The Best of Zambia magazine (April 2012)

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As usual we’ve got some cracking special offers, events and news this month.

This magazine is all about featuring the latest updates from our members. You’ll find copies of the magazine on our site, on the blog and on Facebook. Make it the place to go for the latest bargain to bag or event to attend.

As well as all the latest offers, news and events, we have an interview with Lee-Anne Singh of Image Promotions about the newly launched Best of Zambia book (and more). You can grab your copy of this informative journal for K250,000 from the Image Promotions offices in Lusaka.

Have a fantastic Easter holiday everyone!

Sara Drawwater, Managing Editor

Nambeye Katebe, Assistant Editor

Contents >>

— This month’s interview >> 4Every month we interview someone making an impact in Zambia or doing something we’re proud of internationally.

— Staff news and opinions >> 6Every month we share the latest news and opinions from the Best of Zambia team.

— Hot off the press >> 8All special offers, events and news are now gathered together towards the back of the magazine.

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This month’s interview

Nambeye interviews Lee-Anne Singh, of Image Promotions

The recent publication of the exciting “Best of Zambia” book, a coffee table book that showcases Zambia, prompted our Multi-Media Journalist, Nambeye Katebe to catch up with Lee-Anne Singh from Image Promotions, the company that is the driving force in Zambia behind the book.

NAMBEYE: To start with, besides being the founder of Image Promotions, you have had a direct hand in running an impressive list of businesses including Rooney’s Hire and ShowMasters. Could you give us a brief history of your experiences with these companies?

LEE-ANNE: I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to be involved in founding several companies. This includes Rooney’s Hire, ShowMasters, Conference Systems, Magic of Zambia and Image Promotions. These five companies are a group of companies

under the registered name of Event Solutions. Event Solutions basically provides turn-key solutions for event management.

NAMBEYE: You are quite the business woman! You have mentioned five companies that fall under the umbrella of Event Solutions. How distinct is one company from the other?

LEE-ANNE: Event Solutions mainly provides solutions for any event. Each company is unique and four of the companies deal with different areas of event management.

Image Promotions are conference and event management professionals, supporting the organisation of any kind of function.

Rooney’s hire out quality equipment for indoor and outdoor events such as corporate cocktail parties, international conferences and weddings.

ShowMasters provide a complete exhibition stand design-and-build service. Conference Systems deals with audio and visual systems and all IT related details for conferences. The Magic of Zambia is relatively new and is a publication company.

NAMBEYE: With all these different businesses as part of your portfolio, what would you say is closest to your heart?

LEE-ANNE: Education. I have a passion for education and to help young people. I am a board member of Junior Achievement which is a global organisation that has been in existence since 1919 and started operating in Zambia in 2009.

NAMBEYE: That is interesting considering that most of the work you are involved in focuses on event management. Have you had an opportunity to live out your passion and help young people in terms of education?

Lee-Anne: Yes. As part of the board for Junior Achievement I have been involved in organising careers fairs.

We will be holding the fourth careers fair this year at the Mulungushi Conference Centre and over 300 students have already signed up.

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NAMBEYE: Exciting news! Something else that is exciting is the recent publication of a coffee table book called the Best of Zambia. Image Promotions partnered with GVPedia to get this wonderful book together. Could you tell us how you got involved in the production of the book?

LEE-ANNE: To be honest we were head-hunted! GVPedia approached us and we were happy to take up the challenge. A lot of people contributed to making the Best of Zambia book come alive and we just managed the project and put it all together.

NAMBEYE: Image Promotions is mostly known for event management, but you choose to get involved in the production of the “Best of Zambia” book. What experience do you have in book production?

LEE-ANNE: This is actually not the first book we have done under Image Promotions. We have already produced two editions of a book called Magic of Zambia. We were inspired to do it during the Insaka as we realised a lot of people would be coming to Zambia and did not know much about it.

We have now expanded and created Magic of Zambia and this company will handle all future publications.

NAMBEYE: Now something that has caused a lot of confusion has been the title of your book. Many people assume that “Best of Zambia Book” is the same as our online directory “The Best of Zambia”. Could you kindly explain the difference?

LEE-ANNE: Yes, that was something I had to explain a lot during the

production for the book! The most important difference is that “Best Of” is an international brand under GVPedia and is a series of books showcasing and promoting leading companies and entrepreneurs from around the world. 40 countries are already in print and 70 more are in production.

Examples are Best of Botswana, Best of South Africa and so on, so naturally it had to be Best of Zambia.

On the other hand The Best of Zambia website is a comprehensive business profiling website that advertises any enterprise in Zambia to a growing international and local audience.

NAMBEYE: Thanks for clearing that up. We are excited to see Best of Zambia book finally in print! How are you planning to get it out there?

LEE-ANNE: The quality of the book means it can reach to the highest level.

There is a demand for the book to be in all foreign missions so we are doing pretty well already. We have a plan to distribute it to corporate and leading hotels and are proactively marketing it ourselves.

NAMBEYE: The Best of Zambia Book is only the first volume of a series on Zambia, when do we expect the next edition?

LEE-ANNE: We are already working on it and are hoping to get it out within a year.

NAMBEYE: How can businesses get involved in the next edition?LEE-ANNE: Anybody interested

in participating in the next edition should get in touch with us through Image Promotions.

NAMBEYE: Your close partners GVPedia, who are behind the Best of Zambia Book, have linked with the World Trade Centre in Cape Town South Africa to participate in this year’s 2012 EMEA World Trade Centre event. Could you tell us what this event is all about?

LEE-ANNE: The EMEA is a very prestigious event and the exciting news is it will be hosted in Cape Town, South Africa this year. The event is all about networking.

The World Trade Centres in Africa promote trade between private sector entities across Africa so it’s a good way of crossing borders.

NAMBEYE: Will Image Promotions be part of this event?

LEE-ANNE: Definitely. This is an important event and we feel it is definitely something in which we should participate. For us it is an investment into the future which can bring greater opportunities for Zambia.

NAMBEYE: Finally, and probably the most important question, where can people get their copy of the Best of Zambia Book?

LEE-ANNE: Currently, Best of Zambia Book is only available for purchase at the Image Promotions offices. The book costs K250, 000.

Informationthebestofzambia.com/image-promotions

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— Staff news and opinions

The Best of Zambia team is growing and we don’t mean in terms of staff! We have been blessed with two tiny little new members.

Mrs Sally Chikweto, one of our newest additions to the sales team, had a bouncy baby boy last year and our administration officer Mrs Percy Lungu evened the scales with a pretty little baby girl this year! We thought it would be fun and heart warming to introduce you to our adorable new additions.

Choolwe David Shamaila ChikwetoWith four names to his credit, we can tell that baby Choolwe’s parents were excited about this one! Born on October 16th 2011, Choolwe already impresses his parents with his ability to imitate sounds. The name Choolwe means “lucky” and we reckon we have a little genius on our hands!

It’s the exciting and heart warming pitter patter of tiny feet!

Thandiwe LunguWe could hardly get this little princess to wake up from her beauty sleep for the photo shoot! Born on February the 14th, this Valentine’s Day baby is easy to love. She hardly ever cries and is already a firm favourite, with her ability to break out into little chuckles. Thandiwe means “beloved” and we have to say she is very appropriately named!

By Nambeye Katebe, Assistant Editor

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Visit the Eastern Cape with Juls Africa

The Eastern Cape of South Africa is a wonderful destination for a self drive holiday. This is a nine night package from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. This package includes:

» A flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town » Three nights accommodation in

Cape Town (bed and breakfast) » Two nights accommodation in

Wilderness (bed and breakfast) » Two nights accommodation in

Knysna (bed and breakfast) » Three nights accommodation in

a tented camp in Woodbury (full board) » Return flights from Port Elizabeth

to Johannesburg » Car hire for nine days

The package is $1,850 per person sharing (based on two people). The package excludes flights between Zambia and Johannesburg and meals not mentioned above. Find out more through Juls Africa

Information+260 (0) 211 292 [email protected]/juls-africa

Three for two nights at Croc Valley Camp

Green season rates at Croc Valley Camp are $140 per person sharing on a full board basis. Plus until the 30th of June you can stay for three nights and only pay for two!

Full board includes accommodation, all meals, four game drives, laundry and airport transfers if required. Children sharing under the age of 12 pay 80% of the rate and children sharing under five go free. Bookings will be accepted at any time subject to availability.

There is also a small charge of $5 per person per night donated equally to SLCS (South Luangwa Conservation Society) that helps control the anti- poaching in the park, and Project Luangwa that facilitates the building of new schools and classrooms in the area. Croc Valley offers affordable safari lodge accommodation bordering the amazing South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. It’s all about comfort together with rustic simplicity. Information+260 (0) 216 246 [email protected]/croc-valley-camp

— Hot off the press: OFFERS

Lafe offers reduced rates for April and free wine!

For the whole of April and May 2012 Lafe Hotel will be offering reduced rates.

Family dinners will be available for just K75,000 per person.

This offer is on their buffet meal with selected drinks. And guests taking this offer up get a complimentary bottle of red wine!

Both Lafe restaurants serve delicious buffets. The indoor restaurant, ‘Mhlabangubo’, allows you to enjoy your meal in a formal dining area neatly presented and fully dressed with white linen and full tableware. At the patio restaurant, ‘Siwetje’, you’ll enjoy eating in a relaxed al fresco style atmosphere. You’ll be in comfortable surroundings in the central courtyard area, with a selection of popular music playing softly in the background. Relax and unwind at the ‘Sibongile’ bar which is fully stocked with various local and imported wines, beers and other liquors. Information+260 (0) 211 292 [email protected]/lafe-hotel

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Wedding specials and 10% off events

Between April and June, Plan It Designs are offering a range of specials on weddings and 10% off events management fees.

Based in Lusaka, Plan It Designs Ltd offer a personalised service specialising in quality events management, interior design and décor consultation, landscaping, exquisite flora and handmade gifts.

Plan It Designs event management services can be customised to suit varying environments and budgets.

The Plan It Design team will work on the visual style of the event premises, landscaped surrounds, gifts, flower arrangements and much more.

The team has cultivated a personalised and professional approach to its work, and, throughout each project, clients will be regularly updated on developments and any issues will be swiftly resolved.

Information+260 (0) 211 236 [email protected]/plan-it-designs

Jägermeister!Buy three get one free!

Kazuma are currently holding this great special offer on Jägermeister liquor: buy three get one free!

Kazuma Enterprises Limited in Lusaka is the country’s largest liquor importer, supplying the Zambian market with premium international brands of beers, wine and spirits.

Their range includes beers, spirits and mixers as well as a wide selection of wines.

Kazuma specialises in supplying hotels, restaurants and supermarkets who can be confident they will find an excellent choice at Kazuma Enterprises.

Kazuma Enterprises is constantly adding to their range and is dedicated and passionate about supplying only the best. The company believes in “quality without compromise.”

Information+260 (0) 211 287 [email protected]/kazuma-wine

Universal Fitness Easter special

This Easter Universal Fitness are offering a trial membership rate of K350,000 per month.

Membership is normally K550,000 per month so this is a great saving. It is available when you join and pre pay for six or 12 months. Find Universal Fitness at Diamonds of Lusaka on Kafue Road.

Universal Fitness gym in Lusaka, offers state of the art gym equipment, fitness classes and facilities like sauna and steam rooms. Universal Fitness boasts the most comprehensive range of gym equipment in the country. All equipment at Universal Fitness is from the Life Fitness brand.

The gym is open from Mondays through to Fridays from 05:00 to 22:00 hours, Saturday from 6:00 to 18:00 hours and on Sundays from 8:30 to 17:00 hours.

Photo Credit: http://sweet-potatopie.com/healthandfitnessarticles/tag/black-women-fitness/ Information+260 (0) 979 366 [email protected]/universal-fitness

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— Hot off the press: EVENTS IN DATE ORDER

Good Friday sea food special at Pansupa

Pansupa Restaurant in Lusaka will be hosting a seafood special on Good Friday. Book your place to sample tiger prawns, sole, Portuguese sardines and bream served with Afro-fusion accompaniments.

Pansupa is all about fine dining African style! Evelyn Ndawa Kasonkomona, owner of Pansupa Restaurant, successfully uses traditional African dishes, transforming them into a sophisticated menu. This place offers a chic luxurious ambience with authentic Zambian artefacts.

With beautiful, rich African décor, Pansupa has received wide acclaim since it opened in June 2010. It has hosted the former President of Zambia, Dr Kenneth Kaunda, the former President of Botswana, Festus Mogae, and many other high profile guests.

Now’s your chance to take them up on this invite and sample the Pansupa dining experience.

Information+260 (0) 222 230 [email protected]/pansupa-restaurant

Kasanka family fun Easter weekend

This Easter visit Kasanka Trust at Kasanka National Park for a relaxed fun filled weekend with the family.

Event details » Venue: Kasanka Trust » Date: 6th April to 9th April 2012 » Rates: K45,000 per person per

night for dinner, bed and breakfast

Accommodation is at Wasa Lodge which is run by the Kasanka Trust who have put on a wonderful itinerary for this weekend break.

6th April » Arrival and dinner

7th April » Kids game drives with bush

quizzes and challenges » Morning and afternoon drives » Evening wildlife slide show

8th April » Morning game drives » Slip and slide on the lawn » Easter Egg hunt » Lunch time braii

9th April » Departure

Find out more and join in the fun!

Information+260 (0) 211 224 [email protected]/kasanka-trust

Mexican night fiesta at Shaka’s Grill

Fancy the taste of Mexico? It’s all about Mexican food and music at Shaka’s Grill on the 5th of April! Located at Lusaka’s Manda Hill Mall, Shaka’s Grill is a restaurant that serves cuisines ranging from tasty African-oriented to international.

Event details » Venue: Shaka’s Grill, Manda Hill » Date: 5th April 2012 » Time: 18:00 hours

This will make an excellent evening for a family treat. Children under 12 can make use of the Shaka’s Grill kids club. Here you’ll find video games, a trampoline, wall climbing facilities and much more. Parents can therefore enjoy a quiet meal while the kids play under the watchful eye of the kids’ club staff members.

On Mexican night you can sample the hot and flavoursome tastes of Mexico and get into the zone with Mexican tunes.

Information+260 (0) 211 258 [email protected]/shakas-grill

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See The Eagles in Johannesburg at Easter!

The Eagles are touring South Africa for the first time ever in their 40-year history. And you can be part of it!

» Venue: The Sun City Superbowl » Date: 7th of April 2012 » Price: $883 per person sharing

With five number one singles, six Grammy Awards, five American Music awards and six number one albums, the Eagles were one of the most successful acts of the1970s. The Eagles are the fifth highest selling music act in U.S History and to date have sold in total 120 million copies worldwide.

Package includes return flights between Lusaka and Jo’burg on Air Namibia, two nights’ accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at Road Lodge, return airport transfer inJo’burg and entrance tickets.

This offer is from Voyagers Travel who is a complete one stop travel agent for travelling in Zambia and abroad. Terms and conditions apply.

Information+260 (0) 211 [email protected]/voyagers-travel

Konzani Gardens kids Easter special

Let your kids enjoy a fun filled day of Easter activities for just K25,000!

» Venue: Konzani Gardens Lodge, New Mumbwa Road in Lusaka West » Date: 7th April 2012 » Time: 11:00 to 17:00

Activities include: » Jumping castles » Trampolining » Easter egg hunt » Lucky dip » And so much more

K25,000 entry fee includes all activities and lunch of burger and chips. Those who would rather give the activities a miss can enter for K10, 000 (entry fee only).

You can enjoy a distinctly African theme, a good restaurant and rolling grounds, as well as facilities like internet access. If you want to make a weekend of it then Konzani Gardens Lodge also offers a great range of accommodation.

Information+260 (0) 211 845 [email protected]/konzani-gardens

Holiday events at Chudleigh House School

Chudleigh House has put together holiday events that include holiday day care, a holiday soccer academy and holiday tuition sessions.

Holiday day careDay care will start from April the 10th and end on May the 3rd - for children between one and a half and six years of age. Its aim is to keep young children busy and entertained during the school holidays.

Holiday soccer academyThis is for boys and girls aged between seven and 16. Qualified coaches will be training the children. Discipline and good morals willbe part of the training programme.

Holiday tuitionExperienced and dedicated Chudleigh House School teachers will be conducting holiday tuition for examination classes Grade 7, 9, and 12. Other grades (8, 10 and primary students) can make special arrangements. Extra reading classes will also be available.

Information+ 260 (0) 978 156 [email protected]/chudleigh-house-school

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— Hot off the press: EVENTS IN DATE ORDER

Weekly salsa lessons at Revolución

Have you got salsa? If you want to learn from the very beginning or polish up your talent, Revolución holds salsa lessons every Thursday evening.

Event details » Venue: Revolución Mexican Bar

and Grill » Date: Every Thursday » Time: 18:30 » Rates: K20,000 per person

As well as salsa lessons you’ll find an authentic Central American atmosphere and food. Open seven days a week there’s something to enjoy every day of the week.

The restaurant is immaculately designed and decorated. This Mexican restaurant in Lusaka offers authentic Mexican food such as sizzling chicken fajitas, Tampiqueña steak, burritos, nachos and salads. With a focus on fresh food to ensure vibrant flavours, the kitchen prepares everything including tortilla chips, salsa and a secret recipe hot sauce — using chillies grown on site!

Information+260 (0) 977 966 [email protected]/revolucion-mexican-restaurant

Rhapsody’s Fiesta Latina night

This Latino event is in aid of the annual Mukwashi Trust School fundraiser. Book your ticket to enjoy a night of Latino flavours and salsa dancing.

Event details » Venue: Rhapsody’s Lusaka » Date: 21st April 2012 » Time: 19:30 hours » Price: K250,000 per person » Tickets from: Laura on

+260 (0) 211 976 859982 and Sara on +260 (0) 967 779364

Rhapsody’s Restaurant is known for hosting popular events that go down a storm. Expect nothing less from this event! Booking is absolutely essential so make contact to bag a place on the guest list.

Rhapsody’s Restaurant in Lusaka, Zambia, with its sophisticated ambiance, varnished brickwork and terracotta décor, is the kind of place in Lusaka where you’ll want to be seen. It also holds the PMR Diamond award for best executive restaurant in Zambia for 2011.

Information+260 (0) 211 256 [email protected]/rhapsodys-lusaka

See the best in ballet — see Giselle

The South African Ballet Theatre is proud to present ‘Giselle’ — a ballet in two Acts.

» Venue: The South African Ballet Theatre » Date: 12th to 29th April 2012 » Time: 11:00 to 17:00

Giselle is the ultimate ballet love-story — of a prince who falls in love with a peasant girl and of her love for him which is stronger than betrayal and death. “Giselle…is an audience pleaser” says Star Tonightand the Citizen calls it “Mesmerising”

Two nights from only $754 per person sharing. Package includes return flight Lusaka — Johannesburg, two nightsaccommodation on a bed and breakfast basis at Holiday Inn Express Woodmead and returnairport transfer in Johannesburg.

This offer is with Voyagers Travel who is a complete one stop travel agent for travelling in Zambia and abroad. Terms and conditions apply.


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See Micheal Buble live in South Africa

Tickets are available for you to be part of Michael Buble’s Crazy Love Tour, live in Cape Town on the 1st and 2nd of May.

» Venue: Grand West Casino » Date: 1st and 2nd of May 2012 » Price: $1,072 per person sharing

This exciting package includes return flights between Lusaka and Cape Town, Mezzanine concert ticket at Grand West Casino, two nights’ accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at City LodgeWaterfront and airport transfers in Cape Town. This offer is with Voyagers Travel, a complete one stop travel agent for travelling in Zambia and abroad. Terms and conditions apply.


See The Phantom of the Opera in Johannesburg!

This amazing musical has now made its long awaited arrival in Johannesburg.

» Venue: The Tiatro at Montecasino » Date: Until May 2012 » Price: $768 per person sharing » Price: $958 for singles

Broadway’s longest running musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, has experienced sell-out seasons around the world. It has now made its long awaited arrival in Johannesburg. This package includes return flights between Lusaka and Jo’burg on Air Namibia, two nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis at Indaba Hotel, return airport transfers inJo’burg and stalls or balcony tickets to the show.

This offer is with Voyagers Travel, a complete one stop travel agent for travelling in Zambia and abroad. Terms and conditions apply.


Dance 4 Paws: fund raising dinner dance

Lusaka Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) announces its Dance 4 Paws fund-raising dinner in aid of the LAWS ‘Spay is the Way’ campaign.

Funds are also being raised for updating the primate facilities at Munda Wanga Environmental Park.

Event details » Venue: Inter Continental Hotel

Gardens » Date: 28th April 2012 » Time: 19:00 hours » Price: K30,000 per person » Tickets from: Siri on

+260 (0) 211 977 856040 and Fred on +260 (0) 977 410302

Enjoy a special four course buffet dinner. Paint on your favourite animal face and dance the night away to the sound of the nine man Hooter Tooter Band all the way from the Netherlands.

There’ll be prizes for the best painted face, a live auction and lots of other prizes.

Information+260 (0) 966 005 [email protected]/lusaka-animal-welfare-society

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— Living and lifestyle: NEWS

Rhapsody’s win PMR Diamond award

Congratulations to Rhapsody’s who have been awarded the Diamond Arrow 2011 award, coming first overall for executive restaurants.

The award is given to companies and institutions that are seen to be doing the most to stimulate the economic growth and development of Zambia.

It is rated by a random national sample of 125 respondents made up of CEO’s, Managing Directors, company owners, managers and Government officials.

The award recognises the efforts being made by the Rhapsody’s team in Lusaka. The restaurant has a sophisticated ambiance, varnished brickwork and terracotta décor. It’s the kind of place in Lusaka where you’ll want to be seen, which is why it has been heralded as the best executive restaurant. With stylish surroundings, a variety of signature dishes and a wide selection of exotic cocktails to suit every taste, you’ll want to come back for more.

Information+260 (0) 211 256 [email protected]/rhapsodys-lusaka

Plates prides itself on being flexible and responding to the needs of customers. One way it does this is through its popular gift cards.

If you’re struggling for a present then a Plates Restaurant gift card is a unique way to make someone’s day. These are available in any amount so give a gift for a meal or five! Gift cards can be redeemed in the restaurant or in the wine bar so bearers have the flexibility to choose what suits them. They could pop in for a cosy meal for two or when Plates are holding one of their events - be that cheese making or whiskey tasting.

The Plates menu changes regularly to fit in with seasonal ingredients so gift card bearers will never be bored with what’s on the menu! What’s more, Plates Restaurant even does personlised meals so if you want something extra special then that’s the gift for you.

Conditions apply.

Information+260 (0) 211 841 [email protected]/plates-restaurant

Avocado Hair and Day Spa opens a retail shop

Avocado is pleased to announce that it has recemtly opened a retail shop on the Avocado premises in Longacres.

The shop stocks a fabulous new range of Africology products and many more beauty, body and hair products for ladies and gentlemen interested in really taking care of their appearance.

This retail shop adds to the multi-sensory experience that can be found at Avocado Hair and Day Spa.

With inspiring grounds, tranquil treatment rooms and a personalised service, Avocado Spa is geared to giving each of its clients a great experience. A professional team of therapists and stylists devote time to helping each client embrace a look that reflects their personality and lifestyle, and feel good on the inside too with a range of fitness classes.

Now you can buy the products that the Avocado team of experts uses and recommends.

Information+260 (0) 211 255 [email protected]/avocado-hair-and-day-spa

Gift cards from Plates Restaurant and Wine Bar

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New rates at Victoria Apartments

Victoria Apartments in Livingstone have launched brand new rates for their accommodation.

» Stay for up to two nights for $150 in a standard room and $170 in an air conditioned room

» Stay for three or more nights for $116 in a standard room and $135 in an air conditioned room

» Stay for a month for $1,600 in a standard room and $1,800 in an air conditioned room

Conditions will apply so talk to the Victoria apartment team to find out more.

Victoria Apartments offer simple and very comfortable self catering accommodation in Livingstone, Zambia. Each fully equipped apartment can accommodate up to four people. The proximity to Victoria Falls, combined with the budget-friendly price, make Victoria Apartments the perfect choice for Livingstone vacations or even longer term lets. Conditions apply.

Information+260 (0) 213 321 [email protected]/victoria-apartments

Kaingu Safari Lodge is completely refurbished

After 10 years of creating unforgettable safari memories for cherished guests, Kaingu Safari Lodge is undergoing a complete facelift.

These renovations include the building of a new teak viewing deck extending over the water and into the tree line. The main lodge area is being updated to create an area for guests to relax in between activities. All guest chalets are being upgraded and Finfoot Villa has been given new lighting and a renovated deck, plus the front window levels are being dropped so guests can watch the river from the comfort of their beds. New environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing low energy pathway lighting has also been installed.

The Kafue River is truly spectacular. To appreciate this pristine river, Kaingu Safari Lodge has also invested in new, quieter and environmentally friendly 4-stroke motors on boats that are customised for fishing, birding and simply cruising the river.

Information+32 478 [email protected]/kaingu-safari-lodge

Robin Pope offers specials for residents

South Luangwa is Zambia’s premier National Park and Robin Pope Safaris want Zambian residents to enjoy what it has to offer.

Details » $656 from Lusaka and $856 from

Ndola airports per person sharing » This includes accommodation

for two nights, return flights from Lusaka or Ndola, meals, activities, laundry and the Luangwa Conservation and Community Fund. » Excludes drinks and park fees » Single supplement is $80 » Conditions apply

Highlights for visiting Luangwa this time of year are: » Migrant birds and fluffy chicks » April is a great time of year to spot

the elusive wild dog » Game is happy and healthy with

fat bellies and glossy coats » Nights are cools and days are

warm but not too hot » A perfect setting for much needed

rest and relaxation in the wild » Relax in perfect isolation!

Information+265 (0) 177 [email protected]/robin-pope-safaris

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— Hot off the press: NEWS

New ranges from Jackal & Hide: find them in the Design house on Sugarbush Farm

The new range of Jackal & Hide handbags is now available at the Design House at Sugarbush Farm.

The Design House is a shop on Sugarbush Farm that is full to the brim with wonderful ranges like Jackal & Hide handbags.

This beautiful collection is constantly evolving with new designs appearing on the shelves every week. This month Jackal & Hide are introducing its new teal and brown collection.

The range is made in a small workshop from Zambian cow hides. They are artfully crafted into a range of fair trade designer handbags and accessories that make perfect

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Zambian gifts and souvenirs. Also in store are wood ware, frames, rugs, jewellery and lighting.

Find them at the Design House: » Open Tuesday to Saturday, 08:00

to 17:00, Sunday 09:00 to 16:00 » 10.4 kilometers from crossroads

down Leopards Hills Road » Serves food and refreshments.

Make an outing to The Design House because they’ve got it all covered, from a bite to eat, a glass of wine, designer goodies right through to baskets of fresh organic vegetables you can take home for your dinner.

Information+260 (0) 211 213 [email protected]/jackal-and-hide

Buffalo Bicycles have been forensically lab tested by the Cannondale U.S frame laboratory to withstand rough and tough terrains.

Buffalo Bicycles is a leading brand of bicycles. Buffalo bicycles can carry up to 100kg, have durable springs, use heavy gauge steel, come with long wear tyres and double walled tubes and have reinforced frames. In addition 590 field mechanics are operational across Zambia to provide efficient and readily available servicing and spare parts .

Information+260 (0) 211 221 [email protected]/buffalo-bicycles

A range of bicycles built for Zambia

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Zamsafes & Alarms have new premises and stock

Zamsafes are proud to announce its newly opened showroom in Chinika Mall along Mumbwa Road.

Find the showroom on plot number 284, opposite Zamanita. Suppliers of quality safes, security doors, banking equipment and alarms to businesses in Zambia, Zamsafes and Alarms have a passion to deliver locally made products to international quality, together with great customer service. They also supply quality steel cabinets and burglar bars.

Zamsafes stock safes, cash in transit (cit) boxes, fireproof cabinets, vaults, vault doors and lockers. Zamsafes can also supply all banking and security requirements.

Zamsafes are currently bringing in new stock for its security shop, with assorted security and safety items such as handcuffs, metal detectors and a range of alarms.

Information+260 (0) 978 870 [email protected]/zamsafes

Zamsafes’ golf tournament

‘Team Zamsafes’ plays golf in aid of ladies golf!

As part of Zamsafes’ corporate social responsibility, it recently took part in a golf tournament in support of ladies golf at Lusaka Golf Club.

‘Team Zamsafes’ was represented by a team which included, Advocate Marcus Achiume (Board Chairman of Zamsafes and Alarms), H.E Dr. K. Cheluget (Kenyan High Commissioner to Zambia), Mr Phiri and Mr. B Chinungi.

The event took place at the Lusaka Golf Club which boasts an 18 hole, par 73, 6608 meter course that is intricately incorporated into a parkland setting with greens that conform to international standards.

Zamsafes takes its social responsibility seriously and does what it can to get involved in charity and fund raising events like this one. It participated in the tournament because it wanted to support ladies golf, contributing K1,000,000 towards the event.

Information+260 (0) 978 870 [email protected]/zamsafes

Powerworld genset news

Powerworld has a range of gensets including the Gamma series, Alpha series and Omega series.

Powerwolrd is a quality leader in genset supplies with a full range of spares. They also have a workshop with factory trained engineers. This means Powerworld can supply, install and service the generator sets, welding sets, irrigation pump sets and stationary engines supplied.

Gamma series » Open/closed gensets » Prime power outputs: 45 to 125

KVA » 50HZ, 1500 R/Min

Alpha series » Open/closed gensets » Prime power outputs: 7.7 to 20


Omega series » Open/closed gensets » Prime power outputs: 175 to 225


Information+260 (0) 211 244 [email protected]/powerworld

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John Matthews is thought to be the father of soda water in America. In New York city in 1832, he combined marble dust with sulphuric acid and created carbonated water. Marble chips left over from the building of St. Patrick’s Cathedral were used to produce an estimated 25 million gallons, that is 94, 625,000 litres of soda water. The world of beverages would never be the same.

It is very interesting that no matter where in the world you go, no matter what language you speak, there is one phrase everyone understands – Coca Cola. In today’s society a fizzy soft drink has become the beverage of choice. Many have several bottles per week, if not per day. But do we really know what is going into our bodies? What is happening every time you take a sip of Cola?

The name Coca Cola is from the late 1800’s when it contained varying amounts of cocaine. This was only removed from the formula in 1929. But something equally addictive and stimulating replaced cocaine.

This was found in the ‘kola’ nut that contains the active chemical caffeine. But other than the caffeine, there is sugar which destroys your immune system, and phosphorus which makes your bones loose density. There’s also colouring and flavouring in this drink that can lead to obesity.

Here is what the Doctors say about it: The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition recently published yet another study showing that caffeine consumption leads to osteoporosis. The study of 96 elderly women showed that caffeine consumption caused measurable loss of bone mass in the spine and throughout the skeleton system.

“Excessive consumption of soft drinks which are high in phosphorus can deplete you of calcium and increase your chances of osteoporosis” says Dr.

Health corner: Is it all in the bubbles?Earl Mindell, author of Unsafe At Any Meal. James A Howenstine’s “A Physician’s Guide to Natural Health Products That Work” says “In an interesting experiment the sugar from one soft drink was able to damage the white blood cells’ ability to ingest and kill gonococcal bacteria for seven hours.” ….”Soft drinks also contain large quantities of phosphorus, which when excreted pulls calcium out of the bones. Heavy users of soft drinks are more likely to get osteoporosis along with their damaged arteries.” …”I was amazed to learn,” he testified, “that the beverage contained substantial amounts of phosphoric acid. . . . At the Naval Medical Research Institute, we put human teeth in a Cola beverage and found they softened and started to dissolve within a short period…The acidity of Cola beverages is about the same as vinegar. The sugar content masks the acidity, and children little realise they are drinking this strange mixture of phosphoric acid, sugar, caffeine, colouring, and flavouring matter.”

So the next time you reach for a bottle of something to drink, choose something natural rather than what’s popular - for your health’s sake.

InformationArticle by Juanita Pretorius+260 (0) 977 788 [email protected]/riverview-wellness-centre

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The Best of Zambia magazine (April 2012)