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From the editor >> Welcome to the third issue of our magazine, the October 2011 issue. Wow, what a month September has been! The elections took centre stage and rightly so. With the change of party from Movement for Multi Party Democracy (MMD) to the Patriotic Front (PF) I am very proud that Zambia is pioneering the democratic process in Zambia. Read what Julia Brown, our Operations Director has to say about the elections on page 24. On top of this I and some members of the team spent time in Mauritius for my wedding! Read about that on page 23. I’ll be writing a blog about my thoughts on Mauritius tourism and what Zambia can learn from it. Round the corner are some exciting events! You won’t need reminding about Independence Day but there is also the Zambezi River Festival (page 6) and the Kasanka bat migration this October (page 8). And there is more ... Enjoy.

Contents >> — Travel and Leisure >> 4 Events, offers and news on products and services for people travelling in Zambia. Also relevant to those living in Zambia who are looking for exciting and interesting things to do, places to visit and events to attend.

— Living and Lifestyle >> 14 Products, services and lifestyle choices for people living in Zambia.

— Industry and Agriculture >> 18 Product and service providers for the Zambian industrial, agricultural and retail sectors. Companies in this section cater for businesses looking for equipment, supplies and services, such as animal health products, building consultants, household groceries and mine equipment.

— Business and Services >> 20 Enterprises in Zambia that help create the environment within which businesses operate and grow. Companies in this section provide the full range of business support services from office supplies through to facilities management, and financial and legal services.

— Organisations and Development >> 22 Key organisations and enterprises involved in development work in Zambia

— Staff news and opinions >> 24 Every month we share the latest news and opinions from the Best of Zambia team

Sara Drawwater, Managing editor

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— Travel and leisure: EVENTS Braii lunch with Golfview Hotel (every Sunday) This summer you can enjoy a braii (bbq) lunch with Golfview Hotel every single Sunday. Sample delicious food, bring out your gorgeous swimwear and let the kids have a ball. A perfect Sunday afternoon! From 12:30 to 16:00. Braii lunch prices range from K90,000 to K545,000.

Sample delicious food, bring out your gorgeous swimwear and let the kids have a ball. A perfect Sunday afternoon! To make your Golfview experience hassle free, Golfview accept Visa, Visa Electron, Mastercard and American Express. And they provide a FREE wireless internet service! Golfview Hotel is your one stop shop for accommodation (with 78 rooms) and conferencing (for up to 200 people) together with a great restaurant, cocktail bar and events that are open to the public. The restaurant menu is constantly evolving to keep up with dynamic food trends and seasonal ingredients.

Information +260 (0) 211 290 770 +260 (0) 211 290 718 reservations@golfview-hotels.com thebestofzambia.com/golfview-hotel

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Birding safari with the legendary Robin Pope Robin Pope Safaris is one of the most established tour operators in Zambia, with years of experience, specialising in tailor made safaris in both Zambia and Malawi. The Robin Pope safari portfolio includes safari houses, walking trails, safari camps and even a property on Lake Malawi. The Robin Pope team is based in the unspoilt South Luangwa National Park. Robin Pope Safaris has been operating since 1986 and is one of the oldest photographic safari companies in Zambia. With their unmatched knowledge of the region, the Robin Pope team is able to create unique safari holidays in both Zambia and Malawi.

In November and December 2011 you have a rare opportunity to enjoy a fascinating birding experience in a remote and sought after destination with the renowned Robin Pope himself as your guide! Your destination is the Liuwa Plain in Zambia. During December there

will be dramatic skies with fantastic cloud build up and amazing electrical storms passing through. The Liuwa Plain National Park is famous for its abundant birdlife. More unusual species include the pink throated long claw, sooty chat, black winged pratincole and wattled crane. Blue wildebeest will also be migrating from Angola, and you’ll be able to see them in their thousands, often mingling with zebra and tsessebe. December is part of the green season and the plains come alive with flowers covering the ground. This is home to many antelope species that are rare in other locations, such as roan, red lechwe, steinbuck, oribi and duiker. To be part of this extraordinary once in a lifetime experience, contact the Robin Pope team as there are still a few spaces left for November and December 2011. (If you miss out, it will also take place in May and June 2012.)

Information Email the Robin Pope team on info@robinpopesafaris.net thebestofzambia.com/robin-pope-safaris

Explore Zambia’s beautiful birds (2nd - 9th December) — book with Juls Africa - 7th December: Birding around Shiwa. Morning and afternoon excursions around the lake. Accommodation at Shiwa House and Impandala Farm House. - 8th December: Day trip to Kapisha Hot Springs. Stay at Shiwa House and Impandala Farm House. - 9th December: Charter flight to Lusaka after brunch.

Enjoy Zambia’s birds with your very own specialist guide, Rory McDougall. Experience the Kasanka bats, Shoebill storks of the Bangweulu, Shiwa’s manor house and the natural hot springs of Kapisha. This amazing itinerary looks like this: - 2nd December: Depart at 09.00 from Lusaka International Airport by charter to Kasanka National Park. Morning and afternoon birding before the bats appear in the evening. Stay at Wasa Camp. - 3rd December: Birding in Kasanka which has recorded the third highest number of birds in Zambia. An excellent time of year for migrant birds. Stay at Wasa Camp. - 4th December: Charter flight after breakfast to Bangweulu. Birding in Bangweulu in search of the Shoebill, the Black Lechwe and the Sitatunga. Stay at Shoebill Camp. - 5th December: Birding in Bangweulu. Stay at Shoebill Camp. - 6th December: Charter flight to Shiwa Ng’andu. Birding around Shiwa with a tour of the houses. Stay at Shiwa House and Impandala Farm House.

About Kasanka National Park and the Bangweulu swamps Millions of straw-coloured fruit bats flock to Kasanka National Park, where for six weeks they gorge themselves on fruit delicacies. The bats take to the skies at sunset and then return at sunrise. This is a truly amazing spectacle. The birding list of over 330 includes the Pel’s Fishing Owl, African Finfoot, Half-collared Kingfisher, Anchieta’s Sunbird, Bee-eaters, Boehm’s Flycatcher, Black Fronted Bushshrike, Bocage’s Akalat, Crowned Eagle, four species of Flufftail, Green Sunbird, Herons, Libises, Katanga Masked Weaver, Kingfishers, Palm-nut Vulture, Purple Throated Cuckoo-Shrike, Ross’s Turaco, Red Throated and Green Twinspot, Saddle-billed Storks, Sharp Tailed Starlings, Square tailed Drongo and Wattled Cranes. This is also home to the elusive wild Sitatunga and Black Lechwe. In the vast area of the Bangweulu swamps, an area of aquatic richness, you also have a chance of seeing the Shoebill stork. This is a huge prehistoric looking bird which resembles the dodo. The Bangweulu is a stronghold for this species as well as other water birds.

It is a huge prehistoric looking bird which resembles the dodo. The Bangwelu is a stronghold for this species as well as other water birds. Migrants include Crowned and Wattled Cranes, Denham’s bustards, Pratincoles, Plovers, Lapwings, Montagu’s and Pallid Harriers and Waders. Nearendemics are Slatey Egret, Black Egrets, Grey, Black and White headed Goliath and Purple Herons. Specialities include the Swamp Flycatcher, White Cheeked Bee eater, Rosy Breasted Longclaw, the Greater and Lesser Swamp Warblers, Little Rush Warbler, Cuckoo Weavers, and the Chirping and Silent Cloud Cisticola. About Shiwa Ng’andu A magnificent mansion, Shiwa Ng’andu was built in the early 1900’s by Sir Stewart Gore-Brown. Nestled closely nearby is the beautiful Impandala farm house with dramatic views. Both have an impressive history. This is a beautiful and peaceful haven for birds with 375 different species. December is prime migration time with lots of wetland birds on Lake Shiwa and Mushitu. Other activities include horse riding, and an archaeological visit (at own cost). Note: these trips sometimes require walking over and through reed beds and can be quite taxing.

Information +260 (0) 211 292 979 or +260 (0) 211 293 972 julscar.travel@travelport.co.zm thebestofzambia.com/juls-africa

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— Travel and leisure: EVENTS The Zambezi River festival is back (22nd to 29th October)

thezambezi.com, Jollyboys Backpackers and the Livingstone Tourism Association are excited to once again feature the Zambezi on the world paddling stage! Get ready for adventure on the water! For a week in October from the 22nd – 29th October, the Zambezi River will be the focus for kayakers from around the world with the rekindling of the Zambezi River Festival. Up to 100 amateur and professional white water kayakers are expected from UK, Europe, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia and South America.

week, including head to head races, down river races, slalom, raft racing and a final with a twist before the post festival party. Kayakers are always keen to get a chance to brave the waves of the mighty Zambezi River – arguably one of the best white water paddling playgrounds on earth! An added incentive at this year’s event is a $2,500 cash prize!

Kayakers are always keen to get a chance to brave the waves of the mighty Zambezi River – arguably one of the best white water paddling playgrounds on earth! An added incentive at this year’s event is a $2,500 cash prize!

Up to 100 amateur and professional white water kayakers are expected from UK, Europe, South Africa, New Zealand, Australia and South America.

The festival has been well supported by corporate sponsors with prizes including new kayaks from Piranha and Fluid; kayaking holidays from Water By Nature and Kayak The Nile, together with paddling gear and equipment from NRS, Palm Equipment and Kathmandu. Year on year the Zambezi Festival is expected to get bigger and better. It is looking to branch out with more corporate sponsorship and media attention.

Paddlers will have a variety of events to take part in over the

To encourage some cheer leading, a free road and raft shuttle will be available for the rodeo events. Some of the world’s best playboaters are due to be in attendance and their tricks are amazing to see! Local

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Monthly events at East Point

businesses are also encouraged to join in a team for the down river raft race. On the last day of the festival, a competition for the best paddling video will blend into an amazing party with competitors able to enjoy the great Mosi beer and Livingstone hospitality.

Information +260 (0) 213 324 229 jollybs@zamnet.zm

If you’re a fan of live music then head down to East Point Discotheque. East Point holds regular live music events on weekends, especially at the end of the month. East Point features various prominent Zambian musicians live!

East Point feature various prominent Zambian musicians live! For example, featuring at East Point this very weekend on October 1st are:

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»» Slap Dee, the Zambian hip hop artist, singer song writer, producer, rapper and XYZ crew leader »» Zone Fam the newest and hottest Zambian hip hop rapping quartet »» Cactus, the singer, song writer and rapper East Point also holds fantastic consecutive day events over long weekends and bank holidays. They are planning an amazing Independence Day celebration event and The Best of Zambia will do their best to report on it. Find East Point Discotheque in Kabwata’s entertainment area in Chilumbulu Road. East Point has three bar areas that you can choose from, the inside club and restaurant, the outside bar and the braai area. East Point also has a sharwama booth and makes one of the tastiest sharwamas in the area. Entry at East Point is absolutely free and the dress code is smart casual.

Information +260 (0) 979 073 920 chisolaanthony@yahoo.com thebestofzambia.com/east-point-discotheque

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— Travel and Leisure: EVENTS Kasanka’s giant bat migration (10th October to 30th December)

One of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles takes place every year in a remote corner of Zambia.

One of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles takes place every year in a remote corner of Zambia. The Kasanka National Park bat migration is four times the size of the great Wildebeest migration in Tanzania. For a few weeks a year an unimaginable number of about eight million straw-coloured Fruit Bats gather in a small clump of trees in the national park. Bats are not easy to count, but researchers estimate the size of the colony to be somewhere between five and 10 million. Straw-coloured Fruit Bats

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are the second largest bat species in Africa with a wingspan of 80 centimetres. During the day they are clumped together in the trees of the evergreen forest. At 18.00 sharp they fly out en masse in search of food. Witnessing the sky being darkened by millions of bats is an awesome and unbeatable experience.

At 18.00 sharp they fly out en masse in search of food. Witnessing the sky being darkened by millions of bats is an awesome and unbeatable experience. With roughly four times as many mammals as the famous Serengeti Wildebeest migration, the Kasanka

bat migration is said to be the largest mammal aggregation in the world. Imagine all these animals congregated in an area roughly the size of a football pitch, spending most of the day hanging upside down in tightly packed clusters on any branch or tree trunk strong enough to hold their weight. These giant bats are great fun to watch — always chattering, fidgeting and climbing over each other to find another position — either to fly off or to reposition for a pee without drenching the others. The bats are believed to migrate from all over Central and Southern Africa, flying to a small 2.5 acre area of Mushitu swamp forest in the heart of Kasanka National Park. A researcher collared some of the bats from the Kasanka

colony with tiny satellite trackers and discovered the bats fly as far as 3,500 kilometres into the Congolese rainforests. Kasanka National Park is Zambia’s first privately managed park. Without an abundant presence of ‘the big 5’ it is not a traditional safari destination but it has its own claims.

Kasanka National Park is Zambia’s first privately managed park. Without an abundant presence of ‘the big 5’ it is not a traditional safari destination but the park has its own claims. Apart from the bats, Kasanka is also known for Africa’s highest density

of Sitatunga. Anyone who has spent hours searching in wetland areas pestered by mosquitos will enjoy observing this handsome swamp antelope in comfort from the 15 metre high Fibwe tree platform. Visitors to Kasanka are guaranteed excellent photo opportunities for bats, sitatunga and abundant birds. Bird watching is especially good at this time with migrants adding to the bird list. Visiting Kasanka during this early rainy season shows the park at its best. The trees are bright green and red, flowers are everywhere, and there are bright clear skies. The first bats usually arrive around 10th October and stay until Christmas.

The first bats usually arrive around 10th October and stay until Christmas. Guests are welcome to observe the bats from two public viewing areas and two platforms. Guided bat walks in small groups are offered for those who want to witness the mind boggling flying in or out of the roost at close range. The roost itself is closed to the public in order to avoid disturbance. All income from Kasanka tourism goes towards conservation and community development.

Information +260 (0) 211 224 457 park@kasanka.com thebestofzambia.com/kasanka-trust

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— Travel and Leisure: NEWS Tiger fishing news from Barotse Tiger Camp

South African Airways flies to Ndola from

Barotse Tiger Camp kicked off their 2011 fishing season with a bang in mid April. The flood waters receded off the Barotse Flood Plains and produced some spectacular feeding frenzies as the Tiger fish hammered the shoals of bait fish entering the main channels. Much surface action was had and the Crease Fly was the main contributor to surface caught Tiger fish.

South African Airways (SAA) will fly directly from Johannesburg to Ndola from the 1st of October 2011. This will further strengthen its African route network.

From mid April to early June Barotse Tiger Camp landed 164 Tiger fish over ten pounds, the biggest being 18.5 pounds!

From mid April to early June Barotse Tiger Camp landed 164 Tiger fish over ten pounds, the biggest being 18.5 pounds! The biggest catch on fly to date this season was 17 pounds. Many trophy tigers on fly are being lost due to incorrect fishing techniques. The double haul stripping technique produces the best results for trophy Tigers, enabling the angler to effectively strip strike the Tiger fish. Always having a hand on the line increases their chance of hook up when hit between strips.

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The most memorable fish so far this season was hooked right in front of Barotse Tiger Camp, late in the afternoon. This was on a black Clouser, after a phenomenally aggressive take, the Tiger fish +/19 pounds, stripped the client well into the backing. After a great aerobatic display (around seven jumps) the Tiger was brought close to the boat, only to take to the air once again in a last desperate bid to escape, and careered straight into the side of the boat, effectively dislodging the Clouser. It lay motionless next to the boat, obviously slightly stunned. Both guide and angler leaned over the gunwale with the guide attempting to net it. The moment the net touched the water, the magnificent fish came to life and with one powerful kick of its tail, disappeared down into the safety of the depths of The Mighty Zambezi. Welcome to the land of the Barotse Tigers!

Information +260 (0) 213 327 489 +260 (0) 213 327 090 anglezam@microlink.zm thebestofzambia.com/barotse-tiger-camp

Ndola is the third-largest city in Zambia and also the heart of the Copperbelt, Zambia’s mining capital. This new route will provide a convenient air connection for South African Airways customers.

Ndola is the thirdlargest city in Zambia and also the heart of the Copperbelt, Zambia’s mining capital. This new route will provide a convenient air connection for South African Airways customers. Flights to Ndola will operate on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays with fares as low as K2,000,000 one way. Voyager members (frequent flyers) can earn double miles up to 31 December 2011.

Information +260 (0) 211 252 408 lunadmin@flysaa.com thebestofzambia.com/south-african-airways

Plates Restaurant and Wine Bar goes Creole for October! Since their launch in December 2010 Plates Restaurant have delighted their customers with fresh delicious dishes and a menu that changes regularly. This October is no different. Their new dish of the month is Creole BBQ chicken (pictured). Visit Plates in the first week of October, and you’ll get a 10% discount for your next visit in October.

Their new dish of the month is this Creole BBQ chicken. Visit Plates in the first week of October, and you’ll get 10% discount on your next visit in October. So why not try it and let us know what you think. Some other gems on the October menu include: »» A trio of bruschettas »» Pasta primavera »» Fresh siavonga fish cakes »» Brazillian churrasco steak »» A four sided vegetable medley »» Strawberry shortcake

Information +260 (0) 211 841 015 rhodonnell@plateszambia.com thebestofzambia.com/plates-restaurant

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— Travel and Leisure: NEWS Wilderness Safaris — it began with a single Land Rover and a very big dream This month Wilderness Safaris joins the Best of Zambia! They are one of the leading providers of top notch safari experiences in Zambia. When they shared their story, we decided to share it with you! More than 25 years ago a group of individuals fell in love with the remote and wild places in Africa. They realised that unless they acted soon, some of Africa’s — and the world’s — most unique areas would be under threat and lost to future generations. Their dream was to protect these places by enabling people to visit them and allow their communities to make a living at the same time. The realisation dawned that they too were part of this wild place, that as custodians of this planet they needed to do all they could to protect these places — that there are real choices we can all make to make a difference. Wilderness Safaris was established in 1983 by a group of individuals who had a dream — a dream to share some of the most remote wilderness areas on the African sub-continent with people from all over the world, in a way that lightly touched the environment but left a big imprint on the soul.

Wilderness Safaris was established in 1983 by a group of individuals who had a dream — a dream to share some of the most remote wilderness areas on the African sub-continent with people from all over the world, in a way that lightly touched the environment but left a big imprint on the soul. Today, 25 years later, Wilderness Safaris has grown to manage over 50 exclusive camps and lodges in six southern African countries and the Seychelles. But while they may have increased in size, their culture and values have remained the same. In the early 1980s, Botswana was a little-known safari destination. Photographic safaris were generally restricted to using the national parks, while hunting safari companies controlled large tracts of the Okavango Delta. Safaris usually began in Johannesburg, with guests being driven all the way through Botswana and Victoria Falls and back to Johannesburg.

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It was at this time that two guides with an ardent desire to improve the way in which safaris were operated started Wilderness Safaris. They both had an intense and intrinsic love of the environment and believed fervently that time was ripe for change. The first step was to set up an operation based in Maun, Botswana, so as to maximise the time spent in the prime game viewing areas. Better Land Rovers were used and specialist safaris were introduced — the business began to grow. Like minded guides joined and Wilderness Safaris began to spread out into neighbouring countries. By the 1990s, they were a wellknown mobile camping safari company and had begun to develop a few permanent camps. Around this time, the government of Botswana reviewed the use of land in the Okavango and superb areas outside the national parks became available for tender. This single act changed the face of safaris in Botswana and allowed Wilderness Safaris to develop and grow in a meaningful way. Similar developments

took place in other countries — Malawi, Namibia and Zimbabwe all developed lodge and camp circuits which changed the emphasis of the business. An important development at this time was the introduction of meaningful community involvement in both ownership and operating of concessions.

An important development was the introduction of meaningful community involvement in both ownership and operating of concessions. Although this had already taken place at Rocktail Bay in South Africa, the model that was developed between Wilderness Safaris Namibia and the people of the Damaraland area was to set new standards for the industry. So successful has this project been that the area was declared a Conservancy by the Namibian government, and Damaraland Camp won the international “Tourism for Tomorrow” award in 2005. Today, the scope and variety of areas that Wilderness Safaris currently manages is beyond compare. Their aim is to operate in the best wilderness and wildlife areas in all countries in which they are present. Expansion of the group, most recently into Zambia, constantly provides opportunities to enter fantastic new locations. Their mobile camping safaris have also undergone much development in the last two years, the most important feature being that they are now able to operate largely in their own concession areas, allowing greater privacy and exclusivity than they had when the company first began.

In a sense, this has taken them back to their source, which has been pleasing for a group of people who take so much pride in where they have come from and seek to remain true to their origins. They believe the single most important achievement by Wilderness Safaris to date is to have built a sustainable business model that does not compromise its environmental principles and which, through jobs, training, skills, careers, adjusted horizons and hope, provides a realistic alternative to some of Africa’s challenges.

They believe the single most important achievement by Wilderness Safaris to date is to have built a sustainable business model that does not compromise its environmental principles and which, through jobs, training, skills, careers, adjusted horizons and hope, provides a realistic alternative to some of Africa’s challenges. The fact that they have been able to achieve success in their business while remaining environmentally responsible over the past 25 years is a superb plus. Extremely discounted rates are currently on offer on these three packages: ‘The best of Zambia’, ‘The best of Zimbabwe and Zambia’ and ‘Distinctive Zambezi and Kafue’.

Information +260 (0) 211 216 008 or +260 (0) 211 216 011 charlesv@wilderness.co.zm thebestofzambia.com/wilderness-safaris

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— Living and Lifestyle: OFFERS Special back to school offers from Bookworld

Specials on swimwear

There is a wide range of primary and secondary school books for local and international syllabuses as well as professional books such as CIMA, ACCA, Medical, Engineering, Business and Law.

Bookworld’s back to school specials include African writers and books like The Concubine, Animal Farm and The River Between for only K25,000. Offers on books and stationery will enable you to equip your children with all they need for another successful school term.

Offers on books and stationery will enable you to equip your children with all they need for another successful school term.

That’s not all! Bookworld are proud to announce they are the distributors of Mondi Niveus Top A4 Bond paper at just K28,000 per ream. You can also check out their newly refurbished Manda Hill Shop. Finally, Bookworld shops also have a great variety of cookery books, magazines from both South Africa and India, a wide range of popular motivational books, as well as books aimed for travellers and tourists discovering the world.

Information +260 (0) 211 230 606 or +260 (0) 211 230 609 bookworld@realtime.zm thebestofzambia.com/bookworld

All Sports have a swimming collection special this summer!

A swimming collection special this summer! It’s on swimming costumes and caps, floaters, goggles and all swimming attire. The collection now ranges from K70,000 to K240,000. Pop in their Manda Hill store to view.

Information +260 (0) 211 256 418 mkmaggie@zamtel.zm thebestofzambia.com/all-sports

— Living and Lifestyle: NEWS Zambia Adventist Press moves offices and releases new titles From this October the Zambia Adventist Press (ZAP) will be operating from new offices in Lusaka House. Find them on the 2nd Floor, Right Wing on Lumumba Road. ZAP will soon be releasing seven brand new titles.

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The Zambia Adventist Press will soon be releasing seven brand new titles. »» Dealing with Disease: a pocket book on sickness and healing »» Your Path to Blessings : a pocket book for those thirsting for God’s blessings »» Ready to Say I Do: a guide for those contemplating marriage »» Happiness in Marriage: sound marriage counselling for those already married »» Revelation of Things to Come: a

book of prophecies spanning the Christian era beyond end time »» Bible Study Guides: a quarterly in depth study of the Bible »» Children’s Bible Flip Charts: teaching children Bible stories made easier and fun. ZAP is a publishing house established and run by the Seventh Day Adventist Church.

Information +260 (0) 211 231 884 +260 (0) 211 212 306 zapzambia@yahoo.com thebestofzambia.com/adventist-press

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— Living and lifestyle: NEWS Awards for Bookworld!

Bookworld have won PRM awards for three years in a row! They won the PRM Golden Arrow Award in 2009 and 2010, and the Diamond Arrow award for 2011.

They won the PRM Golden Arrow Award in 2009 and 2010, and the Diamond Arrow award for 2011. The PMR Golden Arrow Awards are rated by 100 marketing directors and managers selected from the top 700 advertisers in South Africa. Since 1990 Bookworld has been a leading supplier of books and stationary in Zambia. It now has nine shops, five in Lusaka, one in Livingstone, one in Ndola and one in Kitwe. Of course Bookworld has no intention of stopping there. More recently Bookworld has embarked on renovating its shops in an effort to make its valued customers’ shopping experience more memorable. They aim to interest and excite their customers, whilst continuing to inspire people to read and engage in books.

Information +260 (0) 211 230 606 or +260 (0) 211 230 609 bookworld@realtime.zm thebestofzambia.com/bookworld

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Coffee and catering with a twist by Blue Moon Café

Blue Moon Café is committed to providing the highest quality coffee products, pastries, American delistyle breakfast and lunch options in Zambia. What sets them apart is that their staff knows the coffee bean from tree to cup. Blue Moon are pleased to be contributing to the growth of the coffee industry in Zambia by working closely with the Zambia Coffee Growers’ Association. The aim is to raise awareness about quality coffee within Zambia and the region. Blue Moon offers piping hot filter coffee as well as an array of coffee drinks brewed on demand. Blue Moon’s specialities include American-style deli sandwiches, fresh fruit smoothies and ice cream treats, not forgetting their signature bagel breakfast sandwiches. Blue Moon uses only the freshest and healthiest breads, cheeses, meats, and vegetables from local Zambian suppliers. Feel good about giving back while eating out — Blue Moon has partnered with the single mothers of the Chikumbuso Women and Orphans Project to staff their operation. A percentage of sales are donated to support the project.

Feel good about giving back while eating out — Blue Moon has partnered with the single mothers of the Chikumbuso Women and Orphans Project to staff their operation. A percentage of sales is donated to support the project. Blue Moon has also recently launched its catering service. From Sunday brunch to business lunches and parties they can make your next event worry free and perfectly delicious. Items include tasty pastry platters, bagel baskets or boxed lunches. This is a hassle free and flexible catering service. Blue Moon can also deliver on-site gourmet coffee stations with a certified coffee barista for extended events. And they do on-site real fruit smoothie and milkshake bars for any kind of function. If you’ve not yet sampled Blue Moon’s coffee, get yourself there!

Information + 260 (0) 211 261 858 bob.keating.iii@gmail.com thebestofzambia.com/blue-moon-cafe

New ranges from Jackal & Hide and Tribal Textiles — find them at The Design House

The new Design House is the place to go if you love beautifully hand made fashion accessories and homeware. It is set in the wonderful surroundings of Sugarbush Farm. Here you can browse a wide variety of high quality Zambian and international art and giftware. Indulge yourself at the delicious bistro restaurant while the kids have fun in the playground. The Design House is a treasure trove to browse and enjoy.

Here you can browse a wide variety of high quality Zambian and international art and giftware. Indulge yourself at the delicious bistro restaurant while the kids have fun in the playground. The Design House is a treasure trove to browse and enjoy. Jackal & Hide handbags This beautiful collection is constantly evolving with new designs appearing on the shelves every week. This month they are introducing the first of their new exciting colours for Christmas. Since Jackal & Hide design and make all their leather products on site they can tweak their designs to suit your individual needs. Tribal Textiles The Design House is directly linked to Tribal Textiles in the Luangwa Valley. They now have their brand new 2011 range on display including a pretty new butterfly range.

Other gems at The Design House From organic wood ware items, picture frames and rugs, to jewellery and lighting, it features exclusive collections, the work of up and coming designers as well as creations by established designers. In fact, you can make a day of visiting 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 that you can take home for your dinner. This is a perfect day out for friends, families and art and craft lovers. Shop information »» From October the 1st The Design House will be open six days a week »» Tuesday to Saturday: 08:00 to 17:00 »» Sunday: 09:00 to 16:00 »» Closed on Monday »» 10.4 kilometres from Crossroads, down Leopards Hill Road (after AISL and the Leopards Hill neighbourhood, at the top of the next hill on the right)

Information Jackal & Hide +260 (0) 211 213 841 gillie@jackalandhide.net thebestofzambia.com/jackal-and-hide

Tribal Textiles +260 (0) 216 245 137 marketing@tribaltextiles.co.zm thebestofzambia.com/tribal-textiles

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— Industry and agriculture: OFFERS Specials on ClassEcon roofing sheets!

Bulk buying offers from Powerspeed

ClassEcon has a variety of roofing profiles, gauges and colours to suit any type of roofing requirement and every budget.

Powerspeed Electrical (Z) Ltd offers favourable discounts to customers who buy their electrical products in bulk.

ClassEcon has an exciting promotion that runs up to 31st October and may extend into November. 1. 0.6mm galvanized prepainted IBR roofing sheets reduced from K54,000 to K48,000 per metre 2. Q-Tile roofing sheets reduced from K60,000 to K51,000 per metre.

Powerspeed products include the following: »» Wires of different sizes »» Electric motor accessories and fans »» Sleeving »» Mylar and Nomex paper »» Varnish and thinners »» Capacitors »» Lead cables

ClassEcon even offer free after sales delivery to customers within Lusaka for orders of K5,000,000 and above. Additionally customers who make repeat purchases get a 2% discount and customers who hold an account with ClassEcon get a fixed price on purchases even when prices go up!

Powerspeed Electrical offers a comprehensive range of electrical products from their premises on Mukatasha Road in Lusaka, Zambia. With the support of the group in Zimbabwe and a buying house in South Africa, Powerspeed can quickly provide a quote for virtually anything electrical.

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+260 (0) 211 840 164 or +260 (0) 211 840 166 classecon.africa@gmail.com thebestofzambia.com/classecon-roofing

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+260 (0) 211 288 158 or +260 (0) 211 286 819 pspeed2@coppernet.zm thebestofzambia.com/powerspeed

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— Business and services: EVENTS Careers EXPO 2011 (17th to 18th November 2011) — managed by Image Promotions

Following the tremendous success of last years Careers EXPO, Image Promotions are aiming their sights higher — to a bigger event, wider target market and easier location! Now on board are the Ministry of Education, TEVETA and Junior Achievement Zambia. The target age group is grade 10 to 25 years and entry is free! The date of the Careers EXPO will be the 17th to the 18th of November 2011 and the venue will be Mulungushi International Conference Center. The key objective of the EXPO is to create awareness and opportunity for young students relating to the numerous career options that they can choose from, taking into account their aptitude and interests. The event also gives students a unique opportunity to meet with professionals and make an informed career choice. Event format »» A main exhibition with all sectors led by their HR departments. »» Presentations will run throughout with eight keynote speakers presenting on both days. »» A student guide will be available. It will include self assessments,

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CV creation tips, interview skills and tips together with funding and scholarship information. Business participation »» Stands are available from K900,000 per square metre. »» Advertorials are available in the student guide (K1,500,000 for a single page and K2,500,000 for a double page). »» Presentation opportunities can be discussed with the team »» There is a sponsor a child program for K25,000. »» All above prices exclude VAT. About Image Promotions Image Promotions offer a turnkey event service, either managing an entire event or looking after particular aspects of the event. They are able to handle any event no matter how large. Together with their partner companies, Rooney’s Hire (event equipment hire) and ShowMasters (exhibition booths), Image Promotions have a breadth of experience that enables them to manage even the most challenging of events. Visit the Careers EXPO to see for yourself.

Information +260 (0) 211 223 344 careerexpo@image.co.zm thebestofzambia.com/image-promotions

— Business and services: NEWS BUK Truck Parts Ltd and America’s EquipXP join forces Since 1998, BUK Truck Parts has been dedicated to offering quality truck spares to the Zambian market and its mission is to deliver on that promise continuously. On the 8th of September 2011, BUK Truck Parts signed a memorandum of understanding with EquipXP an American company based in Houston,

Texas. Together they will market, sell and distribute heavy duty construction, mining, agriculture, hospital equipment and parts to the Zambian industry.

Together they will market, sell and distribute heavy duty construction, mining, agriculture, hospital equipment and parts to the Zambian industry.

The signing ceremony was held at the plush offices of BUK in Lusaka. Officials from the Zambia Development Agency (ZDA), Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM) and members of the press were represented at the ceremony. The USA embassy economic attaché Mr Phil Nervig and the president of the American Chambers of Commerce in Zambia Mr Greg Merchand were also present at the event. BUK managing Director Mr Benjamin Katubiya described the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the two companies as a way of strengthening the ties between Zambia and the USA and enhancing and promoting trade between the two countries. The USA embassy economic attaché Mr Phil Nervig said that the commercial relationship between the USA and Zambia has been growing since the AGOA forum and that the partnership between BUK and EquipXP is building on strengthening that relationship. EquipXP is a reputable company that has won several awards from the USA department of Commerce and the most prestigious Presidential “E” Award. BUK Truck Parts Ltd, together with their parts suppliers in Europe and America, carefully monitor the truck parts industry, continuously adding to their range so they are always current. The company provides full technical support services.

Information +260 (0) 211 845 792 bukgg@zamnet.zm thebestofzambia.com/buk-truck-parts

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— Organisations and Development: News Mercy Flyers make a difference in Zambia

In 2007, colleagues and friends thought the Mercy Flyers team had taken leave of their senses as they headed off to Zambia from the UK with no discernible income but just the idea of doing something to meet the overwhelming medical need in Zambia. “We certainly didn’t know what we were doing to some extent, despite being from South Africa originally. We started a charity in our kitchen in Norwich with a dear group of friends who supported our venture in spite of their misgivings. Sometimes you do have to leap and then look…”

“We certainly didn’t know what we were doing to some extent, despite being from South Africa originally. We started a charity in our kitchen in Norwich with a dear group of friends who supported our venture in spite of their misgivings. Sometimes you do have to leap and then look…” Mercy Flyers was started in the UK in May 2006 and took nearly two years to register as a charity in Zambia. By being in Zambia, meeting people and finding out the specific needs of the people, the lives of the team have taken their individual turns. Craig Oranmore-Brown teamed up with Michael Breen a consultant gynaecologist with a gift for fistula surgery. They were given grant funding to do obstetric fistula surgery. Craig set up the programme of flying the team (mostly Michael and Craig) to various remote hospitals and bringing a lifeline of hope to women generally shunned by their communities. These women have

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suffered unspeakably through prolonged obstructed labour without the facilities or infrastructure to get a Caesarian Section, usually a stillbirth days later, followed by the humiliating condition of urinary incontinence or in some cases, faeces as a fistula develops. This is surgery that really can give a woman her life back. Rae Oranmore-Brown is currently a general surgery registrar at the University Teaching Hospital (UTH) in Lusaka. This is an unpaid position. She is also a post graduate student at the University of Zambia. Craig, one of a handful of consultant anaesthetists in the country, is an honorary (also unpaid) consultant in UTH Intensive Care Unit. He is one of the few doctors in the country with ICU training. He is also helping with the new post graduate training programme in anaesthesia. He champions anaesthesia, giving a voice to the anaesthetic clinical officers (technicians) who do most of the anaesthesia, particularly in the rural areas. Mercy Flyers consider it a privilege to work with other charities. They work closely with Africare in their gynaecology fistula work. This is a relationship they hope to continue and perhaps expand. Mercy Flyers partner with Flying Mission for access to aeroplanes. Craig has a commercial pilot’s licence and assists in flying duties. Mercy Flyers also partner with an eye charity International Vision Volunteers. This enabled them to do eye surgery in Zimba to provide anaesthetic services for paediatric eye surgery. New exciting possibilities include extending their work into general paediatric surgery to more rural areas.

The current life of the Mercy Flyers team could never be possible without the people who have faithfully supported them emotionally, spiritually and financially. The team have a sense of being members of a family who have decided to be part of providing a tiny piece of the solution to giving people a lifeline of hope.

about this through whatever surgical outreach is possible, basically whatever they get funding for. The team want to thank those who have opted in with them. They believe they may not change the world, but together you have made life a little more bearable for some of the most forgotten.

Most recently Mercy Flyers were in Zimba providing a paediatric anaesthesia service for the International Vision Volunteers doing eye surgery there. This enabled them to do surgery on a group of children.

The Mercy Flyers team serve Zambian people who, by virtue of their birth in a remote area in a developing country have almost no access to specialist health care. The purpose of Mercy Flyers is to do something

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Mercy Flyers is constantly in need of financial support and volunteers to support their work. If you can support them in any way contact them below or visit their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;how to giveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; page on their website. Personal stories of people they have helped can be found on their website.

+260 (0) 211 262 669 craigobrown@mercyflyers.com thebestofzambia.com/mercy-flyers

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— Staff news and opinions The Best of Zambia Marketing and PR Director gets married (me!)

For a week this September, four members of the Best of Zambia team shot off to Mauritius for a very special beach wedding. Sara Brown became Sara Drawwater on the 15th of September 2011 when she married Liam Drawwater. Liam and Sara met at college way back in 2001! They currently live in the UK in between family and business trips to Zambia. In fact, Liam proposed in Livingstone. Overwhelmed by requests for pictures of the big day we’ve launched the ‘staff corner’ section of this magazine! Not sure what will beat this for the November issue but we’ll give it our best shot! Top right: Liam and Sara get ready to cut the cake. Middle: Confetti time! Sara’s Mum Julia throws confetti on the couple. Background from left to right: Joseph Brown, Mitch Drawwater and Luke Brown. Bottom: Part of the Brown family and Best of Zambia team with the Drawwater’s. From left to right: Trevor and Shirley Drawwater, Sara (Marketing and PR Director), Liam Drawwater, Mitch Drawwater, Julia Brown (Operations Director), Luke Brown (UK Creative Director), Joseph Brown (CEO), and Mitch Drawwater’s fiancé, Sarah Hutchcraft. Liam and Sara will be holding a get together for family and friends in the UK and Zambia.

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Hats off to Zambia — pioneering the democratic process in Africa!

Michael Sata is President of Zambia. Many have rejoiced at the news and many have received it with mixed feelings; some are outright horrified. But then politics do tend to engender the whole spectrum of emotions. Setting aside personalities, let’s reflect for a moment at what has just happened in Zambia and the background to it. For those of us who may not have the facts at our fingertips, Zambia gained independence from its colonial masters in 1964. It was a multi-party democratic election process and Kenneth Kaunda was voted in as President, with UNIP as the ruling party. Zambia became a one party state in 1972. In 1991, in keeping with the political climate of the day and in response to pressure from outside investors, it returned to a multi-party democracy. MMD rose to power, with Frederick Chiluba as President. In 2001, after Chiluba had enjoyed two terms of office as president, MMD retained power under the leadership of Levy Mwanawasa. After Mr Mwanawasa’s untimely death in 2008, Rupiah Banda was elected as President, a position he retained until last week. Now, after 20 years under MMD, Zambia has a new party in power, the Patriotic Front, with Michael Sata at the helm. Throughout these last 47 years we see a state evolving and maturing, a nation blossoming and growing,

despite hard knocks, despite major setbacks, and yes despite serious flaws.

Throughout these last 47 years we see a state evolving and maturing, a nation blossoming and growing, despite hard knocks, despite major setbacks, and yes despite serious flaws. Not perfect by any means. But evolving nevertheless. Two statesmen have graciously handed over power to another party - Kenneth Kaunda and now Rupiah Banda. I commend them for that. Michael Sata releases a white dove during his swearing in ceremony - a symbol of peace. I commend him for that. As I write this article, President Sata has announced his government, with Guy Scott as his Vice President. This makes Zambia, as far as I am aware, the first African country to have a white Vice President within a democratically-elected government. Again commendation is due. There are valid concerns about lack of representation within the Cabinet - too many Bembas and too many men. But then the Zambian democracy is still maturing. I pray that Zambia, the promising child, may mature into adulthood prosperous, principled and powerful. Article by, Operations Director, Julia Brown

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Interesting tweets on the elections @Frank_Siwale Cool man we’ve shown the World that this is a true #Democratic state.#Zambia @gijaynextreme i love my country. May not always agree with everything that goes on but...#zambia @SkillsUK #Zambia continues to break boundaries...1st African Country with white Vice-President. #GuyScott @SirNige VP of Zambia is a white guy - Guy Scott don’t know many white VPs in Africa. Let’s see what happens to foreign investment in that country @brandoncurrie Does the election of Michael Sata reject Chinese investment in #Zambia? @hofrench Chinese mines raise wages in Zambia after Sata victory (CSM): http://bit.ly/oWoXdt @missbwalya I just wish I could say nicer things about gender representation in new Cabinet. *sigh* #Zambia @livilodge #ZNBC #Zambia For an historic and national event that coverage was simply dreadful, no excuses. You are visually and aurally challenged @emmab33 Can you transform a country in 90 days? Zambia’s new president #michaelsata thinks so...

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