Turnpike Kafue Mazabuka Road – Zambian Highway and community facilities rehabilitation
This documentary highlights the transformative impact of infrastructure development along the Turnpike-Mazabuka road, a key segment of the Kazungula Bridge project, funded by the African Development Bank. It features personal stories, including that of Christine Tambala, an entrepreneur who has benefited from reduced travel delays, and Otis Malawo, a cross-border driver who recalls the challenges faced before the road’s rehabilitation. The improved road now enhances regional connectivity, trade, and safety, reducing travel time significantly.
Additionally, the film showcases the social benefits brought by the project, such as the establishment of the New Kasaka Community School, which has improved access to education for children in surrounding villages. This development underscores the crucial role of infrastructure in fostering economic growth and social advancement within the SADC and COMESA regions.
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Catherine N PhiriExecutive Producer
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Harringtone NamunjiDirector
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Chawana MuyembiEditor
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John ChilufyaColor Grading
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Chawana MuyembiDirector of Photography
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Project Type:Documentary
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Runtime:6 minutes 24 seconds
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Completion Date:June 26, 2024
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Production Budget:9,000 USD
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Country of Origin:Zambia
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Country of Filming:Zambia
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:HD1920 X 1080i/50 .mov, .avi,mp4
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
Harringtone Namunji is a Zambian filmmaker and producer. He is known for directing Zambia’s first teen drama series Tikula and has worked on many reality shows, including Date My Family Zambia, Our Perfect Wedding Zambia, and Mom vs. Wife, both as director and first assistant director while working for Media365.
In telling the story of the Turnpike Kafue-Mazabuka Road and the Kazungula Bridge, my vision was to illuminate the transformative power of infrastructure in the lives of ordinary people. Roads and bridges are not merely pathways; they are lifelines that connect families, foster trade, and build stronger communities.
This documentary goes beyond the concrete and steel to reveal the human narratives of progress. Through the eyes of cross-border truck drivers, local officials, and community members, we see firsthand how these projects have turned barriers into opportunities, making what was once a difficult and unpredictable journey a smooth and promising passage toward a brighter future.
Our goal was not only to document infrastructure development but to spark a conversation about what real change looks like. It is about showing that progress is most profound when it creates opportunities for everyone; farmers, traders, travelers, and entire communities. These projects stand as beacons of hope, demonstrating what can be achieved through regional collaboration and thoughtful investment in the well-being of people.
As a director, I was particularly inspired by the resilience and optimism of the people we met along the way. Their stories of hardship, perseverance, and eventual triumph made this film much more than a documentation of physical infrastructure it became a celebration of human spirit and determination.
I hope this documentary will inspire viewers to see infrastructure not only as a technical achievement but as a bridge to new beginnings, a road to opportunity, and a symbol of shared dreams for a better, more connected future.