Leading Ladies Zambia

Leading Ladies S04 E09 Nsama Elizabeth Musonda

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 14:27:02 GMT

The ninth episode of Leading Ladies

Leading Ladies S04 E08 - Juliana Nsofwa Chileshe

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:21:17 GMT

Meet Juliana Nsofwa Chileshe, this week's leading lady as we tell her story of rising to the occasion in environmental conservation and management education in the latest episode of #LeadingLadiesZM

Leading Ladies S04 E07- Bedyango, Nangoma, and Nkomeshya

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:02:42 GMT

The seventh episode of Leading Ladies

Leading Ladies S04 E06 - Thandiwe Mweetwa

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:01:21 GMT

The sixth episode of Leading Ladies Season 4

Leading Ladies S04 E05 - MA-Mwiya, Njaimo Sikote and NaMakaleza

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 11:58:58 GMT

The fifth episode of Leading Ladies Season 4

Leading Ladies S04 E04 - Chilufya Chileshe Kapwepwe

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 11:56:39 GMT

In this episode we learn about the story of Chilufya Chileshe Kapwepwe and her work in environmental conservation.

Leading Ladies S04 E03 - Nangoma, the Rainmaker

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 23:38:23 GMT

What an incredible story! This week's #LeadingLadiesZM focused on Nangoma, a rainmaker that understood that an environment with healthy regenertaing plants, water and animal life was necessary for a community to have stable families, peaceful lives, prosperity, adequate food and security.

Leading Ladies S04 E02 - Musonda Kapena

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:57:43 GMT

On the second episode of #LeadingLadiesZM Season 4, we dive into the story of Musonda Kapena. Against all odds, she got into a career not to follow trends but to impact nature and delve into environmental conservation and indigenous knowledge systems. Learn about the inspiring story that proves just how much women have contributed to the narrative of forestry conservation.

Leading Ladies S04 E01 - Dr Musonda Mumba

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:53:23 GMT

Here is a lady that was unphased by how she how was treated in relation to her male counterparts but went to excel in the field of ecology and environmental sustainability Meet Dr. Musonda Mumba in our first episode of Leading Ladies Season 4!

Leading Ladies S03 E10 - Rose Chibambo

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:42:22 GMT

Meet Rose Chibambo who proved how women have contributed to the establishment of Malawi as an independent state in today's episode of #LeadingLadiesZM

Leading Ladies S03 E09 - Mulena Mukwae Nakatindi Yeta Nganga

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:41:22 GMT

Meet our Mulena Mukwae Nakatindi Yeta Nganga in our intriguing story of risk taking and ambition in the latest episode of #LeadingLadiesZM

Leading Ladies S03 E08 - Vera Mlangazua Chirwa

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:40:12 GMT

Meet our Fearless Activist, Vera Mlangazua Chirwa. Today we tell her extraordinary story of resilience and resolve in the latest episode of #LeadingLadiesZM

Leading Ladies S03 E07 - Betty Chilombo Chilunga

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:38:52 GMT

Meet our Women's Rights Activist, Betty Chilombo Chilunga. Today we tell her extraordinary story of resilience and rebellion in the latest episode of #LeadingLadiesZM

Leading Ladies S03 E06 - Queen Lozikeyi Dlodlo of the Ndebele

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:37:33 GMT

Queen Lozikeyi Dlodlo of the Ndebele joins our ensemble of #LeadingLadiesZM in the sixth episode of season three! What lessons can you draw from this fierce revolutionist? In proud partnership with Wona Collective, Enthuse Afrika and Afrotopia.

Leading Ladies S03 E05 - Namlangeni

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:35:17 GMT

Join us as we learn from the story of Namlangeni, the mother of the Maseko or Gomani Ngoni on episode 5 of Leading Ladies Season 3!

Leading Ladies S03 E04 - Christina Musenge Malila Mulundika

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:34:14 GMT

Today's the day! Join us as we unravel a tale of uprising and lobbying for women's worker rights that we know today. On this episode of #LeadingLadiesZM, we meet Christina Musenge Malila Mulundika, the Trade Unionist. #WomanCrushWednesday #WonderfulWednesday #HumpDay

Leading Ladies S03 E03 - Charwe Nehanda Nyakasikana

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:32:58 GMT

Rebellion, mysticism and sacrifice aren't enough to describe the fabled story of Charwe Nehanda Nyakasikana, the spirit medium of Mashonaland who fought for the liberation of her land from the British South Africa Company. Learn more about her in episode 3 of the third season of #LeadingLadiesZM! #WomanCrushWednesday #WonderfulWednesday #HumpDay

Leading Ladies S03 E02 - Salome Chauwa Banda

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:32:01 GMT

Meet Salome Chauwa Banda, the prophetess, rainmaker and village headwoman who played an important part in fight against colonial administrative political systems. #LeadingLadiesZM #WomanCrushWednesday #WonderfulWednesday #HumpDay

Leading Ladies S03 E01 - Dinah Ceciwa Bwanausi Khonje

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:30:56 GMT

Defying the powers that be to maintain journalistic integrity?! What a story worthy of the history books. Discover what a surreal life Dinah Ceciwa Bwanuse Khonje has lived, from being a maternity ward activitist, hitlist journalist, international broadcasting pathfinder and pursuing her passion in the arts and crafts. Watch now and share your thoughts in the comment section. #LeadingLadiesZM #WomanCrushWednesday #WonderfulWednesday #HumpDay

Leading Ladies ZM: Season 2 E10 - Julia Mary Nsofwa Lombe “Chikamoneka” Mulenga

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:28:12 GMT

The final episode of Season Two of Leading Ladies is one we share with immense gratitude and pride. We’ve shared our community 10 Episodes highlighting 10 historical women leaders who changed the course of our country’s future in one way or other. Meet our final leading lady of this season, Julia Mary Nsofwa Lombe “Chikamoneka” Mulenga, A true mother of the Zambian independence movement thus dubbed and widely known as Mama UNIP. Julia Mary Nsofwa Chikamoneka Mulenga was responsible for being one of they key political mobilisers at grassroots level. She started her journey as a catalyst for actionable change when she joined the Federation of Welfare Associations which thereafter became the Northern Rhodesian African Congress. From her market stall in Kabwata she began mobilising fellow marketeers into organised protest groups for the NRAC which even further along the line metamorphosed into the Zambia’s Independence Party UNIP. Women have always played a role in politics, at the many levels and intersections it exists.

Leading Ladies ZM Season 2 E09- Helen Jengwera Nyirenda Kaunda

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:24:10 GMT

Know her by her name - Helen Jengwera Nyirenda Kaunda one of the first female African boarding mistresses in Northern Rhodesia who started a movement which is today known as Women's Christian Fellowship (WCF) under the United Church of Zambia thereby pioneering missionary work in Zambia's history

Leading Ladies S02 E08 - Malina Kajila Chilila Makhubalo

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:23:08 GMT

Among the first women to sit in the first session of the National Assembly of Zambia at age 24, Malina Kajila Chilila, a female career politician par excellence with professional accolades from Cambridge and UNZA coupled with a track record of working for international organizations such as the UN. She served in the highest of ranks in government and other organizations. #LeadingLadiesZM

Leading Ladies ZM Season 2 E07 - Namwezi Mwamba

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:21:45 GMT

Today we uncover the fearless Namwezi Mwamba who passionately fought for the Independence of Zambia and was a key player in the Cha Cha Cha revolts. Unfortunately, Namwezi was betrayed before she could see an Independent Zambia. Women have been leaders in the liberation struggle in Zambia. #LeadingLadiesZM

Leading Ladies S02 E06 - Alice Mulenga Lenshina

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:20:18 GMT

The sixth episode of Leading Ladies Season 2

Leading Ladies S02 E05 - Chabala We Tuna

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:18:41 GMT

The fifth episode of Leading Ladies Season 2

Leading Ladies S02 E04 - Dr. Anna Songolo

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:15:13 GMT

The fourth episode of Leading Ladies Season 2

Leading Ladies S02 E03 - Kapwelwa Mwanagumbi Sikota

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:12:37 GMT

Kapelwa Mwanangumbi Sikota was the first state registered nurse for any gender who escalated her fight for the rights of African health workers to the House of Commons in England.

Leading Ladies Season S02 E02 - Violet Nyoni

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:10:17 GMT

The second episode of Leading Ladies Season 2

Leading Ladies Season 02 E01 - Christine Munkombwe

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:06:36 GMT

The first episode of Leading Ladies Season 2

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E10 - Be Dyango

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:03:28 GMT

Women have been prominent leaders of state for centuries. Meet Be Dyango, Southern Province 18th Century the Head of State. Be Dyango brockered a peace treaty with Chief Mukuni and convinced him that they should be co-rulers. Learn more by watching the video.

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E09 - Mwenya Mukulu

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:01:16 GMT

The ninth episode of Leading Ladies Season 1

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E08 - Kabunda

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:59:05 GMT

In a land where people heavily depended on hunting and gathering, Kabunda introduced agriculture. Thanks to her genious, her brother Chipimpi became the first chief of the Lamba in modern day Copperbelt.

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E07 - Chikuku (Nkomeshya)

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:55:46 GMT

Talk about a long lasting legacy!! Watch this now. "All her life, Chikuku ensured that Soli political power remained vested in female hands."

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E06 - Ntemba

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:53:57 GMT

Meet Ntemba from 19th Century Eastern Province #ThePowerBroker Ntemba held the Bisa-Chewa coalition together for a long time. On her death-bed, she requested that her daughter Chidote succeed her. Chidote settled on the banks of the Lukusizi River. Overtime this group eventually dispersed and disappeared. Women have been formidable political opponents.

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E05 - Lueji Wa Nkonde

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:52:17 GMT

The reality is that women have been quite influential on the geo-political landscape of Zambia like Lueji Wa Nkonde. She ruled the Luunda federation of Tubungo in the 1650’s, from her capital at Kasala Katoki.

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E04 - Na Chituti

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:48:28 GMT

"Na Chituti was given a praise name and thereafter called Na Chituti, uwa abwishe u Luunda, meaning, Na Chituti, the one who made it possible for the Luunda to settle peacefully in Shila country." Till today Na Chituti’s treaty is enacted at the Mutumboko ceremony by the current Mwata Kazembe and Na Chituti.

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E03 - Loongo

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:46:52 GMT

To protect her land, Loongo organised an all women army and fought the Makololo. The women left a mark on the Makololo ranks through their sheer courage and determination.

Leading Ladies Zambia S01 E02 - Litunga la Mboela

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:39:10 GMT

During the Scramble for Africa, The Great Mukwae Matauka wrote a letter to the government of Italy demanding that they clearly delineate her land from that of the Portuguese and stop them from infringing on her people’s rights. The demarcated boundary of her province along the 38th parallel of Longitude still stands today.

Leading Ladies S01 S01 - Mwape

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 13:53:24 GMT

An African podcast about historical women leaders