Author: James Gavin

Tithonia diversifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America but has a nearly pantropical distribution as an introduced species. Depending on the area they may be either annual or perennial. It has shown great potential in raising the soil…

The genus Clematopsis is in the family Ranunculaceae in the major group Angiosperms (Flowering plants). Two species of Clematopsis are native to Zambia. Details Designer: Gabriel Ellison Printer: Harrison & Sons Ltd, London Process: Photogravure Paper:  Watermark: None Perf: 14 x 13.5 Cylinders: 1A (Yellow), 1A (Purple), 1A (Sepia Sheet: R6 x 10 Quantity:…

Independence Stadium was opened in 1964 in Lusaka, Zambia. On midnight of 23 October 1964, the stadium was host to Independence celebrations where the green, red, orange and black flag with a fish eagle, designed by Gabriel Ellison, was hoisted at 12.01am on 24 October 1964 to the national anthem…

The State House (also known as Government House) is located in Lusaka and was opened in 1935 as the official residence of the Governor of Northern Rhodesia. The building was designed by renowned British architect Sir Walcot who famous for designing government buildings in South Africa. The building was funded…

During the Independence Ceremony in Lusaka on 24th October, 1964, the President of the Republic of Zambia, Dr. Kuanda, said: “The task before us in building our new nation is formidable and I shall need the support of you, the people of Zambia, if I am to succeed.” The People…