Boys Will Be Boys

With the current cold spell that we are experiencing in Lusaka, we have to admit that it sounds like a wonderful idea – a day running around in the bush, dressed up in long sleeves and long trousers. It will certainly get one warmed up.   Even better though, shooting people could well be a […]

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Mazabuka News

Of Fire Hydrants And First Aid Kits… Travelling to Siavonga recently, we came across a burnt out bus, the vehicle had been totally destroyed but the trailer remained intact. On the way back we encountered a similar sight – a smouldering pantechnicon parked on the roadside half way down Munali Hills. There was no one […]

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Mazabuka News

A Sweet Year For Zambia Sugar The sweetest place in the whole of Zambia was sweeter still when it was announced towards the end of November that a new all time record of over two hundred and nine thousand tonnes of sugar had been produced by Zambia Sugar. .”We have two hundred and nine thousand, […]

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Mazabuka

Cane Cutter’s Day At Zambia Sugar Probably one of the most physically exacting jobs going in this part of the world is cutting cane. The cane is burnt the night before and early the next morning; cutters get into the fields and set about harvesting it with their “knives”.  Several tonnes (each) later and covered […]

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Mazabuka News

Coming Up National Polo X Championships at Lubombo on September 2 and 3. This is a great annual event with teams from all around the country. Camping facilities will be available and meals served throughout the weekend. Dennis Bolton will be doing his DJ stint on the Saturday night. Make this a weekend to remember!   Mazabuka Club’s Outdoor Cooking Competition. […]

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