Well what can i say? I seem to have provoked quite a reaction! I assume most of the replies have came from europeans/americans who seem to have a higher tolerancy threshold for such natives. My grandad was the head civil engineer for the construction of the victoria falls bridge. My father is born in Zambia, I along with my father have dealt with the polictics of the country. And thats where my opinion comes from. I do agree with the statement that the villagers are amongst the friendlst people in the world. But the authority figures do not come with open arms. For eg. The other week i flew to the country and had to pay 4000 rand (2 million kwatcha) to enter the country for a three day trip! Now that to we feels very unwelcoming! And after all this is a forum which i am displaying my opinion.