PATRICK NKEMBA

One day, I had left my mop outside. In the kind of houses many of us live in—small one- or two-roomed houses close to each other in a compound with several people—it is easy to misplace things. I had hung my mop on a tree, but one day I just couldn’t find it. What I didn’t know was that my neighbor had borrowed it. After using it, she hung it next to her door instead of where I had placed it. So, when I searched, I didn’t see it. But when the time came that my room was dirty and needed cleaning, I desperately needed that mop. I searched until I found it, and only then could I continue my work. The lesson is this: at one point in your life, you may feel like that mop. People may look down on you, forget you, or even consider you unnecessary. But a time will come when someone will specifically look for you—because there will be a task that only you can fulfill. Despite the many tools or people available, there will be a unique work that requires you. That is why I want to encourage you: ...

In 2019, I had this burning desire to start an online business. My perspective back then was simple — I wanted to make easy money. This mindset led me into joining several websites and business apps that promised quick returns. Along the way, my PC was hacked once, and I got scammed five times. Painful, yes — but each experience taught me important lessons. I realized that even if you truly want an online business, there’s a right and safe way to go about it. Over time, I discovered something I now call “The Levels of Scam”: Level 1 – Awareness This is where they make you aware of something that sounds so exciting — maybe a reward, an opportunity, or a too-good-to-miss offer. They’ll make it seem like you must act fast to benefit. Level 2 – Mental or Psychological Manipulation Here, they feed you false but convincing information designed to stir your emotions — excitement, urgency, or even fear of missing out. They’ll paint a picture of what you could lose if you don’t join. Level 3 – ...

My name is Patrick Nkemba. I help students at diploma, degree, master’s, and PhD levels with research writing. I also offer business mentorship to upcoming entrepreneurs, as well as advertising and digital marketing services. My father is both a blacksmith and a farmer, and while growing up, I learned two key lessons from him that remain relevant today. 1. Capital is not just money Many people think capital only means money. In reality, there are several factors of production: land, labor, capital, and entrepreneurship (which also involves marketing). Sadly, most people focus only on financial capital, ignoring the others. Capital can also be the knowledge you invest in yourself to prepare for business. In my case, I didn’t have much money to start with, but my dad had invested in tools and in teaching me practical skills. That knowledge was part of my capital. Understanding the “seasons” of a business, how it operates, and how to respond to changes can be just as important as having m...

Sometimes life places us in painful situations — not of our own making. And yes, many people have genuine reasons for why they are stuck. Let's consider a real-life scenario that unfolds in stages: 1. "I have no one to support me." A 7-year-old child doesn’t go to school. His parents are poor. They can barely find enough food for the day, let alone think about school fees. ➡ This is a genuine reason. 2. "I’ve never been to school and have no capital to start a business." Now the child has grown, but the effects of his past still haunt him. He has no education, no business skills, and no money to start anything. ➡ Again, very true and real. But let’s keep watching... 3. "I have a wife and children." He finds a simple job, earning K1,500 monthly. He’s now married with three children — and they’re in school. He says he can’t invest because the little he earns goes to rent, food, school fees, and basic survival. ➡ A valid struggle — life is expensive. 4. ...

My name is Patrick Nkemba, ‎Born in Ndola, a city nestled in Zambia’s Copperbelt Province, I came into the world as the eldest of five children. My father—a farmer and welder—struggled with alcoholism and unemployment.  ‎ ‎When I was just four years old, we moved to Mufulira, seeking relief from the crushing weight of life’s demands. But relief was nowhere to be found. ‎ ‎We found ourselves in a bush area, forced to live in a forest with no shelter. My father joined his brother in burning charcoal just to survive. ‎ ‎ At night, we had no beds or blankets—just a fire to keep us warm and my mother’s worn-out wrappers to shield us from the cold. It was not a home, but it was all we had. ‎ ‎Despite these conditions, I started school at Mulundu Primary in Mufulira, before we moved again—this time to Luanshya—due to continued financial hardships. There, I continued my education at Baluba Primary School.  ‎ ‎By the time I reached Kawama Secondary School for grades 8 and 9, I was alre...

Patrick Nkemba is a Zambian educator and research consultant dedicated to enhancing academic excellence and promoting sustainable development. In 2021, he founded CFHS Zambia (Center For Holistic Stability Zambia), which has gained recognition as a leading provider of academic assistance in the country. Under his leadership, CFHS Zambia offers a wide range of services, including academic assistance to support students and scholars in their educational pursuits.  Patrick's commitment to education is further demonstrated through his authorship of various academic papers and teaching materials. Notably, he authored "POSITIVE APPROACH TOWARDS TESTS AND EXAMS," aiming to help students develop a constructive mindset toward assessments. Additionally, he wrote "A QUICK WALK THROUGH THE WORLD OF MICROBIOLOGY," providing insights into microbiological concepts, and "5-questions everyone should answer to live a fulfilled life," encouraging self-reflection for pers...