz legends played The gigantic Unisphere is the centrepiece of
at. the Flushing-Meadows Corona Park and one
of Queens’ best known sites
R
FUN ACTIVITIES
ockaway Beach is one of New York’s finest seaside neighbourhoods and is worthy of at
least a day trip. Take advantage of the food trucks (make sure you try the tacos), enjoy
the shopping, get yourself to a beach party, learn to surf or find yourself a fishing spot. Rockaway Beach,
Also head to Citi Field and watch a Mets game or catch a concert. Tennis fans can attend named for the
the US Open where greats like Serena have made their mark. Check out Little India in the neighbourhood, is the
Jackson Heights neighbourhood and shop for gifts and souvenirs, saris and spices and of course largest urban beach
gorge on some delicious Indian food. Also be sure to check out the Jamaica Arts Performing in the United States
Center for plays, musical events and dance performances.
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MUSIC | YVONNE MWALE
YVONNE MWALE
MSIMBI WA KUDA
Words by Esnala Banda Images courtesy of Yvonne Mwale
W
hen you first hear musical career.
Yvonne sing you
will be moved by Yvonne has, despite many
the power and unfortunate circumstances, managed
passion that laces to carve out her career and remain
her vocals. Singing a beautiful blend active internationally performing
of afro-jazz and soul in her native at such events as the Jahazi Jazz
language - Nsenga - she transports Festival (Zanzibar), playing big
you to a new world of promise. festivals in Congo (DRC) and Rwanda.
In Europe, among others festivals,
Having grown up in Eastern Province she has performed at Jazz & The
speaking mostly Nsenga, it‘s no City in Salzburg, Musig am Zürisee,
wonder that is her favourite languages Tollwood Festival and headlined the
to sing in. “I love to sing in Nsenga. It KASUMAMA Festival in Austria.
is my mother’s language and it sounds Yvonne has also performed two
sexy. Plus it brings out the feelings in concerts with Delmar Brown (who
my songs the most,” she explains. has collaborated with Sting and The
Police, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis
Yvonne Mwale, who was born in 1988 and Quincy Jones, among others).
in Zambia, says she was born to sing.
“I chose to make music because I was She feels that being a woman in
born with it. I can’t do anything else. I the music industry has taught her
love music, it’s a part of me and I can’t valuable life lessons. “I learnt that it’s
survive without it.” actually more important to know how MAIN:
Yvonne Mwale was orphaned at 12 years old
to sing than to be sexy. People will but fought hard to make her dreams a reality
Yvonne’s journey has been anything judge you based on how you present
but easy. When she lost both parents, yourself. I learnt to be focused and BOTTOM:
aged only 12, she lost everything. to be brave,” she explains. “You’ll Yvonne has toured extensively around Europe
Whilst living on the streets of Lusaka, be approached by people who have and in Africa
she continued to sing and push her wrong intentions and there are plenty
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DISCOGRAPHY
Her third album was a departure from the

previous one, with a more positive vibe and
the high energy levels that Yvonne’s live
performances are known for.
of temptations. Be disciplined, stick and everyday life issues. Some lyrics

to your principles and be ready and make we wonder what the artist
able to defend yourself.” wants to express.
Yvonne has been based in Germany

for several years and regular tours Music today is hard to enjoy because
In 2011, a year after winning the Ngoma
often have her on the road. Exciting it lacks inspiration and it doesn’t Award for Best Upcoming Artist Yvonne
as the globetrotting is, Yvonne misses educate you. Zambians also need released her debut album, Kalamatila. The
home and never forgets her Zambian to give more support to aspiring album introduced her to audiences beyond
Roots. “I still love my nshima. That’s Zambia’s borders and beyond.
talented musicians and we need to
probably the most Zambian thing work on our musical integrity and
about me, I love my nshima and
learn to play live music.” Yvonne’s
vinkubala [mopane worms].”
favourite Zambian artists include
Yvonne is excited to play in Zambia James Sakala and the late Paul Ngozi.
after so many years. “I’ve been While on her previous albums
looking forward to playing in my own Yvonne was often singing about
country for a long time. I’ve been on experiences from her past, in her
the road now for a couple of years. new projects she focuses on having
The last time I performed in Zambia
a positive look to the future. “I
with my own band, called Nyali, was
in 2010. It’s such a privilege for me would love to have a super power
after all these years to finally show to changes peoples minds to make
my own people what I have been them be more peaceful and the
working on.” world a better place. That’s why I like
to sing encouraging songs.”
While Yvonne is happy to play in
Zambia again she feels there is
Yvonne is currently playing
room for improvement within the Yvonne’s sophomore album combined
local music industry. “In my opinion numerous concerts in Germany and blues, jazz and elements of gospel. A deeply
their music would improve if artists neighbouring countries to present reflective album, Yvonne takes a look at her
would talk about real experiences her new album. journey and struggles she’s faced.
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CONSERVE | ZAMBIANS IN CONSERVATION
ZAMBIANS IN CONSERVATION
INVOLVE ZAMBIANS IN CONSERVATION WORK
Words by Luwi Nguluka Images courtesy of Wildlife Crime Prevention
O
n an extremely cold and create awareness around their and his wife Pragna will
Sunday I step off a plane fields of study as well as exposing TOP: achieve them.
at Durban’s King Shaka filmmakers to research which could Nature,
Environment
International Airport be developed and produced into Noel is in Lusaka
and Wildlife
to meet a complete compelling nature, environment and Filmmakers speaking to a room of
stranger. It’s July and lately meeting wildlife content. The days fly by and I Congress (NEWF) students at the first
strangers in airports isn’t as unusual learn more than I ever thought I could held in Durban ever Conservation
as it was at the beginning of the year. about documentary filmmaking. earlier this year Careers Fair (CCF),
organised by Wildlife
The stranger is explaining in great Fast forward to mid-August, I’m back Crime Prevention
detail his idea to get scientists in Lusaka and that stranger, Noel (WCP) in partnership
and filmmakers together to make Kok, is now my good friend. Noel’s with the Department
documentaries. He calls it “NEWF”: contagious enthusiasm and humour of National Parks and
Nature, Environment and Wildlife is lighting up faces at the Mulungushi Wildlife (DNPW) and
Filmmakers Congress. The man is a International Conference Centre as made possible with
natural storyteller and he wants me he tells his life story. The story of funding from the
to share my story with a group of how a boy from Durban became a Woodtiger Fund and
scientists and filmmakers from across music producer, a film producer and support from Latitude
the world. He’s asking what it’s like then founder of NEWF, which has 15. He tells the students
to be a young, black, Zambian female one primary objective, “to become about the NEW Pitch,
working in conservation, a space Africa’s premiere destination for the a documentary film
that is known to be predominantly convergence of nature, environment, competition that will
“male and pale.” His congress is a wildlife and adventure filmmakers, give young Zambians
platform for African scientists and scientists, conservationists and a chance to produce
conservationists to network with broadcast media.” These are lofty their own nature
filmmakers in order to establish goals but after spending a week with documentary.
alternative paths for them to promote Noel in Durban I have no doubt he
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Like Noel, WCP has Close to 500 people are in attendance

ambitious goals. With moving from stall to stall and
this annual event the networking.
organisation aims to
“create an environment
A lot of conservation organisations
more conducive
to participation by are field-based, working in remote
young Zambians in parts of Zambia, rarely venturing into
conservation.” The logic towns and cities and even more rarely
behind it is simple, interacting with students on such a
young Zambians are the large scale. That’s the beauty of the
future of conservation fair; students have the opportunity to
in our country and
meet the faces behind the amazing
engaging them is vital
for the sustainability of conservationists who work in this
the sector. country. Faces such as Chaona Phiri,
a self-professed bird-junkie. Chaona
Historically, however, is the Programmes Manager at Bird
the sector has been Watch Zambia and is managing
perceived to be nine projects on at least 30 bird
exclusive, something
species in Zambia with a great team
only certain groups
are able to access, and of young enthusiastic upcoming
those groups were conservation leaders. Chaona has
rarely young, black or extensively studied the ‘one kwacha
Zambian. But the sector bird,’ the Zambian barbet. The fact
is changing, perceptions that this bird is endemic to Zambia
can change and that’s was a magnet for her, loving to work
why the Conservation
with lesser-known species. Over
Careers Fair brings
together conservation two dozen Zambian conservation
organisations from organisations were represented. There
across Zambia, are government organisations such
demonstrating to young, as the Department of National Parks
educated Zambians and Wildlife and The Department
that conservation is a survival of large carnivores in eastern of Forestry as well as private
rewarding and viable TOP TO BOTTOM: Zambia. Thandiwe is exactly what sector giants such as African Parks,
career path to take. Nearly 500 people young Zambian students should see,
attended the Community Markets for Conservation
a young Zambian female excelling
The fair is a celebration attended the first (COMACO), The Wildlife Environment
in a field very few would venture
of the best Zambia’s Conservation Ca- and Conservation Society of Zambia
reers Fair in Lusaka into. Thandiwe is also a National
conservation sector has Geographic Big Cats Initiative grantee and USAID.
this year
to offer, giving young www
and a 2016 National Geographic
people the opportunity The event was a success, not only
Noel Kok, the Emerging Explorer.
to interact with the
founder of NEWF, in that so many students have
dozens of organisations
at the Conservation Thandiwe is just one of many amazing attended and seen for themselves
in the sector, to get
Careers Fair conservationists in Zambia. There what jobs are available but also
jobs, find out what
is also Griffin Shanungu. Griffin weeks later, Zambians are getting
it takes to work in
graduated from the University of
conservation and of jobs in conservation. For instance,
course to listen to talks Zambia with a degree in Ecology and
Conservation Lower Zambezi (CLZ)
like Noel’s. then went on to obtain a Master’s
in Integrated Water Resources has a new camp manager. This young
The stage hosted a
Management with a specialisation in lady has been employed as a result of
wealth of interesting
speakers. Before Noel Floodplain Ecology. Griffin has been a visit to a CLZ stall at the careers fair.
took the stage the working with the International Crane This goes to show that there is
audience was treated Foundation since 2013 exploring interest in conservation work amongst
to a talk by Thandiwe the interactions between wetland Zambians. With greater efforts to
Mweetwa. Thandiwe is vegetation, threatened wetland birds bridge the knowledge gaps and reach
a senior ecologist and such as cranes and large mammalian
out, more locals can become involved
education manager with herbivores such as the endemic Kafue
and drive the vital conservation
the Zambian Carnivore lechwe. Later in the day Griffin and
Programme (ZCP). several other conservationists give agenda for the future of our country.
Her work focuses on talks about their work in Zambia For more information see: https://
studying population inspiring audience members to join www.wildlifecrimeprevention.com/
dynamics and threats to him in protecting Zambia’s wetlands. index.php/conservation-careers-fair
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SPONSORED | TASTE THE WINE SHOP
TASTE THE WINE SHOP

AGEING LIKE FINE WINE
By Marian Chileshe Images courtesy of The Wine Shop and Cassandra Green Photography
I
knew I’d love my time at Taste the Wine
Shop from the moment I arrived. As I
walked down the red carpet I was greeted
by sounds of laughter and music and I was
struck by the incredible outfits I saw.
Multiple wine brands in stalls covered the
grounds of the Bonanza Golf Course where
the event was taking place. My ticket entitled
me to 12 wine tastings and one of the
hardest decisions I had to make was picking
from such a wide selection of excellent
options. The amount of choice available was
overwhelming. My first pick was a South
African wine, Faithful Hound, which had
a bold, rich flavour. Whiskey lovers were
not left out with brands including Chivas
and Jameson being part of the event. Also
available were various gins, local beers,
craft beers and organic food. Besides wine
I sampled some delicious wraps and other
yummy bites.
In the crowd I spotted singer Salma Sky

who looked gorgeous as always with her
cute baby bump. She was sipping on some
ginger ale and having the time of her life.
Not only was there a big crowd, it was also
an inclusive crowd filled with different races,
age groups and people from various walks of
life. They all had one thing in common and
that was they were all having fun, brought
together by great wine, good food and a
musical lineup to get anyone on their feet.
Later Kuni hopped onto the stage with one of
his fabulous kimonos and graced us with his
beautiful voice and dance moves, which had
his long hair swinging along to the rhythm.
As soon as his set was over Becky took to
the stage and got everyone dancing as she
sang a cover of Bruno Mars’ ‘Finesse.’ It was
impossible to keep my feet still and when I
looked around I saw that I was not the only
one moved by the music. The crowd just kept
getting bigger and bigger and nothing could
kill the vibe.
However, it’s not all about the crowd but the
quality of the event and after five years The
Wine Shop has it down to an art. Like wine
they are getting better with age.
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Show was held in the parking

lot opposite our shop at
Arcades and when it was
turned into an annual event
we decided to select venues
2018 marks five that were in line with the
years of Taste the theme and experience we
Wine Shop, which wanted to give the people.”
has grown into one The event has grown every
of the most highly
year and The Wine Shop
anticipated social
has changed the venue each
events of the year.
time to accommodate the
bigger crowds. “2018 marked
five years of Taste the Wine
Shop and because we were
celebrating an important
milestone we decided to go
with Bonanza Golf Course for
the breathtaking landscape
and a whole new look and
feel. With the help of our
suppliers DGB SA, Meridian
Wines and Pernod Ricard
we managed to give a full
experience of our products
from gins and whiskeys to the
top premium South African
wines, not forgetting craft
beers and gins from our local
brewers.”
A LOVE AND PASSION FOR

WINE
The Wine Shop has a strong

and dedicated team that
loves wine and is always
willing to learn about new
products and improve their
knowledge. “One cannot
sell a product they do not
HOW IT ALL BEGAN
have keen interest in, or any
form of connection. Wine
I chatted with the Wine
is not just any beverage
Shop’s Sales and Distribution
but a product of hard work,
Manager Janice Sutherland
who told me about the creativity and lots of research
beginnings of Taste the Wine and one cannot sell such a
Shop. “It all started as a social product without the respect
event celebrating the opening and connection it requires,”
of our Arcades branch and Janice tells me. Every year
then in the next year it was we add more of the globally
transformed into an annual awarded wines from the most
event branded Taste the Wine well known farms in South
Shop. Each year has been Africa. We also work closely
an amazing experience with with our suppliers to help put
different challenges that have together a list of brands and
improved our approach to wines to suit everyone’s taste
the market’s need for better buds and we always receive
and sophisticated quality overwhelming support from
beverages.” farms that want to come on
Janice got up and returned board and work with us.
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FEATURE | DOMBOSHAVA HILL
DOMBOSHAVA HILL &

CAVE MONUMENT
By Cecilia Kamuputa Images by Joshua Strydom
N
othing is as exhilarating as National Parks, is an ideal spot for a local spirit medium
the pleasure of exploring picnic with the family, a sundowner MAIN : who lives north of the
a city like Harare, the with friends, a self-guided walk with Domboshava is hill claims that she is
animated chatter on one’s dog or in our case, a mini-hiking famous for its possessed by the spirit
balancing rock
busy streets, the music, experience. of the man who settled
the tantalising aromas from the in this area first. This
restaurants and the lively nightlife. As we drove towards the entrance, man had a daughter
However, the surplus of sounds and marked by the Interpretive Centre named Chishava
scenes tend to leave one feeling and housing the monument’s whom he married off
drained and craving a quiet spot far reception area and analytical to another family that
from the madding crowd. Luckily, information about the monument, settled in the area after
one does not have to look far as the huge mass of towering granite him and from then
there are several nature reserves and rock came into view and we were the area was known
resorts around the city, from botanical awe-inspired by how it dwarfed every as Domboshava.
gardens to lakes, parks to woodlands, other feature in sight. The other school of
serving up solitude for a respite from thought suggests that
the glaring city lights. At the Interpretive Centre, we learnt people who are of
about the Domboshava Cave and Hill the Eland (Shava or
One such spot my colleague and I Monument including the fact that Mhofu in Shona) clan
decided to visit is the Domboshava the name Domboshava was made up reside on the north-
Hill and Cave monument, located of two nouns, ‘dombo’ and ‘shava.’ western side of the
30 kilometers north-east of the city Dombo means a hill or stone in hill and this group
centre, in the Chinamora Communal Shona, while there are three theories argues that the area is
Lands. This monument, under the linked to the word shava. The first called Domboshava,
custodianship of the Zimbabwe school of thought suggests that a shortened from Dombo
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revaShava, because
of them. The last and
more plausible theory
suggests that the hill
derived its name from
the patches of red
lichen, which cover
most of the granite
boulders.
Leaving the Interpretive

Centre, after paying
a fee of $4 each, we
were welcomed by
Rambakurimwa Forest,
a thick groove of the
musasa (brachystegia
spiciformis) and
muzhanje (uapaca
kirkiana) trees, at the
base of the hill. The
name Rambakurimwa,
which means ‘that
which cannot be
tilled,’ comes from
the generation-old
folklore about how
years ago, people living
in this area cut down
trees in the groove for
farming purposes but
their efforts proved refuge in the cracks of the rocks. punctuated by the howling wind and
futile as a day after TOP: The arrows eventually took us from gazed in wonder at the immense size
Visitors find the blazing sun to the dark and cool of the hill, which made us seem like
the trees had been cut
themselves moved
down, they were found mouth of the cave, protected by specks of dust. From the summit, we
by imposing
upright and healthy in landscape an overhanging ledge and fenced started our descent and still following
the exact location they off by Zimbabwe National Parks to the arrows, we found ourselves at
had been cut from. The curb vandalism. It felt like we had one of the spectacles of the hill, the
conclusion was that the stepped back into history, facing an famous balancing rock, shaped like a
spirits did not want the exhibition of ancient rock paintings suspended boat. In the shade of the
area to be tilled. - created using plant resin, charcoal spectacular feature I was moved by the
and animal blood - depicting the splendour of the setting sun painting
We followed the men and animals that inhabited this the horizon in magical hues.
yellow arrows that area in history.
took us past the The fleeting beauty of the sunset was
natural pool. Though Moving away from the cave, we replaced by darkness setting in, with
the pool was dry when followed the arrows pointing
calls of the wild from birds like the
we visited, we learnt north-east to two hills standing
Cape turtle dove, the laughing dove
from the guides at the close together, the larger of the
and the black-eyed bulbul filling the
Interpretive Centre two called Chavaroyi meaning ‘for
air, signifying the end of yet another
that during the rainy the witches’ in Shona. Like most
day. With sore limbs, my colleague
season, the pool features of the Domboshava Hill
and Cave Monument, the name and I made our way carefully from the
collects water, which
Chavaroyi is linked to a folklore rocky outcrop and found ourselves
adds to the splendour
and mysterious air of stating that long ago, suspected back at the Interpretive Centre where
the place. witches were brought to the hill for we purchased cold bottled water to
their alleged powers to be erased quench our thirst after a day in the sun.
Still following the by walking around the hill.
arrows, we went up the On our way to that car park, we passed
steep granite outcrop Eventually, we reached the the Curio Centre where various visual
where an occasional marked summit of the hill and art pieces were on display. After
colourful rock lizard the breathtaking view of the exchanging a few pleasantries with
or two, sensing us undulating landscape before our the artists who were still busy at work,
approaching, darted eyes made the soreness in our creating more pieces, we drove back
away before the muscles from climbing the rock to the hustle and bustle of the city,
shutters of our cameras all worthwhile. We stood at the having gained a new perspective on
could click, seeking summit, listening to the silence life and history.
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FEATURE | THE PURSUIT OF WELLNESS
THE PURSUIT OF WELLNESS

Words by Lubumbe Van de Velde Image by Mollie Wallace
I
have always dreamt of finding health, I mean sugar, caffeine and birthplace of yoga, with views of the
that ultimate formula to a happy refined carbs! Who am I kidding? But Himalayas, it seemed like the perfect
and healthy life. However, I the thought of giving them up can be place to journey into a more balanced
hadn’t factored in the importance overwhelming. and healthier version of me.
of a well-functioning digestive
system. I have gone through At the start of this year, I noticed PUTTING WELLNESS TO THE TEST
years of experiencing discomfort the pattern of extremes in my habits
without really understanding its and wrote this down as something I Well, it’s August 2018 and I am in
source. So, naturally I tried a million have to look into. I decided to work Rishikesh, the schedule at the Rishikesh
diets, exercises, lifestyle changes on being more consistent in my Yoga Teacher’s Training Centre is
and therapies. Yes, a million is an efforts to achieve ultimate health. I gruelling yet exciting. Twenty-eight
exaggeration, I am only 30. The have realised that if I were to reach days of submerging oneself into the
thing is, it is quite difficult to stick to my goal of being happy and healthy, wonderful world of yoga. The daily
some of these changes. Also, in the I would have to do it gradually and schedule consists of early rising,
past few years, I have moved cities progressively. including sun salutations during our
and moved house so many times hatha practice at 5:45, followed by
that sticking to a routine becomes In that vein, I decided to dedicate pranayama (breathing techniques).
an extra burden. Fortunately, I do this year to the development of my The day continues with a healthy
enjoy some healthy habits. Take personal yoga practice. I wanted breakfast at 8:30, anatomy at 9:15,
for instance my love for jogging, to explore a more spiritual side to teaching methodology at 10:30, yogic
dancing and intense workouts. But I yoga and decided to enrol in a yoga philosophy at noon, lunch at 1 p.m. and
also enjoy other, less healthy habits teacher’s training course at Rishikesh then finally after a two and half hour
such as indulging in regular morning Yoga Teacher’s Training Centre. break we had ashtanga yoga practice
coffees, chocolate and cake. I know The symbolism of Rishikesh is what to end the day. All meals are strictly
these aren’t good for my digestive drew me to the city. Known as the vegetarian.
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With such a schedule, I became less inclined to indulge
in my usual habits such as my morning coffee, which is
replaced by a cup of lemon and ginger tea in the morning.
I slept on time in order to rise early, fit and ready for the
day. I made sure my body was well hydrated, drinking
loads more water than I usually would. A World of Good
I had hoped that my digestion would improve. To my
surprise nothing much changed. To the contrary I was Wishes. One of the
constipated, nauseous, sluggish and feeling weighed
down. Everything one does not want to feel while doing
inversions and all kinds of exciting yoga postures. I was real joys this holiday
hopelessly in need of a solution and fast, too. This led
me to Ayurveda, an ancient system of Indian traditional
medicine.
season is the opportunity
TRANSITIONING TO A TRAVELLING AYURVEDIC YOGI to say thank you and wish
I began to think about how to take advantage of my
two and a half hour daily break and learn something to you the very best for the
complement my yoga course. I decided on Ayurveda.
My first encounter with Ayurveda was about five years new year
ago in Berlin. I was at a very confusing time in my life,
filled with worry. An Indian friend of mine had come to
visit and she was shocked at the sight of me. My usually
clear skin was rough and dry and my lively eyes had
become dull. My friend introduced me to a few Ayurvedic
therapies I could use to help treat my skin, such as
turmeric and yoghurt paste. She showed me a few spices
I could use in my cooking, such as asafoetida or hing, and
advised me to look into Ayurveda as a way to manage my
diet and reduce toxins and waste materials in the body.
During my introduction to Ayurveda in Berlin, I only

managed to scratch the surface of this comprehensive
ancient knowledge. So now in 2018, back in India I
decided this would be the best time to pick it up again. I
found a school and enrolled into an Ayurveda foundation
at the Vedarjana School of Ayurveda. I had daily classes
with Dr Satinder Rusetra and we took the time to delve
into the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and diet.
Here is where it finally clicked. The importance of a
well-functioning waste elimination system is not to be
underestimated. He explained the effects of movement,
change and interruption on our system. For those of us
who love to travel, it is important to factor in the effects
of movement on our bodies ability to digest and absorb
nutrients, just like we factor in diet, location, season and
time of day.
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months has impacted my body. I am writing this article
from Berlin, after having visited Lusaka, Johannesburg,
Rishikesh, New Delhi, London via Nairobi and Mumbai.
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changes in my bowel movement as part and parcel of my
traveling and movement filled lifestyle. As such changes
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FEATURE | WOZA ENANDA
WOZA eNANDA
FOLLOWING THE TRAIL OF DEMOCRACY
ALONG THE INANDA HERITAGE ROUTE
Words and images by Melanie Rosettenstein
S
ome 25 kilometres north catalytic project that will bring urban Sarvodaya, meaning
of Durban’s city centre lies amenities, such as shopping centres, MAIN : ‘wellbeing for all’ has
the township of Inanda, a closer to the community. With the A replica of John been resurrected and
sprawling semi-rural area promises of a brighter future from Dube’s first home is now filled with his
located in a beautiful green this development in mind we looked inner most thoughts
valley of the same name. Meaning ‘a ahead to the Inanda Heritage Route and ideas. Guests
pleasant place’ in Zulu, it was here and delved into the past. are encouraged to
that the liberated Nelson Mandela enter in a state of
cast his first democratic vote as a THE GHANDI SETTLEMENT contemplation to
tribute to the area’s important role in First stop on the way is the Ghandi truly understand his
the struggle for freedom. The Inanda Settlement, established by the iconic unrelenting vision
Heritage Route was established to Mahatma Ghandi, an Indian lawyer for peace, justice and
allow people the opportunity to travel who settled in South Africa. After equality for all. Also on
the journey to freedom and explore experiencing racial discrimination this site is a museum
how the seeds of democracy were on a train and being thrown off and the interactive
sown in this fertile place more than Ghandi resolved to fight against the Mandela-Ghandi wall
100 years ago. discrimination faced by Indians in which is jam-packed
Today, Inanda forms part of the the country. During his short time with information,
INK area which are the combined in South Africa, Ghandi established videos and pictures of
Inanda, Ntuzuma and KwaMashu the Indian Opinion, a mouthpiece these two influential
townships. Merged in 2001, the area for the Indian community and a men.
is home to about 600,000 people self-reliant settlement in the Inanda
with many households that fall into area which was a multi-cultural SHEMBE
the low-income bracket. Established place where people could labour SETTLEMENT OF
in the early 1900s, Inanda is the together, drawing the same living EKUPHAKAMENI
oldest of the three areas. Through wage and attending to the printing While Ghandi fought
the years the area experienced press in their spare time. It was here for social justice, the
rapid urbanisation especially when that the principle of ‘satyagraha’ or prophet Isaiah Shembe
the apartheid government placed nonviolent resistance took root, a formed the Nazareth
tighter controls on urban Africans. notion which Ghandi used in the Baptist Church
Much development has occurred movement for Indian independence which integrated
there and most notably Bridge City, a after he left South Africa. His home, traditional beliefs with
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Christianity. Shembe
and his church also
stood for the active
regeneration of the
Zulu nation in the face
of change brought on
by colonialism. Then as
they are now, Shembe
outdoor churches
were encircled with
white stones and are
frequently seen in
Inanda and elsewhere
in KwaZulu-Natal.
Ekuphakameni,
Shembe’s first village is
still an important part
of Inanda and is open
for visitors however
women are not allowed
to wear trousers on this
site.
Practical tip:
Women in trousers may
be denied entry to the
Shembe Settlement. Be
sure to wear a dress or
skirt if you plan to visit
the settlement.
THE OHLANGE
INSTITUTE to empower black South Africans important reservoir for the Durban
“I have come to report, THIS PAGE: to fully participate in mainstream area. Before it was built 26 important
Highlights from the political, social and economic life
Mr President, that archaeological sites were excavated
Inanda Route
South Africa is now and to preserve and celebrate the to reveal artifacts dating back to the
free.” These words traditional African culture. This Stone Age. Today the dam is popular
were spoken by former stop on the Heritage Route invites for water sports and sport and also
president Nelson visitors into his first home, to see plays host to the second day of the
Mandela over the his monument keeping careful famous Dusi River Canoe Marathon.
monument of John watch over the valley below and to
Langalibalele Dube stand in the very spot where Nelson MZINYATHI FALLS
when he cast his first Mandela cast his first ballot.
Continuing along the Heritage Route,
democratic vote on
the homesteads become less dense
the 27th April 1994. THE INANDA SEMINARY SCHOOL
until we turn off onto a dirt road.
Known as ‘Mufukuzela’ Founded in 1869 by American
The transition from urban to rural is
or ‘the industrious missionaries Daniel and Lucy
one,’ John Dube was Lindley, the Inanda Seminary School almost imperceptible. Strolling along
a founding member is a boarding school situated within we pass some cows and then the
and president of the Inanda township. Part of the Inanda landscape opens into a lush gorge and
South African Native Heritage Route, it stands proudly in the middle are the Mzinyathi Falls.
National Congress beneath graceful jacaranda trees The area is seen as sacred for many
which later became and was originally established to reasons. It is used for baptisms by the
the African National educate young African girls to Shembe, sangomas or traditional Zulu
Congress. A firm become good wives. The school has healers forage for herbs and plants in
believer in education played host to several well-known the area and nearby caves are used
as a means for black South African figures including by a Rastafarian community who live
social and economic politician Baleka Mbete and there. We didn’t see any Rastafarians
advancement, he business executive Nonkululeko that day but as we stood on the edge
founded the Ohlange Nyembezi-Heita. When the Lindleys of the gorge gazing downstream of the
Institute as a school left South Africa, their mission was river I let the things I’d learned along
for young African left in the hands of Reverend James the route that morning sink in. This is a
boys. The school exists Dube, who would later father John very special place indeed.
today and now caters Langalibalele Dube.
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and girls. John Dube’s INANDA DAM Inanda Heritage Route, please call Durban
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FEATURE | 5 THRIFTING LOCATIONS IN LUSAKA
5 THRIFTING LOCATIONS IN LUSAKA

Words by Marian Chileshe Images by Timothy Ntengerenji
S
econd hand clothing is 1. DAPP you literally walk through
hugely popular in Zambia Our first stop is DAPP, one of the TOP: a straight path from
and this is true throughout oldest charity shops that has been Soweto Market beginning to the end
several sectors of society. in operation in Zambia for the past and when you look up
Shopping second hand is 26 years. It is located along Nkwazi at the ceiling it seals the
more than a strategy for the cash- Road in Lusaka’s CBD. You will know deal. In one of Lusaka’s
strapped but a way to find unique that you have arrived when you see a biggest bus stations,
items of clothing and accessories you large sign with their price caps, which once you get past all the
won’t find in shops stocking mass- are usually so low that I guarantee bus drivers honking, at
produced items. For those who don’t you will walk in just to have a peek the heart of the station
always want to get in the long queues and walk out with your hands full. lies a rectangular dome
at the mall with every Jack and Jill, The store is filled with multiple racks where you will find
there’s thrifting. You can get bomb with a little bit of everything for both piles of clothes, shoes
pieces on a budget, a therapeutic males and females including shoes, and accessories. There
experience (yes, retail therapy kids clothing, curtains, bags, you are turns that lead to
actually exists) and burn some name it. You never have to feel guilty more items but from my
calories as you explore the streets for spending all your money here as experience the gold is
looking for rare items. all DAPP’s proceeds go into various in the straight path. The
As a self-declared thrift ninja, I projects helping the less fortunate in sounds of every vendor
embarked on a journey to search for our community. shouting trying to draw
every thrift location leaving no stone TIP: The best time to visit DAPP is when attention to their pile of
unturned and I’m here to dish the they receive new stock. The staff takes ridiculously affordable
tea. So buckle up and get ready for customers details and messages are items can be extremely
a thrift tour. If you are not already a sent out a few days before new stock tempting. This is when
thrifter, I guarantee you that we will arrives. your focus will be put
be welcoming you to our little club by to test, stick to what’s
the end of this article. 2. CITY MARKET on your list or you will
I like to call this the tunnel because end up leaving with the
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entire market in your shopping bags. stands have to offer

Trust me, I’m talking from experience. THIS PAGE: before spending all your
The tunnel is your go to spot for Lusaka has a money at one spot and
affordable footwear. Popular brands that wide array of finding the dress of your
you will always find here are Vans, All thrifting options
dreams on the next
Stars, Nike and Adidas. stand.
TIP: Do not neglect the most disorganised
looking piles, this is usually where the BONUS - ONLINE
branded shoes are found. OPTIONS
As much fun as
3. SOWETO MARKET walking from stand to
As you exit the tunnel, across the road stand is, some days
you’ll find Soweto Market. This location it’s nice to just scroll
has fewer options than some other through your phone
markets but like they say, quality over and pick an item from
quantity and you’ll surely find some a thrift store and have
gems here. it delivered to your
TIP: Take time to look through what each door step. Online
stand has to offer; with fewer stalls you’re
stores are a gift for
less likely to miss that great item that’ll
the occasional lazy
elevate your style game.
shopper or anyone
just looking for a more
4. LUMUMBA ROAD
convenient way to
Lumumba road is one of Zambia’s
shop without leaving
longest fashion streets with over 200
home. Excellent
stalls. One of my favourite things about
this location is the street is so wide second hand clothing
that you don’t have to worry about is only a DM away.
constantly bumping into people. Finders Keepers
TIP: The stalls here are a guy’s goldmine on Facebook and
as they have the widest selection of men’s Instagram – For the
clothing. latest trends and
vintage dresses
5. MTENDERE Nellia’s Collection on
Between PHI and Kalingalinga lies Facebook – For cute
Mtendere. Like its name, which means and stylish dresses at
peace, this is one of the most peaceful K100 or less
outdoor thrift locations I have been to. EverythingThrift
Despite having multiple stalls it always on Facebook and
has the right amount of people and is Instagram – For a
never too crowded and the stall owners wide range of quality
here are also very friendly. products, including
TIP: Be sure to check what a couple of unisex items
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FEATURE | LAKE MALAWI
LAKE MALAWI
A STELLAR EXPERIENCE EVERY TIME
Words by Eddie Royle Images courtesy of Shannon Bond
L
ake Malawi truly is an assault Malawi is endowed with spectacular sea level. While
on the senses. From hearing highlands and numerous water MAIN: the Rift Valley rises
the cry of the African fish sources occupying a narrow, curving Lake Malawi is steeply in some
eagle calling you in, the fresh fringed by golden places and gently in
strip of land along the East African
beaches and spec-
Mwera wind against your Rift Valley, where the origins of Lake others, Lake Malawi
tacular views
skin, the taste of mango lingering Malawi lie. Also known as Lake Nyasa, covers some 11,430
on your lips and the sight of miles Lake Malawi accounts for more than square miles (29,600
and miles of water meeting with the one-fifth of Malawi’s total area. It is square km) and
sky. Famously, Scottish explorer and the third largest lake in Africa and the extends beyond the
missionary Livingstone referred to ninth largest in the world. Roughly border. The lake is
Lake Malawi as ‘The Lake of Stars,’ stretching 365 miles from north to fed by over a dozen
with good reason. During the day, south, it has been nicknamed ‘The rivers including the
the light bounces across the deep Calendar Lake.’ Rukuru, Dwangwa,
azure water. While at night, the stars Lilongwe and Bua
glimmer in the sky and are mirrored The enormity and natural faulting of rivers and flows
on the lake, as the fisherman light up the Rift Valley plunges the northern out the Shire River
their hurricane lamps for a night on parts of the lake to incredible depths through the adjacent
the water. that near 2,300ft (700 metres) below Lake Malombe and
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joins several tributaries before joining

the Zambezi River in Mozambique.
Lake Chilwa provides a further
drainage system, the rivers of which
flow from the Chilwa-Phalombe
Plain and neighbouring highlands.
Across the lake there are many small-
unpopulated islands, with two larger
inhabited islands near the middle
of the lake, Likoma and the nearby
Chizumulu islands.
With century a wide array of fish

species, old baobab trees that line its
shores and thick vegetation covering
the surrounding hills and slopes, Lake
Malawi provides a globally distinctive
eco-region. It houses one of richest
diversities of freshwater fish in the
world, and its southern region, as
part of Lake Malawi National Park,
was designated a UNESCO World
and water-based
Heritage site in 1984. The most
activities. The
common and commercially significant
lake attracts a
fish found in Malawi include the
growing social
endemic tilapia, or chambo (nest-
building freshwater fish); catfish or and party scene
mlamba; and minnows or matemba. for the New Years
The lake is also home to the iconic Eve celebration in
cichlid fish that are known and bred Chembe and the
worldwide for their beautiful colours internationally
and striking patterns. acclaimed Lake of
Stars Festival that
While on the islands and shores, happens every year
there are immense clusters of in September in
boulders with lush green trees that different locations
cling between them – home to on the shores of
baboons and monkeys and a plethora Lake Malawi.
of birds. Lake Malawi has one of the
highest concentrations of African Although gaining
fish eagles on the continent and its more and more
cry can be heard frequently echoing popularity and
across the sky. Surprising many publicity, Lake
visitors are the exploding plumes of Malawi still
what appears to be smoke, which remains relatively
are often visible on the horizon of untouched
Lake Malawi, hovering above the providing an
water and hinting at distant fires. Malawi may be landlocked but the abundance of calm
The smoke is in fact vast clouds of lake is its ‘inland sea.’ This vast body and raw beauty.
TOP:
lake flies, known locally as nkungo. of freshwater is fringed by sandy The lake is ideal for Besides its striking
The phenomenon represents an gold beaches, scenic views and is water sports and scenery, the
enormous gathering of billions of tiny also a water sports haven. Although a popular spot for lakeside lifestyle
flies procreating at certain times of trickier to find a good fishing spot social events
is laidback and
the year.
these days, Lake Malawi still provides dreamy. Days are
ample and enjoyable recreational spent in a happy
With a huge diversity of fish, the rich
fishing. The clear waters showcase the haze of beach
harvest of the lake plays an important
part in the country’s economy. stunning and plentiful fish, perfect for strolls, boat trips,
Fishing villages scatter along the snorkeling and more recently, deep- leisurely swims and
lakeshore and the traditional industry water diving. There are a number of cocktails – Malawi-
and practices attract interest. lodges and places to stay along the style. Its about
Fisherman will spend all day on their Lakeshores that provide a wide range getting your toes in
narrow, dugout canoes often staying of options. The town of Chembe, also the sand and water,
overnight to drop their lines deep known as Cape Maclear, remains a with a Malawi gin
in the water. The surrounding land popular destination with its tranquil & tonic in hand to
around the lake further provides waters, laidback vibes and affordable watch the sunset at
fertile soil for agricultural crops. lodges that host daytime excursions the end of the day.
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FEATURE | SAVANNA PREMIUM CHOCOLATE
SAVANNA PREMIUM CHOCOLATE

THE SWEET SIDE OF ZAMBIA
Words by Leelee Ngwenya Images courtesy of Savanna Premium Chocolate
coconut cream, cookies and cream,

cinnamon and chilli, peppermint
and gingerbread. We also have
different varieties of milk and dark
chocolates,” the sisters share.
In case you’re wondering these

chocolates are suitable for cooking.
“There are lots of great ways to
enjoy and use our chocolate whether
you are someone who loves to bake
or are a chocolatier or a restaurant
that wants delicious treats made
from pure high quality chocolate,
Lynn and Chiinga reveal. Savanna
Premium Chocolate’s 70 percent
dark chocolate and 40 percent milk
chocolate baker’s chocolate are
great for these purposes.
Savanna Chocolate is Zambia’s first different countries. “The
premium chocolate brand, founded by taste of cocoa beans is ABOVE “In addition, people can also use
sisters Lynn Musonda Phiri and Chiinga very different depending Savanna Premium our cocoa nibs, which are made
Chocolate has by roasting, cracking and shelling
Musonda. Their passion and love for on where it is grown
a wide range of cocoa beans in smoothies, cereal,
chocolate began when they were similar to how coffee products
young children. Back then chocolate or wine from different yogurt and desserts,” the sisters
was scarce in Zambia and they always regions taste different. add. The cocoa nibs are rich in
looked forward to their dad bringing The idea is to make pure antioxidants, magnesium and other
them some when he returned from chocolate using the essential minerals. Savanna Premium
work trips abroad. The inspiration for best ingredients and no Chocolate also produces cocoa
starting Savanna Premium Chocolate preservatives or artificial butter, which is perfect for making
stems from the sisters’ desire to unlock flavours and colouring,” chocolates and baked goods. It’s
the economic potential of value creation Lynn and Chiinga tell also a natural moisturiser and can
in the cacao industry. The key driver me. be used as massage oil and can be
that led them to start the business was added to homemade soaps and
when they found out that there are Savanna Premium lotions.
two million farms in Africa that produce Chocolate is a bean-to-
approximately 70 percent of the world’s bar chocolate producer, Lynn and Chiinga have blazed a trail
cocoa beans but less than one percent meaning they start as the first bean-to-bar chocolate
of the world’s chocolate is produced in with raw cacao beans, makers and chocolatiers in Zambia.
Africa. which they then roast, However, they would love to see
crack, winnow (remove Zambia expand to play a key role in
Lynn and Chiinga travel to meet the the shell), grind and adding value in the cacao industry
farmers of the cocoa beans they use then temper to make in Africa, especially in terms of
to create their products. They do this chocolate. Savanna farming cacao beans as well as
for two key reasons, the first is that Premium Chocolate is exploring opportunities available for
they want to know where the cocoa also a chocolatier that chocolatiers.
beans come from and ensure that uses its own chocolate
they carefully select the best quality. to make confections. Savanna Chocolate products are
Secondly, they meet with the farmers in “We currently offer ten available at The Wine Shop, The
order to pay them directly and ensure different varieties of Pantry Food Shoppe, Umoyo Natural
that they get to keep the revenues by truffles and we plan to Health stores and Grandeur. You can
cutting out the middlemen who have start making bonbons. also have their products delivered
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INSIDE PROFLIGHT | FLIGHT SCHEDULE
November/December 2018 NOVEMBER AND DECEMEBER 2018

LUSAKA - NDOLA LUSAKA - LIVINGSTONE LUSAKA - KASAMA
Lusaka - Ndola Lusaka - Durban Lusaka - kasama
#
#
DEP ARR
DEP
ARR MM T W
T W
T
T
FF SS SS #
# DEP
DEPARRARRM MT TW WT T F F S S S S # # DEP ARR
DEP ARR M M T T WW T T FF SS SS
300
300
06:30
06:30
07:15
07:15 022 70408:1011:00
10:4012:10 300 / 300/210
210 06:30 09:20
06:30 09:20
304 11:00 11:45 024 70809:1016:10
11:4017:20 304 / 304/214
304 11:30 11:45 214 11:00 13:55
11:00 13:55
306
306 15:00
15:00 15:45
15:45 VIA NDOLA
via Ndola
308
308 17:30
17:30 18:15
18:15
310
310 19:00
19:00 19:45
19:45
LIVINGSTONE - LUSAKA
# DEP ARR M T W T F S S KASAMA - LUSAKA
705 12:35 13:45 # DEP ARR M T W T F S S
NDOLA
Ndola -- LUSAKA
Lusaka Durban - Lusaka Kasama - Lusaka
709 17:50 19:00 211/305 09:45 13:00
# DEP ARR M T W
# DEP ARR M T W TT FF SS SS # DEP ARR M T W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S
215/309 15:50 19:30
311 06:45 07:30 023 13:05 15:35 211 / 305 09:45 13:00
311 06:45 07:30
301 07:45 08:30 025 14:05 LUSAKA
16:35 - SOLWEZI 215 /via
309Ndola
15:50 19:30
301 07:45 08:30
305 12:15 13:00 Tue From 11 Dec VIA NDOLA
305
307 12:15
16:15 13:00
17:00
# DEP ARR M T W T F S S
307
309 16:15 19:30
18:45 17:00 910 07:30 08:40 NDOLA - KASAMA
309 18:45 19:30 916 14:15 15:25
210 07:40 09:20
Lusaka
LUSAKA - Harare
- DURBAN Lusaka - Livingstone Lusaka - Solwezi
214 12:15 13:55
# DEP ARR M T W T F S S # DEP SOLWEZI
ARR M T- LUSAKA
W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S
#
030
DEP 07:55
06:45
ARR M T W T F S S 704 11:00 12:10 910 07:30 08:40
022 8:10 10:40 708 16:10 17:20 916 14:00 15:25
911 09:05 10:15
024 9:10 11:40 KASAMA - NDOLA
Tue from 11 Dec 917 15:50 17:00
Harare - Lusaka Livingstone - Lusaka Solwezi - Lusaka
211 09:45 11:25
# DEP
DURBAN
ARR M
- LUSAKA
T W T F S S # DEP ARR
LUSAKA
M
- MFUWE
T W T F S S #
215
DEP ARR
15:50 10:15
17:30
M T W T F S S
031 08:25 09:35 705 12:35 13:45 911 09:05
# DEP ARR M T W T F S S 709 # 17:50DEP ARR

19:00 M T W T F S S 917 15:50 17:00
023 13:05 15:35 800 07:30 08:40

025 14:05 16:35 804 11:00 12:10 LUSAKA - KALABO
Tue from 11 Dec Lusaka - Kalabo 808 Lusaka
16:00 17:10 - Mfuwe Kasama - Ndola
# DEP ARR M T W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S
400 08:15 10:45
400 08:15 10:45 800 07:30 08:40 211 09:45 11:25
LUSAKA - HARARE 804 11:00 MUFUWE -LUSAKA

12:10 215 15:50 17:30
808 16:00 17:10

# DEP ARR M T W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S
030 06:45 07:55 KALABO - LUSAKA
801 09:10 10:20
Kalabo - Lusaka 805 Mfuwe
12:40 13:50 - Lusaka Ndola - Kasama
809 17:40 18:50 401 11:05 13:35
#
HARARE
DEP ARR M
- LUSAKA
T W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S
401 11:05 13:35 801 09:10 10:20 210 07:40 09:20

# DEP ARR M T W T F S S 214 12:15 13:55
805 12:40 13:50
031 08:25 09:35 809 17:40 18:50
LUSAKA - LILONGWE Lusaka - Lilongwe Lilongwe - Lusaka

# DEP ARR M T# W DEPT FARR S MS T W T F S S # DEP ARR M T W T F S S
018 16:00 17:30 018 16:00 17:30 019 18:00 19:30
*Proflight Zambia reserves the right to change, suspend or amend this published schedule without prior notification.
Every effort will be made to operate as per the planned schedule.
LILONGWE - LUSAKA
Please check our website www.flyzambia.com for actual departure days and times.
019 18:00 19:30
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notification. Every effort will be made to operate as per the planned schedule.
Please check our website www.flyzambia.com for actual departure days and times.
NEWS | INSIDE PROFLIGHT
PROFLIGHT EXPANDS FLEET WITH NEW

50-SEAT AIRCRAFT INVESTMENT
Airline confirms latest plane order
L
USAKA, ZAMBIA – Proflight allow the airline to look at more new
Zambia has expanded its fleet It currently operates a 50-seater routes domestically and regionally.
with the purchase of a 50-seat Bombardier CRJ-100 jet, three
Dash 8-300 turbo aircraft, as 29-seater Jetstream 41 aircraft and Flights to Johannesburg, Gabon,
part of its continuing drive two C208 Caravans, all of which are Entebbe and Dar-es-Salaam are all
to build market share in the regional Zambian registered with the Zambia being evaluated by the airline, which
aviation sector. Civil Aviation Authority (ZCAA). celebrates 27 years of operation this
year.
The Zambian owned and operate airline “The new Dash 8-300 aircraft will
expects to take delivery of the aircraft increase Proflight’s capacity and The Dash 8 type covers a family of twin
in Zambia in the next few months enable us to expand our network of turbo prop aircraft, ranging from 37
following delivery from Canada, which destinations throughout the southern seats to 78 seats. Proflight’s new Dash
is the headquarters of the aircraft African market, explained Proflight 8 is a 50-passenger seat aircraft.
manufacturer, Bombardier Aerospace. Director of Flight Operations Capt.
Gerald Tembo. The interior of the Dash 8 is very similar
The purchase means Proflight joins to that of Proflight’s existing 50-seat
the league of top-tier regional airlines Proflight boosting its fleet with the CRJ 100 jet, which is also used on its
operating the Dash 8, including Dash 8 increases the opportunities for Ndola and Livingstone services.
Ethiopian Airlines, QantasLink, Flybe, the airline to open more destinations,
SA Express and Cemair in South Africa. both domestically and internationally, Zambia has a long history of using
adding to its three existing regional Canadian aircraft. The airline’s
The investment is the latest step in routes, from Lusaka to Durban, Harare CRJ plane is also manufactured by
Proflight’s strategy of buying bigger and Lilongwe. Bombardier in Canada.
planes that can accommodate more
passengers, realising economies of The new aircraft will also free up the “We are very proud to continue the
scale and enabling it to operate more productive time of Proflight’s 50-seater strong ties with the Canadian aircraft
efficiently. CRJ 100 Jet aircraft, which will also industry,” added Capt. Tembo.
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PROFLIGHT SUPPORTS ZASTI

ENGINEER TRAINING
Airline boosts training at aviation school
L
USAKA, ZAMBIA – Proflight aviation services to Zambia through its behalf of government and ZASTI we are
Zambia is supporting Zambia’s values of upholding safety, reliability, very thankful. Proflight has come to our
aircraft industry engineer efficiency and friendly service. Our daily aid in many ways. Our long partnership
training by donating aircraft operations demonstrate the best quality has been mutually beneficial,” he said.
parts to the Zambia Air Services safety standards. We believe the high-
Training Institute (ZASTI) for students to quality training provided by institutions Mr Shingalili added: “We encourage
use as training aids. such as ZASTI is central in attaining this. more aviation organisations to support
the aviation school as Proflight does.”
Celebrating its 27th year of operations “Our contribution to the training
under Zambian skies, Proflight, Zambia’s institute will help propel the quality Civil Aviation Authority Inspector
leading airline, showed its appreciation of training the aviation school already Patrick Phiri added: “This is a good
to Zambia’s pioneering aviation school, provides even further.” move by the airline, because as you
for the significant contribution of the know the aviation industry requires
institution in training aviation industry For the aviation industry to grow to a flow of well-trained and qualified
professionals. greater heights, it needs to have a personnel. The support Proflight has
steady and reliable supply of experts given to ZASTI is extremely valuable.
to keep systems running and meet the
Students studying engineering at ZASTI The students require training aids,
Civil Aviation Authority’s requirements.
will be able to use the parts to work on, books, components and parts to help
As a Zambian airline, nearly 90% of
helping them repair an aircraft to global them gain practical experience and a
Proflight’s engineering staff, including
standards. deeper understanding.”
its Hanger Manager, are ex-ZASTI
students.
During the handover of the aircraft Proflight’s Capt. Gerald Tembo and
parts at Proflight’s Kenneth Kaunda ZASTI Principal Billieard Shingalili, said: Capt. Josias Walubita are among
International Airport hangar, Proflight’s “We appreciate the effort Proflight has the best examples of professionals
Quality Control Manager Alick Mwanza, made in helping the aviation school. On employed by the airline who have
said: “Proflight aims to offer world-class passed through ZASTI.
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PROFLIGHT’S LUSAKA-HARARE ROUTE

INCREASES CONVENIENT REGIONAL TRAVEL
New route boosts inter-country trade and tourism
L
USAKA, ZAMBIA – Proflight movements and connectivity between increasing access to main markets
Zambia’s Lusaka-Harare route the two capitals. Our flights have been and allowing easier globalisation of
has increased international efficient, fixed and on schedule.” production.
travel between the two
countries since the route began Travellers from Harare can connect The neighbouring countries are now
operating in July. onwards with Proflight’s domestic sharing more business, tourism and
flights to Ndola, Solwezi and Mfuwe, family links and Proflight is delivering
The airline’s efficient early morning and internationally to Lilongwe, Malawi a safe, effective and efficient means of
flight schedule - operating four times and Durban, South Africa.
travel.
weekly - has proven convenient for
both business travellers and tourists Capt. Lemba added: “The route has
Lusaka is about 395km flying distance
alike, in both directions. created a deeper synergy between the
two countries, not only as neighbours, from Harare and the one hour ten
but as partners in trade and tourism minute journey compares favourably
“We were positive the route would
be beneficial to Zambians and development.” with an average road journey of more
Zimbabweans. The 70-minute flight than seven hours.
between Lusaka and Harare creates a The new route also signifies its
highly efficient means of travel,” says commitment to boosting international Proflight flies on Lusaka-Harare four
Proflight’s Director of Government and trade and increasing economic value times a week, on Mondays, Tuesdays,
Industry Affairs, Capt. Philip Lemba. for both countries in trade and tourism Thursdays and Saturdays, with flight
activities. P0031 leaving Harare at 08:25hrs and
“From the moment we launched flights arriving in Lusaka at 09:35hrs. P0030
on Lusaka-Harare route, Proflight has Proflight continues to help countries leaves Lusaka at 06:45hrs and arrives in
seen noticeable growth on its passenger participate on the global stage by Harare at 07:55hrs.
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PROFLIGHT FLEET
Bombardier CRJ200
FLEET 1 LENGTH 26.51m
WING SPAN 21.03m
HEIGHT 20ft FUEL CAPACITY 2159kg
MAX ALTITUDE 41000ft SPEED 682km/h
MAX PASSENGERS 50
Jetstream 4100
FLEET 3 LENGTH 19.25m WING SPAN 18.29m
HEIGHT 5.75m FUEL CAPACITY 2600kg
MAX ALTITUDE 25000ft
SPEED 550km/h
MAX PASSENGERS 29
Cessna C208
FLEET 2 LENGTH 12.67m
WING SPAN 15.88m HEIGHT 4.32m
FUEL CAPACITY 1039kg
MAX ALTITUDE 13000ft SPEED 325km/h
MAX PASSENGERS 12
CUSTOMS INFORMATION
TRAVEL TIPS
• Before you fly, get a good night’s sleep. Rest and some light exercise will help you cope on your journey.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing and shoes that are not too restrictive.
• Eat a light, well-balanced meal before you travel, and opt for a smaller helping than normal on the plane.
SAFETY
A Preflight safety demonstration is always made before take off. A safety pamphlet is also provided at your seat. Please familiarize
yourself with its important information and note the nearest emergency exit.
SMOKING
Smoking on board is strictly prohibited. This includes any artificial device or e-cigarettes.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Please ensure that all electronic devices are turned off before taxiing and take off as they may interfere with the safe operation of the
aircraft. These include cellphones, laptops, remote controlled games,
TAKE OFF
All aircraft cabins are pressurized. Due to change in pressure during take off and landing, some passengers may experience slight
discomfort in the ear. Relieve this by swallowing, yawning or pinching the nostrils gently and breathing out while keeping lips sealed.
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
In addition to the carryon luggage allowance provided herein, each passenger may carry without additional charge, the following carryon
items the weight of which shall not exceed 5kg.The carryon items are permitted for use during the flight and when retained in the
passengers’ custody as listed here below:
• A lady handbag, pocket book or purse, which is appropriate to normal traveling dress and is not being used as a container for
the transportation of articles, which would otherwise be regarded as baggage.
• Laptop
• An overcoat, wrap or blanket.
• A small camera and/or a pair of binoculars.
• A reasonable amount of reading material for the flight.
• Infant’s food for consumption in flight.
• Infant’s carrying basket.
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PROHIBITED GOODS
Banned, restricted and dangerous goods are articles or substances that are capable of posing a risk to health, safety, property or the
environment.
If you wish to travel with any such goods or material, please be aware of the restrictions or steps you may have to take if wishing to
travel on an Proflight Zambia service.
To ensure the safety of the aircraft and those onboard, checked in or hand baggage must not contain articles or substances that could
pose a danger during transport (some exceptions apply), these include:
Prohibited Items(illustrations need for the below items)
Bleach Matches / Lighters

Acid Explosives Flamable Liquids
(Only on persons)
Poison Compressed Gas Incapacitated Sprays Ignitable Gas
Loose Batteries
(Equipment containing
correctly installed batteries
can be packed in your checked baggage.)
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