MORNING MIRROR EDITION 298 25 August 2008 MORNING MIRROR WEB-SITE http://www.morningm irror.africanher d.com ++++++++++ ADVERTISERS !! All the adverts in the Morning Mirror are based purely on TRUST !! All monies raised from the payment of advertising on the Mirror go towards Zimbabwe's precious "old" folk in one way or another. For information on how to pay for your advert email - magskriel@mac. com +++++++ We are made wise not by the recollection of our past, but by the responsibility for our future. --George Bernard Shaw ++++++ PRAYER FOR ZIMBABWE Lord, give us a vision for our country. May it be a land of justice and peace, Where people do not take unfair advantage of each other; Where all have sufficient and poverty and evil will have no place to fester; Where seeking to serve others means more than honour and success, Where order does not rest on force; Where faith, hope and love flourish, And all work for the will of God. Cherylynn ++++ 1) COOL TRAVEL CONVERSATION STOPPERS 2) NOTICES 3) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES 4) CONGRATULATIONS 5) CONDOLENCES 6) BULAWAYO NEWS 7) HARARE NEWS 8) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES 9) VEHICLES 10)) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED 11) SEEKING FRIENDS 12) SITUATIONS VACANT 13) MISCELLANEOUS 14) TIDBITS ++++++ Cool Travel Conversation Stoppers On our travels to check up on the OffSpring, we have discovered the perfect way to get rid of unwanted conversationalists. Not that we are anti-social at all, we love to meet new people and to converse with perfect strangers ! American folk are particularly engaging, they love to chat with almost anyone and are genuinely interested in folk who are obviously from far away places. Although we like to think we have Americanised well, we are dead giveaways as soon as we open our mouths !! "Are y'all from New Zealand ? Or oh, your accent is so awesome !" often precedes a friendly smile and an instant rapport..... Many Continental people are not approachable as a rule, eye contact is often avoided, and to indulge in conversation with unfamiliar persons is unusual. But Americans go out of their way to be friendly. HeeHoo loves to sit at a coffee table or margarita bar and make friends. He loves people and somehow always attracts all the pretty young things who catch his eye and they all smile openly at him. He thinks he is cute and approachable, I think it is his distinguished grey hair and the benign grandfatherly exterior he exudes !! Somehow we have stopped telling people we are from Zimbabwe, "we are from Africa" it encompasses a lot more invitation and mystery ! "Africa oh my Goodness" they all beam, visions of lions and elephant and guerillas obviously chasing across their faces. We do not look as though we have any obvious foreign diseases, being rotund and with healthy glowing faces, so an in-depth conversation almost always ensues, Americans never seem in a hurry as Continentals do. They love to hear about our way of life, how things are so dramatically different to theirs, they adore hearing about our wildlife, our countryside, our wonderful genuine caring people. But we have learned through experience a few definite instant conversation stoppers. For example, never start talking about the economy. Show them a hundred billion Zimbabwe dollar note by all means ! It will gather gasps and oohs and aahs, One of the highest currency denominations in history, it is a real talking point. But never ever start talking about prices..... Billions, trillions and gadzillions make eyes glaze over and pupils stray in discomfort. ....... Never ever mention that a Zimbabwe teacher gets paid the same price as a tin of jam, A once entranced listener will become distinctly uncomfortable and probably meander away with a " wow.... nice to talk to y'all" Now another instant way to lose a new friend, is to mention a jail term ! However innocent frivolous and victimised one feels oneself to be, a jail term in any civilised nation, is not taken lightly. Where there are laws, legal systems and standard behavioural norms, once you confess to having spent time "inside" you will never be looked at quite the same again ...... HeeHoo suddenly loses that air of benign respectability. His glorious silver mane suddenly takes on a tarnished, unattractive hue. That pretty young thing, or the clean cut all American boy, starts to shift uneasily.... . animated conversation drops to an icy uncomfortable trickle ... eyes dart about nervously and a new friendship is terminated as suddenly as it began. Oh I love it, how to spoil HeeHoo's fun at a pavement coffee bar, I think I will invest in some black and white striped t shirts as soon as I can !! +++++++++++ NOTICES Carmel School Mountain Bike Ride (celebrating 50 years) Where: Byo Country Club When: Sun 7 Sep at 9am Categories: Long Ride (min +- 20kms) Short Ride (under 9's) Quad Bike Route Pre-Registration: Sat 6 Sep 3pm - 6pm Burgers on Sale Bar Available Fun Factory Craft Stalls and lots lots more if you are interested in having a craft stall of your own, please just phone Kim 091 2 218 598 or Mike 091 2 215 527 and we can tell you the details. We look forward in seeing you all there ++++++++ TEAK FURNITURE SOLID HAND MADE TEAK FURNITURE STANDARD PRODUCTS AND CUSTOM WORK FOR HOTELS, SAFARI CAMPS & THE PUBLIC CONTACT JOHN HEWITT BAOBAB INDUSTRIES BULAWAYO 60319 , 881952 , 76523 CELL 0912 411383 +++++ SOLAR COOKING DEMONSTRATION The next DEMONSTRATION will be on SATURDAY, 30 AUGUST 2008 AT 9.00 AM AT THE METHODIST CHURCH GROUNDS 11th Avenue / Main Street. Cookers are on sale AFTER you have seen the Demonstration - in accordance with the rules of Solar Cooking International. The charge for a Cooker will be equivalent to the cost of a loaf of bread on the day of the Demonstration. For further information contact Morag Stone 286154 ++++++ The Secret to Life for Kids I will be holding more courses later these holidays for children of all ages covering, positive thinking, goal setting and self esteem. There will be a special course for grade 7's writing exams next term to help them deal with the stresses of exams and to help them to have a positive outlook on their future success. If anyone is interested in attending please e-mail me with your child's name and age and I will get back to you asap. I will be away until the 18 August. Thanks, Paula Lowe blowe@mweb.co. zw ++++++ Hillside Womens Institute are still holding a Flea Market each month towards the expenses of running their Hall - To book a table on which to sell goods, phone Sandie Moodley on phone No 244445 - the fee being 30 billion dollars - and the next one will be held on the 30 th August! The W.I. library at the hall is open from 10 to 12 noon on a Saturday morning. There is a good selection of books at very reasonable charge especially the Children's section used by over one hundred members. Come and have a look and speak to the Librarian on duty, if you shop at the Hillside Kwik Spar next door on a Saturday morning. From Beryl Castle Ward - ++++++++ Summer Soire. Slip into summer, and join us for an evening of celebration with friends Date:September 12th, Venue: River Farm Estates. Suburbs. Time:5.30 for 6. Scrumptious snacks Sizzling sax.. Superb septet . South African Wine from The Stable Winery CASH BAR FOR BEERS Tickets available from Afrodizziac or contact: Frances Randell -0912 -308-732 Jane Taylor - 011-211-031 Jackie Smit - 011-604-140 Peter Ward -0912 -277-991 There are limited numbers for this event, so please book, and pay for your tickets soon to avoid missing this exciting evening. THIS IS A FALCON FUNDRAISER ORGANISED BY THE PARENTS COMMITTEE. +++++++ FAMILY FUN DAY ON 31ST AUGUST 2008 Venue: Driving Range (Tin Cup) Date: 31st August 2008 Time: 11am - 5pm Lots of fun to be had, Fun Factory will be there Face Painting Rodeo Bull Riding Competition for ADULTS ONLY Food and Beer on sale throughout the day COME AND ENJOY A FAMILY FUN DAY OUT IN THE SUN SEE YOU THERE +++++++ WEZ Wildlife and Environment Zimbabwe (Wildlife Society) The wonderful Planet Earth DVDs on the B I G screen in the Robert Sibson Hall at the Zimbabwe Academy of Music: Fridays - 2 episodes starting 4 pm; refreshment break 5pm; second episode 5.30 pm. Finishes 6.30 pm. Tea and cakes will be available on sale. Entry will remain very reasonable. Fridays have been dictated by Zesa availability; if there is any Zesa rescheduling you will be advised ! 29 August Great Plains and Ice World 26 September Deserts and Jungles 31 October TBA ++++++ 'CROSS-ATLANTIC COLLABORATION' : MAX WILD (US), SOREN MOLLER (DK), SAM MTUKUDZI (ZW) @ Amakhosi Township Square Cultural Centre, Bulawayo Friday 22 August 2008, 6pm Price: $300.00 Friday 22 August sees another exciting special at The Amakhosi Jazz Club, welcoming a unique music collaboration between continents - Zimbabwe's own Sam Mtukudzi, and jazz saxophonist Max Wild, who grew up in Zimbabwe and is now firmly established in New York, together with star Danish pianist Soren Moller, founder of the 'NYNDK Jazz Collective' a New York-Scandinavian collaboration - three outstanding young musicians who are already making their mark around the world, supported by Sam Mtukudzi's 'Ay Band'. +++++++ PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO AND THE ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC Puccini - a BBC Film in the Robert Sibson Hall on Monday 1 September at 5.15 p.m. This film begins with "Nessun dorma" and the World Cup, then traces Puccini's rise from his humble origins in the town of Lucca in Tuscany to his position as the most popular of opera composers. His love of his home and its local lake, his serial infidelities, his unhappy marriage, his obsession with hunting and his final illness are told alongside the story of his music. Those taking part include neighbours who remember him personally, his grand-daughter Simonetta, Simon Callow, Julian Budden and Sir Charles Mackerras and there are excerpts from the operas sing by Julia Migenes and Jos Cura. Berlioz 1- lunchtime talk at the Academy on Wednesday 3 September: 1.10 p.m. The first in a series of three illustrated talks by Michael Bullivant on Berlioz's life and works with particular reference to the DVDs to be shown in September and October. Puccini's Tosca (DVD) in the Robert Sibson Hall on Friday 5 September at 6.30 p.m. There will be a supper interval and the opera will finish at 10.00. This gripping and visually stunning film has been universally hailed as one of the most satisfying of all versions of opera on DVD. Director Gianfranco de Bosio has given an extraordinary dimension of realism to the story of love, deception and murder by shooting it all on the original Roman locations specified in Puccini's libretto. The three exceptional singer-actors who bring this classic drama vividly to life are the beautiful soprano Raina Kabaivanska as Puccini's passionate heroine, Placido Domingo as her doomed lover and Sherrill Milnes as their nemesis, the villainous Baron Scarpia. "The finest opera production I have ever seen on the screen." [The Washington Post] Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique in the Robert Sibson Hall on Monday 8 September at 5.15 p.m. John Eliot Gardiner conducts l'Orchestre Rvolutionnaire et Romantique in a performance of the Symphonie Fantastique on period instruments including ophicleides and a serpent as well as six harps, recorded in the hall of the old Paris Conservatoire where the symphony had its first performance in 1830. Recital by Catherine Foxcroft (piano) in the Robert Sibson Hall on Tuesday 16 September at 7.30 p.m. Catherine Foxcroft is senior lecturer in piano and chamber music at the Department of Music and Musicology at Rhodes University in South Africa and is considered to be one of South Africa's finest young pianists. She studied with the renowned pianist and teacher Arie Vardi from 1991 to 2000 at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Hannover, Germany and was a distinguished semi-finalist and finalist at international piano and chamber music competitions in the USA, Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Greece and Italy during that time. Catherine has performed as soloist with several orchestras in Europe and appears frequently with South African orchestras. She performs nationally and internationally in recital and has recorded for the SABC, Radio Telifis (Ireland), Nord Deutsche Radio and the West Deutsche Radio (Germany). Her CD recordings and live recordings are broadcast frequently on FMR and SAfm in South Africa. The first half of her programme consists of Schubert's last sonata in B flat major and the second half includes Chopin: Valse brillante, Rachmaninov: Three Preludes, Liszt: Isolde's Liebestod from Wagner's Tristan und Isolde and Granados: Allegro de Concierto. Booking at the Academy from Monday 1 September. Berlioz 2- Lunchtime Talk at @ the Academy on Wednesday 17 September: 1.10 p.m. The second in the series of three illustrated talks by Michael Bullivant on Berlioz's life and works. Bizet's Carmen (DVD) in the Robert Sibson Hall on Friday 19 September at 6.00 p.m. There will be a supper interval and the opera will finish at 10.00. "Based on a lavish Salzburg Festival production by Karajan himself, his film of Carmen was made with the starriest of casts. Grace Bumbry as Carmen is at her most seductive, sensuous in both voice and looks, establishing herself as sultry and provocative even before she starts singing. Jon Vickers is equally powerful as Don Jos, defiant from the very beginning, and though his tenor is of heroic scale, he shades it down beautifully for such an aria as the Flower Song. Mirella Freni is an enchanting Micaëla, girlish and fun- loving, with Justino Diaz, a powerful and handsome Escamillo, completing a quartet of principals, not just characterful but vocally firm and clear. Karajan conducts with a combination of bite and warmth." [The Penguin Guide to Recorded Classical Music] Berlioz's Messe Solennelle (DVD) in the Robert Sibson Hall on Monday 22 September at 5.15 p.m. In the imposing setting of Westminster Cathedral, John Eliot Gardiner conducts the first modern performance of the Messe Solennelle by Berlioz, only rediscovered in 1993. It is an astonishing work for a largely self-taught 20-year-old, written for vast forces and containing themes and episodes that Berlioz re-used in many subsequent works. ++++++ SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS 100 PAWS SPONSORED DOG WALK This will be held on Sunday 14 September, 2008 at the Hillside Dams, 8.30am for 9am. Start at the Tea Room. Prizes for several categories. All dogs must be on leashes, no puppies under 4 months old and strictly no bitches in season. Sponsor forms available from the SPCA Shop, 135 Robert Mugabe Way. Please support this worthy cause ++++++++++++ 3) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES THANK GOD FOR PEOPLE WHO CARE ... The Wilson Family at Chipangali have cared for our wildlife for 35 years. They have saved, adopted, cared for countless animals, carnivores, antelope, rhino, birds, elephant, monkeys, snakes .... anything that needs a home is never turned away. They are finding times desperately hard with the food shortages and economic problems. They are trying to find scrap veggies at most of the places and if it wasn't for Ascot Spar and Hillside spar and Willsgrove vegetables they would be really in a jam. They are busy making our own rhino food at the moment which we are also feeding to all the antelopes and to the ducks etc. Our carnivores are our biggest problem at the moment and with our phones being almost non existent we are not getting the meat that we are requiring so we have resorted to grinding our own maize meal or buying it when we can, and cooking that and mixing that with the not so nice meat to try and feed to the wild dogs and some of the lions who are willing to eat it. They need YOUR help with donations of meat, grain and vegetables. Also we are going to hopefully be sending up to 17 lions to a very caring NON HUNTING conservationist in South Africa who is trying to breed white lions with the Chipangali lions who have exceptionally beautiful manes. IF YOU CAN HELP PLEASE PLEASE DO ! Nicky Wilson Cell 0912354780 e-mail nicky.wilson@ chipangali. com Kevin Wilson Cell 0912301871 e-mail kevin.wilson@ chipangali. com Des Grant (Manager) 0912417963 Ndumiso Silengane (Driver) 0912411519 Chipangali Orphanage 09 287739/40 e-mail chipanga@ecoweb. co.zw Rhino poaching.doc http://www.chipangali.com/ ++++++++++++ 4) CONGRATULATIONS Georgina Rose has arrived Daughter to Dion and Ingrid. Our love to Delighted grandparents Don and Kay Hatton ++++++++++++ 5) CONDOLENCES Brenda Stevens passed away on Saturday16th August. Much loved sister of Jen & Bryn, John & Coppie, aunt of Karen & Dave, Andy & Angie, Stuart & Kath, Mike & Elaine, great-aunt of Diane, Andrew, Dan & Riley, & "Bunda-Woo" to Heidi, Tracey & Nic. Go well Bren - we will miss you, and will remember all the happy times. +++++++ Memorial Service for the late A.H.Westwood. The Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Albert Horace Westwood will be held at the Church of the Ascension Chapel, 73 Leander Avenue, Hillside, Bulawayo on Friday 29th August, 2008 commencing at 3.30pm. ++++++++++++ 6) BULAWAYO NEWS SUBURBS RESIDENTS. Attention all Suburbs Residents. There is a meeting at B.A.C. on Wednesday 27th August starting at 5.45 pm SHARP. Your Neighborhood Watch Committee NEEDS YOUR HELP. Please come and support us. There are only a handful of people who donate money to the Neighborhood watch on a monthly basis. The money we receive is given to YOUR GUARDS who patrol on a voluntary basis. There has been an increase of crime in our area. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU ATTEND THIS MEETING. Please pass this message on to your Neighbors & Friends who live in Suburbs. SEE YOU AT THE MEETING. ++++++ Read "The Zimbabwean" Newspaper online. just email williamn@newspress. co.zw to subscribe. +++++++ If you live in S.A. or Zim and need a good carpenter, painter, brick layer, domestic worker, seamstress, electrician , motor mechanic, sales rep or anybody honest and hard working, I have numerous names and phone numbers of fellows displaced from camps in S.A.. e mail me on magskriel@mac. com +++++++ AUDITIONS FOR THE CHRISTMAS SHOW AT BULAWAYO THEATRE Do you like to sing, dance, act, design, paint, sew or just love theatre? Come and participate in this year's panto "SANTA IN SPACE" directed by Kelly Bentley, showing in the first 2 weeks of December. The show is full of vivid characters, including Vileun the Vile who lives on planet Varbos and plans to conquer the universe through his wicked schemes, the funny Dame Dangle, the dashing Captain Dick, Crystal who is Santa's beautiful young assistant, cheeky Little Tommy Tucker, a singing, dancing robot and many other fun characters. There will be lots of singing, dancing and comedy! AUDITIONS are as follows: 5.30pm, Friday 5th September: PRINCIPAL ROLES: Vileun the Vile Astra, Vileun's henchwoman Null & Void, comic duo Little Tommy Tucker Dame Dangle Robert(a) the Robot Professor Atnas Captain Dick Daring Crystal The Dancing Doll The Leader of the Varborites The Monster of the Wilderlands Prince Paragon of Varbos Sunday 7th September: 2.00pm: CHORUS, adults & children (includes small speaking parts) 4.00pm: Any more PRINCIPALS Friday 12th September: 5.30pm: Any call-backs & extra auditions PLEASE NOTE: If you can dance, in any genre, please be prepared to dance, wear suitable clothing and prepare a short piece of your choice. If you can sing, please prepare a short piece of your choice. If you would like to contribute your skills behind the scenes in any way in bringing this production to life, please contact Kelly on 0912 368 010 or 65393, or email theatreclub@ netconnect. co.zw +++++++++ We are looking for the Arch lever files. If we receive too many we will give them to others you also need them. we are still able to receive your unused items, which we in turn would sell and that helps our cancer patients. Just contact me on 77972 Please. We will accept anything. books, magazines. glasses, crockery, clothing, linens blankets. etc Thank you one and all for your continued support. Yours in Hospice Peggy Schonken +++++ Please be advised that the jumble sale scheduled for the 16th August was postponed at the last minute. We have however rescheduled for the 30th August from 11.00am onwards. 20/20 cricket will also be taking place. Your support would be most welcome. Please contact: Agnes 0912 346 350 Moira 011 432 506 Sue 0912 220 600 +++++++ Rhona Hayes will be moving from Lancet House to Halyet House(Just across the road) as from the 1st September. The telephone number will be the same 67156 ; or if trhe phone isn't connected in time, cell 011602747. +++++ Guardian Angels Hannes Botha, Zimbabwe Pensioners Support SA Gees Fruit & Vegetables Ascot Farm Supplies Lollies of Roodepoort, SA Lee Gillmaster Quadrill Quilters, Helderkruin SA Andy Lang White Star Poultry Friends @ Mussina Mrs Bristow Beit Bridge Mrs Bancroft, Falcon College Tina Chase & Tracey Tugwell Trish Fenn Mrs Tavaris Mr Germanis Mr D Lenton Les & Craig Hunt Helen & Tim White Kershelmar Dairies +++++++ There is a guy going around selling fishing rods, reels and rubber worms also a knife set. He is wearing a reddish/pinkish jacket and he calls himself Sydney and says he stays in Heyman Road, Suburbs. If he comes to your premises trying to sell these goods please have him arrested as he stole them from me. This guy has already tried selling the goods at Cheese Man so not sure where else he will be trying to sell them. My contact details are as follows: Willem De Wet 011420562 or 71588 or 256365 ++++++++++++ 7) HARARE NEWS ++++++++++++ 8) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES House to rent offered Bradfield - detached - three bedrooms. Neat and easy maintenance. e-mail ordy@mango.zw ++++++++ Can you help ? I am a mature professional lady looking for a 2 bedroom flat or house in CBD or low density suburbs. I want it for December /January. No pets,kids, very clean will look after your property . Just email me on felly300@hotmail. com +++++++++ Three bedroomed flat available in modern block close to town. Security and covered parking. No children or pets. RM required. Tel O912-431-845 ++++++++++++ Are you tired of the city life and want a quiet and secure property but only 20 minutes out of Bulawayo. We have a lovely home, with pretty gardens, a borehole, good birdlife and a beautiful view. We are looking for someone who enjoys gardening and will care for our family home, in return for a low rental. This property has to be seen to be appreciated. Contact elgrae@it.bw for further information and to view. +++++++ 9) VEHICLES CARS FOR SALE FORD RANCHERO V8 1972 AUTOMATIC TOYOTA SURF 1988 AUTOMATIC NISSAN SENTRA 1994 AUTOMATIC DAEWOO 1996 TOYOTA WYNDOM 1996 CHRYSLER VOYAGER 1997 AUTOMATIC NISSAN SUNNY 1999 4 X 4 EAGLE 2004 PHONE CELL: 011 630 938 or evenings after 6.30 p.m. 240492 ++++++ NISSAN SUNNY FOR SALE White, 1994 model in excellent condition. One owner, 178 000km, mags and air- conditioner. Please call 011 213 344 or 66703 / 70749 for further information. ++++++++ Vehicle for sale: 1998 Nissan, 2.7 Diesel, Hardbody, Double Cab, 175000kms. Totally original, regularly serviced and in very good condition. Land line: 09 255864 or Cell: 011212309 +++++++ We are selling our Toyota Carina Automatic Silver Grey in good condition 1991 model Need to sell Urgently Good price Please phone Charmain on 0912414081 or David on 011648243 ++++++ WANTED: VINTAGE VEHICLES LOOKING FOR CARS TO RESTORE MYSELF. PARTICULARLY JAGUAR MACH II, CHEV 1950/55/56 COUPES AND 2 DOOR FORDS. I AM WILLING TO LOOK AT ANY CONDITION CAR AND WOULD APPRECIATE HELP IN TRACKING DOWN PEOPLE WHO NEED TO/ OR WOULD LIKE TO SELL THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE. PAYMENT CAN BE MADE IN SA IF DESIRED. MANY THANKS ENTHUSIAST FROM CAPE TOWN AND CBC OLD BOY Phil Steynberg t&f 021-972 1444 m 082 566 566 9 redapplecatering@ telkomsa. net +++++++++ FOR SALE: Mazda 323 hatch back, 1989, US 4000. Contact:023810218/ 246233 (after hrs ) Nexus Nx 950 Generator, US 200, Contact:023810218/ 246233 (after hrs ) +++++ FOR SALE MERCEDES BENZ E280 124 SERIES 1995 MODEL IN MINT CONDITION TEL 0912339934 +++++ FOR SALE MAZDA B2600 - 1994 petrol pick-up, Drifter 4x4. Gear box needs attention. R45000.00. Phone 011808063 +++ For all your engine oils and spark plugs at reasonable rates : 20W50 AND 15W40 Both in 5 Litres (Plenty stocks) @ R300.00each or Z$ equivalent. NGK Spark plugs @ R15.00each or Z$ equivalent. Regards, Monica - 0912 411462 or pssales@mweb. co.zw ++++++++++++ 10)) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED I am desperate to find an urgent lift for a friend in need from Chegutu to the Botswana border....or Francistown. Rose lives is Chegutu, her mother has recently passed away. (Rose looked after her until she died so the bond is very strong) Rose is lost, depressed, and alone. Doesn't know what to do first. I have advised that she not do anything right away. To come here for a break, relax, think, see, be with friends, talk things out, only then can she make a constructive decision with a clear mind. But I have no way of getting her here. She has very little money and cannot afford a bus or flight....has no transport of her own. In fact she like many others I know, is stuck between a rock and a hard place. I can travel from Maun to the border to collect her from there.....but cannot come through to Zim to do the whole trip......Perhaps you know of someone who can help? Or put me in touch with some one who can help? Heather From: bboutique@botsnet. bw ++++++++++++ 11) SEEKING FRIENDS ++++++++++++ 2) SITUATIONS VACANT Island Hospice is looking for a registered state registered nurse to join our services. who will need a current driving licence. and willing to do palliative care nursing for our cancer patients. Please advertise this for us. They can contact us on Telephone 77972 for an interview. (to start immediately) Package details to be discussed. +++++ Sales Manager required for a Custom Clearing and Forwarding Organisation. The candidate must be computer literate and have a sound knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages. Must be able to relate to our customers and be hands on in solving queries and problems that arise within the clearing sphere. The Candidate will also act as backup to operations and must be able to assist with Zimra queries should the need arise. Must have a valid driving license, with at least 5 years experience in a similar position Please email CV to zuk50809@emirates. net.ae ++++++ Bookkeeper wanted, with good working knowledge of Pastel Internal Audits, and Cost Control. Must have previous experience and references. Computer literate in Pastel, Word, Excel etc. Please send complete CV to the following:- The Human Resources Manager P.O. Box 6001 Morningside Bulawayo ++++++ JOBS OFFERED FOR THE FOLLOWING 2x Builders. Experienced, mature and responsible 2x mechanics. 1 for light vehicles and the other for heavy vehicles. Experience and maturity. Astra Building Centre 106 H.Chitepo St Bulawayo jabu@astrabuilding. co.zw +++++++++ Professional Repairs & Maintenance o Domestic & Commercial Appliances o Industrial Machinery o Pool & Borehole Pumps o Electric Gates o Anything Electrical Jack Engelbrecht 0912 312 045 011 404 750 Bus. 65970 home 282160 +++++ SEEKING BOOKKEEPER We are looking for a full day bookkeeper to join the John Love Motors team in January 2009. Job Entails:- Accounts up to year end using pastel Excel spread sheets Monthly returns Various administration duties If you are interested please e-mail your c.v to clove@jlmotors. co.zw or phone 717/3/4 and speak to Mrs Love or Lesley. +++++++ We are looking to employ: * a Gardener with gardening experience and traceable references. * a Maid / Child Minder, preferably middle aged with traceable references. Husband and Wife team would be perfect. Accommodation and a good salary offered. Please contact Mrs Nesbitt on 282400 or email lee@nandb.co. zw ++++++++++++ 13) MISCELLANEOUS I would be so grateful if there is anyone that knows about, or is able to source Natpro Cream , for use instead of HRT. Please contact me on 63656 or 246233. Thank you so much. +++++++ BRAND NEW UN-USED UK IMPORTED WEDDING DRESS I have a friend with a beautiful off-white, size 10, wedding dress that has not yet been worn. It was bought and unfortunately circumstances changed, prior to the wedding. I would love for a well deserving bride to enjoy this dress. Please contact shearing@yoafrica. com ++++++ Want to do caring? Country Cousins is one of the UK's leading specialist introductory agencies, providing temp live-in carers to a diverse client base. If you have the right to work in the UK and enjoy caring for the elderly, then give me a call or email me for details. Contact Glynis Chalk on harare 04 499782 (land line) 023 232 641 (cell) Email chalkie@africaonlin e.co.zw ++++ FOR SALE - VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. 1 Teak adjustable headboard/King- Queen-double 1x Queen Base and Mattress 1 Phillips 20" colour T.V. with remote 1 dressing table with mirror 1 dressing table stool 1 chest of draws 1 dusty pink 14x12 carpet and underfelt 1 chest of draws 1 9x12 blue carpet 2 mukwa chairs 2 wall mirrors 1 executive office desk and chair 1 bermese teak table 1 computer table 1 Canon fax phone - B155 - only used once 1 Hewlett packard - deskjet printer - only used once 1 computer complete with speakers - modem etc. 1 wooden filing cabinet 1 steel filing cabinet 1 book case 1 9x12 olive green carpet 1 small cupboard with draws ideal for sewing cupboard 1 adam bede entrance hall table with draw 1 silk wall hanging 1 10 kg heavy duty giant capacity PLUS super cycle top loader washing machine - hoover 1 defy tumble dryer 1 imperial chest deep freeze 1 double door fridge master - as new needs compressor 1 double door fridge - electrolux - needs compressor 1 ocean fridge - very good condition 1 wooden bar cabinet with built in fridge 1 welsh dresser/round dining room table and 6 chairs 1 wooden lead glass display cabinet 1 imported red carpet with underfelt 1 teak biltong cutter 1 railway lamp 1918 collectors item 1 phillips 20" colour t.v. with remote 1 panasonic colour t.v. with remote 24" 1 20" colour t.v. 1x20" Mitsubishi t.v. colour 1x sansui Home theatre system - 7 piece - as new 1x sansui D.V.D. 1x sansui nicam 6 head video machine - as new 1 vivid decoder 1 satellite dish 1x t.v. video display cabinet - mukwa 1 room divider - mahogany 1 display cabinet with lead glass doors and side shelves 1 14x16 ft brown carpet 1 corner black-glass -brass corner music center stand set of black glass and brass centre table and 4 s/s/ tables 1 teak table with 4 director chairs 1 wooden plant stand 1 round nest of tables 1 lounge suite 1x3 seater 2x rocking chairs 2 chairs (5 piece 1 centre table 2 small tables 1 lock up t.v. and video cabinet with draws 1 9x12 grey carpet 2 monarch steel upright cupboards 1 wrought iron 2 seater bench 1 wrought iron table with glass 1 hoover tumble dryer - needs attention 1 teak lounge suite 1x3 seater - 1x2 seater - as new with upholstered cushions 1 wardrobe 2 lengths irrigation piping with sprinklers 1 security pole with light 1 wet and dry vacuum clear 1 3 brush columbus floor polisher 1 kenwood chef 1 pedestal fan 1 lounge suite 2x2 seater 2x1 seater - draylon 1 standard lamp and shade 1 soda club Maxi with 3 gas bottles/ and 6 plastic soda bottles assorted brass, silver and glass ornaments new and used glassware imported 4 piece dinner service - new still in box 8 piece dinner service - new never used Please contact Y.Sims work days am 464445/469701 - pm 245256 assaylab@mweb. co.zw or gysims@mweb. co.zw ++++++ FOR SALE 2 X ARMCHAIRS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION REUPHOLSTERED IN GOOD IMPORTED FABRIC. R850 CONTACT : 76682 OFFICE HOURS +++++++ Looking to buy: 1) A Lay-z-boy reclining chair in good condition, and 2) A rowing exercise machine. Please phone Shirley - 0912 240 350. ++++++ ZiminsureOnline : Still throwing money away on Zim dollar insurance? Insure in US dollars Claims paid out in forex. Restore confidence in insurance products, on cars, houses and business. Contact our website WWW.ziminsure. Com or email info@ziminsure. Com or Phone 09 883081 / 4 Seychelles : Self catering beach cottage to rent on La Digue Island Seychelles: Email : terry@netconnect. co.zw Tel : 263 9 241224 (h) Cell : 011 257 157 ++++++ Looking to Buy : Top Soil Manure and also looking to buy : Baby High Chair Play Pen Phone Debbie on 78462-3 (work) or 252616 (home) ++++ For Sale : Engine oils in 5 Litres - 15W40 (Diesel) and 20W50 (Diesel / Petrol) - Plenty stocks available @R300.00 each, also got NGK spark plugs @R15.00 each - call Monica 0912 411462 Thankyou, +++++ WANTED : I collect old records - LP's , SINGLES & 78 RPM's Pop, Rock and country - NO easy listening or classical. Items should be in nice condition. Please drop me a line, and I will get in touch with you. Recordcollector from the Netherlands, F.vanderwerf@ planet.nl ++++++ 3) WANTED TO PURCHASE Wanted old fashioned type "Baby Cot" metal or wood - any condition please call 0912 234 608 +++++ "Would like to swop 12.5kg Snowflake Brown Bread Flour for 12.5kg White Bread or Cake Flour. Tel Barbara 79346 am only" ++++++ King's Auction Centre will sell your unwanted goods. Please bring us your furniture, household appliances, antiques and collectibles, smalls (china, books, kitchen appliances, tools, toys etc), cars, boats, caravans, office equipment - in fact we are able to sell almost anything. Collections can be arranged (free from Garden Park and Coronation Cottages). We also do on-site sales if you are downsizing your business, and we are able to do on- site house sales if you are relocating. We are located at 141A Fife Street (between 14th and 15th Avenues). Telephone 70316 or 880058/126/918. ++++ Manure. Free from King's Equestrian Centre at Ascot Racecourse. Bring your own sacks and labour, and collect as much as you want! Telephone Samantha on 0912 921719. ++++++ FIREWOOD WANTED : The Bulawayo Shelter needs firewood ( any old scraps ) for cooking and heating. If you can help with a donation please e mail Myles Thompson at threempa@mweb. co.zw or phone the Superintendent, Peter Machida on 79983, and we will collect. Thank you. ++++ ARE YOU OVERSEAS AND HAVE ELDERLY LOVED ONES IN BULAWAYO AND ARE CONCERNED ABOUT THEIR WELFARE? WORRY NO MORE WE ARE TWO STATE REGISTERED NURSES (LOOKING TO RETURN TO BULAWAYO ASAP). WE ARE WELL KNOWN IN BULAWAYO WITH MANY YEARS EXPERIENCE, WHO WILL BE HAPPY TO LOOK AFTER ALL THEIR NEEDS. WE ARE WILLING TO UNDERTAKE HOME AND HOSPITAL VISITS TO CHECK ON DIET, HEALTH AND THE LIKE. WE WILL TAKE CARE OF EVERYTHING. WE WILL MAKE SURE THEIR DIET IS HEALTHY, NUTRITIONAL AND SUFFICIENT WE ARE PREPARED TO TRAVEL TO BOTSWANA AND SOUTH AFRICA TO PURCHASE MEDICATION THAT IS UNAVAILABLE AND TO BUY GROCERIES. REPORTS WILL BE GIVEN REGULARLY TO RELATIVES AND LOVED ONES. WE WILL TAKE THEM FOR ANY APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED AND TAKE THEM OUT FOR SOCIAL OCCASIONS I.E. LUNCH, THEATRE AND WHATEVER ELSE IS ON. IF THE PERSON CONCERNED HAS ANY PARTICULAR INTEREST WE WILL ENSURE THEY PARTAKE. WE CAN SUGGEST A CARE PLAN TO SUIT NEEDS WITH A FLEXIBLE FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENT CONTACT: LYNN MARTIN ON lynndubai@gmail. com +++++ WOWTURF We "Stand Behind Global Education" To prove this we are giving away Rand 1,000 per month for a whole year to our subscribers. Subscription is free. Please read the about section of the website for more information on the site. Visit: http://www.wowturf. org (The Terms and Conditions of the above Promotion have been extended to include all Zimbabweans) +++++ FOR SALE :- Answer to ZESA cuts, TEDELEX INVERTERS with 10 amp 'fast' chargers Plug and play - Mweb & Mutichoice approved 600watt, 12volt and 1200watt, 24volt 1800watt, 24volt here soon!! Supplied complete with PROBE 110ah Deep Cycle batteries. SOLAR WATER HEATERS(GEYSER) New VACUUM Tube technology!! High efficiency - Minimal heat loss at night! Stainless Steel Tanks, Freestanding and roof mounting, Gravity and Pressure models available, Pressure model includes Electric back-up heating. Contact - Dave on 68387/9, 0912600991 +++++ A BRAND NEW SUPERFLOW SWIMMING POOL PUMP 30 BRAND NEW SECURITY LIGHT FOR HOUSES AND DURAL WALLS 6* 30M BRAND NEW FENCING 3* SEWING MACHINES, INDUSTRIAL HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE contacts 011561456, 230625, 880266 +++++ NOW OPEN!!!!!!!! !!!! EEZEE KAMPING HAS RE-OPENED AT NO 5 CHATHAM ROAD BELMONT , NEXT TO THE SWIFT DEPOT. LOADS OF HASSLE FREE PARKING! IN STOCK: FISHING HOOKS, BASS HOOKS, WORMS, MAXIMA/SPORTEX LINE, LEISURE QUIP AND MOTO-QUIP ACCESSORIES including recharge lights, compressors , battery chargers and lots more! WE ARE ALSO ABLE TO SELL ALL YOUR UNWANTED OR SURPLUS CAMPING /FISHING EQUIPMENT ON COMMISSION. CASH FLOW PERMITTING WE WILL BUY OUTRIGHT! CONTACT: DANIEL ON 64949 /62105 / 011420841 OR EMAIL: ezeekamp@mweb. co.zw WHILST SHOPPING.... .. WE INVITE YOU TO VISIT OUR COFFEE SHOP (IN EEZEE KAMPING) - FOR A WARMING CUP OF COFFEE / TEA AND A TASTY MEAL. DSTV FULL SPORTS COVERAGE!! OUR MENU OFFERS: FULL ENGLISH BREAKFAST (BAIT BOX) BACON & EGG ROLL (FIRST BITE) BOEREWORS ROLL (ROD & REEL) BEEF BURGER (TENT & TUCK) STEAK ROLL (FIRESIDE) SADSA & STEW HOURS OF BUSINESS: MON TO FRI: 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. WE WILL BE OPENING ON SATURDAYS - BY POPULAR DEMAND, FROM SATURDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER!! CONTACT JILL ON 70591 OR 011 444 546 TO PLACE YOUR ORDER! +++++++ COMPUTER FOR SALE Sahara 15" screen, keyboard and mouse. 160KB ram, 20GB, Intel Celeron processor 1.2GH, CD rom and CD writer. Please call 011 213 344 or 66703. +++++ NISSAN SUNNY FOR SALE White, 1994 model in excellent condition. One owner, 178 000km, mags and air- conditioner. Please call 011 213 344 or 66703 / 70749 for further information. ++++++ WANTED Does anyone have a Silkie (Bantam) Rooster for sale? Tel: 233897 or 011614273 or 011404305 +++++ Proteus Exercise Bicycle for sale Tel: 09-473391 Incredibly healthy Far Infrared Saunas now available in 2, 3 and 4 person sizes They help to:- * expel toxins from the body * reduce stress and fatigue * reduce cellulite and benefit your skin * control weight * ease pain and aid healing * provides same effects as exercise * improves immune system For more information and to view please contact Terence on 09-473391 or 011 630 553 ++++++++ Alliance franaise de Bulawayo Miss Johanna Voltz, a French teacher who is currently teaching French at the University of Zimbabwe, is here with us for attachment until the 22nd of August 2008. Miss Voltz is proposing conversation classes to all our students and members who are interested. There will be four - 1 hour sessions of French Oral Lessons every week: Beginners Level French Conversation Monday: 4pm to 5pm Tuesday: 4pm to 5pm Intermediate/ Advanced Level French Conversation Wednesday: 4pm to 5pm Thursday: 4pm to 5pm Miss Voltz will also be available for consultation for those who are doing French Literature at school. French Private lessons with her for those who need special attention on a one-on-one basis could also be arranged. Don't miss out on a great opportunity! ! Learn how to speak French like a pro from a pro!! Do not hesitate to contact Lovejoy or Johanna on (09) 250245 for more information. A bientt! Fabien INVERNIZZI Director Alliance franaise de Bulawayo 61 Heyman Road, Suburbs Bulawayo - ZIMBABWE Tel : (+263) 9 250 245 Adresse lectronique : afbyo@mweb.co. zw Site Internet : www.afzim.org ++++++++ WANTED in Bulawayo - 1 washing machine - 1 swimming pool net Please call Agnes 09-231 226 or 011-378 357 ++++++ FOR SALE: "U and ME " baby camp cot; Brand new pine baby cot; R1500 for both or R 800 ea, Contact: 230097 /0912236240 +++++++ Do you have any gardening tools that are surplus to your requirements? Hillside Dams Conservancy is looking for what ever you can donate. Contact Ian Johnston on 237240, 242490, 011215373, jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw. ++++++ Our receipt no 7621 Need ADVICE and HELP planning a WEDDING / BIRTHDAY / CELEBRATION? IAN JOHNSTON is the very knowledgeable person to assist you. For further details call IAN JOHNSTON on 237240 or 011 215 373 e-mail jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw ++++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES If you are PREGNANT and want to know all about pregnancy, LABOUR and what to do with your NEWBORN BABY look no further. I offer a PROFESSIONAL COURSE of 6 classes giving you LOTS of information that you'll need to know and answer your queries. I offer a CONDENSED COURSE for "out of townwers" or women who have transport problems. I can also be your "BIRTH ATTENDANT" and be with you while you're in labour helping you to BREATHE and PUSH properly. Please contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (H) 237240 or 011 728 350 or (W) 474277 or 466741 - 8 am to midday e-mail jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw +++++++ Decoders for Sale 2 x 910 Decoders , Black in colour , impeccable condition, almost new decoders for sale HCO. Please phone Trindie on 011 211 008 all day or 240148 after 3pm. ++++++ Household Items for Sale 2 Whitestone Way,Burnside 13th Sept 2008 9am-12pm Whole house must go Phone Anita on 245488 for more details ++++++++ Ladies toiletries for sale: Ambi set r35 Lillet regular r50 Lillet multi pack r 100 Shield roll on r20 Soap r10 Satskin lotion r35 Sadie roll on r35 Johnsons powder r20 Shower gel r40 Lux shower gel r35 Nivea shower gel r45 Playgirl deoderant r30 Nivea deoderant r50 Contact: 0912857376/ 011915611 ++++++ For all your PLUMBING / ELECTRICAL / REFRIGERATION installations, maintenance or repairs - domestic or industrial. Contact Rob Sinclair on Byo 226188 or cell 023 894 793 email chtommy@mweb. co.zw +++++ FOR SALE: Yamaha IT 175, coils burnt out but in fairly good condition,comes with spare tyres. 15 hp Mariner boat motor. Contact;023515488/ 246233 A/Hrs +++++++ A first in Bulawayo! If you have a bird collection, or even just 1, please forward us the details. (Type of bird, ring number, name, your contact details etc) We will compile a data base, so if your bird(s) go missing we can try and reunite it with the owner with as little stress as possible. We will also advertise your birds on your behalf and make sure it goes to a safe loving home if you downsizing or leaving. Each week we will send out an adverts page to all subscribers, so if you want to buy/sell cages, seed, toys etc please email us. This is a free service, and could save your bird!! byobirds@gmail. com +++++ Margaret Bernard at Pet Hilton happy to look after your pet while you are away, or if you have a bitch in season; and Christopher is back from leave and able to beautify your dog. Kindly phone 242979 for bookings. ++++++ For Sale Cell Phones Nokia N73 Nearly New R 1750 Nokia 6300 Brand New R 1450 Nokia 6234 Nearly New R1250 Nokia 6230i Nearly New R 1050 Motorola L6 Nearly New R 850 All of the above phones come in original boxes with all ear pieces, CD's and all other accessories. Oakley Shoes Size 11 - 12 New R 500 Island Style shoes Size 11 - 12 New R 350 Call for more details Clint 011 423068 or 230478 ++++++ Budget Pack Available - Buy a ready-made grocery pack for your domestic worker or even your employees with salt, oil, green bar, and sugar, or make your own order and we will deliver. Call us on 218873 or 0912 248614 +++++ Tarpaulin for 30 tonne truck for sale call 218873 or 011862813 ++++++ YUMMY chocolate cakes for sale. Just need 24hours notice. Contact Tanya on 011610702 ++++++ Kathy's Pet Parlour - for dogs and cats Styled haircuts for all breeds. Grooming including removing knotted undercoats. Shampoo and conditioning, dipping for fleas and ticks. Pedicures. Telephone: 67573 or 67896, if no reply call 60468 or simply call in, at 4 Fourth Avenue/ Josiah Tongagara Street ++++++ IF YOUR HOME IS UNHAPPY BECAUSE SOMEONE DRINKS TOO MUCH WE CAN HELP YOU FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF PROBLEM DRINKERS Ask yourself because of someone else's drinking ............ . Am I worried ? Am I losing sleep ? Do I feel sorry for myself, inadequate or guilty ? Am I ashamed of my situation ? Do I ever feel embarrassed by the drinker's behaviour ? Do I make excuses for the drinker and take on his / her responsibilities ? Am I tired, nervous and depressed ? Am I short-tempered and frustrated at times ? Do I often feel desperate and alone ? Tuesday evenings 6.00 pm 45 Matopos Road, Famona, Bulawayo. This is on the service road between 23rd Ave and the red brick sub-station on the left going out of town. PLEASE NOTE NEW VENUE AND TIME. Thursday lunchtime 1 pm (or as near as) Main Street Methodist Church , corner of 11th Avenue (entrance in small gate to the house), Bulawayo Phone: AlAnon 011 218 314, 011 404 411 +++++ ALISTAIR NCUBE IS AN EXCELLENT PAINTER, BUILDER, ALL ROUND HANDYMAN. HE CAN BE CONTACTED THROUGH MR VAN ROOYEN ON 243054 +++++ CLINIQUE CARESS now offers their new Express Therapy Treatment. Do you have 15 minutes to unwind ? Call us on 60160 or 011 701 277 ++++++ COMPUTER FOR SALE Sahara 15" screen, keyboard and mouse. 160KB ram, 20GB, Intel Celeron processor 1.2GH, CD rom and CD writer. Please call 011 213 344 or 66703. +++++++ Rhona Hayes will be moving from Lancet House to Halyet House(Just across the road) as from the 1st September. The telephone number will be the same 67156 ; or if trhe phone isn't connected in time, cell 011602747. ++++++ "DSTV decoder for sale. 6 months old, excellent condition. Phone 011 363 387." Jo-Hannah Lavey Humanitarian Accountability Team Leader World Vision Zimbabwe Relief Office 7 Birkenhead Road, Belmont, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Mobile +[263] 11363387 | Jo-Hannah_Lavey@ wvi.org World Vision | Building a better world for children | www.wvi.org ++++++ HAVE YOUR FUNCTION AT GRANITE RIDGE IN THE MATOPOS.... WEDDINGS, BIRTHDAYS, SEMINARS, STAFF PARTY or ANY FUNCTION. DINNERS, BRAAIS or SOMETHING ON THE SPIT. BRING THE MATES AND HAVE A RELAXING WEEKEND IN THE MATOPOS. CONTACT: DAVE HARRISON PHONE: 0912215758 EMAIL:graniteridge@ mweb.co.zw ++++++++++++ 14) TIDBITS On going through a box of old newspaper cuttings the other day Ants came across the following which is from The Chronicle 1992. Things haven't changed much!! MISERABLE LIVING Life is grim in Zimbabwe to-day. There are no toys for the kids to play. It will improve if ESAP works So they say with a smirk. Life gets tedious, doesn't it? If you're thirsty,don' t come here. They've just put up the price of beer. Fags cost more, so does food. The povo are in an angry mood. Life gets tedious, doesn't it? Sugar, walk the streets to find. It really is an awful bind. Mealie-meal has changed to yellow. We cannot eat it. They all bellow. Life gets tedious, doesn't it? There is no water in the river. Power cuts make you shiver. Taps will soon run dry so they say. You only bath on Saturday. Life gets tedious, doesn't it? Go on holiday to play in the sand. Exchange your dollars for some rand. Fill in forms and stand in queues. Answer questions and look bemused. Life gets tedious, doesn't it? You cannot afford to be ill. Exorbitant to buy a pill. Try your best to keep well. Or all your goods you'll have to sell. Money spend, taxes paid. Tighten belt and sack the maid. Back to work and slave more. I wonder what we are working for! Life gets tedious, doesn't it? J.A.S. Bulawayo. ++++++++++ Though force can protect in emergency, only justice, fairness, consideration and cooperation can finally lead men to the dawn of eternal peace. -Dwight D. Eisenhower, U.S. general and 34th president (1890-1969) ++++++ Peace I leave with you My peace i give unto you. Let not your heart be troubled Neither let it be afraid. John 14:27