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ISSUE NO.001. OCT - NOV 2014

For Women Who Are

ZAMBIAN WOMEN

WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE

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ZAMBIAN WOMEN WHO HAVE MADE A DIFFERENCE: Past, Present & Future bers where crucial. Yet it is a role often overlooked by those who tell the tale of Zambia’s struggle for independence She also housed freedom fighter’s wives and mobilised other women to render support to families of freedom fighters whose bread winners were away or serving time in prison. She has often spoken of how women sold charcoal to raise money towards ensuring that spouses of freedom fighters were not left in the cold when their husbands were away. In a bid to raise literacy levels, female freedom fighters took it upon themselves to teach the women in the community to read and write.

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hen one thinks of a freedom fighter, it is often the image of a man that comes to mind. In Africa and more precisely Zambia, we celebrate our male freedom fighters more than our female ones.

Situpas) women burnt their marriage certificates (imichato ).

Our buildings, awards, and roads are among the many facets of our country where freedom fighters names are ingrained, yet only a handful bear the names of female freedom fighters.

Mama Kankasa is known for her fiery passionate fight against the colonial system and the discrimination that came with it. Her contribution to the liberation of Zambia was stirred by an unjust arrest after having entered a “white” only store with her late husband Timothy Jiranda Kankasa. Before the arrest, her role had been limited to being a hostess for the freedom fighters who visited her home. But after the experience she demanded rather bravely to have a more active role in the fight for the country’s freedom.

It is almost as if there were no women who fought for our country. We have relegated them to the roles of wives, mothers and caretakers as if their only duty was to cook and clean. Yet women took part in rallies, marches, and stone throwing and cut down trees to block roads and make charcoal. When men, during the Cha cha cha uprising between July and October 1961, burnt their passes (then called

One of these women was Mama “Bessie” Chibesakunda Kankasa, a woman known, loved, and revered by many Zambians.

This role would include heading into the black communities to recruit more activists, an important facet of freedom fighting as num-

Mama Kankasa alongside other female fighters like Betty Chilunga, Christine Mulundika, Mama Julia Chikamoneka, Nganga Nakatindi Yeta among others, knew that they were risking their lives yet they stoically carried on. Thus the bravery of women like Mama Kankasa, who at the time was only in her twenties, is commendable. But one cannot mention Mama Kankasa without talking about Julia Chikamoneka who was famously dubbed Mama UNIP for her relentless fearless often guerrilla tactics. Born Julia Mulenga Nsofwa she took on the moniker Julia Chikamoneka Ico Mutusakamikila which translates “ Julia, the secret of oppressing us shall be revealed”. This was partly due to her constant arrests for inciting resistance by natives and defying the colonial regime. She was known for her effective fundraising skills in addition to leading protest marches. She also provided food and shelter for soldiers fighting the Zambian independence war and risked arrest by opening her house for political

Ms. Chishala Kateka is the former managing director of ZAMNET Communication Systems Limited. She spent 12 years at Deloitte in both Zambia and Botswana, and is a former managing partner of BDO Kateka Evans Musonda in Zambia. She also served as interim manager at Kafue Textiles and National Co-ordinator at World Bank/ GRZ- National Economic Diversification Task force. Other positions include chair of the Audit Committee of the

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In January 2012, Chishala Kateka was appointed to the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants. She was nominated by the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA). (www.ifac.org.bio/chishala-kateka)

It was also Mama UNIP who with her equally defiant colleagues; Emelia Saidi and Mandalena Mumba stripped to the waist before marching to the City Airport to protest the arrival of the Colonial Secretary, Ian Macleod and Sir Evelyn Hone, then Governor of Northern Rhodesia. In recognition of her tremendous courage her name was taken up by the Post Newspaper to award various freedom fighters and the Lady Justice Statue at the High Court was raised in her honour. The Jamaican Poet and Activist Mutabaruka also extols her stripping naked to prove a point in his poem Great Queens of Africa. Yet there are many activists whose stories remain untold, these include Ednah Chanda Chewe who served under Julia Chikamoneka .These women gave confidence to women who came after them and gave them the courage to fight a different kind of battle yet equally as important, that of democracy. Women such as the first woman to run in a Zambian General Election, as well as the first female Member of Parliament in 1964 at Independence, Princess Nakatindi Wina. She and others paved the way for women like Inonge Mbikusita Lewanika who was the first African woman to head a political party; contesting for Presidential office in Zambia’s 2001 general elections. Edith Nawakwi, who was Zambia’s first female Minister of Finance, in 1998, after 33 years

of Zambia’s independence was also the first female to do so in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. Today, she is the outspoken opposition leader who has weathered the storm and now heads Forum for Democratic Development (FDD) one of the few women globally to do so. In a country that is patriarchal, it says a lot about the resilience and will power of these women to continue participating in politics, where at times they are attacked merely because they are women. Another woman worth mentioning is Nkandu Luo; Zambia’s first female professor who has not only held various Government portfolios but has also been known as an avid feminist. A micro biologist and immunologist, she would use her knowledge attained to create awareness of the risk of contracting HIV/AIDS through blood transfusion at a time at which the Zambian blood bank was not screening donated blood for infectious agents such as syphilis, malaria, Hepatitis and HIV. An oversight that would soon be rectified due to her diligence and hard work. She also established TASINTHA, an organisation that sought to rehabilitate commercial sex workers by teaching them alternative life skills. Today she serves as Minister of Chiefs and Traditional Affairs, but her most recognised civil role was that of Minister of Health during the reign of MMD. These women, among others have helped shape Zambia’s political landscape and have paved the way for other women to be active in the political arena. Daring to stand for what they believe in and proving that the role of women in the fight for justice cannot be overlooked.

Kavhumba Hakachima is the only African woman to have ever received the Reebok Human Rights Award. In 2002 she received US$50,000 in Utah, funds she could have spent any which was she wanted. She chose to use it to build a home for abused children, The Zambia New Life Centre (ZANELIC) in Linda. You can read up on oher remarkable story at

Ministry of Finance of the Government of the Republic of Zambia and a former member of the Revenue Appeals Tribunal. In addition, she is a member of the Membership Committee of ZICA and past deputy chair of the Disciplinary Committee. She also sits on various boards including that of Barclays Bank Zambia. Ms. Kateka holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Zambia and is a Fellow of ZICA and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

meetings. It was Julia, alongside other female fighters who marched fearlessly to the District Commissioner’s office in 1960 and slapped the wits out of him, an action that could have led to their arrests or worse still, their deaths.

Dambisa Moyo is best known for her New York times bestseller “DEAD AID, which sheds light on just how ineffective the aid African countries receive is. Her book found critical acclaim and her name was further propelled when forbs declared her one of the 100 most influencial people in the world. She holds a doctorate in economics from oxford university, masters of business administration and a bachelor of science in chemistry.

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Helicy Ngambi is the first female to occupy the office of vice chancellor at a public institution of learning. Once a lecturer at the University of Zambia, Ms. Ngambi is currently the Vice Chancellor at Mulungushi University in Kabwe.

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Since 1998, Joyce Nonde Simukoko has been General secretary at Zambia Union of Financial Institution & Allied Workers. She became the first woman to do so since the organizations inception in 1970. Positions attained in her career include, but are not limited to, board chairperson at Zambia Building Society and chairperson of the Zambia Centre for Dispute Resolution (first female to do so).

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Sara Longwe or Aunty Sara as the younger crop of feminists affectionately refers to her has contributed greatly to fight for gender equality. . at age 12 when she reached puberty, she would use African social custom to her advantage to protest her father beating her. African tradition dictates that a woman must not have any physical contact with male relatives and she used this to her advantage when her father hit her by reporting him to her older relatives. In high school when girls were thrown into domestic based classes while the boys attended science classes, Sara alongside some of

her female classmates defied the norm and attended science classes. When some of her classmates balked when deterred by teachers, young Sara stood her ground and eventually the school legislation was changed.

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Those two experiences taught her the power of collective action, reaffirming the fact that when you are many it is easier to change things.

In the early 70’s, Sara pregnant with her first child discovered that as soon as teachers became married they were casualised which meant that they were not eligible for loans or leave.

While working at the University of Zambia (UNZA) as Editor of the Post Graduate Publication, she started using “She” to denote both genders and this of course caused a furore with her employers. She says that she was threatened with suspension and it was the beginning of Sara’s appearance in the media. She in turn prepared a questionnaire to ask whether many thought the administration was just or merely been discriminatory. It received nationwide acclaim when her situation was published in the now defunct National Mir-

Aunty Sara says that life has taught her that when you win one battle you become more conscious of other unfair situations still prevailing.

Women in particular were not entitled to maternity leave, children’s allowance, they paid higher tax, and did not even have housing allowance; yet men had all these benefits and more, she quit. She along with other women, like Lombe Chibesakunda , (who was chairperson) and Gwendoline Konie formed a womens rights organisation. When they realised they were not making much headway they formed Zambia Association for Research Development (ZARD). In 1984, Aunty Sara was going to pick up her young children who were at a party within Inter-

• Developed and marketed the liberalization and investment in national broadcasting and printing media. This has resulted in the establishment of private radio and television media stations in Zambia from 1992 to date.

Josephine Mapoma The first thing that comes to my attention as I take in her CV is just how long she served as permanent secretary. Granted she did so under multiple ministries, but to have served for 15 years is still a feat few can boast of (especially when the volatility of political appointments is taken into consideration) in fact, it is a feat only attained by one other individual. Josephine Mapoma is a renowned journalist that has served in many portfolios in Zambia. Her professional journey would begin soon after attaining her bachelor of Mass Communications at University of Silliman, Philippines. Her first appointment was at the Mining Mirror, a newspaper based in the Copperbelt, where she would serve as the only female reporter. Soon after attaining her Masters in Communication at the University of Wisconsin, she would lecture Mass Communication at the University of Zambia, where she served until her appointment as permanent secretary at the ministry of information and broadcasting services. Ms. Mapoma would also serve as permanent secretary in the ministry of science and technology and vocational training, Ministry of water and energy development, ministry of local government and housing and the ministry of labour and social security. Her accomplishments during public service include: • Developing a framework for the reintroduction of House of Chiefs

Today she serves as Director General for the Independent Broadcasting Authority, which ironically she foresaw as a need that would be generated from the liberalisation of the airwaves. Little did she know she would be called upon to head the iconic measure to the realisation of an independent media. Catherine Kaseketi is a renowned Zambian Movie Director who studied at the Newton Film and Television School in South Africa where she graduated with honours and was awarded Best Student of the Year 2000. In 2001 she was part of the team that brought Zambia’s first soap opera Kabanana to life, taking on the role of director, a first for a Zambian woman with disabilities. Kaseketi helped forge a path for women in film that wasn’t limited to acting or working in the makeup and wardrobe departments. Monica Musonda Founder of Java foods Monica Musonda was propelled into the public’s eye when Forbes Africa named her one of the 20 Young Power Women of Africa 2013. A list that recognises women of influence below the age of 45. She is also the recipient of the Africa’s Leading Women in Business Award and sits on the central bank board as well as chairs the Kwacha Pension Trust Fund.

In 1992, she was going to meet her husband and some friends at Intercontinental Hotel in their bar and again she was stopped but this time the laws had changed and she sued the hotel and won in a case that is still studied in Commonwealth countries today. Today Aunty Sara is still a firebrand having published, been an active force in the feminist movement and always speaking out when things are not what they ought to be. We can also thank her for the privilege of “mother’s day” as well as the minimum of three months paid maternity leave. For many young feminists she is the benchmark and beacon of the women’s movement because she keeps her doors open for dialogue and has tried in many ways to bridge the gap between the young and the vanguard feminists.

Vanguard feminists like the late Gwendoline Chomba Konie, a woman who globally is revered for her work towards Gender justice, which she believed, was human justice. Konie started the Social Democratic Party (SDF) a party that primarily consisted women. When she attempted to stand for presidency in 2011, the negative reactions she received surprised even her, the worst of which came from rural areas where Zambia’s patriarchal beliefs are deeply ingrained. Though she may not have attained presidential office, she served diligently as an activist for gender equality and brought her country honour in her service as a diplomat. While those ahead of us have shouldered the burden of the liberties we are privy to today, it is important that we all do our part to attain gender equality. Our contributions great and small all surmount to the advancement of women, and a society that respects and values its women.

Betty Kaunda is a name that needs no introduction. As the first ever First Lady of an independent Zambia she chose to remain in the background, contributing to the development of our nation without seeking glory for herself. Like many women in those times, she too sheltered freedom fighters in her home and rendered support to fight for independence. A teacher by profession and a mother of the Nation, Mama Betty Kaunda will forever be admired and respected by Zambians’, she remains the embodiment of a strong woman that helped shape a powerful and successful man.

which is in operation now.

• Incepted and over saw the development of the Technical education vocational and entrepreneurship training development training system and the establishment of TEVETA.

Continental Hotel when a guard stopped her and roughed her up because she was unaccompanied. She tried to complain but to no avail because Zambia’s laws then did not prohibit discrimination on the grounds of sex or marital status.

Chilufya Mwaba Phiri is the founder and CEO of Zambia Health Education and Communication Trust (ZHECT) an organization dedicated to providing innovative health and communication services to Zambian people. It was while working at Society for Family Health that Chilufya recognized the need to address the predicament generated by HIV/AIDS in the work place, establishing ZHECT to implement counselling and training in organizations affected by the disease. This was the early nineties and at the time information on HIV/ AIDS and how to manage it was not readily available. In fact the subsidized distribution of ARV’s hadn’t even begun, as such ZHECT provided a much needed service. Thanks to the work of ZHECT and the services it provided to employees, their families and surrounding communities’ stereotypes, myths and misconceptions were addressed in the workplace and surrounding areas. Mulenga Kapwepwe , traditionalist, author, award winning playwright, National Arts Council Chairperson and Policy Adviser at the Ministry of Sport, Youth and Child Development, Mulenga Kapwepwe remains a formidable force in the world of Zambian art.

Joanna Hickey As I sit opposite her in her boardroom I can’t help but be a little awed by the persona responsible for the creative genius that is AdLab. AT under thirty years old, Joanna Hickey Damalis heads one of Zambia’s leading advertising agencies, A hip start-up that has brought a fresh feel to the advertising industry, doing away The Phiri Sisters It’s almost impossible to discuss the evolution of behavioural change communication among the youth in Zambia without mentioning the Phiri sister’s brain child “Trendsetters”. Birthed from a conversation about how unjust it was for girls to be expelled from school when they fell pregnant considering there was little information on sex education availed to them (and the boys still got to continue with their studies) and a challenge from their mother to do something about it, trendsetters would come to be the leading authority and the go to publication for adolescents to attain facts on issues of sex. What started off as a purely donor funded paper would morph into Youth Media, a media organisation which at its height included the production of trendsetters Magazine and radio show. It was also a platform for young media personnel to harness their skills and gain professional experience.

with the “thinking box” and happily dancing on the edge of what is accepted and what is needed. Originally a student of law at the University of Cape Town, Joanna switched her major to Bachelor of Arts in Media and Advertising after becoming disenchanted with the notion of a career in law. After graduation she would return to Zambia and work with a leading advertising firm, a stint that would lead to the development 0f her advertising agency. “Essentially id worked in the advertising industry for a little while and was kind of concerned in Zambia with the slow kind of rate of progression in advertising, so I kind of wanted to start an advertising agency that stood for the best thing for the client even if the client didn’t know it at the time”

Youth media run for ten years with the aid of donor funding, but in a move motivated by the need to gain more creative and financial control, the Phiri’s were forced to bring its operations to an end. But the hiatus would not last long as the sisters would set up shop as Media 365, a dynamic fast growing agency that focuses on strategy marketing, communication and research services within the area of social change and development. Or as they are popularly referred to as these days, the producers of Love Games, an award winning TVseries. To further demonstrate just how much Anna, Cathy, Mary and Natasha have done in the area of social change and development, would require more page space than we can avail them. Hence we encourage you to look them up on their company website www.media365.co.zm .

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HEALTH

Besides the fact that you can burn up to 300 calories in half an hour, skipping is also beneficial as it works out your whole body. This basic exercise can help you lose weight, strengthen your heart as well as tone your muscles and strengthen your bones. Best of all you can do it at your own convenience anytime and anywhere. Here’s a basic routine to get you started. Before you begin ensure you have water, shock absorbent sneakers and stretchable comfortable clothing. And remember to pace yourself; the idea is to help you not kill yourself

DAY 3: Breakfast: 1 cup of coffee + 1 teaspoon of sugar + 1 slice of toast Lunch: 2 hard-boiled eggs + 1 slice of ham + 1 lettuce Dinner: boiled celery + 1 tomato+ 1 fresh fruit (apple, pear, orange) DAY 4: Breakfast: 1 cup of coffee + 1 teaspoon of sugar + 1 slice of toast Lunch: 200 ml orange juice + 1 can of natural yogurt Dinner: 1 hard-boiled egg + 1 rubbed out carrot + 250 g cow cheese DAY 5: Breakfast: 1 big peeled carrot Lunch: 200 g grilled white fish(hake, bream, cod) with lemon juice + 1 spoon of butter Dinner: 200 g beef + 1 rubbed out celery DAY 6: Breakfast: 1 cup of coffee + 1 teaspoon of sugar + 1 slice of toast Lunch: 2 hard-boiled eggs + 1 big peeled carrot Dinner: 1/4 chicken skinless+ 1green salad with oil and lemon juice DAY 7: Breakfast: 1 cup of unsweetened tea Lunch: nothing (drink lot of water, it helpscurb the hunger) Dinner: 200 g lamb steak + 1 apple Repeat day one to six. • Coffee cannot be replaced for tea or vice- versa and should not be missed under any circumstaces • Be sure to drink at least 2lt of water each day. • Dinner and lunch meals can be swapped. • Do not chew gum, eat sweets, consume any alcohol or beverages other than water. •This diet should only be attempted once every two years. •We advise that you consult a doctor before commencing the diet as it may be unsuitable for some e,g. expectant and breastfeeding mothers. * Readers may attempt this diet at their own discretion, the paper promises no garanttees and can not be held sponsible for diet outcome.

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WONDER FOOD

This diet allegedly alters the body’s metabolism, allowing you to lose up to 8kgs in just two weeks. It is also believed that one can then go on eating healthily for up to two years without gaining any weight if successfully completed.

DAY 2: Breakfast: 1 cup of coffee + 1 teaspoon of sugar Lunch: 250 g ham + 200g of natural yogurt Dinner: 200 g fat free meat + 1 lettuce with oil and lemon juice

Move 3: Combo Jump Repeat the alternate-foot jump for eight turns of the rope and then do eight basic jumps . Continue this alternating pattern for one minute, rest for one minute, then repeat the sequence one more time Move 4: High Step Repeat the alternate-foot jump, but this time raise each knee to a 90-degree angle while jumping. Continue for one minute, and then rest for one minute. Do either the basic jump or the alternate-foot jump for five minutes. If you can’t keep it up that long, start by jumping for one minute, resting for one minute, and repeating for five sets. Aim to complete at least 600 jumps total. Modified from www.realsimple.com

13 DAY DIET DAY 1: Breakfast: 1 cup of coffee + 1 teaspoon of sugar Lunch: 2 hard-boiled eggs + 400 g spinach + 1 tomato Dinner: 200 g grilled beef + 1 green salad with oil and lemon juice

Basic Jump Swing the rope over your head and jump as it passes your feet .You don’t have to jump high, just enough to clear the rope. Land evenly on both feet. Continue for one minute, and then rest for one minute. Move 2: Alternate-Foot Jump Swing the rope over your head and jump as it passes your feet. Land on your right foot and on the next rotation, land on your left. Continue this, as if you were running in place, for one minute and then rest for one minute.

Lemon grass has been used for medicinal and culinary purposes for hundreds of years. Green and white with razor-like blades, this grass like plant is overlooked and yet it is in abundance locally. it benefits include • Cleansing of the body by eliminating toxic substances Cleansing organs of our body including kidney, pancreas, liver, bladder etc. • Helps to cope with excessive fats in body • Helps to deal with menstrual problems • Helps relieve the symptoms of coughs, colds & sore throats • Helps relieve stress and anxiety • Clearing acne • Easing constipation



It even helps with insomnia, just consume a cup of boiled lemon grass and sugar before you go to bed for a more relaxed bedtime. Lemongrass can be included in diet in many ways. Many people make use of lemongrass oil to add its flavour to food. It can also be consumed in form of tea by boiling it with water and sugar. It gives a good flavour when added to normal tea along with ginger.

SOCIAL

GBV: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

By SITEMBILE SIWAWA

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OISE could be heard coming from the flat next door, what had started as a confrontation of hushed voices had quickly escalated to a shouting match followed by that all too familiar sound of fist meeting flesh.

only, but to men too.

Monde (not real name) is all too familiar with this scene, yet another argument between the couple next door gone violent.

GBV constitutes of acts such as physical, verbal, sexual, emotional and economic abuse.

Alone in her flat and afraid for the safety of her neighbour, she gets up to go and intercede. But then it hits her, what if he turns on her, what if she bangs on the door and her neighbour ignores her. Worse yet, what if she’s too late.

Of late the country has witnessed an upswing in the number of GBV incidences where women have been victims.

She picks up her phone to call the nearest police station, then realises she doesn’t have their number. Besides the last time she called an emergency line they calmly informed her that they had no transport and she would have to pick them up. At that point she realises the noises have stopped, there is an eerie silence aside from a barely audible grown now and again. “She’s alive” she thinks, “maybe tomorrow I’ll approach her, tell her she can get help, and tell her she’s not alone”. But tomorrow comes and with the new day comes the dark shades and clothing that conceal the abuse her neighbour was victim to the night before. What baffles her is that the abuser too behaves like nothing has happened. To the public eye he is caring and attentive and very few notice the slight flinch from her every time he reaches to touch her. She suffers physical abuse at the hands of her husband from time to time but doesn’t have enough courage to report the matter to relevant authorities. Like Monde, many women witness or suffer violence at the hands of their husbands and remain silent about it due to a number of reasons which vary from individual to individual. Domestic violence alias Gender Based Violence (GBV) however does not only happen to women

Men have been victims and survivors of GBV at the hands of women but such cases are rarely reported because they feel embarrassed due to societal norms which expects them to be “strong”.

The rise in GBV cases has attracted fierce criticism from Inspector General of Police Stella Libongani who advised the affected to report such matters to the police. Ms Libongani said that GBV carries a woman’s face and that was why the law is so protective of women and children. She stated that the reported cases of GBV now stand at 8,699 between January and June this year. She added “we are currently training police officers on how to handle GBV cases and make sure they investigate them thoroughly so that perpetrators are brought to book.” Additionally, the GBV scourge has been made possible to fight by use of the Anti-GBV Act No.1 of 2011. The Act entails how to file and deal with the complaints of GBV, protection order and shelter for victims to mention a few. Despite the Anti-GBV Act being in place since 2011 little has been achieved because it does not have clauses that criminalise perpetrators but is administered alongside the penal code.

women still find it easy to withdraw GBV cases due to poverty. Women withdraw GBV cases because they have no means to support themselves economically. And that is why Government is advocating for the empowerment of women so that they lessen their dependency on men. However, withdrawing GBV cases has negatively affected society as a whole in that the affected party continues to live in a cycle of violence. And a life of continuous violence has seen many women dying and others sustaining permanent injuries. That is why victim support unit national coordinator Tresfold Kasale said children from homes where violence is the order of the day find it hard to have a proper relationship with their parents. Mr Kasale also said the school performance of children is greatly affected once there is violence in a home. “You see, the impact of GBV is so great that even parents who engage themselves in such fights find it hard to concentrate at work. You may find that they find it hard to even submit their reports on time due to the violence in a home,” he said. but more serious is the negative perception given to society that it is not as serious a crime, especially when those involved hold high offices in the country. Seemingly, Government does not have all the answers to the scourge of GBV and this has seen Non-Governmental Organisations come on board.

Minister of Gender and Child Development Inonge Wina said Government is reviewing the Act to ensure that it has clauses that criminalises perpetrators.

To supplement Government’s efforts, Young Women Christian Association (YWCA) provides shelter to victims and survivors of GBV.

“At the moment, the Anti-GBV Act cannot work in isolation but it is administered with the penal code,” Ms Wina said.

Many victims of GBV find it extremely difficult to walk away from their abusive partners because they have nowhere else to go to.

She however expressed worry that

YWCA executive director Patricia Ndhlovu said her organisation does provide shelter to victims of GBV. However, Ms Ndhlovu added that the shelter is not enough to accommodate the many victims her organisation receives and “we are urging Government to include the building of shelters for GBV victims in the 2015 national budget.” Ms Ndhlovu said apart from providing shelter, the victims are also empowered with various skills to enable them fend for themselves and families’ especially in situations where they (women) sought for divorce. “We also help victims with legal support in conjunction with the National Legal Clinic because we have seen that some women are not financially sound to hire a lawyer to battle it in the courts of law,” she explained. Furthermore, Ms Ndhlovu said last year her organisation introduced a ‘good husband campaign’ in Lusaka and Chipata that aims at changing the violent behaviour of identified men. “This campaign is receiving overwhelming response in the two cities and the men we identified as violent are slowly changing and we have been receiving testimonies from their wives,” she narrated. Meanwhile, last year and mid this year saw the American Government donate forensic equipment that will ease the work of police officers as the investigate defilement cases. The American Government trained police officers on how to use the forensic equipment. And then Home Affairs Minister Edgar Lungu said the forensic equipment would speed up the process of investigating defilement cases. Of late, perpetrators of defilement have been acquitted due to lack of evidence but with the coming of the forensic equipment, such cases will be disposed off quickly.

been made possible through the use of emergency support lines which have been initiated by Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Managing Programme (CHAMP). The toll-free line aims at giving women a chance to report GBV cases that they either suffer or witness. CHAMP learning centre manager in charge of the toll free line (911) Christine Mulenga said that women are free to report any GBV cases they experience. Ms Mulenga said the toll free line is available on all networks and councillors are available 24 hours countrywide. “Our toll free line not only tackles the issues of GBV but also enables young people to seek information on their sexual reproductive rights and male circumcision,” she said.

It now remains incumbent on the general community to utilise the existing policies and laws that Government and stakeholders have put in place to contribute to the reduction of GBV in the country.

YOUNG WOMEN CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION COUNCIL OF ZAMBIA (YWCA) Contact Details: Nationalist Road, Opposite UTH Mortuary P.O. Box 50115 LUSAKA. Tel. +260 211 254751/235305/235307 Fax: +260 211 254751 Email: [email protected] NATIONAL LEGAL AID CLINIC FOR WOMEN Musonda Ngosa Rd 110A/150 Villa Elizabetha, Lusaka, Zambia Email: [email protected] Phone: +260 211 220595

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t’s astonishing the beauty our country holds. I for one was amazed when I discovered pictures of white sand beaches and breath-taking waterfalls (the kind in “Malaysia Truly Asia” ad campaigns) that were supposedly all part of my back yard. Of course I use the term back yard loosely, seeing as the 10 acres I live on hardly compare to the vast lands that hold these treasures not known to those of us who dare not stray from the paved roads we are so fond of. Of particular interest to me is the Northern province, this wondrous beauty that once boasted more than ten waterfalls. That is until Muchinga province was formed and like any civil split the assets were shared. None the less this untouched wonderland (my civil way of saying under developed) still has plenty to offer. Let us begin with the all too famous Kalambo Falls, a 221 meter drop only rivalled by one other falls in Africa. Dr J. Desmond Clark described them as “one of the unforgettable sights of Africa… a single greatest example of the beauty that is to be found in falling water, in a setting of unsurpassed grandeur”. This gift from nature provides an exhilarating hiking escapade, with picture ops Nikon cameras dream of and Kodak hasn’t quite captured the moment of. And for bird watchers it offers the rare sitting of the Maribou Stork which nests in the gorge below. And while the falls may be the pride of Mbala district, it is not its only gem. The area also houses Zambia’s oldest surviving stone built church, Niamkolo Church. The church, which lies on the shores of lake Tanganyika, was built by the London missionary society from 1893-96 and offers a scenic and dare I say it, “spiritual experience” that will have you gushing for days. Though not nearly as much as the majestic view offered by lake Tanganyika. The longest fresh water lake in the world, lake Tanganyika isn’t just pretty to look at, it also offers lots of fun activities such as scuba diving, fishing, snorkelling,jet skiing, kayaking and lake game viewing. The lake is home to the worlds only aquatic cobra, Storms Water,there are over 280 species of Cichlids in the Lake, as well as lake salmon and of course the nile perch and Sangala Pama. The lake also houses hippo and crocodiles, but worry not, there are safe stretches for individuals to carry out water activities at ease. All in all the lake and its surrounding area make for an amazing get away. Be it with family, friends, colleagues or solo, its bound to be a holiday worth reliving at every social event. Best part is, you don’t even need your passport because its all part of your back yard. So as you plan your festive getaway this christmas, bear in mind all the wonders this part of the world has to offer. Visit the following websites for more information on accomodation, packages and activities. www.zambiatourism.com/activities/lake-tanganyika www.loveyourzambia.com www.ndolebaylodge.com www.isangabay.com www.tripadvisor.co.uk or like the page Fabulous Zambia facebook page for astouding Zambian holiday updates.

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he idyllic situation for any bride about to walk down the aisle is to be a hundred percent sure that the man you are about to commit the rest of your life to, is truly the man God set aside for you. Not all of us are that lucky, but such is the fortune of Sandra Sikanyika. Not only was her heart put at ease by the love she had for her husband to be, but during their engagement her confidence in her choice was bolstered by the prophecy of two reputable men of God who called out her hubby to be by name. We should all be so lucky. Kapelembe Sikanyika met Sandra through work and it would take him only two months of dating to come to the decision that she was the person he wanted to spend the rest of his life with. The two would wed two years later in

continued from page 3... For many young girls the financial sector is daunting to say the least. This is because many girls grow up believing that subjects to do with numbers or decision making are the domain of boys, yet this is clearly a myth. There are many powerful women right now in the banking sector and sitting right at the helm of the financial sector. Dr Tukiya Kankasa-Mabula as Deputy Bank of Zambia Governor is among this top tier of women. She joined the Central Bank in 1998 and worked her way through the ranks by holding positions such as Bank Secretary, Chief Legal Advisor to the Bank as well Secretary to the Board. She also oversaw the Public Relations section of the bank, but the highlight and perhaps her most notable nod is her current position as Deputy Governor of Administration at Zambia’s Central Bank. Other positions she has held include that of director of Licensing and Enforcement at the Securities and Exchange Commission as well as lecturer at the University of Zambia where she taught Commercial Law. For many young women she embodies just how far one can go with hard work and resilience and this is what has kept her relevant. She is also Chairperson of the Legal Steering Committee of the Central Bank Governors in SADC (CCBG) Committee as well as an Advocate of the High Court of Zambia. Other notable women making waves for Zambia in the financial sector include the current CEO of Swiss Charge Bank; Margaret Mwanakatwe.

Holding a degree of Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA), Ms Mwanakatwe is also a Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA), recognised by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, London, United Kingdom.

May of 2014, a day they would come to call “Yellow May” The wedding ceremony was officiated at St. Ignatius, with their friends and family on hand to witness the blessing of their union. Sandra, in her strapless gown radiated such beauty and joy that her groom was moved to tears (secretly of course) as he watched her walk down the aisle on her father’s arm. It would be just one of the many beautiful moments that would have them shed tears of joy. For their special day, the bride and groom selected a unique combination of yellow, black and white. A theme that run through from their ensembles and décor, right down to their wedding cake which bore Kapelembe’s graphic design insignia smiley face.

Another quirky touch was Kapelembe’s best man, or should we say best Woman. To play the role of wingman and trusty sidekick on the biggest day of his life, Kapelembe turned to his sister who has always been on hand to support, inspire and encourage him. At the tender ages of 23 and 21 Mr. and Mrs. Sikanyika are fortunate to have found what some never experience, a love so strong it pushes you to dare the impossible and enables you to overcome the limitations and expectations of society. We at BOLD can only pray that God continues to bless their union and that as he has been an eminent part of their marital foundation so shall he remain, till death do they part.

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She worked at Barclays Bank where she became the first woman and importantly the first Zambian National to hold the position of MD. she was the only female in this enviable position in all African Barclays subsidiaries. Her other high powered positions have included positions such as Director for Business Development in Anglophone Africa, at United Bank for Africa, at the bank’s headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria. Prior to that she was Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, of United Bank for Africa Uganda Limited, from March 2009 until May 2011.She currently heads Swiss Charge Bank. Mizinga Melu is another woman who has become a household name in Zambia and a source of pride for many women. Her appointment as Chief Executive Officer Barclays Banks Africa Regional Management on October 01 2014 was met with much elation. Her previous positions include a number of years as CEO of Standard Chartered Bank Zambia, Global Head of Business Organisations in the UK and Africa Regional Head of Financial Institutions in both South Africa and Kenya. Ms Melu is also known as a mentor who has always spoken out on the need for females to believe in themselves and try to break the glass ceilings that exist in financial institutions. Continues to page 11...

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INFORMATION Continued from page 9... Brenda Muntemba has had what can only be described as a whirlwind career in the police service, her most publicly noted office being that of Police Spokesperson. She has been accredited with bringing a human face to the police and playing an important role in transitioning public perception from that of a police force to a police service. But her most significant contribution to society has got to be her use of power of her office to bring attention to the abuse of women, be it through sexual abuse or early marriages. Brenda who enrolled into the police after the loss of her father who was also a Police Officer, describes her training at Lilayi Police Camp as an emotionally and physically draining experience that she would not repeat ever, not even for a million dollars Brenda recognises the importance of the training she underwent and accredits it for her discipline and ability to withstand criticism from the public, making it possible for her to exercise impartiality when carrying out her tasks during her tenure as member of the police force. Today she serves as Unesco Chief Programs Officer Zambia where she coordinates all activities to do with Unesco on behalf of the ministry of education. Lulu Haangala. Driven, ambitious and courageous are just a few words that can be used to describe this media personality that has become a household name. Lulu Haangala has managed to accomplish what many in the industry deem impossible; she has made herself a brand. Her main contribution to the media industry has been the revelation that media personalities in Zambia can be more than just famous; they can be a business in itself. Since her debut as a host on MUVI TVs kids news, Lulu has gone on to acquire accolades such as becoming a youth ambassador for Zambia’s American Embassy and representing Zambia in the Young Leadership initiative under the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. A bachelor of communications holder with a minor in business, Lulu has combined academic prowess and pure talent to cement her place in the media industry. A TV presenter, professional MC, Radio personality and social media queen (she has over 12,000 twitter followers and 23,859 likes on her Facebook page) Lulu has represented brands such as Samsung, Proflight, Ibox and Connect stores, and fast jet. All of this at the tender age of thirty. Also she’s one of the few Zambians who have a chart topping song with her name for the title Mutale Nkonde Kapaso You may remember her as a member of gospel group Exploit or may be familiar with her creations as a fashion designer, but BOLD acknowledges her for the headway she is making in the publishing industry. Having run Zambia’s first gloss paged magazine at just 21, Mutale has made a mark for herself as senior editor and general manager of LiF Mag azine and recently launched a youth based publication titled NEW ERA.

Krista Kalulu served as Lusaka District Commissioner during Rupiah’s term as President, but it is for her efforts in the field of event management that we acknowledge her. Krista is the founder and former owner of KashOne, an events management company. During her time at the organization she worked diligently to raise the standard of service delivery in the industry. KashOne is one of the few Zambian owned events companies that managed to provide international standards at its inception. Today the event management market has truly grown and more and more people are choosing it as a career path and its thanks to people like Krista that local suppliers can evenly compete for market share with international firms. Faith Mulenga Kabende Locally designed ensembles have certainly come a long way and it is owed in part to the contributions of Faith Mulenga Kabende and her fashion house Fay Designs. Her intricate detailing and finessed finish have elevated the standard of design and production in Zambia and she is one of the few full time Zambian Fashion designers making a living primarily from her designs. Towani Clark There is an air of purpose that shadows her, ever present but not forced. As I interview her I can’t help but notice how she occupies her space, not so much owning it as being at one with it, as if every item in her surrounding deliberately and actively seeks out to complement her being. As she elaborates on the birth of her design house Kutowa, I am intrigued by how she has managed to transform herself. Originally an Agriculture Major, Towani ventured into the fashion industry after hitting what she describes the ceiling of her career path at the law firm she worked for. She’d always had a knack for altering her clothing to suit her body, as well as designing outfits from fabric her mum bought during her travels, thus the move to fashion was an inevitable. As part of a new year’s resolution/goal she set about establishing her fashion house Kutowa which means sunrise. At the time of its inception Chitenge inclusive design were pretty much considered occasional outfits reserved for Kitchen Partys and Independence Day celebrations. Towani recognized this gap in the market and capitalized on it, creating everyday clothes that incorporated Chitenge fabric that appealed to the modern woman. Today Chitenge has become a “must have” urban trend and more and more women are embracing it as acceptable corporate, fashionable and rooted apparel. Kutowa also offers support to underprivileged women in the community by commissioning them produce intricate parts of Towanis’ designs as well as offering skills training in the areas of garment production.

Charity Lumpa is the first female to head up a telecommunications company in Zambia. Currently the MD of Airtel Zambia, Ms Lumpa began her career as a Management trainee in 1984 at Zambia State Insurance. Over the years she has served as Head Group Credit Administration at EcoBank Transitional inc, and held positions with Stanbic Bank, Barclays and Citi Bank. She also served as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at the then Zambia National Tourism Board (ZNTB) and Managing Director of Ecobank Zambia. Over her illustrious 20 year career, Charity Lumpa has rose to the occasion and delivered results far past expectation a feat we trust she will continue to achieve.

These women have helped shape the local music landscape, each offering a new perspective and facet to females in the industry. Maureen Lilanda, or Aunty Mo as she is fondly referred to as, has over 20 years’ experience in the music industry. In an era where sex sales she has managed to maintain her dignified ethnic image and has relied solely on her vocal talent to remain relevant. What is even more inspiring is how her music stands the test of time, to the extent that she has remained on the music scene for years without having to release a new album. She is also committed to her community service in Vera Chiluba, since independence Zambia has had five first ladies but none is as revered or treasured as much as Vera Chiluba. A true “rags to riches” poster child, Vera came from humble beginnings and found herself propelled into a life of politics and public scrutiny when she married Former President Fredrick T. J Chiluba then a labour union leader. As a first Lady she opened up the doors of her office, demonstrating that her role was not just that of companion and space filler in presidential photos, but to serve her country by offering support to the less privileged. Something her organization, Hope Foundation, did exceptionally. Today she serves her country as an Honourable Member of Parliament and continues to render support to those in need, Sylvia Chabala Banda Author, chef and entrepreneur, Sylva Chabala Banda has repositioned traditional food in the Zambian Market. At a time when local cuisine was relegated to scatty eating places, home and kitchen parties, Sylvia made the bold decision to commercialise traditional foods. 5 years after graduating from Fairview Catering College, Ms. Banda established Sylva Catering, an institution that has grown to include a university, a food processing company, a traditional canned food line and a solar powered food dryer. There are also a slew of awards and appointments that we have made available on our BOLD Facebook page.

Karen Nakawala walked away from the position of communication and marketing manager at CFAO Zambia to indulge her entrepreneurial spirit. Today she is the Executive Director at Afro Multi Media Productions and Zambia Fashion Week. Her contribution to the fashion industry in Zambia is cardinal as she has provided local designers with a platform to showcase their works on a larger scale as well as captivated the interest of the corporate world that have the resources to provide much needed resources to the industry. Though Zambia fashion week was originally initiated by others, Karen Nakawala and her team at Afro Multi Media have revamped the event and elevated in place on Zambia’s fashion calendar.

Lesa Kasoma,with 23 radio stations in Lusaka there is much competition for market share, but under her management Komboni Radio has managed to carve out its fair share. It goes without saying that she is the first female to have ownership of a radio station, but more impressive then that is the ingenious of a radio station that capitalises on the fact that the majority of Zambia isn’t in the middle and high income class. By catering to the mass market Komboni radio has cemented its place in Zambia’s media history.

rural areas in which she speaks to school children and educated them on the dangers of unprotected sex, early marriages, malaria and human right

Mampi Mirriam Mukape is one of the few artists in her generation to reach international acclaim, selling out concerts in countries like Ghana and Mauritius and touring the world over. She has managed to garner respect for the Zambian music industry as a whole as one of the countries few artists that can headline shows internationally and is capable of pulling a crowd without the need for other big names on her line-up. She continues to be a benchmark for upcoming female artists.

Daputsa Nkhata’s ,aka Sister D, approach has been to educate the masses through her music, citing social injustices such as child abuse and gender based violence in her lyrics. Her advocacy for children and women’s rights have not been limited to her musical material, she was appointed Ambassador Against Child Labour and has continued to work tirelessly for the safety of children and women in the country. Judge Florence Ndepele Mwachande Mumba has held judicial office since 1980 and was the first woman to be appointed High Court Judge in Zambia. In 1997 she was appointed supreme court judge and was elected judge of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia in the Hague where she also served as vice president from 1999 to 2001. Today she serves as a Supreme Court Judge in Zambia. www.eccc.gov.kh Cherise Makubale . As far as reality show victories go, none has yet to rival that of Cherise’s Big Brother Africa victory in 2003. By winning the first ever Big Brother Africa Cherise bought Zambia its 15 minutes of fame in the limelight. Her victory made Africa pay closer attention to the entertainment industry and certainly catapulted the trend of corporate entities and the wealthy sponsoring entertainment based activities and individuals. Esther Phiri has become synonymous with Zambian boxing and though retired she remains endeared in the hearts of many. She brought back some life to a sport that for many years saw little support both commercially and socially. In a country where the term sport is unfortunately deemed a synonym for football, Esther has managed to rally the support of both the corporate world and the general public, revamping a sport that was limping along and carving a path for other boxers both male and female to excel in the sport.

Dr. Evelyn Nguleka is the first female president of Zambia National Farmers Union and owner of Golan Poultry Solutions. She is a veterinary degree holder from the University of Zambia who has managed to prove herself in what is primarily a male dominated industry.

Maureen Nkandu began her career as a continuity presenter on Zambia National Broadcasting Cooperation. At just 17 she managed to beg her way into an audition session alongside other candidates. Fresh out of high school, she did not let the fact that the other contenders were college graduates intimidate her and when she was selected she was the only one not surprised, after all she’d been practicing in the mirror for five years. Her transition from continuity presenter to newscaster would begin with a chance on air reading when the news caster assigned was unable to make it on time. Maureen ceased the opportunity and begged her supervisors to let her stand in. Her performance would be so stellar management would not help but send her for formal training. She would later be poached by BOP TV where she worked for a year before pursuing a Masters in Journalism at the University of Wales. Upon graduation she went to work in the public relations department at MNET and later joined the SABC where she read the 5pm news. It wasn’t long before BBC Africa approached her and offered her a position as a producer and presenter of their flagship Focus on Africa programme. Today she heads up the communication department at the NEPAD Agency of the African Union. It’s no secret, especially to those in the media industry, how hard it is to break out into foreign media markets as such we salute Maureen Nkadu for proving it is not impossible and for inspiring female journalists to aspire for more.

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APPS Levo Resume With the job market in Zambia being what it is, this app comes in really handy. The likelihood is that you have to update, edit or restructure your CV depending on what you’re applying for. So rather than stick to boring old word, try out Levo resume, the app Syncs with LinkedIn and provides you with resumebuilding and career advice. So go ahead and create your CV on the app and then save it as a PDF and print it, or simply email it.

Never lose your keys again: Sync the Cobra Electronics Tag to your smartphone (there’s an app for that) and attach it to your keys. Next time you’re on the hunt, use the app to make the tag ring. It works the other way too: Press the tag to call your misplaced phone. Genius! cobra.com

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SPLIT SCREEN Let’s face it, doing more than one thing is in every woman’s DNA, and while the system isn’t up to speed with just how many things we can do at a time, there is hope. The dual window feature allows you to run and access two apps simultaneously by splitting the screen. QMEMO+ Bye-bye typing, hello writing. Doodle, scribble and more are just an up swipe away. Qmemo+’s paper option give you a plain canvas on which to scribble away, It also allows you to take a screen shot of whatever is currently being displayed and you’ll be immediately able to jot notes down via text or by drawing directly on the screenshot. KNOCK CODE the LG G3

comes with a suave safety app that allows you to use a knock code to lock and unlock your phone. Oh, you also have a backup pin just in case you forget it. GUEST MODE and for the snoopy friend who always has to use your phone and can’t help but wander into folders she has no business being in, there’s guest mode, an app means she can have access

to all your phones basic amenities without having access to your private info. SMART CLEANING this app alerts you on applications that you are not making use of and other data that are taking up much needed space. So before your phone starts to freeze and your apps run slow, this handy tool lets you know what has to go.

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Wearable tech You know its heaven when your absolutely amazing accessory is also functional. New York Fashion week 2014 exhibited quite a few of such items. We fell in love with CuteCircutes IPhone controlled skirts and jackets that allow you to change the fabric print depending on your mood. But the more practical jewellery options by CUFF take the cake. Their device fits into a line of jewellery that reminds you to carry your phone and also notifies you of important calls by vibrating. But its most interesting feature is that it can help keep you safe. The Cuff app will alert the people you designate as “first responders” when you need help. It will send SOS messages and won’t stop until someone responds ,also your designated person/s will receive information on your location as well as live audio.

Nike Training Club Getting and staying fit just got easier. If you’re having trouble scheduling in time for a workout at the gym due to a hectic lifestyle, then this is the app for you. Nike training club allows you to get fir on the go, providing you with multiple workout videos from various trainers and athletes that you can access at your convenience. Websites ivillage.com The website provides a host of insightful lifestyle articles created with women in mind. Topics include health, beauty and childcare. they even have online games to keep you entertained. Theknot.com What ESPN is to sports lovers, theknot.com is to would be brides. The site carries suggestions on everything from wedding décor to party favours. Best of all you can set up your own account and use it to plan your wedding.

B O L D BOLD is a private sector initiative aimed at celebrating the accomplishments of women as well as encouraging, entertaining and educating them while promoting a positive lifestyle. This specialised bi-monthly paper targets women and highlights the great strides women have achieved in their various fields. BOLD celebrates women’s contributions to positive change in society, be it economic, social or professional. We invite you to send in stories about the remarkable women you know and the contributions they have made, great and small, to society. We look forward to featuring them in our “BOLD SALUTE” Column which will premier in our next edition and award them the acknowledgement they deserve.

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