Along the fertile banks of the Zambezi River and the vast plains of southern Zambia, the Tonga people built one of the most ancient and self-reliant agricultural civilizations in all of central Africa — the construction of Kariba Dam in 1958 forced 57,000 Tonga people from their ancestral homeland in one of the most painfully remembered displacements in all of African history. The Tonga are a proud people whose Lwiindi Gonde rain-calling ceremony — invoking the ancestral spirits of the Zambezi for agricultural blessing — stands as one of the most spiritually significant and communally cherished traditions in all of Zambia, and whose remarkable resilience in rebuilding their communities and cultural identity after the Kariba displacement makes the Tonga one of the most courageous peoples in the Zambian heritage. This interactive t-shirt connects you to that remarkable legacy with a QR code linking to the full story.
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive t-shirts that carry flags of ethnic groups in Zambia. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the diverse population in Zambia.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality t-shirt is made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more details about this t-shirt: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand unisex t-shirt • 100% cotton Gildan t-shirt. Soft, comfy, pre-shrunk jersey knit • Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester • Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Classic fit, taped neck and shoulders for soft feel • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem for more durability • Fabric weight: 5.0-5.3 oz./yd² (170-180 g/m²)
