ZedWiki Podcast

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 KanguyaZedWiki Podcast is proudly brought to you by the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia, in partnership with Chalo Chatu, Zambia's online encyclopedia.

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 KanguyaResearchers: Grace Nalungwe, James Miti (Jae Zambia)Sound Engineer: Louis Kanguya

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 JoyRecorded in Nchelenge, Luapula Province, ZambiaPresented by the Wikimedia Community User Group Zambia, in partnership with Chalo Chatu – Zambia's Online Encyclopedia.Producer: Cirillia Zangiwami KanguyaExcutive Producer: Isaac Chabota KanguyaSound Engineer: Louis Kanguya

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 UpdateTheme: Knowledge Without Borders

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 BordersWhen information is preserved, shared, and applied it becomes innovation.Links:Today In HistoryMy Town, Your Town, My TownNew Tech and Tools UpdateMusic:Lose Control (Let Me Down) – Single by Keri Hilson featuring NellyBust It Baby (Part 2) – Single by Plies featuring Ne-YoIthemba Lami - Song by Platform 1Till I'm Gone – Single by Tinie Tempah featuring Wiz Khalifa