Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1007- 24/01/2023 www.morningmirror.africanherd.com Open this link to join the Morning Mirror WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/G4uw2mTZGub2C9OeeRM10F Look out for us on Facebook! The Official Morning Mirror Facebook Group. Please contact magskriel@mac.com for information on how to place your advert. Morning Mirror is a publication run for the benefit of Bulawayo's only geriatric and frail care home - the Edith Duly Nursing home 1) Editorial Street Kids You know you have lived in bulawayo too long when the street kids call you by your christian name and they were the kids of the street kids you knew as a child !! 'Clever' was my favourite street kid. Clever used to hang out in the back of a smart 4x4 truck in Jason Moyo avenue along with a number of other young lads. (I often wondered whose car it was, was it the street kid's car or do they get free seating in exchange for guarding this rather nice motoring piece ) The other street kids all used to know that I only deal with Clever and they would leave me alone and didn't bother me in the least. Clever lived up to his name, he was innovative, bright and friendly without being pushy. He had the bright idea of 'purloining' a can of black shoe polish and would buff your tyres really nice and black if you let him. In fact his name should have been "Colgate" because he had a set of dentures a film star would be proud of. No dentist would ever have needed to go anywhere near Clever's magnificent molars. Clever did not want to be a street kid, he at least had aspirations unlike some of the others. He would have liked a permanent job and a little esteem in the community. Jayjay on the other hand was a confirmed street kid, he liked the buzz of the bulawayo CBD but he also has a great passion for cricket. hence his favourite job touting location used to be outside Queens Cricket grounds during those halcyon days when we would watch our boys in red hitting sixes and the like around that magnificent venue. Jayjay would deftly park his clients in nice shady locations and then hop into the back of a strategically parked truck and watch cricket through the fence, for five magic days. Jayjay was a direct descendant of the young street kid we all knew way back in the seventies, called Sixpence. Where Sixpence is now I have no idea but I fear he fell into a crowd with bad habits and went the way of most traditional street kids. Not all street kids were bad, not all of them sniffed glue and drank meths according to the media, some of them deserve a break in life, and there are organisations who are endeavouring thank goodness to give these lads a second chance. Hopefully I won't have to see Sixpences grandchildren guarding my car sometime in the years to come and that good fortune will favour these young men. However with the recent introduction of the parking fine attendants, what has happened to the car guards in the CBD there are no cars to guard now!! ++++ WATCHDOG I don't know a lot about Wooty, other than I have copy of his book 'Cooking With Wooty'. I grew up in Rhodesia and my family moved to South Africa in '79, when I was 11 Years later, in 1997, I moved to Winchester in the UK. We lived opposite an 11th Century church, called St. John in the Soke. About 3 months after we moved in, the vicar invited my wife and I to Sunday lunch and I learnt he was buried in the church yard, having been a very active member of the local community. holloway.philip@gmail.com ++++ 2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds Marge Watkins went to be with the Lord on January 10 2023. A memorial service and tea will be held for Marge:- on Thursday 16 February at 10.00 am at the Garden Park Community Centre. ++++ My young brother, Roy Garden (61), passed away late Friday night after surviving for over two years with Stage 4 Cancer. Roy was a determined guy who never gave up and tried every trick in the book in an effort to delay the inevitable progress of that dreaded affliction. He spent his last two weeks at my home in Harare where he could listen to and watch the wonderful birdlife and views that we are blessed to have. Roy spent the majority of his life in Bulawayo being schooled at Hillside Junior and then Hamilton. With just 4 O levels to his name, Roy will not be remembered for any scholarly highlights: whilst us 3 siblings were all teachers pets in the classroom, Roy was out there smacking cricket balls all over the park. He was 9 years younger than me so I, as the big brother, spent a lot of time watching him play his various sports. He believed that no-one is born better than you at anything - if you are determined and focused, you can be the best in the world - he ended up as the effective world champion at Lawn Bowls by winning the Gold Medal for Zimbabwe at the Kuala Lumpar Commonwealth Games in 1998 Roy was very instrumental in giving me belief that I too could, if I put my mind to it, do well at sport. His sporting prowess started early in life with colours for soccer and cricket in Standard 4 (grade 6) followed by 4 more in grade 7; Rhodesia U 15 Soccer; and, more colours at High School. He was very tall (6'4") so he learnt how to do the Fosbury Flop winning the Interschools High Jump with a Matabeleland schools record that was unbeaten for over 20 years. In the early years he represented Matabeleland in Cricket and Basketball with National Colours for Squash, Athletics and Bowls. Overall Roy was a feisty guy who could turn on the charm when necessary but never thought of losing as an option in the sporting arena. The cricketing fraternity were well aware of this and their constant taunts when he was batting would often result in him launching a smattering of 6s all around the park. It was sometime in his twenties, however, that he decided that Bowls was the sport for him dedicating most of his time in the pursuit of excellence. He won his first Zimbabwe Singles when he was 29 and his last (6th ) much later just a few months before being diagnosed with Lung and liver cancer. Over the Years Roy represented Zimbabwe many times at World Bowls, World Masters and the All Africa Games His funeral will be held this coming Wednesday 25th January at 2.30pm at Highlands Presbyterian Church. Friends, family and sporting colleagues are all invited to join us for the service with memorial drinks shortly afterwards at Highlands Sports club. He leaves behind his ever-loving life time partner, Les Peinke. Just before he died I sang him my favourite for the occasion Seasons in the Sun - I urge his friends to listen to it now. MHDSRIP. There will be a memorial service for Roy at the MacDonalds Club in Bulawayo this Friday 27th January at 2.30 pm. Condolence messages can be sent to Les on 0773-111101. Mike Garden. ++++ 3) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 E-mail: music@gatorzw.co.uk THURSDAYS 26 JANUARY & 2 FEBRUARY AT 6.30 P.M. PRIME SUSPECT Prime Suspect was recently voted top of the list in a Daily Telegraph review of the Top Twenty British Crime Dramas - ahead of even Line of Duty! The first series aired in 1991 and, 'with her alcoholism and doomed love-life, Lynda La Plante's anti-heroine DCI Jane Tennison was a flawed figure. Brought to life by the mighty Helen Mirren, she was all the more magnetic for it. In the male-dominated Met, she fought her way up the ladder by solving grisly murders. Don't call her "Ma'am", call her "Guv".' - Plenty of crime dramas feature a beleaguered, hard-drinking detective with questionable social skills, but Prime Suspect was revolutionary in making a woman the protagonist. The award-winning series starred Helen Mirren as DCI (later DS) Jane Tennison and she's never been better. [Guardian] - Fabulous, a truly stunning grab-you-by-the-throat TV experience. [Newsday] - Helen Mirren is terrific - hard-boiled but never macho; always suggesting a sort of bitter humour. Prime Suspect is wonderfully tense entertainment. [Entertainment Weekly] - Helen Mirren delivers a powerful performance as do the supporting actors. Five stars to Helen Mirren, five stars to Prime Suspect character actors, the writers and directors. [Amazon] Admission: US$2.00 [free to Film Members] FRIDAY 27 JANUARY AT 6.30 P.M. DANIEL BARENBOIM Daniel Barenboim turned 80 last November and, as a belated celebration of his birthday, here's a concert in which he conducts and plays Mozart, recorded in 2006 at the theatre in Prague where 'Don Giovanni' was first performed to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Mozart's birth. Programme: Symphony No. 35 in D Major, 'Haffner' Piano Concerto No. 22 in E-flat Major - Horn Concerto No. 1 in D Major - Symphony No. 36 in C Major, 'Linz' - Venue, orchestra and conductor/soloist make this DVD virtually self-recommending, there is much wise and compelling music-making to savour here. (Gramophone) - There's a suitably festive feel.. (MusicWeb International) - Barenboim's magic touch is much in evidence in his playing of the Piano Concerto No 22. So fine it's exquisite. The man is a multi-talented genius. [Amazon] Admission: US$2.00 [free to Red Carpet Members] FRIDAY 3 FEBRUARY AT N.B. 5.30 P.M. ROSSINI: SEMIRAMIDE [first performed on 3 February 1823] Semiramide was first performed two hundred years ago on 3 February 1823, an epic about royal assassination and misdirected lust in the ancient Babylonian empire. It was Rossini's last, longest and most elaborate work for the Italian stage before he moved to Paris later in the year. The overture is very well known, the opera much less so but it is strong and melodious work which was staged at the Met with what at the time many considered the definitive cast, led by Marilyn Horne and June Anderson. - This performance is quite magnificent and is unlikely to be equalled any time soon. Highest recommendation. [Amazon] - The opera receives a musically sumptuous performance. James Conlon conducts with discipline and brio that make the three-and-a-half hours seem short. His cast includes three distinguished bel-canto specialists and all are on top form. [Los Angeles Times] - This recording does justice to a Rossini masterpiece. I cannot imagine how a cast such as assembled here can again be matched. [Opera] - Fantastic singing by all the major singers.. A jewel to be enjoyed for a lifetime. [Gramophone] Admission: US$2.00 [free to Red Carpet Members] THURSDAY 9 FEBRUARY AT 6.30 P.M. SILENT MOVIE In this dialogue-free slapstick comedy, film director Mel Funn (Mel Brooks) travels to the ailing Big Picture Studios to pitch his comeback film: the first feature-length silent movie in many years. Desperate for a hit, the studio chief (Sid Caesar) gives Funn and his cronies, Eggs (Marty Feldman) and Bell (Dom DeLuise), the go-ahead -- but only if they can get big celebrities to act in it. Funn begins an adventure across the country in his effort to secure superstars for his film - including Anne Bancroft, James Caan, Burt Lancaster, Marcel Marceau, Liza Minnelli and Paul Newman! - Stylistically audacious and infectiously nostalgic for the dawn of cinema, Silent Movie is another comedic triumph for Mel Brooks... now shush. [Rotten Tomatoes] - A marvellously silly, good-natured comedy. [United Press International] - Brooks has taken a considerably stylistic risk and pulled it off triumphantly. [Chicago Sun-Times] - A virtually uninterrupted series of smiles. [The New York Times] - A 90 minutes laugh. Definitely worth watching. Enjoy it! [Amazon] THEREAFTER Thursday 16 February at 6.30 p.m. The Forsyte Saga - 1 of 3 Friday 17 February at 6.30 p.m. Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake Thursday 23 February at 6.30 p.m. The Forsyte Saga - 2 of 3 Supper will be available before DVD showings but orders for evening meals must be placed in advance. Further details from adelaide.muchetu@gmail.com - or phone 0774 004 449 / 0771 048 995. ++++ 4) Congratulations ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column ++++ 8) Bulawayo News ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) Property For Sale or to Rent RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO HOUSES FOR SALE ILANDA: NEW ON THE MARKET: A three-bedroomed Townhouse with family bathroom, main ensuite, 4th bedroom (or home office) with toilet/shower; lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, veranda. Three-car car garage, storeroom, staff quarters, laundry. 2 x 5000 litre water tanks, underground irrigation system for garden, electric fence, 5kva Solar system + 2 lithium batteries, and solar water system with a gas geyser for backup. Option to purchase 5kva Honda generator. US$220,000 HILLSIDE: Full of charm is a 3-bedroom 2-bathroom house that is built of brick under tile. It comes with a sizeable lounge with a fireplace, an inviting dining room, fitted kitchen, and a veranda. The master bedroom is complete with an en-suite bathroom. Double domestic quarters and an unequipped well. The property has a 7000 litre water tank, an aircon in the main bedroom and a solar geyser. US$165,000 MATSHEUMHLOPE: One to consider, this brick-under-tile home with lounge (fire place), TV lounge, dining room, study, 3 bedrooms, master en-suite, family bathroom, fitted kitchen, pantry. Double enclosed garage, domestic quarters. 2 boreholes (1 working), 2.51 sides fenced, 1.51 sides walled, sliding gate, Stand size approx 2 acres. US$230,000 BRADFIELD: Ideally situated close to the Bradfield shops and CBD. An immaculate three-bedroom home under tile with a veranda, lounge, fireplace, bathroom, separate toilet, kitchen, laundry, staff quarters, carport. fenced and gated with a large and small gate US$138,000 PARKLANDS: Brick under tile, 4 bedrooms, BICs, main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, lounge, fireplace, dining room, fitted kitchen with oven and hob, front and back veranda, double carport, 3 staff quarters with tub, working borehole, walled and gated. US$90,000 FLATS FOR SALE HILLSIDE: Modern, open plan, one bedroom flat. US$65,000 neg CBD: 1-bedroom, separate bathroom, kitchen, and lounge US$35,000 TOWN HOUSE FOR SALE HUMEPARK: $100,000. Two bedrooms, lounge/ dining room, fitted kitchen, pantry, complex borehole. PLOTS & FARMS FOR SALE KENSINGTON: Agricultural/ residential stands of 2 and 5 acres each, selling for US$26000 and US$50000 respectively. Also for sale in the area is a Commercial Stand, with great potential, for sale at $80000. WORRINGHAM: Plot that measures 6,0989 hectares, on the land is a brick under iron 2 bedroomed house, it has a toilet separate to the house. COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT: House on large stand. Ideal for offices, plenty of parking- US$200000 OUT OF TOWN PROPERTIES FOR SALE. WE HAVE PROPERTIES FOR SALE IN BEITBRIDGE, BINGA, HARARE, HWANGE, MLIBIZI, MUTARE, REDCLIFF, AND PLUMTREE.HIGH/ LOW DENSITY, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, AND HOLIDAY HOMES US$85000-US$250000 FULL DETAILS ON ENQUIRY FOR THESE AND OTHER PROPERTIES FOR SALE PHONE (029) 2274581/3 (LANDLINE)CALL: CINDY: 0784553171/ PROBITY: 0782119972/ BRYAN: 0772238431 EMAIL: cindy@rodor.co.zw Visit us on our website: www.rodorproperties.co.zw VALUATIONS AND ESTIMATES WANT TO SELL WE CAN ASSIST YOU WITH AN ESTIMATION OF THE VALUE OF YOUR PROPERTY. WE ARE REGISTERED WITH THE VALUER'S COUNCIL OF ZIMBABWE, AND OFFER A COMPLETE AND EFFICIENT SERVICE OF PROPERTY VALUATION FOR ANY PURPOSE. FOR VALUATIONS, PHONE (029) 2274581/3 (LANDLINE), OR EMAIL probity@gmail.com/ bryan@rodor.co.zw Or sales@rodor.co.zw PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Our property management staff will be happy to assist you in securing suitable tenants for your property, and managing it thereafter. RESIDENTIAL GLENCOE: 3 bedrooms. $400 PER MONTH. Available 1st February COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR RENT Offices to let: Close to CBD. size 85 to 285sqm Rentals: US$ 360,00 to US$740,00 Available: immediately Terms and Conditions apply CITY: Shop ideally situated in Robert Mugabe Way, with excellent window frontage. 640 sq metres. Available 1st February. $4500 CITY: Offices of 200 sq metres, available 1st February. $2000 FACTORY TO LET DONNINGTON: Offices, warehouse, ablutions, workshop. $1800 FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR RENTING, OR IF YOU WISH TO PLACE YOUR PROPERTY ON OUR LETTING LIST, YOU ARE INVITED TO CONTACT US ON (029)2274581/3 (LANDLINE, OR MAIL TO reslet@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw , OR VISIT OFFICES AT 5A 9TH AVENUE, BETWEEN ROBERT MUGABE AND JOSIAH TONGOGARA AVENUE HOURS OF BUSINESS: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8AM -4.30PM SATURDAYS 8AM-11AM WE NEED PROPERTIES FOR SALE AND TO RENT FOR REGISTERED BUYERS AND TENANTS. ALL VIEWERS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A MEMBER OF OUR STAFF. ++++ Fully Furnished 2 Bedroomed Cottage to Rent February 2023 2 bedroomed Cottage in Suburbs to let Own entrance Carport Fully furnished Emergency power generator Borehole water Viewing from 1 February 2023 / call +263 776435605 or +263 773000263 ++++ IAN & CO. REAL ESTATE 111 JOSIAH TONGOGARA STREET, BETWEEN 11TH /12TH AVENUE HOUSES FOR SALE NORTHEND - US$80 000Situated in a good part of Northend is a single storey home comprising 4 bedrooms, lounge, dining area, kitchen, pantry, scullery, separate toilet, bathroom, built in cupboards, double carport, single garage, staff quarters, security razor wire, walled and gated ILANDA - US$170 000Brick under tile, in good condition comprising 3 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom, TV lounge, lounge, dining area, spacious kitchen, 2 roomed domestic quarters, garage, working borehole, walled and gated. Stand Size: Approximately 3000sqm KUMALO - US$149 000 Neat family home comprising 4 bedrooms, main ensuite, lounge cum dining, neatly fitted kitchen, 2 roomed domestic quarters, carport, working borehole, walled and gated. NKETA 8 - US$35 000 3 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, toilet, walled and gated. Stand Size - 634 square metres PELANDABA - US$35 000 3 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, toilet, walled and gated. COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR SALE CBD - US$260 000 Commercial Property suitable for a Doctor's Practice comprising of a reception area, waiting area, consultation room, medical procedures room, kitchen, domestic quarters, ideally located close to other medical facilities, also suitable for office use. THORNGROVE - US$375 000 Well situated property comprising offices, warehouses, ablution areas, working borehole, suitable for warehousing, bulk wholesaling, workshop, close to the CBD, walled and gated ESIGODINI - US$150 000 Warehouse, 4 storerooms, outside toilet ,3 phase electricity and water available. TOWN HOUSES FOR SALE VICTORY HEIGHTS DUPLEX COMPLEX - US$250 000 Victory Heights town houses situated in the resort town of Victoria Falls consists of a gated community with 24 units being 2-3-bedroom double storey apartments, comprising lounge with functional living space, dining area, neatly fitted kitchen, bathroom and toilet, neatly manicured gardens, these units are spacious, private and lavish and are ideal for holiday homes, first time buyers, young couples and investment. Nostro payments acceptable PROPERTIES TO LET HOUSES TO LET Burnside 4 bedrooms, lounge, dining area, neatly fitted kitchen, bathroom, separate shower and toilet, 2 solar geysers, solar system fully installed (off-grid), 5000l water tank back up system, electrical gate, neatly maintained garden, good part of Burnside. Asking Rental - US$1200/month COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES TO LET CBD - suitable for offices or doctors' surgery, asking rental - US$1500/month. CBD - suitable for hardware business, asking rental - US$1500/month. For more information call Kelvin on +263 773 366 207, Mihla on +263 772 478 287, Landline (0292)886626 or email at sales@ian.co.zw, letting@ian.co.zw. Visit us on our website ian.co.zw ++++ Seeking house to rent Seeking a 3-5 bedroom house in one of the low density suburbs to rent starting 1 Feb. Many references available. Budget US$300-400 Please contact Martin on 0776 242222. ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa ++++ 12b) Accommodation in Botswana ++++ 14) Catering and Food ++++ 15) Vehicles for Sale and Hire ++++ 16) Travel and Tours ++++ 17) Computers And Electronics ++++ 18) Lifts Wanted And Offered ++++ 19) Seeking Friends ++++ 20) Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Young lady seeks employment as a nurse aide. Has worked with the elderly and has worked at UBH hospital looking after sick patients. Willing to work day or night duty. Holding a Red Cross certificate. Please contact 0782696356 ++++ Would you know of anybody or any organisation that would employ an editor for books, Articles, letters, theses, CVs and application letters, speeches etc If so, please let me have contact details. This editor is a young woman in her late 30s with years of experience. email in the first instance - rsmrharrison46@gmail.com ++++ Ref: apply for nurse I am looking for employment as a nurse aid based at Kwekwe. I have already finished my attachment. For info contact me on 0717462801 ++++ Situations wanted Available Accountant professional 18 years experience (10 years private sector and 8 years NGO) Can do financial reports,budget control,planning,Zimra returns ,etc ..available for any long/short term contracts.. Contact on 0772463135 for more information ++++ Mature lady. Able to work under pressure with minimum supervision. Pitman Diploma in Secretarial Studies and Computer literate. Experienced Receptionist/Accounts Clerk/Typist/ General Manager s Secretary in Schools, industry and Medical Field. Trained in making detergents.. Prepared to work as Project Manager for any avaliable project. Please contact: whattsup 071 947 6038 Calls 0773 935 738 ++++ Situations Wanted Man, 39yrs. B Comm Degree. Over 13 yrs Administration experience. Seeks suitable position. Contact 0772287098 / 0771939291 ++++ Situations Wanted Man, 39yrs. B Comm Degree. Over 13 yrs Administration experience. Seeks suitable position. Contact 0772287098 / 0771939291 ++++ 21) Services BOREHOLE AND WATER SERVICES For all domestic, industrial and farming water installations, please contactBancroft and Neil Water for an efficient and professional service. Our productsinclude, Borehole drilling, Pump installation, Pump repairs, Capacity testing,Spares, and Bulk water delivery.Contact: Vusumuzi Sinyoka on 0772775136, or Wonder Chikware on 0773490818.Phone: 2880844/2880846/2881074 ++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES, BABY VACCINATIONS and BIRTH ATTENDANT/ DOULAI teach a set of 5 classes covering pregnancy, labour, baby care, breastfeeding and other information. I also do a "crash course" for out of towners.These classes are valuable even if you're having an elective CAESAREAN SECTION!!Please book early.I can be with you at the hospital when you're in LABOUR to help you to cope!I also work part time at a BABY CLINIC :-)For any further information contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (09) 466741/2 from 8 am til 12 pm Mon to Frior (09) 2237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com ++++ 22) Health And Beauty ++++ 23) Tuition ++++ 24) Miscellaneous For Sale FOREVER LIVING ALOE VERA PRODUCTS: +263772464403 - Aloe-Vera Juices $13/ 330ml - Aloe-Vera long-lasting Personal Care: Aloe Toothgel $13, Aloe Deodorant Stick $12, Aloe Lip Balm $6, Aloe Avocado Soap $11 - Aloe-Vera Skincare: Aloe Moisturising Lotion $25, Propolis Creme $35, Liquid Eyeliner (black) $28 - Aloe-vera Gelly $25 and Aloe First Spray $33 recommended for home, school, office, campsite first aid kits. Excellent for burns, scratches, minor wounds, rashes, insect/spider bites. Aloe Heat Lotion $25 is good for muscle strains and pains - Health supplements: Soluble fibre $60 (30 sachets); Aloe Blossom Herbal Tea (Caffeine-free) $30, Protein Shake Mix (vanilla) $51 WhatsApp Pretty: +263772464403 ++++ 25) Wanted To Buy or Hire I am looking for a classic/vintage car in good condition. I am particularly interested in a Mercedes Benz 1953-1963 models or a jaguar Mark 1 or Mark 2 1955-1959. I've owned these two cars before and would relish the opportunity to own one again Please call Tamuka on +263 773 289 506 or email me on thmuzondo@yahoo.com ++++ 26) Clothing And Fashion ++++ 27) Boats and Fishing ++++ 28) Garden, Decor And Home JILL'S SUPER ORGANIC COMPOST BLACK GOLD99% WEED FREEEXCELLENT FOR POTS, VEGETABLES, FLOWER BEDS, SEEDLINGS AND LAWNS. WILL DELIVER 5 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY. CONTACT JILL AT 2246688 OR 07784955 99 ++++ 29) TIDBITS The content that is published in Morning Mirror does not necessarily reflect the editor's opinion.Morning Mirror reserves the right to refuse any advertising or content. ++++