A Zambian Deported from Uk

ZAMBIAN IIlegal worker at Nandos restaurant is deported
A ZAMBIAN man has been removed from the UK after being found working illegally at a restaurant in West London.Nandos could face a civil penalty fine of up to £10,000 for employing the man.Immigration officers from the UK Border Agency visited the restaurant at about midday on Saturday, February 28.They checked the immigration status of staff and found that a 26-year-old man from Zambia, who was working in the kitchen, had stayed in the UK illegally after his visitor’s visa had expired.The man was arrested and taken overnight to the police station before being removed from the UK on Sunday.
ID cards for foreign nationals are being introduced which will help protect against identity fraud and illegal working. UKZAMBIANS will not mention the name of the man for issues to do with his personal privacy. by our staffer bob

ZAMBIAN BRITISH MILLIONAIRE

Caroline Marsh is one of Britain's leading female property investors and an inspiration to thousands. In Autumn 2008 Caroline was catapulted into the media limelight, when she was featured on prime-time Channel 4 television as a philanthropic 'Secret Millionaire'.
Flying High: Caroline's Early Days

I was born in Lusaka, Zambia's capital city, in 1976 and had a privileged and happy childhood growing up there. We lived in a nice house, my three brothers and I went to good schools, and our family enjoyed life at the higher end of the local society.

I remember seeing an advertisement on television for British Airways when I was about ten years old and, like many other girls at that age, I was instantly completely enraptured by the dream of living the glamorous life of airline cabin crew, travelling the world.
But then when I was 13, my father died and it was like my world had fallen apart. Our family had lost not only a husband and father, but also its main breadwinner and my own utter inspiration.

My mother was working as an accountant, so we weren’t on the streets, but the fact that our income was suddenly slashed meant we had to move house and move schools, all luxuries were cut off, and life became something of a struggle for us all.
I left school at the age of seventeen, trained to become a travel consultant and worked in a travel agency for a year, until I found out one day that the airline Zambian Express was recruiting for crew. I got all ready for the interview but felt totally deflated when I arrived and found out I was one of five thousand people applying for just ten positions! I knew this was my big chance, though, so was determined to do my very best, and it paid off because I was selected! The next three years was like a dream, flying throughout Africa initially and then when the company went intercontinental, taking trips to Europe. I was seeing new places, meeting new people and was finally able to help support my family....I thought life couldn’t get much better, but suddenly the company went into liquidation.

At that point, everything for me hung on getting my last redundancy cheque, so when the liquidators dragged their feet, I decided to go to their offices and demand to see the person in charge! It took me a while, but I finally got in to see the senior liquidation handler and clearly made an impression because he personally delivered my cheque that evening to the pub I was then managing. Not only that, but he asked me out to dinner, we started to date, and two years later on a holiday in Capetown, Michael the liquidator proposed to me!

We got married in Zambia in 2001, then in 2002 moved back to Michael’s hometown of Swindon with his two young sons, mainly to take advantage of the better opportunities available in the UK. Michael continued to work as an accountant, and I became an administrator and promoter for a marketing company, before going self-employed a year later and movng on to promoting everything and anything, from cars to cereal bars. Michael also went self employed and set up his own accountancy business, and our happy family was completed in 2005 when our son Ashley was born, a new brother for my two step-sons.
My Property Investment Journey with the Platinum Partners Group…

In 2006, Michael and I went to the Business Achievers Conference in Alicante, and because we had inherited a few properties, we were keen to listen to a presentation about property investing. Our portfolio was giving us quite a poor return, with some properties actually in negative cash flow, so when I heard Steve Bolton speak about his business model, the systems he had in place and the high returns he was achieving as a result, I knew I needed to speak to him as quickly as possible! I wanted to be actively involved in building my portfolio, so agreed a mentoring programme with Steve, focusing on a cash positive strategy of investing in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).

In March 20o7 Steve came to Swindon to work with me and after and after the end of the second day of being mentored by him, I was sale agreed on 2 properties which would both give fantastic returns exceeding my expectations! That was the beginning of my success in business, and thanks to the business model, I was left with a system and support network that enabled me to acquire 4 more properties by December 2007, something I'd never imagined I'd do.

I realised that if I was going to continue to invest aggressively and creatively I needed some long term support, so thank God, that was right at the time that Platinum Property Partners was formed, and I was immediately signed up as a foundation Franchise Partner. As well as getting the business support in expanding my UK portfolio, I can also take advantage of great capital return opportunities overseas.

In October 2007, Michael and I bought an apartment in Bucharest, Romania, which offers an exceptional return on investment and will bring us a good cashflow boost at a time when the UK market is not appreciating. My goal is to have purchased four more HMO’s, four below market value properties and invested in more international deals by March 2009.

Every two months I and the other PPP franchise partners come together for workshops, which is like the best networking club I could imagine. I really feel like I'm operating with the best systems and strategies, thanks to these regular information injections on where the market is, creative financing, working with Passive Investors, BMV deals, Land and Development and international investments.

I don't have to worry about changes in the market, because I know PPP will always be there with the best solutions.
Early on I realised that in order to be a successful business owner I needed to understand business fundamentals would probably benefit greatly from paying some attention to my personal development.

I started to read and listen to motivational speakers - teachers such as Robert Kiyosaki, Brian Tracy, Tim Redmond, Brian Klemmer and Mike Murdock - just to help me think differently and get different results. Even over a short period of time, this has certainly helped me have higher expectations in running my business and reassured me that I can and will achieve my goals!
I am proud to be a part of an organisation that has not only helped me set up a successful business, but that also wants to make a difference in people's lives and truly enable all Franchise Partners to be more, do more, have more and give more. UK ZAMBIANS.COM

SLAP D's NIDINIZE DINIZE HTS AIR WAVES

mampi one of zambia's talented female artiste

local hip hop star Slap D aka Mwila Musonda has released a single dubbed nidinize which features little known Lloyd believed to in First year at the university of Zambia.Mwila who recently parted compay with Digital X studios says he believes the forth coming album will be a force rekon with.

The upcoming twelve track album has been recorded at his studio calld the XYZ Entertainment.Others featuerd on the album include Kwaito star Kabelo,tee grin from Malawi and highly talented upcoming singer Pjay

However in a related devevelopment ENTERTAINMENT ZED CREW understands that Tommy D and Mampi have been signed at DIgital X Studios,Last year the same studio produced Slap d's disposable track believed to be dissing Mampi and the two artist are NOT in good books at all

UNZA RADIO DEE JAYS

WEBBY

DARKCHILD,JAYT(in black) & ELASTUS

ZAMBIAN MUSIC REVIEW FOR THE YEAR 2008

The `year 2008 was yet another milestone in the development of Zambian music. We saw the release of many albums and we all admit there has been an improvement in the quality of the productions. Notable ones where among others trilogy by general ozzy, bobojani from Petersen ,Ngauleya from john Chiti,OC’s my name is OC,Runnel’s Panado and Ruff kid’s among others.Other interesting moments for the year were the releases of many singles who came on the scene like Shyman’s fendela fenduze ,boyd baize,and other contributions from the Digital X compilation.Therefore we will review the contribution of Recording Studios for the year.To begin with:

ROMA SIDE STUDIOS
the studios owned by producer TK,trevor Siyanda were able to produce The Third’s album called Charger.The album performed not the the expectations of the fans.Only two tracks received massive air play,these being Charger and Love madness.

Hamooba from the ex namanje fame also released a promo under Roma Side.the tracks chalo and naiwe wre general above average but lots of hardwork is needed from the young talented artiste.self proclaimed King of the dance hall Kayombo dropped his debut album and there were hits like Chindonga,peoples favorite just among others.Jonto was not left out of the system as he unleashed As a jonto.

CRYSTAL STUDIOS
To many this was one of the best studios of the year. Artistes under this studio include OC from the wache wasimbe fame, Tolo from the sweetie Olga family and Rackerman and not forgetting the smooth sounds of one john Chiti.The producers include Jerry fingers and Sebastian Mutale.The most impressive albums from this joint are undoubtedly john chiti and Oc.To many others are just average albums.
john chiti one of the music revelation of the year
BENBLAZER STUDIOS
AH what a year he has had. Owned by ben from the copperbelt particularly kitwe.Ben has established himself fro little known to a big Producer of his time. He stared with the likes of Ephraim, Unique and now He has managed to produce big guns like Petersen,Ozzy,JK Shyman just to mention a few. To the author he is the Producer of the year.

DIGITAL X
Well this studio has the cream of young and talented artiste like Ruff kid, Slap D,damiano,pjay,massy,bels,Sutu,Makarina.Owned by one Gibson a grandaunt from UNZA. The main producer is Raydo.The studio was able to release ruff kids album & a compilation which featured artiste on the label.These were successful albums and they managed to entertain their faithful without fail.2008 was a great year for this studios situated in Olympia park. Major setbacks was the news that Slap D had left digital x after a bust up with Producer Raydo.Slap D has confirmed he is in the studios working on his second project, but not under Digital X,but XYZ studio that he owns.
More reviews will be following up soon.by entertainmentzambia staffer

RUFF KID RUMOURED DEAD

Is it true that Ruff-Kid is dead?" is the short but heavy question that kept the Muvi TV reception phone ringing when word circulated that the XYZ member had pushed up the daisies. Most Zambian music enthusiasts based in Lusaka went into a state of shock when they heard the rumour. The story all started when Muvi TV played the artist's brand new gospel music video where he is asking for God's mercy following his controversial track “Chikalalila” where he brings out the alleged skeletons in the closets of some top dogs in the industry.In the song, Ruff is asking GOD to bless him because he had lost all his friends in the industry following the release of his hit controversial track and revealing that the only people he has remained with are his click the XYZ and label Digital-X. Content brought out in the track coupled with the words written at the end of the video "In memory of Ruff-Kid" make every one conclude that the diminutive brother is gone.

Many people just wanted it to be a dream even the artists whose crews physically lynched him because of what they termed personal attacks had a heart to stomach the loss, happily the brother is still alive and kicking and enjoying his skirt chasing games. The controversy all started when Ruff-kid dropped Chikalalila a hit party track which brought out alleged scandals in that his seniors in the industry had been involved in, most if not all the big guns where touched in one way or the other a situation which vexed them.

Despite the artists being cross with him, Ruff-Kid still maintained his stance that he was only trying to praise them in a manner that they have never been praised before. Others who felt aggrieved enough where allegedly reported to have sent their henchmen to physically inflict pain on him, well he says they managed and he sustained some serious wounds on the lips hence getting a police medical report and warrant for their arrest but could not just stand the pleasure of seeing them get in the chucks.Muvi tv

Zambian woman DJ takes Gabs by storm

Mariah Kasalaba, a young Zambian woman DJ based in Gaborone, is making waves in what is a traditionally a male-dominated sector. Indeed dynamite, as they say, comes in small packages and the tiny DJ is no exception.


Kasalaba is one of the few women nightclub DJs in the country. Popularly known as DJ Crush, Kasalaba presents Africa Nite at the Shebeen nightclub on Sundays. The event was launched two weeks ago. As a result, revellers will every Sunday find DJ Crush at the club doing her own thing. DJ Crush's programme features African music. "I play African music from the North to the South, East to the West including Zambian, Botswana, Nigerian and Kenyan music," she says, adding that she has been warmly received since she came to this country last year.

Working in this country has been a wonderful experience for her. She says what makes her job easier is that the people in Botswana love clubbing. They also go for a variety of music. "It has been nice because the people are enjoying the music that I am playing," she says.

DJ Crush has also realised that there is no gender discrimination in the industry. She says people appreciate her as a woman DJ.

"I have enjoyed my stay in Botswana. People are friendly. I have also learnt Setswana," she says.

DJ Crush started working at GrandWest nightclub in Gaborone West and later moved to Club Havanna, which has been renamed the Shebeen.

DJ Crush was born in the Zambian capital, Lusaka where she spent most of her childhood. When she was young she spent seven years in the United States where her father was working for the diplomatic service. But later the family moved back to Lusaka where DJ Crush continued with her education.

After she completed high school, he attended a computer course and later completed a diploma in law. Currently, she is studying for a degree in law through correspondence.

DJ Crush started as a radio presenter in Lusaka when she joined 5FM radio. The radio station is just like GabzFM, which target mature adults.

When she was working for the radio station, she used to play "oldies" and contemporary music. She also presented the rhumba session.

During the programme, listeners would call to request for a particular song and she would comply. It was radio, which exposed her to the world of entertainment.

DJ Crush still cherishes working for radio.She made a career move when she joined another Zambian radio station, Phoenix. But this was the radio station where she really had a good time.

"Working for Phoenix was the best time for me as a radio DJ," she says, adding that Phoenix is the biggest privately owned radio station.

Working for Phoenix was her greatest achievement because she was exposed to a much wider listenership. "I really grew as a radio presenter," she says.

After Phoenix, DJ Crush worked as a solo artist. She has already recorded one song. However, she does not talk about any ambitions to pursue her singing career.

Although she is working in a nightclub, DJ Crush does not indulge alcohol. Neither does she smoke. But DJ Crush does not mind her working environment because at the end of the day her job is to make people happy. DJ Crush is also regular churchgoer.

She is the fifth born in a family of seven. She is also a proud mother of one year-and-six-months-old son. Actually she describes herself as "a mother, DJ and student".

So do not be surprised when the ambitious young woman DJ becomes a lawyer some day because her philosophy is that "everything is possible as long as one is determined". For her, the sky is the limit.