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Spotting counterfeit Zambian Kwacha in real world transactionsAustralians occasionally encounter currencies far from home, and the Zambian Kwacha is one that shows up in unexpected places. Diaspora remittances, copper…
How pets can support mental health in urban ZambiaLife in a busy city can make emotional wellbeing harder to protect. Traffic, financial pressure, demanding work, crowded housing and uncertainty about the…
How to handle the emotional challenge of leaving a secure jobQuitting a secure job to start a business can feel exciting, frightening and strangely personal at the same time. A regular salary provides more than income.…
Buying A Used Solar Panel From A Local VendorA second-hand solar panel can be a practical way to repair an existing rooftop system, build a small off-grid setup, or experiment with solar power without…
How to Build a Debt Repayment Plan With the Snowball MethodDebt can feel difficult to control when several balances compete for the same income. A mobile loan may be due before payday, a shop account may carry fees,…
Why payday loans can worsen an emergency medical billA sudden medical expense can make a payday loan look like the fastest solution. An urgent dental procedure, an unexpected ambulance trip, prescription costs,…
How to Apply for a Zambian Passport: Steps, Costs, and Common DelaysA Zambian passport is issued by the Department of National Registration, Passport and Citizenship (DNRPC). Applications generally involve preparing supporting…
The true cost of running a diesel generator versus solar power at homeA generator can look like the cheapest way to protect a home from blackouts. The purchase price is visible, it can be switched on quickly, and a portable…
How to Recognise Anxiety In Your Child And When To Seek HelpChildren can feel worried, nervous or unsettled when life changes. Starting school, moving house, friendship problems, family conflict, illness and frightening…
What to Do When Your Small Business Faces a Cash Flow CrunchA cash flow crunch happens when money leaving a business arrives sooner than money coming in. A business can be profitable on paper and still struggle to pay…