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24/06/2026

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24/06/2026

Some battles never announce themselves. They happen silently within the heart, where faith wrestles with fear, purpose fights against doubt, and strength is built through unseen tears.

Keep going. The version of you that you've been praying to become is being shaped by everything you're surviving today.

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24/06/2026

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24/06/2026

THRIVING IN A WORLD THAT REFUSES TO STAND STILL

In Wisdom Engines, I wrote about navigating the business reality that many leaders find most intimidating ,a world that is volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous.

We now live in what many call a VUCA world. Volatility brings rapid and unpredictable change. Uncertainty describes how unclear the future often feels. Complexity points to the many interconnected factors that influence outcomes. And ambiguity means that clear cause and effect relationships are often difficult to see.

In this environment, businesses that cling to rigid plans struggle. Those that adapt quickly, think long term, and act decisively tend to thrive.

I shared the story of a Lusaka-based catering company that saw its events business disappear almost overnight when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Instead of closing, the owners looked for new ways to serve their market. They began preparing family meal packs for home delivery, partnered with online payment platforms, and created a line of frozen food products. By pivoting quickly and listening to new customer needs, the company grew its customer base by roughly forty percent and opened new revenue streams that remained valuable even after restrictions lifted.

Uncertainty is not always the enemy. Uncertain times favour those who can spot patterns early, interpret weak signals, and pivot before others even realize change is coming.

The best entrepreneurs are not fortune tellers. They are master adapters.

Uncertainty is not a signal to stop. It is an invitation to grow stronger.

The chapter on Thriving in a World That Refuses to Stand Still in Wisdom Engines gives you practical tools for scenario planning, building resilience, and leading through complexity.

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23/06/2026

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23/06/2026

MONEY IS. NOT THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL!

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23/06/2026

The South African Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled that the Zambian Government has no legal right to repatriate and bury former President Edgar Lungu’s body against the wishes of his family. The Court held that under South African law, decisions about burial belong to the deceased’s family and that the Government failed to prove any contractual or legal entitlement to override their choice. The earlier High Court order allowing repatriation for a state funeral at Embassy Park in Lusaka was set aside, and the Government’s application was dismissed with costs.

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23/06/2026

23/06/2026

YOUR STORY IS YOUR MOST POWERFUL BUSINESS TOOL

In Wisdom Engines, I wrote about a force more powerful than any advertisement ,storytelling.

Human beings have always been shaped by stories. Long before formal education, stories carried history, values, and survival lessons across generations. Today, even in a world of data and technology, stories still capture attention more deeply than any spreadsheet ever will. In business, storytelling turns dry information into meaning, products into experiences, and brands into movements.

A strong story can build trust, simplify complex ideas, and inspire action. It reaches both the mind and the heart, making people feel something ,not just understand something. That emotional connection is often what nudges a customer to choose your business over another.

Science confirms this. Stories activate more parts of the brain than plain facts. They trigger the release of oxytocin ,a hormone linked to trust and bonding. This is why a compelling brand story stays with people long after they have forgotten product details or prices.

Every business should know how to tell at least three key stories. The origin story ,where you came from and why you started. The customer story ,how real people's lives changed because of what you offer. And the vision story ,where you are going and how others can be part of that journey.

Facts tell, stories sell, but great stories inspire.

Your story is not just about what you sell. It is about the emotional journey you invite people into. Tell it well, and your business will not easily be forgotten.

The chapter on The Power of Storytelling in Business in Wisdom Engines includes a 14-day plan to build your story bank and start using it immediately.

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22/06/2026

What is the biggest lie young people are still being told today?

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