ZedWiki Podcast

About ZedWiki Podcast

The ZedWiki Podcast is a monthly show produced by the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia in partnership with Chalo Chatu, a Zambian encyclopedia. It’s about sharing and preserving our history, culture, traditions, football, arts, and community stories — while connecting Zambia to the world through open knowledge platforms like Wikipedia. Host by Joy Chikonde aka Shah In simple terms: It’s where Zambia’s knowledge meets the world.

Publisher

Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Oct 2025

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

13 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast S2E10: Every Stone Has a Story – Part Two

   It’s October, and Wiki Loves Monuments 2026 has officially started in Zambia! In Part Two of Every Stone Has a Story, Joy takes us from the history of Zambia's independence to the strange corners of Wikipedia, the story of Kenneth Kaunda, and the Soli heritage of Chongwe. We and the team visit Chinyunyu Hot Springs, a national monument where the story isn't found in an old stone or building, but in the water, the place, the people and the memories connected to it. In this episode, we also explore: 📜 Today in History — October in Zambian history and some important events from around the world. 🤯 Weird Finds of Wikipedia — Phantom Time, the Pig War, Nils Olav the penguin general, and the bizarre world of ferret-legging. 🇿🇲 Article Spotlight — Kenneth Kaunda, Zambia's first president, and his place in the story of the country's independence. 🏘️ My Town, Your Town, Our Town — Chongwe, the Soli people, Chakwela Makumbi, agriculture, the Chongwe River and the road towards the Lower Zambezi. ♨️ Monument Spotlight — Chinyunyu Hot Springs and the stories surrounding this national heritage site. 📸 Wiki Loves Monuments Zambia 2026 — Find out how you can photograph and document Zambia's heritage from 1–31 October 2026. 📰 Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools — The latest news, community events and technology updates from across the Wikimedia movement, including WikiParliament Zambia 2026. From Ing’ombe Ilede to Chinyunyu, from history books to Wikipedia, one thing keeps coming back: Every stone has a story. And sometimes, the story is in the water. 🎙️ Host: Joy Chikonde ✍️ Writer & Producer: Isaac Kanguya 🔎 Researchers: Grace Nalungwe, James Miti (Jae Zambia) 🎚️ Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya ZedWiki Podcast is proudly brought to you by the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia, in partnership with Chalo Chatu, Zambia's online encyclopedia.

2. 

   1 Sept 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast S2E8 - Every Stone Has a Story

   It’s September, and Wiki Loves Monuments is here! 🇿🇲 Join Joy as we explore the stories behind Zambia’s monuments, from Siavonga and Ing’ombe Ilede to the history of the Tumbuka–Ngoni War, weird corners of Wikipedia, and the latest Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools. Because every monument holds a story — and every story deserves to be remembered. Host: Joy Chikonde Writer & Producer: Isaac Kanguya Researchers: Grace Nalungwe, James Miti (Jae Zambia) Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya

3. 

   1 Aug 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E8: The Road Ahead

   The Road Ahead marks the next chapter in the ZedWiki Podcast's Knowledge Without Borders journey. Broadcasting from Nchelenge on the shores of Lake Mweru, Joy explores how history, culture, and free knowledge shape the future. Along the way, we travel through Today in History, uncover fascinating stories in Weird Finds of Wikipedia, visit the Slave Tree in our Article Spotlight, discover the rich heritage of Nchelenge in My Town, Your Town, Our Town, and bring you the latest Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools updates. From local stories to global conversations, this episode asks one important question: What is the road ahead for free knowledge? Hosted by Joy Recorded in Nchelenge, Luapula Province, Zambia Presented by the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia, in partnership with Chalo Chatu – Zambia's Online Encyclopedia. Producer: Cirillia Zangiwami Kanguya Excutive Producer: Isaac Chabota Kanguya Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya

4. 

   1 Jul 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E7: Liberté, Équité, Fiabilité (Freedom, Equity, Reliability)

   This month, the Joy and the team travels to the Land of Pineapples, where one of Africa's greatest journeys begins, to explore how knowledge, like nature, starts small and flows beyond borders. As Wikimania 2026 approaches, we celebrate this year's theme, Liberté, Équité, Fiabilité (Freedom, Equity, Reliability), with a special segment dedicated to the global Wikimedia movement confrence. Join us as we uncover fascinating moments from history, explore some of Wikipedia's weirdest and most surprising articles, spotlight one of Zambia's most important archaeological discoveries, tour a remarkable corner of the country in My Town, Your Town, Our Town, and bring you the latest Wikimedia news, technology, and tools. From local stories to global conversations, discover how free knowledge connects people, cultures, and generations. Featured segments: • Today in History • Weird Finds of Wikipedia • Article Spotlight • Wikimania 2026 Special • My Town, Your Town, Our Town • Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools Update Theme: Knowledge Without Borders

5. 

   1 Jun 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E6: From Information to Innovation

   This month, Joy broadcasts from Nakonde, Zambia's northern gateway, exploring how knowledge travels across borders and transforms societies. From historic moments on June 1 and the Lusaka Manifesto to Nakonde's rich heritage and the latest Wikimedia tech updates, discover why ideas remain humanity's most powerful export. Theme: Knowledge Without Borders When information is preserved, shared, and applied it becomes innovation. Links: Today In History (Wikipedia:Selected anniversaries/June) My Town, Your Town, My Town (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nakonde) New Tech and Tools Update (https://diff.wikimedia.org/) Music: Lose Control (Let Me Down) – Single by Keri Hilson (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keri_Hilson) featuring Nelly (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nelly) Bust It Baby (Part 2) – Single (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Single_(music)) by Plies (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plies_(rapper)) featuring Ne-Yo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ne-Yo) Ithemba Lami - Song by Platform 1 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Platform_One_(band)) Till I'm Gone – Single (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Single_(music)) by Tinie Tempah (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tinie_Tempah) featuring Wiz Khalifa (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wiz_Khalifa)

6. 

   1 May 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E5: Navigating the Digital Age of Information

   From Labour Day history to the digital frontlines of open knowledge, ZedWiki Podcast Season 2 Episode 5 takes you on a powerful journey through time, culture, and information. This episode explores major events from May 1st across history, the rise of labour movements, the legacy of Zambia’s second president Frederick Chiluba, and the living cultural heritage of Mongu in Western Zambia. We also return with fan-favorite segment Weird Finds of Wikipedia, uncovering some of the internet’s most bizarre yet true stories—from dancing plagues to impossible appetites. Plus, get the latest Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools updates, including the future of digital knowledge, Wikipedia innovation, and Chalo Chatu’s growing role in preserving Zambian heritage online. 🌍 Theme: Knowledge Without Borders📚 History. Culture. Labour. Digital Truth. Join Joy on the mic as ZedWiki continues connecting Zambia ku Chalo one story at a time. Links: Today in History: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/May_1 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/May_1 ) Article Spotlight: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Chiluba (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Chiluba) My Town: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mongu (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mongu)

7. 

   1 Apr 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E4: Why Knowing Your History Is Important

   What does history really mean… and why should we care? In this episode of the ZedWiki Podcast, Joy takes you on a journey across time — from global events that happened on April 1st, to the powerful and often overlooked story of Chuma and Susi, the men who preserved the legacy of David Livingstone. We then bring it closer to home in our “My Town” segment, exploring Kitwe — the heart of the Copperbelt — its mining roots, vibrant culture, and the legacy behind Nkana Football Club, the famous “Red Devils.” Plus, we introduce a brand new segment: “Weird Finds of Wikipedia” — where curiosity takes over and things get a little unexpected. To wrap it all up, we dive into the latest Wikimedia News, Tech & Tools updates — showing how you can be part of preserving knowledge in the digital age. This episode is all about one powerful idea: History is not just the past — it’s our identity, our story, and our future. Links:Today in History (April 1 Events) (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/April_1) April Fools’ Day → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_Fools%27_Day (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/April_Fools%27_Day) Iranian Islamic Republic Day → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_Islamic_Republic_Day (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_Islamic_Republic_Day) Niels Ebbesen → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niels_Ebbesen (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niels_Ebbesen) Royal Air Force → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Air_Force (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Air_Force) Hainan Island Incident (2001 collision) → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hainan_Island_incident (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hainan_Island_incident) Weird Finds of Wikipedia (Your New Segment) Immortal Jellyfish → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turritopsis_dohrnii (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turritopsis_dohrnii) Busby Stoop Chair → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busby_Stoop_Chair (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busby_Stoop_Chair) Great Emu War → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emu_War (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emu_War)Core Articles (Your Main Story Segments) Chuma and Susi → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuma_and_Susi (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuma_and_Susi) and on Chalo Chatu https://www.chalochatu.org/Chuma_and_Susi (https://www.chalochatu.org/Chuma_and_Susi) Kitwe → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitwe (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitwe) Nkana Football Club → https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nkana_F.C.

8. 

   10 Mar 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast – S2, E3: What Makes Us Stand Out

   In this episode of the ZedWiki Podcast, Joy takes listeners on a journey through history, culture, and open knowledge. We begin with Today in History, exploring notable events that happened on March 10, including the legacy of Harriet Tubman and major global milestones. Our Article Spotlight shines on the 1935 Copperbelt Strike, a significant moment in Zambia’s history that helped inspire labour movements and African nationalism. We also introduce a brand-new segment called “My Town,” where we explore the history and culture of the places we come from. In this first feature, we travel to Zambezi Town in North-Western Province, discovering its traditions, people, and fascinating landmarks. Finally, we wrap up with Wikimedia News, Tech and Tools Updates, covering Wikipedia’s 25th anniversary celebrations, new language Wikipedias, and the latest innovations shaping the Wikimedia movement. This episode highlights what makes open knowledge stand out—connecting local stories from Zambia to a global audience through platforms like Wikipedia and Chalo Chatu. Theme: Knowledge Without Borders Music: Bust It Baby (Instrumental) — Plies Lose Control (Instrumental) — Keri Hilson ft. Nelly Links: Article Spotlight: 1935 Copperbelt strike (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1935_Copperbelt_strike) Wikimedia News: Wikimedia Diff Blog (https://diff.wikimedia.org/) Today in History: March 10 Anniversaries (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/March_10) Production Team: Producer: Isaac Chabota Kanguya (User:Icem4k) Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya (User:Revention24) Writer: Isaac Chabota Kanguya and Grace Nalungwe (User:ChaloNiZambia) Host: Joy Chikonde

9. 

   1 Feb 2026

   ZedWiki Podcast:Celebrating Zambian Heritage and Culture

   Join Joy Chikonde on this special episode of the ZedWiki Podcast as we explore Zambian heritage, culture, and the power of knowledge sharing. We kick off with Today in History for February 1st, from Imbolc and National Freedom Day to Black History Month, and reflect on how history is shaped and preserved. In our Article Spotlight, we dive into the Nc’wala Ceremony of the Ngoni people—its rituals, drumming, and cultural significance—as documented on Chalo Chatu. Our Wikimedia Tech & Tools Update covers Wikipedia’s 25th anniversary, AI partnerships, infrastructure improvements, and global traffic insights—showing how Wikimedia continues to make knowledge open, accessible, and sustainable for everyone, everywhere. 🎉 Plus, Wiki Loves Folklore 2026 has officially started! From February 1st to March 31st, everyone is invited to take part by uploading photos, writing articles, or sharing videos that highlight Zambian culture and heritage. Produced by Isaac (User: Icem4k) and engineered by Louis (User: Revention24), Host: Joy Chikonde, this episode celebrates Knowledge Without Borders and the stories that connect communities locally and globally. Listen, learn, and contribute to preserving Zambia’s rich cultural legacy. Music: Bust It Baby (Instrumental) — Plies Lose Control (Instrumental) — Keri Hilson ft. Nelly Links: Nc'wala Ceremony http://www.chalochatu.org/Nc%27wala_CeremonyWikimedia Community User Group Zambia https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Community_User_Group_Zambia Wikimedia News: Diff (https://diff.wikimedia.org/) | Meta-Wiki (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page) Today in History: February 1 Anniversaries (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/February_1)

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    1 Jan 2026

    ZedWiki Podcast, Wikipedia @ 25: History, Heritage, and Knowledge Without Borders

    Welcome to the Season Two premiere of the ZedWiki Podcast. This season, we go beyond the edit button to explore the intersection of history, heritage, and the digital documenting of Zambia. Today in History: We journey back to January 1, exploring independence milestones and public domain transitions that have shaped our global and local records. Wikipedia @ 25: A reflection on two and a half decades of a global experiment. We discuss how Wikipedia became humanity’s most powerful knowledge platform and its specific impact on the Zambian community. Heritage Spotlight – Mosi-oa-Tunya: We dive into the documentation of Victoria Falls. Connecting oral history with digital archives, we discuss why preserving Zambia’s stories through Wikipedia and Chalo Chatu is vital for our cultural memory. Wikimedia News (Tech & Tools): An update on movement governance, emerging technologies, and a look ahead at Wikimedia Zambia’s 2026 roadmap, including Wiki Loves Folklore and the Knowledge Without Borders Project. Community Contributors: Paulson Tembo, Isaac Chisaka, Trust Hamuntili, James Nyemba, Abraham Kalimbwe, James Fanina, Charity Mwengu, Dora Chivwindi, Themba Mbewe, Edward Phiri, Mengo Simuziya, Levy Syanseke and Thandi Producer: Isaac C. Kanguya (User:Icem4k) Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya (User:Revention24) Writers: Edward Phiri, Isaac Kanguya Researchers: Grace Nalungwe, Jason Mulikita, Isaac C. Kanguya Host: Blueprint (AI Voice) Bust It Baby (Instrumental) — Plies Lose Control (Let Me Down) — Keri Hilson ft. Nelly Wikimedia News: Diff (https://diff.wikimedia.org/) | Meta-Wiki (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page) Today in History: January 1 Anniversaries (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/January_1) Chalo Chatu Archive: Victoria Falls / Mosi-oa-Tunya (http://www.chalochatu.org/Victoria_Falls) License: Content available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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    1 Dec 2025

    ZedWiki Podcast: Knowledge Beyond Borders

    Blueprint takes you through a high-impact episode built around the Wikimedia Knowledge Beyond Borders 2026 initiative. Every segment is anchored to the core theme — expanding Zambia’s footprint in the global free-knowledge ecosystem. This episode features a deep dive into the Zambia National Service (ZNS), updates on the Wikimedia movement — including the announcement of the Wikimania 2027 host city, governance developments, and an operational briefing on why WikiIndaba 2025 did not take place. The show closes with a forward-looking message on the strategic priorities for the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia in 2026. Production Team • Producer: Isaac C. Kanguya (User:Icem4k) • Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya (User:Revention24) • Writers: Edward Phiri, Isaac Kanguya • Researchers: Grace Nalungwe, Jason Mulikita, Isaac C. Kanguya • Host: Blueprint (ChatGPT AI Voice) Music Credits • Bust It Baby (Instrumental) — Plies • Lose Control (Let Me Down) — Keri Hilson ft. Nelly • Tinie Tempah - Till I'm Gone ft. Wiz Khalifa Sources & References Diff • Meta-Wiki • Articles for Creation • Wikipedia Admin Elections • Arbitration Committee Today in History — December 1 License Content available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Wikimedia news: https://diff.wikimedia.org/ https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:WikiProject_Articles_for_creation https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Administrator_elections/December_2025 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Arbitration_Committee https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Selected_anniversaries/December_1

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    1 Nov 2025

    ZedWiki Podcast: From First Edit to Impact

    The ZedWiki Podcast is a collaborative initiative developed by the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia, in partnership with Chalo Chatu. In this episode, host Blueprint chats with Chabota Kanguya, a dedicated Wikimedian from Zambia, about his inspiring journey in the Wikimedia movement — from his first edit to becoming one of Zambia’s most active contributors. Together, they explore how free knowledge empowers communities, highlight current Wikimedia projects, and unpack the latest global tech and tools updates from the Wikimedia Foundation. Featuring: Chabota’s personal Wikimedia story and impact Key headlines and featured article of the day Community updates and WikiIndaba 2025 preview Tech & Tools developments from September to October 2025 Stay tuned, stay curious, and stay connected with the movement shaping how Africa tells its story — one edit at a time. FEATURED ARTICLE – State House, Lusaka: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/State_House,_Lusaka (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/State_House,_Lusaka) Tech & Tools developments: 1.      https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Tech/News/2025/39 (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Tech/News/2025/39) 2.       https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Bulletin/2025/19 (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Bulletin/2025/19) 3.       https://diff.wikimedia.org/2025/09/22/tech-news-2025-week-39/ (https://diff.wikimedia.org/2025/09/22/tech-news-2025-week-39/) 4.      https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Community_Affairs_Committee/Sister_Projects_Task_Force (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Community_Affairs_Committee/Sister_Projects_Task_Force) 5.      https://wikimediafoundation.org/news/2025/10/10/wikimedia-foundation-responds-to-questions-about-how-wikipedia-works/ (https://wikimediafoundation.org/news/2025/10/10/wikimedia-foundation-responds-to-questions-about-how-wikipedia-works/) 6.      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Wikimedia_sister_projects (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Wikimedia_sister_projects) 7.      https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Tech/News/Latest (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Tech/News/Latest) 8.      https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Wikimedia_Foundation_Board_noticeboard/October_2025_update (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Talk:Wikimedia_Foundation_Board_noticeboard/October_2025_update) 9.      https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Requests_for_comment/Sister_Projects_next_steps (https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Requests_for_comment/Sister_Projects_next_steps) 10.  https://diff.wikimedia.org/2025/10/26/dont-blink-protecting-the-wikimedia-model-its-people-and-its-values-in-september-2025/ (https://diff.wikimedia.org/2025/10/26/dont-blink-protecting-the-wikimedia-model-its-people-and-its-values-in-september-2025/)

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    1 Oct 2025

    ZedWiki Podcast: Introducing Zambia’s Voice in Free Knowledge

    In this pilot episode, Blueprint introduces the ZedWiki Podcast — a monthly show sharing Zambia’s history, culture, and stories with the world through free knowledge. Our Spolight article is Embassy Park Presidential Burial Site you can read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embassy_Park_Presidential_Burial_Site (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embassy_Park_Presidential_Burial_Site)

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Spotify

4.5 / 5

2 ratings