Our new podcast, Unfiltered, is here! Our first guest, Pompi is no stranger to Nkwazi having appeared in our magazine's print and online editions a number of times. However, in this conversation, we delved deeper into his story, his career, his values, his family life and much more, with host Chana Musakanya.

We can't get over how good this episode was. Esther Chungu was vivacious, candid, joyful and she didn't hold back on health, marriage and kids. Check out the second episode of our new podcast series with Esther Chungu and host Kamiza Chikula.

From São Paulo to New York to Lusaka, Zambian Breweries Country Director Thais Cavinatto has been on an epic career and personal journey. She talked with us about her career journey, the success and challenges of her current position, adapting to life in Zambia and much more.

One thing that will strike you about Union Gold Zambia CEO Mark O'Donnell is his straightforward and no-nonsense attitude toward business success. Business may not be easy but there are tried and tested business principles that have stood the test of time and he steadfastly stands by them. We sat down with Mark to discuss his decades of experience in across various sectors from hospitality (Protea Hotels) to retail and manufacturing to construction.

From academia to engineering to marketing and business administration, Hussam Baday has had a varied and illustrious career. Today he is the MD and CEO of Airtel Zambia. We sat down with Hussam and discussed his formative years, his early and present career and his aspirations for the future.

Gain insights into Mfikeyi's leadership philosophy shaped by her early career with FQM at the Kansanshi Mine in Solwezi, Zambia, her tenure as CEO of Barloworld Zambia and her current role as KoBold's Africa CEO. Beyond her professional achievements, delve into Mfikeyi's passions for sports and history, and how they fuel her drive for innovation.

Lishala C. Situmbeko, the CEO of Access Bank Zambia, dreamed of being an architect but after his first economics lecture at the University of Zambia, his outlook on life and his career trajectory was forever changed. He decided to pursue a career as an economist and banker and set out a plan, which came to fruition. We discuss his life, career and thoughts on leadership.

Kapumpe Chola is the new CEO of FNB Zambia, one of the largest banks in the country. This is her latest high-level appointment after a string of executive positions in Zambia and around Africa. As she was beginning her latest role we discussed everything from 4:30 am study sessions with her dad to her leadership principles and how she applies creativity in her work to her life outside of the office.

Dana Patel is a photographer based in Lusaka, Zambia with a keen eye for transforming the mundane into the extraordinary. Learn what fuels her passion for discovery and what inspires her to capture the natural beauty of the world around us.

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