KNOW your Roots, Grow your Purpose LINKS: Message Africana Woman with Chulu on WhatsApp. https://wa.me/message/E3N7TH7RZSS4P1 +260978470395 Website: https://www.africanawoman.com/ Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chulu_bydesign/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/africanawoman Join the Africana Woman Visionaries: https://www.facebook.com/groups/africanawomanvisionaries Africana Woman Blog: https://www.africanawoman.com/blog...
Jan 31, 2022•5 min
Is it fair for development agencies to make vulnerable communities dependent on them for help? This has been the pattern for some organisations for many years. Slowly but surely we are beginning to have a different conversation about development. In this conversation with Gertrude Kabwazi we discuss: Integrating Indigenous knowledge as a baseline for service delivery Addressing the roots of poverty Deliberately celebrating the wins and gains Gertrude Kabwazi has been promoted to Executive Direct...
Jan 29, 2022•40 min
KNOW your Roots, Grow your Purpose LINKS: Message Africana Woman with Chulu on WhatsApp. https://wa.me/message/E3N7TH7RZSS4P1 +260978470395 Website: https://www.africanawoman.com/ Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chulu_bydesign/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/africanawoman Join the Africana Woman Visionaries: https://www.facebook.com/groups/africanawomanvisionaries Africana Woman Blog: https://www.africanawoman.com/blog...
Jan 24, 2022•11 min
Set yourself up for success. Before you even make the goals and think about how to execute the big project, Dr. Fatimah is asking you, "Is the project even worth it?" Meaning are you operating on auto pilot, or are too afraid to pull the plug because the dream has changed. It could be that your dream is also too small. If you are at a crossroads right now and have an inkling that something needs to change, this episode is for you. We discuss: 1. Pivots in career and life 2. Creating a new life a...
Jan 22, 2022•53 min
So many people are preaching that Entrepreneurship is the way to and it is a glamorous way of life where you are your own boss. But is it really, is it that easy? Chulu shares her experience leaving formal employment. She reflects on the process highlighting the ups and downs. Certainly this life path is not for everyone. At least go into it with a full story. Send us your feedback on Whatsapp or tag @chulu_bydesign on Instagram KNOW your Roots, Grow your Purpose Africana Woman Retreat: https://...
Jan 18, 2022•23 min
What is the best way to introduce yourself. Let's start with your name. Many Africans agonise on whether to use their mother tongue name or their english name. This has so many implications such as whether your job application is even looked at, or whether you will be discriminated against based on Tribalism. However, an African name has power, deep meaning and symbolism. To discard the name you have been using for majority of your life just so as you can accommodate others, takes away from you ...
Dec 13, 2021•12 min
In the month of December, Chulu shall share her tools, strategies and tips on how you can become a better networker. We are taking a break from our usual format of interviews of Africana Women with this mini series. These 6-10 minute episodes will change the way you network. Anyone can be a great networker. We know this because Chulu is an introvert and yet has connections across the globe. Let's have fun this December, after all, its Christmas party season. Send us your feedback on Whatsapp or ...
Dec 06, 2021•9 min
We made it to FIFTY episodes. On average most people who start podcasts only get to 8 episodes and then they quit. So this is a big deal. Thank you to Mary, Phoebe, Tatie, Mapalo, Ruth, Hajah, and Kako for sending in voice notes to help celebrate this milestone. You can still send in your notes. Chulu talks about the journey to 50 episodes, what your top 3 episodes are and what she has learned. KNOW your Roots, Grow your Purpose LINKS: Message Africana Woman with Chulu on WhatsApp. https://wa.me...
Nov 07, 2021•40 min
Our guest Sara believes that we are living in the consequences of a wounded patriarchy. Women are socialised to believe they are lesser than. That they cannot trust themselves or their own intuition but should rely completely on external sources; be it media, search engines, experts, elders etc. Rarely do we consult our SELF. We have forgotten that our divine connection to God grants us an innate wisdom to know what is right for us as an individual being. Sara explains some steps you can take to...
Oct 23, 2021•1 hr 6 min
This is my birthday week. It has been full of adventures and lots of love. Today, I share the lessons that I have learned over this last year. I talk about the Gardens framework I use to: Prioritise what is important to me Set Goals Be able to asses which areas are thriving or struggling and be able to adjust Thank you to everyone who sent me a message and gifts. I so appreciate you. Connect with Chulu: Instagram: @Chulu_byDesigns FB: Chulu by Design LinkedIn: Chulu Chansa KNOW your Roots, Grow ...
Oct 16, 2021•38 min
Every woman needs to do a self audit on how she feels about her body. Then take it a step further and find out why you think about your body that way. What happened in the past? What was said about your body? What cemented your beliefs about your body? If any of the answers to these were negative, you have to let that go. If you don't know where to start from, Evelyn is here to help. Evelyn is the owner of Evelyn LeVasseur Fitness, a company that focuses on helping busy, overwhelmed moms reach t...
Oct 09, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Make goals. Create vision boards, they say. Many of us do this whilst getting fixated on the dream. However, many times are plans are derailed and what we thought would be just does not come to pass. Yet we do not talk about this. How do you handle the disappointment of not getting the thing you worked so hard for, for a very long time? This is a reality we all face. Mapalo shares her moment of reckoning when her dream to be a doctor fell through. Mapalo Mulenga, is a 22 year old 4th year studen...
Oct 02, 2021•42 min
Tumelo Moreri believes that if women were sexually liberated our society would flourish. We cannot have a conversation around Feminism and Emancipation of women without discussing sex, sexuality and pleasure. African women suppress their sexual desires because they have been socialised to associate sex with negativity. In addition, sexual education in African cultures focuses on pleasuring the men and women who may not even think they deserve to also enjoy the sexual encounter. This conversation...
Sep 25, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Today we the Sombo Makeover Runners Up share with us what they think about self love. Chulu also gives you a sneak peak into how the podcast is being upgraded. New Year | New Vision | New Editor | New Format Send us a voice note on Whatsapp at +260978470395 Be a guest or nominate a guest by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/Tx1pyWeC3Usv5jhS7 Please Subscribe to the podcast, Rate and Review it. This helps to get the podcast in front of more Africana Women KNOW your Roots, Grow your Purpose...
Sep 18, 2021•17 min
Africana Woman partnered with Kamanga Wear to present the Sombo Makeover, a celebration of women and a self love campaign. Our goal is to remind every woman that Self Love is your birthright. You must make it a priority and put yourself on your calendar. We gave a special woman, Ruth Amanda Kalebwe, a full makeover. Check out the Kamanga Wear or Africana Woman for her transformation. Today Chulu talks to Ruth about the Sombo experience. You will learn what Self Love means to Amanda and why she t...
Sep 11, 2021•58 min
The biggest hurdle that we must overcome as women is acknowledging that we are all that our human rights can be infringed upon no matter your status. Whether rich or poor, whether educated or not, we live in a world that works against us and has been designed for men. Zanelle and I discuss where our rights as women are infringed, how to become aware when your rights are being and ultimately what to do when you find there has been an injustice against you. Zanelle Felicia Nokhuthula Thabede-Vilak...
Sep 04, 2021•1 hr 2 min
It started with a rant to friends in a private group. Then it became a Viral Video. Followed by numerous TV interviews. All the youth were talking about it in Kenya. The call to action was a protest march. What happened next? You have to listen to hear the whole story. Juliah gives us a behind the scenes look of the people who are in the front lines of protests and activism. We discuss what the cost is for one person to fight a societal problem that affects many. Juliah Awuor is the proud mother...
Aug 28, 2021•1 hr 15 min
Zambia is known for her friendly and hospitable people. Which is ironic because as much as we are welcoming of foreigners we are not always as nice to each other. Over the last few years tribalism has reared its sinister head up more prominently within the country. This has resulted in violent altercations and unnecessary loss of life. Even in the day to day lives there are people who do not have the same access to resources, jobs and opportunities all because of the tribe they are part of. With...
Aug 21, 2021•45 min
This conversation is long overdue. Where is the support for women's rights when we need it. There are too few people that are willing to make known their opinion in the public forum. Nokwanda Dlamini, helps us dissect why some people are more willing to fight for what they believe than others. She offers practical ways that one can be an activist especially if you are not willing to go out on the streets. We also discuss why it is problematic when the majority are passive onlookers on important ...
Aug 14, 2021•45 min
As we close this series on Defining Moments, Mulenga Soko, Founder of Saucy Mukosa, shares how different moments have really prepared her for the woman she is today. From asserting her needs as a teenager to a bumpy university ride, to motherhood and discovering that what she trained for in university was not a full picture of who she is meant to be. Here's a little back story about how saucy spoon came to be. Mulenga Udie Soko is an entrepreneur, athlete and architect but her most important rol...
Aug 07, 2021•59 min
Have you ever been in a situation that you never thought would happen to you? Tubalemye, shares her story of moving to study and eventually work in a new country. How she survived Gender Based Violence. As a highly educated woman from a very stable and loving home, she did not seem like the stereotype for women who find themselves in abusive relationships. As she explains, "It can happen to anyone." The question is, how will you respond? Trigger warning: This episode has strong references to Gen...
Jul 31, 2021•1 hr 13 min
Do you remember a Defining Moment in your life that made such a huge impact on you? Keji Castano tells her story from when she was as young as 3 yet she remembers it so vividly. Her story is one of transitions which has led her to be a Transition Specialist. Keji also explains the different types of transitions you could find yourself in and why you don't want to stay in the same place when it is time to make a change. The Wealth Encourager is Keji Castano. She is a self-professed Transition Str...
Jul 24, 2021•39 min
We pick up Mehntay's story when her family had just left Guinea for Australia after 15 years of living as refugees. At this point the family had walked for two years to safety when the war initially began. Her mother was raising 6 children and then adopted 3 more children. Over the years they had lost track of Mehntay's father. The story is a story of war, displacement, life as a refugee and immigration to a new country. It is a powerful story, which is told in two parts. Mehntay Ngwayah is orig...
Jul 17, 2021•38 min
There are Defining Moments in our lives that set the trajectory for living out our purpose. For the next few weeks we will listen to such moments. For some, Purpose seems to be this mysterious undefined thing. However, what you will come to learn is that your purpose is unique to you because of your unique experiences. When you look back at your life you will understand that purpose is not something that is external. It is within you. The story you will listen to today is a story of war, displac...
Jul 10, 2021•49 min
As we wrap up this series on Bad Ass Business Women I encourage you to ask yourself: Am I choosing job security over freedom and fulfilment. Karette would tell you that the security you are holding onto so tightly is only perceived. When the job you have is actually contributing to the deterioration of your mental, emotional and physical health you might want to revisit why you are still there. Another little note is we need to break down the hierarchy of professions. We are under the impression...
Jul 03, 2021•1 hr 10 min
If you want a Masterclass on how to run a business that is heavily reliant on media, you are in for a treat. The truth is every woman in business should listen to Adelle dish advice on how to be intentional about your personal and business growth. We cover everything from work ethic, goal setting, personal branding and cyber bullying, dreaming big, discovering your identity to the results of living a life on your own terms. You cannot listen to this episode and not be changed. Being a Bad Ass Bu...
Jun 26, 2021•1 hr 16 min
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all our men listeners. This conversation has an interesting segment about the gap in the social education of young men. As women we tend to want to save the world, but we do it for free and sometimes to our own peril. However, have you ever considered that you can solve social problems and make money at the same time. That is the definition of Social Entrepreneurship. Our colonisers gave us the non-governmental organisation model and created a dependency on charity. We actu...
Jun 19, 2021•50 min
It's the 30th Episode!!! To celebrate this milestone Chulu shares a special solo episode. She tells us how she overcame trauma and began to thrive. A must listen. We are also excited to announce the launch of the new Africana Woman website. Do head over to the view all your favourite things about AW: https://www.africanawoman.com KNOW your Roots, Grow your Purpose LINKS: Socials: www.instagram.com/chulu_bydesign https://www.instagram.com/africanawoman/ www.facebook.com/chulubydesign Join the Afr...
Jun 18, 2021•38 min
Donna kicks off our Bad Ass Business Women series with a riveting story of how she rose to be a leading fashion house in Zambia. Her story is one of courage, purpose and focus on a singular goal. She has fought many criticisms and trusted herself to know what she is meant to do in life. Join us for the next couple weeks as we talk to women who have gone against the grain and built a business and life that is tailor made for them, and them only. Think about it, that could be you. Donna M'shanga i...
Jun 12, 2021•1 hr 27 min
Listen, can we stop with the Stepping? Steppin out … Step Parents … Step Children. I am a firm believer that when you bring a family together the word Step should not be in your vocabulary at all. But how about this, MEN stop with the jumping from women to women. Gosh it is tiring, do you know that? Just think about the future. Think about your children's wedding. The seating arrangement is a nightmare. Okay let's talk about your funeral, which wife will be declared...sigh I can't deal. Just sto...
May 29, 2021•1 hr
