Our Story
MaMoyo began with trust
Before MaMoyo existed, our founder, Tambudzai Chola, regularly travelled to South Africa for skincare and wellness treatments because she struggled to find somewhere locally that she trusted completely. She valued expertise, consistency and the confidence of knowing what standard of care she would receive.
When the pandemic stopped international travel, the routine she had relied on disappeared. Like many women, she found herself asking a practical and deeply personal question: where can I go in Lusaka and know that I will receive exceptional care every single time?
She realised she could not be the only person feeling this way. Lusaka was growing, its people were working harder, travelling more and expecting more, yet there was still space for a wellness destination built around genuine care rather than appearance alone.
That question became MaMoyo.
Why MaMoyo exists
MaMoyo was created to be a place people could trust with their skin, their bodies, their time and the moments when they did not want to explain how tired they felt.
The vision was never limited to a treatment room. It was a place with trained professionals, beautiful surroundings, nourishing food, considered hospitality and enough warmth to make regular care feel natural — not somewhere visited only when something was wrong, but somewhere that could become part of a person’s life.
What began with skincare and spa care is growing into a connected Zambian wellness and hospitality brand: two distinct spa settings, a café, suites, curated experiences, membership, corporate wellness, gifting and useful editorial guidance.
Our philosophy
People do not simply buy massages. They buy restoration. They buy confidence, health, time, transformation and the feeling of being properly cared for. Every part of MaMoyo should support how the guest feels when they leave.
Our promise
- Care that is personal rather than mechanical
- Professionals who listen before recommending
- Beautiful environments that support the service rather than distract from it
- Clear communication and honest claims
- A consistent standard across Kabulonga and Twangale Resort
- A Zambian brand with an international level of hospitality
The MaMoyo difference
- Two destinations with distinct identities: boutique city care in Kabulonga and resort-scale wellness at Twangale.
- Wellness and hospitality connected through treatment, food, stays, gifting, membership and corporate care.
- Professional skincare supported by consultation rather than trend-driven selling.
- A café designed to stand on its own, not merely serve as a waiting area.
- Direct booking that protects the guest relationship and makes stays and treatments easier to coordinate.
- Growth that deepens the brand instead of turning MaMoyo into unrelated offers.
Our Values
What we hold to
Wellness
Care for body, skin, mind and the rhythms that support them.
Hospitality
Attention to the guest before, during and after the service.
Beauty
Confidence supported by professional care rather than impossible ideals.
Nutrition
Food that is pleasurable, balanced and worth returning for.
Transformation
Meaningful change built through appropriate care and consistency.
Community
A destination that people return to, contribute to and recognise as part of Lusaka life.
Belonging
An environment where different guests can feel welcome without having to perform.
Authenticity
Claims, service and storytelling that remain believable and rooted in what MaMoyo can deliver.
About FAQ
Good to know
Who founded MaMoyo?
MaMoyo was founded by Tambudzai Chola, whose experience seeking trusted skincare and wellness care helped shape the brand.
Is MaMoyo a Zambian brand?
Yes. MaMoyo is rooted in Lusaka, with two spa locations and a wider wellness, café and hospitality direction.
Is MaMoyo only a spa?
No. MaMoyo includes spa care, MaMoyo Café, MaMoyo Suites, curated experiences, membership, corporate wellness, gift cards and the MaMoyo Journal.