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WHY IS THE NAME 'MPEZENI' A WRONG ONE?
By Gumbi Kaziguda Jele
Over the past 7 decades or so, the name 'Mpezeni' has been a popular one among the Zambian mainstream media. Most of us have grown up knowing this name as the correct name for the amaNgoni Nation's leader. But you see, the name has actually evolved over time. Depending on the early writers of Ngoni history, different versions exist of the name.

However, none of the earlier Ngoni historians ever tried to understand the meaning of this name. Worse more, no one ever thought the name was not confined to Zambia alone. Ignoring this aspect entailed people spelling the name based on how they heard the locals spell it. Over time, we got stuck with 'Mpezeni'.

When Ngonis began to write their own books, mostly after 1975, they also began this task of trying to understand the meaning of the name. And by then, 'MPEZENI' was the popular version. So they assumed the name is of Nyanja/Chewa origins and interpreted it to mean 'FIND HIM'. However, when further pressed to explain the historical root of this name which meant, 'Find Him', they rushed to refer to the 1898 British-Angoni war.

This was a big mistake! Again what was ignored was the fact that the name had been in use and even documented decades before the 1898 war. The new breed of Zambian journalists, the political face and historians still continued to use this wrong name of the Ngoni King. So what is the correct spelling and what is its historical foundation?

The correct name is in fact MPHEZENI from the verb UKUPHEZA meaning to 'leave off' or 'discontinue'. The name has its roots in the flying heir incident of 1826 when most family members of his mother were killed and their

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NOLLYWOOD MOURNS PATRICK OKOYE, POPULARLY KNOWN AS “ENERGY” 🕊️

The Nigerian movie industry is mourning the passing of veteran Nollywood actor and lecturer Patrick Okoye, famously known by his nickname “Energy.”

According to a statement released by the Department of Theatre and Film Studies at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, the respected actor and academic passed away in the early hours of Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Patrick “Energy” Okoye was celebrated for his outstanding contribution to Nollywood , his passion for teaching , and his dedication to mentoring young talents in theatre and film studies.

His passing has left colleagues, students, friends, and the entertainment industry deeply saddened, as many remember him for his vibrant personality, creativity, and impact on the growth of the Nigerian film industry. 🇳🇬

🕊️ May his soul rest in eternal peace.

Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha says government hopes the court hearing in South Africa tomorrow will help fulfil former President Edgar Lungu’s wish to be buried in Zambia, as reflected in court records, reports Hot Fm.

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📷 President Hakainde Hichilema with the First Lady

CHRISTOPHER “KATONGO” KATONGO = THE CAPTAIN WHO MADE HISTORY 👑🇿🇲

Zambia, say his name and feel the goosebumps: CHRISTOPHER KATONGO.

He wasn’t just our captain. He was our leader, our warrior, the man who walked us to destiny and delivered Zambia’s FIRST EVER Africa Cup of Nations title in 2012 🏆

Why Katongo is forever immortal in Zambian football:

The Captain Who Carried a Nation 💪
After the 1993 Gabon tragedy, Zambia waited 19 years for glory. Katongo stepped up and carried that weight on his shoulders. He led from the front with goals, grit, and that fearless captain’s mentality. When it got tough, Katongo got going.

The Man for the Big Stage 🔥
AFCON 2012 was his tournament. Goals, assists, leadership – he did it all. In the final against Ivory Coast, he led a fearless Chipolopolo side that refused to blink. That penalty shootout win wasn’t luck. It was Katongo’s belief made real.

The Legacy That Lives On 🌟
Before Katongo, AFCON glory felt like a dream. After Katongo, it became history. Every kid who now dreams of lifting a trophy for Zambia is chasing the path he walked. He didn’t just win a cup – he gave a nation its proudest football memory.

Heart of a Lion, Soul of a Zambian ❤️
Katongo played with passion you couldn’t fake. He bled copper and green. Every sprint, every tackle, every celebration was for Zambia. That’s why “Katogo” will always mean more than a player – it means pride, sacrifice, and victory.

When the history books are written, Christopher Katongo will be on the first page. The captain who turned pain into glory. The leader who made 16 million Zambians believe.

Once a captain, always a legend.

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Long live the legend Christopher Katongo 🔥🇿🇲

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Her boyfriend said he will never leave her just because of her condition 🥺🙌🏾❤️
This is what real love looks like 🤞🏼❤️💐 Let’s give this man his flowers. In a world where many people walk away during hard times, he chose to stay, support, and stand by her side.
And honestly, this alone proves that he was never the one behind her condition as some people were claiming. Sometimes people go through serious medical conditions, and not everything is witchcraft.
True love stands firm even in the darkest moments ❤️

My daughter walking with the grandpa to church 🚶