Nkwazi Magazine

Each Ulendo bag is handcrafted by Zambian leather experts, designed with attention to detail, and features high-quality hardware. These Zambian flourishes define this brand as one that’s on the rise, blending luxury with a sense of culture and adventure.

Few dishes hold as much cultural significance and culinary charm as chikanda, a beloved delicacy tracing its origins to the Bemba people of Zambia.

Chilekwa Mumba’s story serves as an inspiration, proving that even against the most formidable opponents, determination and a commitment to justice can make a lasting difference.

In recent months, Zambia has been grappling with a critical issue: aflatoxin contamination in food products. These harmful toxins, produced by certain fungi, have been detected in maize meal, a staple food in Zambia.

As dawn breaks over the Zambezi and the early cries of a fish eagle catching its first meal of the day echo across the shimmering river, a masked figure emerges amidst a cluster of vertical stone monuments.

In On Becoming a Guinea Fowl (2024), Nyoni continues her exploration of complex female protagonists. The story centres on Shula, a young woman who exposes dark family secrets following her uncle's unexpected death.

 When Zambia’s freedom fighters are mentioned, many courageous women stood shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts, risking their safety and livelihoods to fight for the nation’s freedom.

As Zambia celebrates its 60th independence, it's only fitting to reflect on one of the country’s most influential figures in shaping its identity—Gabriel Ellison.

Maboneng Precinct, meaning “Place of Light” in Sotho, is a must-visit destination in Johannesburg.

Every Lionde shawl is an art piece where tradition and passion intersect with every thread. Every thread woven into a Lionde clothe is crafted with dedication and carries a piece of the founder’s heart. 

The EU and UN are promoting insects as a sustainable protein source, a practice long embraced in Zambia. In Zambia, various insects are traditional delicacies. As food security challenges grow, Zambia’s entomophagy tradition offers valuable insights into sustainable eating.

I am a journalist and photographer based in Lusaka. I’ve lived here since 2006 when I left my job as a financial journalist in London and came to Zambia to work for a local newspaper…

Zambia’s name is becoming more synonymous with the film lovers in Cannes, France. Ngosa Chungu’s E18hteam was the first to receive a nod at the Cannes Cinematique, and now Josephine Kachiza has won the Best Female Performer award at the Festival International du Film PanAfricain for Peter Langmead’s Damyna the Musical. Not to be confused […]

There’s no doubt that wet weather can make your hiking and camping more challenging but with the right…

As my date and I walked into Mpoto Yathu what really caught my attention was the African-inspired décor.

Lusaka’s Showgrounds holds one of the city’s most surprising secrets. Hidden between industrial and commercial enterprises is a treasure trove of talented sculptors; working and exhibiting world class art pieces, mostly from recycled metal