Zambia weekly digest #50—December events, offers and news

A weekly digest of the latest events, offers and news in and around Zambia. Skip down to what you are most interested in by scrolling down or clicking the links below.

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Events

We’ve launched our brand new dedicated Events section with these fantastic launch partners! This week’s featured event is:

• The Christmas market and entertainment at Horse Shoe Steakhouse Premium, 12 December

And then there’s a wonderful selection of Christmas events to choose from:

• It’s all happening at Fringilla Farm Lodge Premium with a carol service on 18 December, Christmas day buffet and braai lunch and dinner on 25 December and new year braai and buffet on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of January.
• On Christmas Day, Tiffany’s Canyon Lodge Premium in Lusaka host a Christmas music festival and Christmas lunch with Santa.
• There’s also Christmas events at InterContinental Hotel Lusaka Premium with a Christmas brunch with Pompi on 25 December, New Year’s Eve dinner on 31st December and New Year’s Eve party with Mampi on 31st December.
• And Palmwood Lodge Premium is hosting a Christmas day lunch on the 25th of December

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Offers

Special offers, discounts and deals from businesses in Zambia. Have an offer you’d like promoted? Submit it below.

• Exciting 2016 Mauritius golfing offer with Voyagers Zambia Premium

  Invite three full paying golfers to join you at this wonderful golfing location and you’ll get your accommodation free! Plus there’s prizes for the golfing tournament. To defend their title in 2017 the winner will receive a free air ticket and accommodation in a deluxe room . Runner up receives free accommodation in a deluxe room to participate in the 2017 competition. Plus there are other prizes from British Airways, Budget Car Hire and more.

  You’ll be staying at the 5 star Paradis Hotel. Dates are 4 to 9 July 2016 from $1,830 and 29 August to 3 September, from $1,870 per person. These prices are for deluxe rooms and upgrades to deluxe beachfront rooms are available. Package includes return flights to Johannesburg or Durban, transfers, breakfast, lunch and dinner in July, breakfast and dinner in August, two fun gold days, two competition golf days, gala dinner, selected drinks, entertainment and more. Package excludes fights from Zambia to Johannesburg. Savings available for children. For full details enquire with Voyagers or call +260 (0) 212 627800

• 20% off at The Wine Shop Premium

  Get 20% off when you buy any bottle of Casillero Del Diablo and be in with a chance to win a signed Manchester United Shirt. Visit them at Arcades Shopping Centre, and the newly opened store in Embassy Park. Find out more about The Wine Shop here.

• Free wheel balancing at Autoworld Premium

  Buy any tyre from Autoworld or Impala Service Station and get free wheel balancing at any Autoworld fitment centres countrywide! Enquire for more information here or call 01-223207 or 01-237716 for more information.

• Lease of up to seven years on a 10 hectare farm at Shimabala

  Just 26km from Lusaka and 1km off Kafue Road this plot is on a good all-weather road. The land has a borehole and is suitable for poultry or piggery farming. Call +260 969 673391, +260 961 022255 or +44 7404 505035

• 10% discount on British Chamber of Commerce in Zambia Premium membership

  To encourage new members and early renewals, the British Chamber of Commerce in Zambia is offering a 10% discount on subscription rates if these are paid before 31 December 2016. The chamber was launched in February this year. It offers its members regular CEO lunches, informative speaker events and advocacy activities. It also provides services and information via email and through its website and e-newsletter, and gives advice and facilitation support to members.

• Amazing flat sheet specials at Zambezi Roofing & Steel Premium

  Offers are on flat sheets of mild steel. 2450 x 1225 x 0.7mm K2002; 450 x 1225 x 0.8mm K2052; 450 x 1225 x 1.0mm K2602; 450 x 1225 x 1.2mm K3552; 450 x 1225 x 1.6mm K3802; and 450 x 1225 x 2.0mm K470. Prices include VAT and are subject to change without notice. Limited Stocks available. Send an enquiry here or phone 0965-056066 or 0965-056067.

• Half price draught beer at O’Hagan’s Premium

  Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays between 18.00 and 19.00, all Castle and Mosi Draughts are half price. Please note: Castle Lite draught is not included in this promo.

• See Lionel Richie in South Africa with Voyagers Zambia Premium

  Dates and venues for this epic event are Sunday, 13 March, 2016 (Durban); Friday, 18 March, 2016 (Cape Town); and Sunday and Monday, 20 and 21 March (Johannesburg). Package prices range from $180 to $420 depending on date and location. This gives you two nights accommodation (including breakfast), return airport transfers and entry level concert tickets. Upgrades available. Note that air ticket prices are quoted separately. Find out more via the Voyager’s enquiry form or email tours@voyagerszambia.com

• Proflight Zambia Free Kasama special

  The Iya Kulubemba Special gives you a free return from Kasama to Lusaka for K1,700 and from Kasama to Ndola or Kitwe for K2,400. The offer excludes airport taxes and is only valid on flights originating in Kasama. Enquire directly for more information.

Christmas and new year offers

• Festive offers from Mobile Monsters Premium

  Gift vouchers are a great present your loved ones will cherish! And if you spend K500 and you can pop a balloon to stand a chance of winning instant prizes. You’ll also be in with a chance to enter a lucky draw. Prizes include two Samsung Galaxy Alpha’s, one Samsung J1 and one Nokia Lumina 520. The promotion runs until the 7th of January 2016 and the draw will be live at Levy Mall on teh 8th of January. Enquire with Mobile Monsters or call 0978 610 611.

• New Christmas stock at Sandy’s Creations Premium

  Now in stock are Christmasy plants, flowers, trees, tools, gifts, decoration and more – all perfect Christmas gifts. Enquire with Sandy’s Creations or call +260 211 278220.

• Royal New Year’s special for Zambian residents with Royal Zambezi Lodge Premium

  Stay at Royal Zambezi Lodge for three night’s accommodation for $930 inclusive of flights! Rate includes all meals, including a special New Year’s celebration meal, two activities per day, flights at set times and dates to and from the Lodge. Rate excludes single supplement for single rooms, drinks, park fees, spa treatments, laundry, hire of fishing tackle and departure tax at Lusaka airport. Please note children sharing with parents: under 12’s $741, under 6’s $615 and under 2’s go free. Group booking discounted rates offered depending on size of group of 6 or more guests. Set flight times are 31st December arrival LSK/RZL departs 15:00 and leaves 3rd January RZL/LSK departs 15:00. Enquire with Royal Zambezi Lodge or call 00 260 97948 6618.

• Monday Madness offer with Avocado Hair and Day Spa Premium

  Until the 31st of December Avocado are offering a range of offers every Monday. Get a free manicure with every 60 minute massage, get a free pedicure with every facial and get a free upgrade to a spa manicure and pedicure when you have an Avocado manicure and pedicure. Enquire with Avocado

• 10% off early booking with Umoyo Premium

  Book and pay today and start therapies in January 2016 for a NEW you! Or get a gift voucher for a friend, family member or significant other. Show you care by getting them a gift of health! Enquire with Umoyo or call 0966 800 600.

• Christmas specials at Palmwood Lodge Premium

  The 24th December Christmas Eve special is a two night stay for K800 for a double room for two. This includes breakfast for two on the 25th and 26th, Christmas buffet, give away and welcome cocktail during dinner on the 24th. The Christmas Eve three course dinner (K110 for adults and K55 for kids) starts at 19:00 hours and includes international and local cuisine welcome drinks, a visit from Santa and free Christmas punch for after dinner relaxation.

  The Christmas Day lunch is a three course brai and buffet (K120 for adults and K60 for kids) from 13:00 hours. It includes welcome drink, a visit from Santa, pool access and DJ entertainment.

  The 31st December New Year’s Eve special is a one night stay for K400 for a double room for two and includes breakfast. The New Year’s Eve three course buffet (K120 for adults and K60 for kids) starts at 19:00 hours and includes live band entertainment. 23.30 onwards is the new year countdown with DJ, until 3am. Find out more about Palmwood Lodge. You’ll need to book your preferred package and accommodation in advance. Send an enquiry or call 0953 634882

• Foxdale Court Premium offers a free venue for your party!

  Foxdale Court is offering a free venue for hosting Birthday, Christmas, New Year’s Cocktails, Farewell parties, or any party you like! The free venue can be the Sky Bar, The Green Shop, Zest Cafe or Nonna’s Pizzeria and it comes with use of PA system. Enquire with Foxdale Court for more information.

• Selection of great offers at Foxdale Court Premium stores

  Perfectly timed for Christmas, until 31 December, there’s a whole heap of coupon discounts available from Foxdale Court stores, like a free ring with purchases over K300 from Vala, a free portion of chips with every burger from Zest Cafe, and free blood pressure and check-up from Gracechem Pharmacies. Go to the Foxdale Court Facebook page to print out your coupons.

• Voyagers Zambia Premium offer Ndole Bay Free Christmas and New Year packages

  Enjoy a double deluxe beach-front suite ideal for two couples or a family. Two rooms share a central lounge and outdoor veranda opening directly onto the beach. Stay from 24 to 28 December for $2,975, or 28 December to 2 January for $3,575. This package includes return transfers from Mpulungu to Ndole Bay Lodge, all meals and accommodation, special Christmas lunch or New Year’s Eve theme party and dinner, one adventure snorkel trip. one sunset dhow cruise, laundry, kayaks and snorkel equipment. The package is for four adults, though discounts are available for children under 12. The package excludes bar, excursions, tips and any additional transport. Find out more via the Voyager’s enquiry form or email tours@voyagerszambia.com

• South Luangwa Resident Getaway Package from Quiz Bee Car Hire and Travel Premium

  The package price is $650 per person sharing. It includes Lusaka – Mfuwe – Lusaka flights and two nights’ accommodation at any participating lodge. Rate includes airport transfers to and from the lodge, all meals, two activities per day, laundry service, and Luangwa Conservation and Community levy. Rate excludes bar and park fees. Participating lodges include Mushroom Presidential Lodge Free, Mfuwe LodgeFree, Kafunta River Lodge Free, Nkwali Camp Free, Chichele Presidential Lodge Free, Flatdogs Camp Free, Kapani Lodge Free and Luangwa River Lodge. Find out more from Quiz Bee and enquire direct.

• ‘Book now and save your Kwacha’ offer by KaingU Safari Lodge Premium

  Book now for K1,990 per person per night and stay at KaingU in November or December (up to 18 December). Stay three nights and pay K1,750 per person per night. KaingU Safari Lodge is in Kafue National Park and is 4½ hours drive from Lusaka. Enjoy boat cruises, game drives, fishing, nature walks, canoeing, delicious food and attentive service. For more details contact lodgemanager@kaingu-lodge.com.

• Potato Bush Camp Free December special

  Stay at Potato Bush Camp in the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park this December for $245 per person per night. Offer prices includes activities, meals and drinks. Offer price does not include park fees, airport taxes or flights ($200 per person return). Enquire directly for more information.

• Mukambi Safari Lodge Free last minute special

  For the whole of December, Zambian residents can stay at Mukambi for $150 per person per night including meals. And if you stay for two nights you’ll get a complimentary boat cruise. Offer rate excludes park fees and bar and does not apply for long weekends and holidays. Valid only if booked 10 days in advance of traveling. Enquire directly for more information.

• Kariba Bush Club Free buy one get one free

  Until 13th December you can pay for one night accommodation and get one night free at Kariba Bush club. Restaurant open to guests and a tange of activities available. Enquire directly for more information.

• Half-price accommodation at Lake Kariba

  Get two nights’ bed and breakfast for two adults for just K800 at Lake Kariba Inns, Lake Safari Lodge and Eagles Rest. Offer valid until December 2015. Contact Karen thefagyasfamily [at] gmail.com to claim your voucher.

News

Business news and company updates from businesses in Zambia. Have some news you’d like promoted? Submit it below.

• iStore and ABB news from Cutting Edge PR Premium

  The doors are open at iStore in Lusaka’s East Park Mall. iStore is the ultimate destination to get everything Apple and with the official launch of the East Park Mall store, you’ll now be able to shop for your favourite Apple products. At the new store, you can enjoy the unique iStore experience that no other store can offer. Friendly local staff members are trained to assist you with any Apple-related queries you have. You’ll receive complimentary in-store services such as technical support, in-store product setups and training, so you can learn everything about Apple products, and get the most out of them. Customers can also try out products in store, making for a hands-on, interactive and engaging store experience.

  ABB has announced it will support the education of young Zambian engineers by providing high-tech equipment for a training substation of the School of Engineering at the University of Zambia. ABB has committed to participate in a combined project with Copperbelt Energy Corporation (CEC) Plc to support the initiative of the University of Zambia’s School of Engineering. The training substation will allow students to work on ABB equipment in their engineering lab. In addition, the program will allow every year two deserving students to receive two years’ practical experience at an ABB factory. The program will also sponsor ABB specialists to visit the University of Zambia annually to provide lectures on selected topics that will be jointly defined by ABB and the university. The topics will include among others, smart grids and solar technologies.

• Festive Wellness Challenge with Umoyo Premium

  Do you want to lose weight before the year ends or Christmas starts? Now is your chance to unlock the knowledge you need to lose weight and get fit in a supportive environment with the Umoyo Festive Wellness Challenge. You’ll get weekly classes to educate you on the best weight loss tactics, weight loss material with recipes, supportive fellow weight loss participants, free healthy refreshments and a certificate of completion! Join now by enquiring with Umoyo or calling +260 966 800600 to book your spot.

• Win with Umoyo Premium

  On Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, share or post a picture with your latest Umoyo purchase to enter a draw to stand a chance of winning a secret Santa prize pack. Draw ends 22nd December 2015. Entrants can enter multiple times i.e. buy different products and take a picture with your product(s) and share on all three platforms to win. Find out more about Umoyo here.

• Scholarship opportunity with Springfields Coaching Centre Premium

  Springfields Coaching Centre is calling for applications for their annual scholarships for GCE A Levels. The Centre provides education and advanced level courses of the University of Cambridge in a disciplined multi cultural environment. In pursuit of its policy of giving back to the community and provision of quality education, the Centre is offering advanced level scholarships for deserving candidates. Merit will be the soul criteria. To apply visit the Centre in person with a copy of your IGCSE, O Level or grade 12 results or mock results. Springfields Coaching Centre is at Plot 59/61, Independence Avenue, Lusaka. Find out more about the Centre here.

• The Wine Shop Premium opens new store

  Joining their store in Arcades Shopping Centre, the Wine Shop has now opened a brand new outlet at Embassy Park on Kafue Road. The Wine Shop is dedicated to bringing quality wines to Zambia and in educating people about wine. Find out more about The Wine Shop here.

• Tasty meats from Fringilla Farm Lodge Premium butchery

  Home of the famous Fringilla Boerewors, Fringilla now has a direct outlet in Lusaka. Stock up on top quality assorted sausages, cold meats and fresh cuts of choice beef, pork, lamb and chicken. Also on offer are juicy Christmas gammons. Find out more about Fringilla Farm Lodge here.

• Holiday residents’ raffle prize at Fringilla Farm Lodge Premium

  Guests staying at Fringilla Farm Lodge for Christmas have the chance to take part in a festive raffle. 1st prize is one night accommodation free, 2nd prize is one night accommodation half price and 3rd prize is an evening dinner buffet free. For information enquire directly and find out more about Fringilla Farm Lodge here.

• Action Auto Premium hand over the prize to the winner of the R&G Free Model Search Zambia, 2015

  General Motors South Africa, manufacturers of Chevrolet, Opel and Isuzu motor vehicles, and their authorised retailers in Zambia, Action Auto, jointly handed over a brand new Chevrolet Spark Lite Prize to Kevin Limpic, the winner of the R&G Model Search Zambia, 2015. Kevin beat other contestants and emerged winner of the model search. He won a modeling contract from BOSS Models, one of Africa’s largest modeling agencies in South Africa. This was a great day for Kevin and all who witnessed the official hand over ceremony at Action Auto. Find out more about Action Auto here.

• Kozo Salon and Day Spa Premium offer extended holiday trading hours

  From the 1st to 31st of December, Kozo will be open from 09:00 to 20:00 hours every week day and from 09:30 to 20:00 hours at weekends. Enquire with Kozo or call 0975 000 902.

• Penmarks Premium has 2016 diaries in stock

  2016 diaries are now available in A4, A5, B5, slim and pocket sizes. Colours available are black, blue, green and burgundy. All diaries have Zambian distance timetables, international air distances, national dial codes and a map of Zambia. Find out more about Penmarks, visit them on North End Cairo Road or enquire directly.

• Shakespeare College School Premium are enrolling now

  Shakespeare College would like to congratulate Yahya Motala, Faya Abba and Ammar Musa for attaining high grades in their June 2015 A level exams. Enrolment for January 2016 IGCSE grade eight and A Levels is taking place now. Mock results can be considered for provisional admissions. Opening day is 4th January 2016. Find out more, enquire directly or phone +260 211 236021.

• International School of Lusaka Premium are enrolling now

  For January 2016, ISL is welcoming applications for students in Nursery, years 1, 5, 7, 8 and 10. Limited places may be available in other years. ISL is a university preparatory school with 650 students from 55 different countries. Use their enquiry form or phone 211 250351.

• Voyagers Rentals Premium sell off fleet vehicles

  Voyager’s Rentals are selling off nearly 40 cars from their rentals fleet. Full service history is available on all vehicles. Use their enquiry form or phone 0977 200642.

• Shoebill Island Camp of Kasanka Trust Premium launches new website

  The development of Shoebill Island Camp is part of the great work Kasanka Trust is doing in the Bangweulu Wetlands. They have a brand new website which shows off this beautiful spot perfectly. Visit the website here.

• Kozo Salon and Day Spa Premium opens new manicure and pedicure section

  This creative team have recently opened a new manicure and pedicure section which can be booked exclusively. This is perfect for taking your friends along and having a glass of wine/champagne and enjoying private manicure and pedicure treatments. Booking for exclusive groups need to be made two weeks in advance. Enquire with Kozo or call 0975 000 902.

• Retail and office space to rent at Foxdale Court Premium

  94 square metres of retail space and 47 square metres of office space are available to let at Foxdale Court. Units come with air conditioning and generator.  Also available is 77 square metres of retail space with no generator provided. Onsite business amenities include Spar, Nonna’s Pizzeria, Classique Cleaners, Debonairs, Postnet and Gigibonta. Find out more via their enquiry form or phone 0973 315 185

• Take part in the Big One Sekelela – family and couples day out competition at Woodlands Shopping Mall!

  Buy anything over K100 or deposit K500 or more in any bank/store and stand the chance to win big! Write your name, mobile number and receipt number on a flyer and drop it in the boxes around Woodlands Shopping Mall. Weekly and monthly prizes are being given away until 31 December 2015. Prizes include generators, TV screens, sounds systems and cash prizes. Some of the companies sponsoring this competition are Autoworld Premium  Blue Moon Cafe Premium  O’Hagan’s Premium  Phil Opticians Premium  Umoyo Premium and Bed & Bath Premium

• Office space to rent at Sandy’s Creations Premium

  200 square metres of office space is now available for rent in 50 square metre units. The rental package includes 24 hour back-up generator, electricity costs, 24 hour security, large parking area and maintenance. Find out more via their enquiry form or email marketing@sandyscreations.net

• Win a free spa treatment (every week) from Avocado Hair and Day Spa Premium

  Every week during December 2015, Avocado Hair and Day Spa is giving away a free spa treatment to one luck winner!

  Since the beginning of October Avocado have had eight lucky winners who have enjoyed their early Christmas gifts from Avocado. Congratulations to them, and  it could be you next! Amelie Zoll – Facial; Musanje Moono – Half Body Massage; Sara Larios – Half Body Massage; Mwelwa Manda – Avocado Spa Pedicure; Theophista Mumba – Avocado Spa Manicure; Tina Chitalima – Swedish Massage; Chikwashi Mbula – Avocado Spa Pedicure; Cassidy Rhodes – Swedish Massage.

  To enter the weekly prize draw simply complete their enquiry form here with the message ‘weekly prize draw’.

• Sugarbush Cafe reopens

  Sugarbush Cafe reopened under new management on 8 November. The cafe is bringing back the popular Sunday roast lunches together with great homemade food. Opening times are Tuesday to Saturday 08:00 to 17:00 and Sunday 08:30 to 16:00 (closed on Mondays).

• David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa Free wins two awards

  This stylish lodge has once again been recognised by The World Luxury Hotel Awards and has received two awards. It has won the Best General Manager in the Country Category and is the Continent winner of Luxury Lodge Category. “We are thrilled to have received these accolades,” says Neil Bald, Managing Director of African Hotels and Adventures, “and the fact that this is the fifth consecutive year that the Lodge has received an award speaks for itself.”

Interesting articles from around the web

Articles about Zambia and Africa from around the world, focusing on the development and positive aspects of our beautiful country and continent. Know of an interesting article relevant for a Zambian audience? Submit it below.

• The Africa Investment Report 2015

  Speak to investors already on the ground in the region and two pieces of advice are nearly unanimous. The first is: identify the right local partners. The other is to invest for the long term. Read the 20 page report here.

• Rwanda’s eye-grabbing solar power facility has roots in a shared experience with Israel

  From signing to completion, 28,360 solar panels in Kigali provide 6% of Rwanda’s power. Could Zambia learn a thing or two? Read the full article here.

Featured businesses of the month

This month we are launching a brand new Events sections! Click here to find out more. So, this month we’re showcasing some of our Premium members involved in hosting, managing or organising entertaining and informative events.

Run a business in Zambia and want to be included in a list like this? Become a premium member today. Find out more.

Portico Restaurant Premium
Joined October 2009

Portico is very chic, with well-planned spaces, delightful furnishings and dramatic finishes. This is a hot spot for eating, drinking and socialising. Portico frequently hosts live music events featuring local bands. Guests can enjoy the live music, or you can retreat into more intimate and quieter spaces to enjoy a conversation, if you so wish.

The Web Premium
Joined November 2014

The Web showcases some of Zambia’s best talent as well as international celebrities. This is one of Lusaka’s finest live music venues, for people with a passion for music.

InterContinental Hotel Lusaka Premium
Joined June 2014

InterContinental Hotel offers guests an unforgettable experience with world-class service. This leading Lusaka hotel regularly hosts not-to-be-missed events and conferences in a very stylish setting.

SoundWave Zambia Premium
Joined February 2015

Provides world-class rental and hiring services and a music festival quality management service that will run your programme or event from start to finish. SoundWave provides a full stage music and lighting systems package and is one of the largest stage equipment hire companies in Zambia and Southern Africa. Services include lighting, stage, video and AV and sound hire equipment.

Zirbo Zambia Premium
Joined September 2013

A professional events management company that provides a full stage package for parties, weddings and a variety of other functions. The Zirbo package includes stages, music systems, lighting systems, aluminium trusses, generators and a sound engineer, all ensuring a smooth and successful event. The equipment is also available for hire.

Room 101 Night Club Premium
Joined March 2010

A distinctive, select and sophisticated nightclub. This nightclub attracts top DJs playing the latest in music and hosts private functions and special events with a strict door policy. Only over 25′s are allowed admission and dress code is smart and stylish.

Foxdale Court Premium
Joined August 2013

A stunning new development in the suburbs of Roma that is situated in a beautiful landscapes setting. Foxdale Court regularly hosts leading fashion, music and entertainment events that will have you going back for more.

Eight Doctors Premium
Joined September 2015

Eight Doctors holds an expo every Wednesday to showcase and demonstrate their products and services. At this expo, they provide counselling and dietary advice and teach about the eight laws of health – Godly trust, open air, daily exercise, sunshine, proper rest, lots of water, always temperate and nutrition.

Umoyo Premium
Joined February 2011

Umoyo regularly hosts events and talks to educate people on natural health and wellness topics. They offer a wide range of therapies, as well as in-depth professional health and detox programs.

Our best wishes for a productive week. Please send your up-and-coming events, offers, news, and comments to enquiries@thebestofzambia.com or fill in the form below. You can follow us on Facebook or Twitter for updates throughout the week.

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