What Languges are Spoken in Zambia?

Posted By admin on May 19, 2011

No! Zambian is not a language.

Depending on who you ask there are about 73 dialects in Zambia, although English is the official language of Zambia. You will find for most business and social settings in urban areas English is widely spoken in Zambia.

Your Travel Guide Nyanja Phrase Book

Are you Traveling to Zambia and Not sure about what to expect? Wondering what languages are spoken in Zambia?

When planning a trip abroad, learning or at least knowing the basics of the local language can be very useful. It can sometimes be a little uncomfortable trying to convey a message or the feeling of someone who has no idea what you are saying. Preparing in advance can make life much simpler. All it requires communication, and that’s it, is sometimes taken for granted in your home where everyone would understand. Whether you are coming to Zambia for business, a mission trip, safari or even just to visit family and friends making an effort to grasp local Zambian phrases will make your trip much more enjoyable.

The following are some Nyanja phrase that you can learn even before you leave home:
Hello.
Bwanji / mulibwanji if respect is applied (moh-lee bwa- ngee)

Sir (or) Mister
Abambo (abha-mboh)

Madam
Amayi (amah-iee)

How are you?
Muli bwanji?(muh-lee-bwan-gee)

Fine, thank you. (And you?)
Ndiri bwino. Kaya inu? (nee-dee-ree bwe-no kayah in-oo?)

What is your name?
Dzina lanu ndani?/Dzina lanu ndi yani? (dzinae-lanue-ndahnie?)

My name is ______ .
Dzina langa ndi ______. (dzinah-langae-nndee ________)

Please.
Chonde. (chow-nday)

Thank you.
Zikomo. (very common – ends most conversations) (zee-co-mo)

If you want to Learn Basic Conversational Phrases Like: ‘How Are You?’, ‘My Name Is’, ‘What Is Your Name?’, ‘Do You Speak English?’, ‘Hello’, ‘Goodbye’, ‘Please’, ‘Thank You’, ‘I Don’t Understand’, and Many other useful Nyanja phrases be sure to check out my Nyanja phrase book.

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Baptist International Mission

Posted By admin on October 20, 2010

Baptist International Mission

The Baptist international mission is fully committed to serve local churches in the regions they operate from. According to the mission, a spiritual dynamic occurs as and when these churches become involved in Great Commission. The role of Baptist international mission is to facilitate such involvement. There are different core values on which a Baptist international mission is built. Integrity, Interdependence, Trust, Accountability, Affirmation, Flexibility, Facilitation, Life-Long Learning are few such values that are treasured by this mission.

The foundation of Baptist international mission is laid on faith. Every member of this mission places his or her faith on god to provide the necessary prayer and financial support before entering the mission field. The missionaries are not guaranteed support by Baptist international mission. Contrary, they stand to receive faith commitments from churches that will assure them of financial and prayer support. The Baptist international mission has to be accountable for all their financial dealings. In fact, they are answerable to all the supporting churches and government in this regard.

The doctrines of the Baptist international mission are largely inspired by the Bible. The mission truly believes that god is the supreme power and he is absolute in his attributes, and is perfect in all possible way. Furthermore, the Baptist international mission believes that Son, Father and Holy Spirit are equal in glory and power. According the Baptist international missiongod is omniscient, spirit, personal, immutable, wisdom, love, and power. Also, as per the teachings of the mission, man reflects the image of god and out of choice fell into the realm of life and death.

The mission further states that those who are lucky enough to be saved by Jesus Christ are secured eternally too. In fact, the security of all of us solely rests on the finished work of Christ. Thus, a true believer is always safe or secure and will serve as a redeemed possession of Jesus Christ. The Baptist international mission further believes that the visible churches are nothing but a congregation of baptized believers that practice New Testaments and believes in its doctrines and ordinances fully.

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EXPOSING THE MALARIA MYTHS IN ZAMBIA

Posted By admin on September 16, 2010

Mosquitoes are prevalent in Zambia and the risk of contracting malaria is very high. Before you travel to Zambia it is important to separate myths from facts when protecting yourself from a deadly disease such as malaria.

MythI hardly ever get bitten and barely react to mosquito bites so I don’t need to take any precautions
FactEveryone’s body reacts differently to mosquito bites but this is no indication of whether you have been bitten by a malaria-carrying mosquito. It only takes one bite to contract malaria.

MythI’m going to visit Zambia in the dry season so I’ll be fine
FactZambia has two main seasons the wet and dry seasons, and in the wet season mosquito activity is increased. However mosquitoes may still be active in the dry season. It is important that you seek advice from a healthcare professional and follow the recommended precautions.

Myth Antimalarials are not 100% effective therefore there is no point taking them
FactTaken as recommended, antimalarials are 90 – 100 % effective, and in combination with good bite prevention can help stop you contracting malaria. Remember, malaria can be deadly, it is Zambia’s number one killer, accounting for 50,000 deaths a year, or 47 percent of all deaths in the country.

MythAll antimalarials have bad side-effects that are worse than catching malaria
FactCatching malaria could put you in hospital and out of action for weeks. It could even kill you. There are different types of antimalarials with different side effects – talk to your healthcare professional about the best one for you.

MythI’m taking homeopathic medicines to protect against malaria so I don’t need to do anything else to protect myself
FactThere is no evidence that homeopathic or herbal medication will protect you from malaria. Seek advice on antimalarial medication and bite avoidance precautions from a healthcare professional before you travel to Zambia.

MythI’m only going to be in a Zambia for a couple of days so I don’t need to bother taking precautions
Fact It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito to contract malaria. So even if you are in Zambia for a short period you still need to take advice from a healthcare professional and follow their recommendations. There are different types of antimalarials with different side-effects.

MythMy friend went to the same place in Zambia that I’m going to and said that you don’t need to take precautions there

Malaria is Zambia's number one killer, accounting for 50,000 deaths a year.

FactWhen dealing with a potentially fatal disease it is important not to take risks. Follow the advice of a qualified healthcare professional and if you have been advised to take bite avoidance measures and/or antimalarials you should continue to do so. It’s not worth gambling your life on the advice of friends or other unqualified people.

Malaria is very dangerous you should always protect yourself. Make sure that take out adequate travel insurance or you could face a huge medical bill if you fall ill and need treatment.

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How safe is travel in Zambia?

Posted By admin on September 10, 2010


In most cases tourists who have visited Zambia and have practiced good personal security have left Zambia without incident. Naturally, as with travel anywhere, you should check with a governments travel warnings such as the US government travel warnings, and you should read articles from other travelers. However if you become a victim of a crime while visiting Zambia, you should report it to the local police as soon as possible. The police emergency number is 991. Your hotel, host, or tour company should be able to provide you with other specific numbers, if needed for contacting the police station in the area in which you are staying.

As with much of public services the police service is poorly funded and short on basic logistical support including fuel of their vehicles, it not uncommon for the victim to arrange to go and get the police and bring them to the crime scene.

The police are underpaid and there are reports of widespread corruption within the ranks. If a foreign national is arrested or detained by police authorities, they should request the police to immediately inform the respective Embassy or High Commission of the situation. We have complied an information sheets containing up to date information on Zambian  medical facilities, doctors, dentists, and lawyers, should you require such services. When traveling to Zambia you are strongly encouraged to purchase medical evaluation insurance before arriving in Zambia.

The following are tips that help you avoid becoming a victim.

  • If you are planning to stay in Zambia for an extended period of time, register with the consular section your Embassy or High Commission.

  • Do not bring valuables or large amounts of cash.

    Don't carry large sums of cash.

  • Make copies of passport numbers, credit card information and other important personal documents necessary for travel. Store or carry them in a place separate from the originals. Scan and email a copy of your passport, birth certificate, and driver’s licence to a secure email address. If you have a yahoo, gmail or hotmail account you can email the images to yourself. If you lose your passport, you can download the images from your email account.
  • Keep vehicle in good mechanical condition and insured (it is mandatory to purchase Zambian third-party liability insurance), and has a reliable alarm or anti-theft device.
  • Carry medical evacuation insurance.
  • You must have a doctor’s prescription with you for all medicines you bring into Zambia. Expatriates have been jailed for failing to comply with this requirement.
  • Avoid driving at night. Streetlights are few and traffic lights, when present, often do not function. Road conditions are poor, and people walk in the roadway. If you must drive at night, be sure to stay on familiar roads, carry a cell phone, and make sure someone at your destination knows when to expect your arrival.
  • When driving, always keep your doors locked and the windows rolled up.
  • It is against the law to photograph any government building or military installation. Persons caught taking photographs are subject to arrest and imprisonment. Also be aware that the Zambian police prohibit photographing the U.S. Embassy.
  • Use caution when visiting the downtown area of Lusaka. Street crime is critical, and there is little police presence.
  • Never walk the streets after sunset unless it is absolutely necessary. Although the streets around the hotels normally used by visitors are generally safe and protected by contract guards, criminal elements are in the area, as evidenced by the number of car thefts and street crimes around these hotels.

By taking a few precautions Zambia is a fairly safe travel destination.

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