Morning Mirror Edition 886 - 08/072020 MORNING MIRROR WEBSITE www.morningmirror.africanherd.com 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. EDITORIAL Its an absolute priority !! Pockets in trousers!! What a question Men always have pockets in their pants, so why can they not be obligatory in women's pants I know it's more slimming to have no pockets, I am an expert on slimming secrets, but to insert "make believe" pockets or no pockets at all I ask you with tears in my eyes.. It's the phone that caused the problem. HeeHoo has always said, if he is to buy me an iPhone, then I must answer it !! Fair enough, but my ears are not so good these days, and the only way I can be certain to hear my phone is to feel it jiggle in my pocket ........ I am not good at talking on the phone, I need to be able to lip read so whats the point of a mobile phone. Except HeeHoo has commanded that I have one and that I answer it when he calls, immediately if not sooner.. Which leads me to the reason that I am writing this load of nonsense... Yesterday, I lost my phone, it was one of those awful moments as I scrabbled frantically in my handbag, with assistance from the kind fellow passenger sitting in the seat next to me, and with the all encompassing assistance of those glowering eyebrows, which only HeeHoo knows how to use. I knew where it was, it had to be, it could only be .... in the airplane toilet .. but horrors, the seat belt sign had just been activated, and so I could not leave my seat and go and locate said phone!! I suppose its possibly the only person who scares me more than HeeHoo - the captain of a Boeing 737!! Fortunately the flight attendant was passing by checking on recalcitrant passengers and their seat belts and I enlisted her assistance in my hapless cause. An iPhone Left in a loo What possible chance would one give for the safe return of such a coveted item on an airplane of 500 odd people bound for the Middle East Those eyebrows were getting blacker and blacker, I was squirming in obvious distress as I have a bad track record of losing all things "Apple" .... But after all what does a girl do when her brand new, super duper slimming, hip- hugging denim jeans have no pockets It was the glorious saleslady's fault. Yereva !! She could sell ice to an eskimo and she persuaded me quite easily, to throw all iPhone caution to the wind and buy this non functional item of clothing. And so consequently, not a pocket in sight, I had left my precious iPhone in the loo....... Sob, squirm, all eyes on this careless wife that tends to lose "all things Apple". And then miracle of miracles, wonder of wonders, there it was cradled in her smiling palm, thank you to all those wonderfully honest people in the world. My faith in mankind was totally restored, I I shall go immediately to a mobile phone shop and buy one of those ugly clip on phone carriers that can wiggle and jiggle on my hip without ruining my silhouette!! ++++ WATCHDOG Wonder Mpofu if an expert rose pruner. Courteous and affordable and excellent a his profession. It's that time again we do our lovely gardens of roses. For those interested in my services of pruning roses they contact me on. 0776105842 0717263269 ++++ Edith Duly Nursing Home Is struggling to obtain wood for their ancient but delightful old wood stove. Are there any samaritans in Bulawayo who could help them out Ask for Precious or Leila or one of the matrons. Herewith our contact numbers Home - 09 205769 Office - 09 205825 mornings only Thank you so much to the always generous Bulawayo Community. ++++ 2) Notices and Events THE ACADEMY AND PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO The Academy office is open from 9.00 to 1.00 every day Monday to Friday. Academy facilities are available for hire as in the past. DVDs continue as detailed below. The Note, the Academy coffee shop, is open under new management and is available for take-aways and deliveries. It is hoped that teaching can resume on Monday 27 July and there can be two ten-week terms before the end of the year. THURSDAYS 9, 16 & 23 JULY AT 7.00 P.M. THE LAST KINGDOM The saga continues! King Aethelred leads an army into the confrontation with the Danes and Uhtred and Brida come to a parting of the ways... Hang around until Episode 3... and substantive themes begin to take shape that give this series a distinctive personality. [New York Times] 'The Last Kingdom' stands alone, and excels at telling a story both compelling and unique.[ScreenRant] Admission:$70.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 10 JULY AT 7.00 P.M. GOUNOD: LA NONNE SANGLANTE The plot of Gounod's opera 'La Nonne sanglante' (The Bleeding Nun) is drawn from Matthew Lewis's once-famous 1796 novel 'The Monk'. The subject is a Gothic melodrama featuring warring families, two lovers, and the vengeful spectre of the Nun, to which Gounod responds with music that fuses Romanticism with the supernatural on the grandest scale. This ground-breaking production features memorable set pieces enhanced by the stark drama of the stage setting and brilliant cinematic lighting effects. Every single voice is a pleasure to hear: clear, steady, elegant, pleasant in timbre, in tune, and on the beat. Laurence Equilbey is in full command from the podium of all her forces, leading with energy and grace, and the orchestra and chorus are in stellar form. [Fanfare] The set is plain, with video projections, and the costumes mostly monochrome. Bobee treats the drama with respect...The real weight of the action falls on the shoulders of Rodolphe. Michael Spyres is first-rate, he sings throughout with generous, open-throated tone. And Laurence Equilbey conducts her choral and orchestral forces with passion. [Gramophone] Admission: $70.00 [free to Red Carpet members] FRIDAY 17 JULY AT 7.00 P.M. BEETHOVEN 250 Continuing the celebrations of Beethoven's 250th birthday, there's a mixed bag of chamber and orchestral music all dating from between around 1798 and 1806: String Quartet No.1 in F major [Wihan Quartet] Piano Concerto No.1 in C major [Barenboim] Sonata No.23 in F minor - 'Appassionata' [Barenboim] Symphony No.4 in B flat major [VPO/Bernstein] The Wihan's playing commands the greatest respect. This is the real thing by surely one of the best quartets in the world today. [International Record Review] The challenges of serving as conductor and soloist are undoubtedly considerable, but Barenboim, performing entirely from memory and without a score, makes it look easy and natural. Even while fully engaged in his role as soloist, Barenboim never loses command of the orchestra. [Amazon] With the 'Appassionata', he [Barenboim] brings vital, keenly argued playing. His patrician address of the keyboard and quiet demeanour in the service of a composer he so clearly loves speak to us eloquently. [Gramophone] The 4th is an absolute blast for start to finish. [Amazon] Admission: $70.00[free to Red Carpet members] ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds My sincere condolences to the Middeldorf family on the sad news of Naty's passing. Long time neighbours of the Wilson family. Maureen Wells (nee Wilson). mbmgwells@gmail.com ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column Pet Hilton Kennels and Cattery for the best care of your pet when going away, or when your bitch is in season. Nick available to do parlour work on all breeds; and to train dogs for domestic use (when over 1 year old). Tel Margaret Bernard on 2242979 or 0775 043983 for enquiries or bookings....... ++++ 8) Bulawayo News SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS APPEAL FOR HELP Our shop shelves are bare, our kennels are struggling, Pease help! We need to restock our shop shelves and would appreciate any unwanted saleable household goods, books, magazines, jam jars, clothing, ornaments, glassware, crockery etc. Absolutely anything we can sell to make money to help our kennels. We have Ecocash for your convenience. Donations for our kennels can be dropped off at our shop. The kennels are always in need of old newspapers. SHOP HOURS Monday 2pm - 3.45pm Tuesday 9am - 12 pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm Wednesday 9am - 12pm 2pm - 3.45pm Thursday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15 pm Friday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm First Saturday of each month 9am -10.45am ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) PROPERTY FOR SALE OR TO RENT FOR SALE - BOATS House boat and miscellaneous boats for sale. Contact: 0712871455/0775306392 ++++ Property Wanted Rental _ Looking for full house western surbubs. Must be secure, walled & gated. Alternatively 1 bedroom cottage/flat areas near CBD Contact 0772 641 127 ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO HOUSES FOR SALE BARHAM GREEN - $45 000 3 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge cum dining room, kitchen, domestic quarters, fenced, walled and gated. MAHATSHULA - $50 000 Brick under tile, lounge, fire place, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bic's, bathroom, separate toilet, veranda, storeroom, walled & gated. Stand size: 600m SUNNINGHILL - $60 000 3 bedrooms, 3 bic's, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge/dining room combined, fitted kitchen, veranda, domestic quarters, tool shed, storeroom, braai area, swimming pool, fenced, walled and gated. Stand size: 4062m KILLARNEY - $85 000 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining room, fenced and gated, Land size 4747m2. KILLARNEY - $100 000 Brick Under Tile dwelling comprising, lounge, fire place, dining room, 3 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, fitted kitchen, veranda, double carport, 3 roomed domestic quarters, walled and gated. Stand size: 4059m BURNSIDE - $100 000 4 bedroomed house with a lot potential comprising lounge, sunken lounge, fitted kitchen, dining room, main ensuite, family bathroom and toilet, laundry, two roomed cottage, single garage and a double carport, empty swimming pool, working borehole, braai area, walled and gated. RIVERSIDE - $100 000 Incomplete 4 bedroomed house with a complete neat cottage, walled and gated MATSHEUMHLOPE - $110 000 3 bedrooms, lounge with fire place, dining room, fitted kitchen, domestic quarters, borehole, empty swimming pool, walled and gated. Stand Size - 1,12 acres KILLARNEY - $110 000 Brick under tile, lounge, TV Lounge, dining room, 4 bedrooms, 3 BIC's, mes, bathroom, separate toilet, fitted kitchen with hob, oven and extractor fan, breakfast nook, laundry, veranda, double lock up garage, storeroom, working borehole, Walled and gated. Stand size: 4940m HILLSIDE - $200 000 Neat 4 bedroomed house, lounge, fitted kitchen, cottage, swimming pool, working borehole, neat garden, walled and gated. KUMALO - $265 000 Stunning 3 bedroom house comprising 2 lounges, neatly fitted kitchen, swimming pool and borehole, 3 carports, sliding steel gate and electric fenced. Stand Size - 2 390m2 FLATS FOR SALE CBD FLAT - $40 000 1 bedroom, bic's, bathroom, entrance lounge, kitchen (not fitted). ASCOT FLAT - $65 000 Well maintained 2 bedroomed flat comprising ensuite, lounge cum dining and fitted kitchen. Close to Ascot Mall, United Bulawayo Hospital and Nust. SUBURBS - $81 000 BUT, combined lounge/dining room, 3 bedrooms, bic's 3, mes, sep. shower & toilet, fitted kitchen, veranda, d/q, well not working, walled & gated. SUBURBS - $110 000 BUT, combined lounge/dining room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bic'2, mes, dep. bathroom, sep. toilet, fitted kitchen, laundry, carport, storeroom, borehole, walled and gated. RESIDENTIAL STANDS FOR SALE MANNINGDALE - $35 000 Undeveloped stand, ready to build approximately 1 acre. FORTUNES GATE - $90 000 Residential stand approximately 1, 5 acres comprising one bedroom cottage, with a well and a tennis court. CBD STAND - $150 000 Well serviced corner stand in a very good location within the CBD, walled and gated. Land Size - 1190m2 We at Rodor Properties (Pvt) Ltd, take pride in managing your property professionally, in order to safeguard your investments. We understand the importance of maintaining healthy relationships with owners , and tenants alike, and strive to ensure personal and efficient service to all our clients. We are always looking for more properties to sell and rent in all sectors of the property market. We also offer a complete service of property valuations. Email us on: kelvin@rodor.co.zw, resrents@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw or Call: (029) 22 74581/3 or 0773-366207 ++++ Small Holding Wanted 3 ha Joint Venture opportunity. Bulawayo East. Burnside, Lakeside, Riverside South, Willsgrove. For Information Pack kindly email Annetta Holmes atholmes@mweb.co.za Regret no agents. ++++ FOR SALE HOUSES - Woodville - 3 bedroomed on 2 acres land Highmount - 4 Bedroomed, walled and gated TO LET RESIDENTIAL Western Areas: HOUSES - New Magwegwe, Cowdray Park, Pumula East, Mpopoma, Old Pumula, Magwegwe, Emganwini, Nkulumane, and Nketa COMMERCIAL BELMONT - INDUSTRIAL & CBD OFFICES - Lepro Court (CBD) Butchery - Queen's Park East Restaurant/Supermarket/ Bottle Store (CBD) Sanyati Shops Bottle Store - Cocktail Bar in Nkulumane Warehouse - Belmont and Fort Street Farm- Along Khami Road, 400 hectares IAN & CO. REAL ESTATE Registered Valuers, Estate Agents, Auctioneers & Property Managers 111 Josiah Tongogara Street Between 11th / 12th Ave Bulawayo Tel: (0292) 886626 / 886256 Cell: 0712 871 455/ 0775 306 392/0773 653 944 E-mail: ianandcoproperties@gmail.com / dlamsian@gmail.com ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa ++++ 12b) Accommodation and Travel In Botswana ++++ 13) Accommodation and Travel In Zimbabwe ++++ 14) Catering and Food ++++ 15) VEHICLES FOR SALE OR HIRE ++++ 16) Travel and Tours ++++ 17) Computers And Electronics ++++ 18) Lifts Wanted And Offered ++++ 19) Seeking Friends I am Irene Fox nee Schalscha. I was born in Bulawayo on 23/12/40, went to Coghlan and Eveline High School and taught at Thomas Rudland School before marrying and moving to Harare. A second cousin of mine Helen Sheldon who lives in London is searching for information about relatives of hers who emigrated from Germany I believe to the then Rhodesia. She mentions someone by the name of Irene Nordlinger, daughter of John Nordlinger (born 1883) and his wife Kathleen. I quote " Irene apparently settled in Rhodesia where she had 4 children". That's all Helen knows - not even the lady's married name so it's quite a tall order but you never know, there might be someone who remembers. She'd be pleased with any information - names, where they lived and when and perhaps what they did. Another request of Helen's might be easier ... She'd like to know about Harold Cohn and his wife Gillian (nee Baumeister}. Gillian was born in Bulawayo on 4/2/40 so she'd be about 80 now. They had two children also born in Bulawayo, Grant 10/4/62 and Alan 30/7/64. I'm afraid I did not know Gillian but I think she may have gone to Baines Junior School because a friend of mine vaguely remembers the name. Any information about the whole Cohn family would be most welcome. I knew who Harold was because his parents were friends of my parents but I don't think I ever met him. He was quite a lot older than me. Harold worked for the Telephone Company - was it called the P.T.C.way back then I was able to tell Helen a little about Harold's parents: Dr.Werner Cohn and his wife Marie Elizabeth nee Joost. Dr. Cohn was an examiner for Cambridge German Oral and tested me in 1956! His wife played in the Bulawayo Orchestra in the second violins as did my father. They lived in Kumalo on 14 Langdon Road. Can anyone assist in my search Irene Fox irenefoxuk@gmail.com ++++ 20 ) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment experience in caring for elderly persons, domestic work, child-minder and coffee shop attendant. Live out id preferred.Please contact 0775 189 466 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has experience with children. Cheerful and hard-working. Please contact 0712 988 105 ++++ VACANCY - HSSEQ COORDINATOR We are growing! Almond Africa, Bulawayo Branch is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill an opening within our company as an HSSEQ Coordinator. Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety/Environmental Science ISO Certification and HACCP experience Qualifications in security and quality are an added advantage Clean class 4 driver's license Defensive Driving Certificate Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role At least 3 traceable written references Valid passport Desired Attributes: Good leadership skills Stringent quality standards Efficient at prioritising Good verbal and communication skills Excellent report writing ability Conscientious regarding compliance Experience in the services industry is a plus Almond Africa is an equal opportunities employer. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and reference letters to info@almondafrica.com and also for more information on the Job Description. ++++ VACANCY - OPERATIONS MANAGER We are growing! Almond Africa, Bulawayo Branch is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill an opening within our company as an Operations Manager: Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, accounting or economics Clean class 4 driver's license Valid passport Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role with proven track record At least 3 traceable written references Desired Attributes: Technically sound (This is a key requirement) Excellent multi-tasker Strong leadership skills High quality standards Highly organised Good communication skills Self motivated Ability to work under pressure Almond Africa is an equal opportunities employer. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and reference letters to info@almondafrica.com and also for more information on the Job Description. ++++ We are growing! Almond Africa, Bulawayo Branch is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill an opening within our company as a Pest Control Technician: Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Class 1 Journeyman 'C' in 'O' Level Maths and English Criminal Free Record Age - 22 to 55 Clean Class 4 Driver's License Valid Defensive Driving Certificate Desired attributes: Technically sound High quality standards Ability to work under pressure Independent problem solving capability Good hand/eye coordination Works well within a team Good communication skills Overall good health and vitality Presentable and well groomed Awareness of health and safety in the workplace *Successful candidates will undergo a food handler's medical examination* Almond Africa is an equal opportunities employer. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and reference letters to info@almondafrica.com and also for more information on the Job Description. ++++ A mature lady with many years of experience as a Personal Assistant seeks a suitable position. Please call or whatsapp 0783 295 334 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature gentleman seeks employment as a gardener. Has 15 years experience. He would like a job anywhere between Bulawayo and Gweru. Please contact 0777 744 999 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Employer recommended housekeeper. Hard and diligent worker. Very good with children and animals and salesmanship (with 'O' level). Preferably in Hillside, Famona, Montrose or Burnside. Please contact 0772 413 453 (Alexander - employer) or 0773 677 869 ++++ SALES & MARKETING VACANCY - We are looking for a proactive, dependable and self-driven Sales and Marketing Manager with a minimum of 3 years working experience in the logistics / freight industry to join our Bulawayo team, on a full time basis. Key Objectives of the Position - To formulate and implement a marketing plan. To carry out direct sales and pursue sales leads. To bridge the gap between operations requirements and the customers' needs. To maintain and retain clients through customer liaison. To assist in complimentary duties that allows a smooth service delivery. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and reference letters to - freight8191@gmail.com ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT A hard working, mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Good with children with basic cooking. Please contact 0788 074 127 ++++ A mature lady seeks work as a Personal assistant/Secretary/Receptionist. Available to start immediately. Call or WhatsApp 0715 290 274. ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Young hard working lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Able to look after children and your pets. No cooking, but willing to learn. Live out preferred, please contact 0783 562 241 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Good with children, house cleaning, washing, ironing and cooking. Please contact 0776 237 263 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has basic cooking and able to do all the house cleaning and laundry. Good with pets and the elderly. Please contact 0786 951 402 ++++ A young Professional Family is looking for a smart, hardworking, able to cook, wash and clean Live in Maid. An age guide of between 28 and 40 years and a strong bias towards Western Meals is preferred. A good package awaits the right candidate with traceable refs. Phone 077 225 4967 or 071 664 1586. ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a nurse aide. Holding a St Johns Ambulance Certificate. Has experience working in a mission hospital doing clinical duties and looking after the elderly. Please contact 0788 074127 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a nurse aide. Holding a Silethemba Home based care. Did her attachment at Masase Mission Hospital. Please contact 0713 706 470 ++++ 21) SERVICES We are pleased to advise that we deliver groceries to our clients at their doorstep. Our groceries are affordable, our customer service unique. Please text for our catalogue. I thank you. My contact: 0773 375 552 ++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES, BABY VACCINATIONS and BIRTH ATTENDANT/ DOULA I 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 Fri or (09) 2237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com ++++ SERVICES Rob Sinclair is an expert plumber. He has had many years of experience. Anything to do with loos, bathrooms, geysers, plumbing, borehole repairs and tank installations. Rob Sinclair is your man. Phone Rob on 0772230551 ++++ 22) Health And Beauty ++++ 23) Tuition ++++ 24) Miscellaneous For Sale or hire FOR SALE - BOATS House boat and miscellaneous boats for sale. Contact: 0712871455/0775306392 ++++ 25) WANTED TO BUY OR HIRE ++++ 26) Clothing And Fashion ++++ 27) Boats and Fishing FOR SALE - BOATS House boat and miscellaneous boats for sale. Contact: 0712871455/0775306392 ++++ 28) Garden, Decor And Home Kraal manure $2.00 a 50 KG bag. Free delivery over ten bags. Phone Ollie on 0771289677 ++++ JILL'S SUPER ORGANIC COMPOST BLACK GOLD 99% WEED FREE EXCELLENT FOR POTS, VEGETABLES, FLOWER BEDS, SEEDLINGS AND LAWNS. WILL DELIVER 2 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY - MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS. PHONE 246688 or 0778495599 ++++ 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. ++++