Organisation of Zambians Living in Western Australia

23/10/2026

23/10/2026

1 DAY TO GO!!! TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🇿🇲🔥

OZALIWA FAMILY – WE ARE ON!

In just 24 HOURS, Hyde Park will turn Zambian! Zambia @ 62 is finally here!

FINAL CHECKLIST BEFORE TOMORROW 👇🏾

🪑 PICNIC CHAIRS / BLANKETS – Bring along your chairs! We want you comfortable as you enjoy the music, food and vibes.

👗 CHITENGE IS A MUST! – Tomorrow we paint Hyde Park red, green, black & orange. Rock your Chitenge, Zambia jersey, or Zambian colours with pride!

⚽ FOR THE KIDS – Dress them in field games gear! Think sneakers, shorts, t-shirts. They will be running, jumping, and playing all day!

📱 CHARGE YOUR PHONES TONIGHT! – You will want to capture EVERY moment. The laughter, the dances, the food, the family fun. Power bank if you have one!

Tomorrow, Saturday at Hyde Park, we make memories as ONE big Zambian family.

No more countdowns – see you TOMORROW!

Tiyeni ku Hyde Park!

23/10/2026

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: OUR OWN OG LEADING THE WAY! 🇿🇲🌟

OZALIWA Family, let's celebrate one of our own!

Our OG, community personality, entrepreneur and cultural preservation visionary Theresa D'Emden (All Star Healthcare) will be facilitating a powerful workshop for our CaLD business community.

She is living proof that Zambian excellence is shining in WA

> 📅 Date: Thursday, 29 October 2026
> 🕥 Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
> 📍 Location: Stirling Libraries – Mirrabooka, WA

🎟️ Book your place here:
https://events.humanitix.com/navigating-australian-business-culture-0926

As OZALIWA, we are so proud of you Theresa! Thank you for flying the Zambian flag high and giving back to the community.

Let's show up and support our sister! 🙏🏾

Learn how to navigate common Australian workplace and business practices, communicate effectively across cultures and build strong professional relationships.

22/10/2026

2 DAYS TO GO! 🇿🇲🥳

Only 2 DAYS left!

The grills are about to be fired, the sound system is about to be tested, the Chitenges are about to be ironed...

Perth, are you ready to celebrate ZAMBIA @ 62 with the OZALIWA family?!

This Saturday, we bring all the flavour, the fun, the laughter and the love of Mother Zambia to Hyde Park!

This is your last call to invite that friend you haven't invited yet. Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, bring the whole crew!

2 DAYS! Tiyeni!

22/10/2026

SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM OUR HIGH COMMISSION 🇿🇲🤝🇦🇺

We are deeply honoured!

OZALIWA has received a special message from the High Commission of the Republic of Zambia in Canberra – accredited to Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Nations, commemorating Zambia's 62nd Independence and our Family Fun Celebration happening this Saturday at Hyde Park, Perth.

We are humbled and grateful for their support as we come together as Zambians in WA to celebrate our motherland.

Thank you to Her Excellency and the High Commission for standing with the Zambian community in Perth.

Zambia @ 62 – One Zambia, One Nation, One Family!

21/10/2026

3 DAYS TO GO! 🇿🇲🔥

3 days – that's it!

In just 72 HOURS, all roads lead to Hyde Park for our OZALIWA FAMILY FUN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION – ZAMBIA @ 62!

Think music, food, kids' games, laughter, and the beautiful Zambian spirit all in one place.

Don't leave your Chitenge in the closet – bring the whole family and let's celebrate Mother Zambia in true Zambian style!

See you in 3 DAYS!

21/10/2026

📍 VENUE REMINDER – WE ARE AT HYDE PARK! 🇿🇲

Family, just a quick reminder!

Our OZALIWA FAMILY FUN INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION will be at Hyde Park, Perth.

Address: Hyde Park, Vincent St & William St, Perth WA 6000

🗓️ This weekend!

On the day, please:

✅ Look up your best route to Hyde Park early
✅ Check traffic conditions before you leave – weekend traffic can be tricky
✅ Plan to arrive early to find convenient parking around William St, Vincent St, and surrounding streets
✅ Consider carpooling with family and friends!

Let's avoid last-minute rush and start the celebration on time and stress-free.

We can't wait to see you all there in your beautiful Zambian colours!

20/10/2026

FOLLOW UP ANNOUNCEMENT: THE CELEBRATION DOESN'T END AT THE PARK! 🇿🇲🌙✨

Family, after we are done with the Family Fun at Hyde Park, the Zambian Independence Celebration continues into the NIGHT!

Our friends at Xavi Entertainment are bringing us the perfect ICING ON THE CAKE for our Independence weekend!

LIVE IN PERTH – 3 STUNNING ZAMBIAN ARTISTS LIVE ON STAGE!

After the kids have had their fun, it's time for the adults to have theirs!

📍 Aberdeen Hotel – Perth City
🗓️ Same Night – Saturday
🎶 Live Zambian Music | Good Vibes | Pure Zambian Spirit

So here's the plan:

DAY: OZALIWA Family Fun Day @ Hyde Park 🇿🇲☀️ – For the whole family

NIGHT: Xavi Entertainment Live @ My Place Bar 🇿🇲🎤🔥 – To close off Independence in style!

Let's celebrate Zambia from morning till night!

Check out the Xavi Entertainment page for more details

20/10/2026

4 DAYS TO GO! 🇿🇲⏳

The countdown is getting serious!

In just 4 DAYS, we gather as one big Zambian family for the OZALIWA Family Fun Independence Day Celebration – ZAMBIA @ 62!

4 days until the music, the laughter, the kids running around, the Chitenges shining, and that real Zambian spirit takes over Perth!

If you haven't told your family and friends yet – this is the time! No one should miss this.

We are ready. Are you?!

See you in 4!

19/10/2026

A word from the President of the OCC Adventure Bikers in Zambia