A Dream Worth Chasing: A designer in Zambia I Africa Direct Documentary

In Zambia’s capital city Lusaka, the market stalls overflowing with fabrics, threads and accessories are an inspiration for Sepo Kawana, an all-round creative. Sepo is a designer, artist and musician. Undeterred by a stuttering start and personal challenges, she now successfully designs, paints and sews her stylish wares for sale - and exhibits them to the sounds of her own music. Sepo is doing what she loves, promoting the importance of local products in Zambia, and actively chasing her dreams.

Misheck Chiza Banda works as a documentary director and editor in Zambia. His directorial debut was with the short film On The Road which challenges gender stereotypes. This is his second film for Africa Direct.

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[Let_Love_Lead]

I encourage everyone to consider Zambia as one of the countries to visit. The Zambian people are generally good people

[adelinalungu]

May this be the beginning of greater things for you Sepo. Keep your dream alive

[NoorkeiBoston]

Thanks, Aljazeera, for this showcase. ❤

[Kuwanda-iluv]

Keep flying the Zambian Flag High ♥️🇿🇲

[MakeItHappenXclusive]

Zambia KuChalo shout outs to Al Jazeera for the recognition. Call Again @Al Jazeera we have more amazing young people trail blazing in different fields. The world should get ready for Zambia...

[MakeItHappenXclusive]

We're proud of you Sepo Kawana, keep soaring high.

[joshuachela]

shout out to the director for bringing this story to life, the shots where amazing, i dream of directing an Aljazeera documentary oneday, also wishing madam Sepo the best in all her future ventures

[Katkayz]

Thank you Al Jazeera for showing this talented young lady

[isaacbanda]

This is good purely Zambia showcase more please

[MEXTguide_yoyo]

This is inspiring, I enjoy creative activities as well so I felt encouraged to see a Zambian designer spotlighted like this, Wishing you well for the Journey Sepo! To the film crew I think the production looks really good so a big hand to everyone!

[williamshipilo]

Absolutely inspiring! 🌟 It's incredible to see the passion and creativity of designers emerging from Zambia. This documentary beautifully captures the essence of chasing one's dreams against all odds. Kudos to Africa Direct for shining a light on such talented individuals. Can't wait to see more stories like this! 🙌🏾

[memorynnyambe]

A beautiful story so proud of our Zambia girl Sepo doing great things! ❤

[CharlesSakala-wj]

This is tremendous and incredible seeing our own fellow Zambian printing her name and the country at large we are proud of you ❤🎉

[namatamachristinendhlovu]

I’m super proud of you Sepo!!!! I’m glad I equally get to do life you… May God surely take you to greater heights because you are so deserving of it!!!

[ved_ituas]

Wow, though I just had a glimpse. He creations look so beautiful, a family of creatives for sure. All the best, don't give up, hoping to buy something from you soon!

[danielmutambezi]

Highly inspired. Big ups to you Sepo! God bless you and increase you.

[katutasichilongo]

This is really cool, such a beautiful story. Thank you for sharing!

[temwanib]

Welldone sepo ♥️am also a designer based in lusaka, still polishing my skills and enjoying every bit.

[InkwellZambia]

Love this. So proud of you Madam Sepo 👏🏾❤️

[KAUNDACHANSA]

The sky is never the limit... keep it up 👏👏