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MTF programs  Signals Film Industry Growth

Graduates of the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) programme say it's helping drive growth and creativity in Africa's film and TV industry. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka Star, MTF 2026 cohort best student Elaine Radipodi, expressed appreciation for receiving the top award. “I feel very happy, proud and honoured,” she said. Radipodi said the achievement is expected to create new professional opportunities,...
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Bantu Batu Festival Attracts Artists With Prize Incentives

Zambian Local artists have expressed interest in joining  Bantu Batu Festival, hoping to win prizes and boost their music careers in Zambia's growing entertainment industry. The festival's third edition is set to take place from May 21 to 26, 2026, at the Zambian-Italian Cultural Centre. Bantu Batu Festival Event Director Moses Divine said the festival, organised by the Bantu Network, promotes indigenous...
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Comedians, Musicians Reject Rivalry Claims.

Zambian musicians and comedians have called for equal recognition from fans, with industry players dismissing claims of a growing rivalry between the two groups. Music producer Chanza Kasongo said in an interview that there is no serious competition between musicians and comedians, as they serve different purposes within the same entertainment industry. Kasongo explained that comedians often attract larger online audiences...
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Traditional ceremonies inspire content creators.

Multi-media personality, wedding MC, and social media influencer Emmanuel Kazungo, popularly known as Ken Dumbo, has encouraged content creators in Zambia to embrace traditional ceremonies as a source of knowledge, creativity, and authentic storytelling. Speaking in an interview with Lusaka Star, Kazungo said attending traditional ceremonies should be viewed as a personal experience rather than a selective activity. “Traditional ceremonies is...
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