"Nkwazi Unfiltered" is a podcast series produced by Nkwazi Magazine that features candid conversations with influential figures in Zambia, including both well-established leaders and emerging talents. Each episode delves into the personal and professional journeys of these individuals, offering listeners unfiltered insights into their experiences, challenges, and successes. The podcast aims to inspire and inform by showcasing diverse perspectives from various sectors within Zambia.
47: Episode 47: Betty Chilunga: Her Fight For Independence
On this Independence Special, Betty Chilunga joins Nkwazi Unfiltered to share her story as a freedom fighter during Zambia’s struggle for independence. She takes us back to her early years, like at Chipembi Girls’ School, where her interactions with politically active families helped shape her understanding of colonial rule and racial inequality.
She recounts how her home in Zambezi became a meeting place for freedom fighters, how she stood guard outside with her baby on her back and how she used coded knocks to warn those inside of approaching danger.
Mama Betty also speaks about mobilising women through the Balovale Welfare Society and local women’s clubs and her role during the Cha-Cha-Cha campaign.
Listen to to the full conversation as Betty Chilunga now.
15 Oct 2026
46: Episode 46: Victor Simukonda: What Zambia's History Missed
Lieutenant Colonel Victor Simukonda, better known as Victor Simz or The Z Historian, is on a mission to uncover the parts of Zambia’s history that many of us never got to learn about.
On this week’s episode of Nkwazi Unfiltered, Victor sits down for a conversation about his journey into history, what inspired him to create The Z Historian, and the stories behind some of his most notable work, including the Mailoni Brothers and Zambia’s military history.
He also shares his thoughts on Zambia’s independence, the history we may have overlooked, preserving African knowledge, and how AI could change the way we document and understand our past.
How much of Zambia’s history do we really know? And what stories are still waiting to be told?
Listen to the full conversation now.
2 Oct 2026
45: Episode 45: Thabo Kaamba: See Me Differently
Thabo Kaamba started acting at just eight years old, but it was her role as young Joseph in Can You See Us? that brought her story to a much wider audience. The film went on to become the first Zambian feature film released on Netflix.
On this week’s episode of Nkwazi Unfiltered, Thabo sits down for a conversation about growing up with albinism, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the experiences that have shaped how she sees herself.
She also opens up about her journey in acting, future roles she would like to play, stepping into advocacy, the impact of Can You See Us?, and what she hopes people understand about living with albinism.
Who has been a guest on Nkwazi Unfiltered
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Dr Kunda Phiri
Sampa the Great
Fisho Mwale
Naomi Pilula
Dr Aaron Mujajati
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
173,003
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Spotify
5.0 / 5
2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100
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Social presence
0
YouTube
86
Engagement
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