Kokoliko Magazine

13/07/2017

Zambia is a country with high fuel prices which increases the cost of doing business in Zambia.
We have seen spikes in the price of fuel on several occasions due to depreciation in the exchange rate, whilst at the same time oil barrel prices on the international market remained low. Why are things like this we ask?

Zambia is a country with high fuel prices which increases the cost of doing business in Zambia. We have seen spikes in the price of fuel on several occasions due to depreciation in the...

11/07/2017

'If the Government genuinely believes that the Kwacha follows a random walk hypothesis then we have a problem.'
Let’s break this down with an example.

The Foreign exchange (Forex) market in Zambia rejects a random walk hypothesis meaning price changes are correlated and can be manipulated. Let’s break this down with an example. Imagine you know a sugar...

02/06/2017

FOCUS FRIDAY- Nancy Bubz Mwanza
Name of business: Bubz & Chyno Zambia
Random fact: I'm passionate about kids, especially the less fortunate.
Line of work; Event management and choreography
Brief Background: A few years ago a friend asked if I could help her decorate a wedding and it's been up hill since. I've also been a choreographer for a little over 10yrs.
I've choreographed many weddings,I've lost count because at some point I had multiple line ups a day.
Scheduling was a mess. Lol. The furthest town I've decorated in was Solwezi. I was by myself and it was a double event day (kitchen party & wedding) best adventure EVER!

31/05/2017

"Stan would frequently use the catchphrase 'Oh my Gosh! They killed Kenny!' Media commentators have published their interpretations of the many aspects of the running gag from philosophical and societal viewpoints.

Now let us connect to the IMF Zambia situation." - Kampamba Shula
Share your thoughts and let us know if you think Kenny will be back.

Most kids grew up watching an adult animation series called “South Park” and we can presume most people have watched it or even disliked it but for the sake of people who haven’t I...

29/05/2017

How many celebrities have we eaten alive?
Not just on an international scale but even in our homeland, Zambia. How we nitpicked at Zone Fam as they were going through changes as a group and individually, the Wezi and Mumba Yachi situation...
Some people might find this shocking but celebrities are and will always be human.

Share your views with us on "The Price of Fame"

Edward Furlong. Remember him? Probably not. You probably don’t know him—not by name, anyway. And a week ago, neither did I. He was the young, vibrant actor who played the role of John Connor...

26/05/2017

FOCUS FRIDAY

Artist; LUDO Freshe
Line of work; Musician and poet.
Random fact: I am terrified of praying mantis' .

Brief background: "I have always had a passion for music.I composed music since I was 7 years old.
In 11th grade, I joined the poetry club at school just for fun and fell in love with it. After I started writing poetry it was easy to transition into a rapper. Eve inspired me to start rapping, but Lauren Hill inspired me to rap with purpose"

Social media handles; Follow
Download links; http://www.itsretunes.com/ludo.html

23/05/2017

Atmosphere Events Presents Sho Baraka of Humble Beast, coming to Zambia on the 2nd of June.
Tickets are available at East Park and Manda Hill Giordano stores.

19/05/2017

FOCUS FRIDAY- Duncan Jr Edwins

-Full names; Kabunda Duncan Edwin Zimba (KB)
-Stage Name;Black Chilly
-Line Of Work; Rap artist

-Brief Background ; "I grew up in a house full of girls and was exposed to the Britney Spears and Backstreet Boys of the industry,until I sat in front of Muteta Chikwashi at Matero Secondary. He was a huge Eminem fan.
I started rapping for fun though, after Mole Q and DJ Sichuation recorded a song at Dj Fenys studio called "Keep It Thugging" everyone in Rhodes Park wanted to rap.
It started as a joke, but when a few of us started getting our verses recited in the hood ,competition began to brew."

-Random fact; I'm also a chicken farmer with dreams of real estate.

-Name of project; Black Syko
-Download link; https://www.datafilehost.com/d/d129609c

17/05/2017

We all say we will be better parents. What is the one thing you want to do differently as you raise your children?

http://kokoliko.org/trans-generational-trauma/

“I’d say its trans-generational trauma.” A friend of mine casually said one day to me as we were discussing parenting. This greatly piqued my interest. I’m usually the guy with the cool psychology terminology...

02/05/2017

For the past few years when people discussed the debt situation in Zambia we would mostly say the debt is within the threshold of sustainability.
Here is an article that sheds more light on the topic.

http://kokoliko.org/zambias-debt-crisis-nkongole/

The Economics Association of Zambia held a public discussion event under the theme “Zambia Debt Situation: Back to HIPC?” on 31st March 2017. Former Bank of Zambia Governor Dr Caleb Fundanga presented on Public...

24/04/2017

Benjamin Disraeli once said “There are 3 kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
Do we really understand inflation in Zambia?

http://kokoliko.org/inflation-doesnt-make-sense-zambia/

In economics, inflation is a sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services in an economy over a period of time resulting in a loss of value of currency. When the...

19/04/2017

'In theory Zambia exporting Maize, a commodity of which its supply is in excess of domestic requirements is a great idea. The only problem comes from how the maize will be exported and whether that platform provides the most benefit to the country.'
Let us know your thoughts.

http://kokoliko.org/fra-exporting-maize-not-solution/

Recently, President Edgar Lungu has said that Government intends to make the Food Reserves Agency (FRA) a procurement agency that will be able to supply maize to other countries, adding that this will enable...

14/04/2017

Life after University and before employment can be one of the most stressful periods in a person's life.
But it can also be productive depending on how you make use of your time.

Here is an article that we hope can help when the going gets tough.
http://kokoliko.org/going-gets-tough/

Life after University and before employment can be one of the most stressful periods in a person’s life. Some people are fortunate enough to jump into employment right after graduation but majority are left...

13/04/2017

"Writing is the painting of the voice"-Voltaire.

If you would like to share your articles with us,kindly visit www.kokoliko.org or send your articles to [email protected].

11/04/2017

At school we were taught different subjects and how to be competitive and battle for the title of the one with the highest IQ- Intelligence Quotient, but who taught us about EQ-Emotional Quotient (Yes it is a thing).
What are the effects of not learning how to handle depression?
http://kokoliko.org/depression-silent-killer/

Growing up African you are taught a lot of things like how to take care of your home, how to treat your elders, how to be a respectful person etc. There are even ways...

06/04/2017

The comic book industry in Zambia has grown thanks to celebrations of the Nerd Culture like LsCon and people like London Kamwendo and Benny Blow, who are the geniuses behind The Mundane Kid.
Here is an article by Esnala Lahru Bandal on our very own comicbook heroes.
http://kokoliko.org/comicbook-heroes-zambian-edition/

06/04/2017

The comic book industry in Zambia has grown thanks to celebrations of the Nerd Culture like LsCon and people like London Kamwendo and Benny Blow, who are the geniuses behind The Mundane Kid.

Here is an article by Esnala Banda on our very own comicbook heroes.
http://kokoliko.org/comicbook-heroes-zambian-edition/

Almost every kid grows up watching cartoons and being besotted with them. For most children, this is where their love of superheroes and all things “nerd” begins. In Zambia, this love has led...

31/03/2017

We are definitely a country rich in resource, but do you feel we benefit from these resources?
Share your thoughts on part two of the article 'Rich country poor people'.

http://kokoliko.org/rich-country-poor-people-part-2/

If we are to be honest, Zambia does not benefit extensively from mining operations the way it should. All countries that depend on natural resources face the shared challenge of taxation: determining tax levels...

29/03/2017

After ZRA announced all bank account holders will be required to have a tpin, most of the general public misunderstood their motives.
Here is an article providing more clarity on this issue
http://kokoliko.org/introduction-tpins-bank-account-holders/

The Zambian Government enacted legislation effective 1st January, 2017, to make it mandatory for financial institutions registered under the Banking and Financial Services Act to require all bank account holders to obtain a...

26/03/2017

'The issue is simple, Zambia doesn’t own the mines (excluding ZCCM) we simply tax them.' - Kampamba Shula

Share your thoughts on why we are not fully benefitting from our copper industry. .
http://kokoliko.org/rich-country-poor-people/

Most African countries are endowed with rich natural resources whilst their people on the average remain poor. In Zambia this case is blatantly obvious when economic indicators in the past decade show 6 to...

22/03/2017

One of the statements Mulenga Kapwepwe made at the Entrepreneurship seminar that stood out was 'everything that happens to you is a resource. Rejection as well as your so-called disabilities are all tools for achieving your goals, so use them!'
We are grateful she graced our stage and here is the video for those that missed it.

20/03/2017

Nowadays the term 'until death do us part' is starting to sound more like a threat and less like a declaration of undying love.
There is a Bemba saying ‘ Ubu chende bwa mwaume ta utoba in’ganda’ which means a mans infidelity can never break a home.
But with the recent murder cases, one can only wonder how broken our society already is. Studies say that the word 'wedding' is the most googled word in Zambia. Do you think there is more emphasis on getting married and not on how to be happily married?

http://kokoliko.org/unril-death-us-part/

A crime of passion, in popular usage, refers to a violent crime, especially homicide, in which the perpetrator commits the act against someone because of sudden strong impulse such as sudden rage rather than...

17/03/2017

The Zimbabwean Dollar was the official currency of Zimbabwe from 1980 to April 12, 2009.

During that time, the currency suffered three massive redominations to deal with high face value paper denominations brought about by hyperinflation. At one point, a Z$ 100 trillion banknote was printed.

This article discusses the introduction of bond notes in Zimbabwe and the possible consequences.

http://kokoliko.org/421-2/

A few months ago it was revealed that Zimbabwe had introduced bond notes. I received this news with mixed feelings. Part of me is happy that my brothers and sisters across the border are...

14/03/2017

There is a lot of work that goes into making and releasing a song, from the beginning of production to the moment it hits the air waves.
In many ways artists don't get the recognition they deserve. Find out how Beat Mouse stepped in to help change that.

http://kokoliko.org/introducing-beat-mouse/

Recently, Zambian social media lit up but on a positive note this time. A group of budding revolutionists took to cyberspace and made a stirring statement: “save the music industry, save the country,” unleashing...

08/03/2017

Happy Women's Day to all the strong and beautiful women. Here is a story that encompasses one of the many battles women go through. Keep rising from strength to strength.

http://kokoliko.org/fight-flight-freeze/

So there’s a certain DJ I totally love that works at Phoenix FM. Not only because he is a super cool dude but mostly because if not for him I would probably be a...

06/03/2017

For those that might not be aware, Zambia does IMPORT copper concentrates from DRC Congo constituting over 10% of monthly imports.
Here is an article about the reversal on the 7.5% import duty on copper concentrates by Kampamba Shula.
http://kokoliko.org/business-nothing-personal/

03/03/2017

Social media in our African society has been viewed by a lot of people as a waste of time. But times are changing and it is currently a very vital marketing tool for companies as well as personal brands. This article gives a little insight about how people can make the best out of their social media accounts.
http://kokoliko.org/perks-social-media/

I’m sure we’ve all received those comments from our parents like, ‘why are you always on your phone? All you ever do is stay on Facebook all day, can’t you do something productive? ‘...

27/02/2017

Kamiza Chikula is a professional Marketing and Corporate Communications practitioner. We were honoured to have him grace the stage at our Entrepreneurship seminar. Here is a clip in case you missed it.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-ONeyW842Y&t=315s

Kamiza Chikula is a professional Marketing and Corporate Communications practitioner. We were honoured to have him grace the stage at our Entrepreneurship se...

27/02/2017

Kamiza Chikula is a professional Marketing and Corporate Communications practitioner. We were honoured to have him grace the stage at our Entrepreneurship seminar. Here is a clip in case you missed it.

23/02/2017

Calling all writers who would love to share their work on the Kokoliko website.
Kindly visit www.kokoliko.org or send your articles to [email protected].

20/02/2017

Everybody knows that one kid in school that was always an amazing story teller. Some grew up in homes where they were told to stop 'talking so much', or 'focus on reality'.

However the truth is their reality can become better, If they are encouraged to explore their story telling skills. As we strive to improve literacy in Africa, we must never forget the power of stories.

http://kokoliko.org/power-of-stories/

For millenniums mankind has been captivated by the essence of a story—writing on walls, canvas, paper, sand, tress, and anything that was convenient; and later through the use of cinema. If art proved to...

17/02/2017

In case you missed the Entrepreneurship Seminar. Here is a clip of Monica Musonda, who was the 1st speaker to grace the stage.

14/02/2017

It has been said ladies should be seen and not heard. But we can't forget the powerful women that have changed the way we view the world today.
The music industry has birthed legends like the late Etta James, Nina Simone and Miriam Makeba. People fell in love with these stars, but very few would have loved their journey. The road to success can be a very ugly one.
This is an article for every woman that wants to thrive in the artistic world and especially for the female artist in Zambia.
http://kokoliko.org/female-artist-zambia/

My dad has always had issues with me being artistic, which I couldn’t understand until I was much older. Everything ‘they’ said about the music industry was true.Especially with regard to females. I continuously...

06/02/2017

Has school failed us or have we failed it? Are we making dreams come true or killing them?
It has been said, education is the key to success, but there is more than one way to open a door.
Here is an article to ponder over.
http://kokoliko.org/is-what-we-are-doing-working/

Placed in a crowded dining room turned exam room—pen in hand, calculator and ruler on either side of a small uneven and antiquated desk—I like many of my fellow students hacked away at a...

03/02/2017

Tag someone who is a great writer, let them know 2017 is the year to . If they needed a little inspiration here is an article about Zambian author of 'Twisted' and 'Perdition' Luka Mwango.
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http://kokoliko.org/writting-way-success-word-luka-mwango/

An entrepreneur in the simplest of terms is someone who organises a business venture and assumes the risk of it. These exceptional individuals bare all the costs of chasing their dreams and putting everything...