Morning Mirror Edition 932 - 19/06/2021 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 - the Edith Duly Nursing home ++++ EDITORIAL Confirmed Third Worlder I tried hard to morph from a Third Worlder into a First Worlder .... The greatest stumbling block has been the zip lock bags.. When in Zimbabwe the zip lock bags are carefully washed, rinsed and hung on the line to dry, especially those cute ones with a real zip in them...but in the USA they are casually tossed in the bin.... I still smart when I don't reuse them, it's ingrained into a Zimbo's very soul!! However I cannot, cannot leave the car running at the supermarket while I pop inside the store. How daft would that be in Zim Haha the car would be gone in a flash but there is also the moral aspect - the noxious fumes that pollute the atmosphere are just untenable, but fortunately most American don't do that any more.. Sweden was adamant about bringing one's own shopping bags to the shops, scorching looks would be bestowed upon transgressors, the USA has recycling bins everywhere for ones grocery bags, they use paper bags liberally too, but there is no prohibiting factor yet in the Third World, life is hard enough when you have to walk 30 km to a store!! I have at last summoned the courage to drive in the USA!! Its only taken me seventy years.. they drive on the wrong side of the road after all, but I pray I have at last mastered the art. I am very cognisant of the fact that First Worlders give pedestrians a wide courteous berth on the road, whilst in some countries its fair game for the motorists to try and clip you with their wing mirrors. Wash days always hurt. Third Worlders always line-dry their washing, albeit sometimes one has to spread one's clothing over a bush in more rural areas, but I have yet to come across a home in the USA with a clothes line!! Aah we have one thing over the First Worlders !! They will never know the smell of a sheet that has been sun dried and ironed!! Somehow a tumble dried pillowcase just does not have the same feel.... Of course the very best thing about the First World is the road courtesy. Yesterday we noticed what we thought was a funeral procession. Eleven cars were slowly creeping up the hill outside our place, and then we spotted right at the front, a tiny wee girlie on her bicycle. Mom was guarding her closely in the car behind her, and every single car was patiently crawling up the hill waiting for her to reach the her home where she would turn off, before attempting to pass her. I guess I could get used to this! ++++ WATCHDOG ++++ 2) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO Tel: 60684 / 67195 E-mail: mailto:zamfriends@gatorzw.co.uk The Academy's second term will begin on Monday 28 June. The current Covid regulations mean that regrettably there's no alternative to postponing Academy DVDs for the time being but they will resume as soon as possible. Subscriptions would have been due from 1 July and details will be sent when there's some certainty as to when normal life can again resume! ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds ED BEETEN, 11th May 1935 to 17th May 2021, passed away peacefully at home in Brakpan, South Africa. Ed lived on Dunblane Road in Bulawayo between 1990 and 1996, he ran the tackle shop at Mac's garage across from the Municipal Buildings, and he and Amy were the caretakers of Msuna for a spell. He was a keen fisherman and enjoyed spinning for Tiger as much as spinning a yarn, reflected in his time as editor of the Bulawayo Light Tackle Club monthly newsletter "Tight Lines". He was a handyman and a tinkerer, and reused everything, especially his jokes. Ed is survived by his children Melanie and Jeremy (SA), grandchildren Dayne, Russell, Justine (SA), Bridget and Clifford (UK), and adoring great-grandchildren Eddie, Max, Jake, Anna, Sophie and Lucy (UK). Rest in Peace "Punchie", with love from the Beetens, Sears' and Fouries. ++++ Margaret Bernard One of Bulawayo's ever delightful colourful characters. Margaret was devoted to animals and had run the very successful Pet Hilton Kennels and Cattery for as long as one can remember. We will miss you as will the many causes you supported. R.I.P ++++ MARGIE BERNARD We are very sad to announce the passing on June 11 of Margaret Bernard in Bulawayo. She had been struggling with a serious illness for quite a long time. She was brave at all times and sadly after a bad fall at home succumbed. A very well known icon of Bulawayo. Her love of animals was her life. Margie, a noteworthy equestrian in her early years, was a stalwart supporter of all creatures, working at the SPCA for many year as a volunteer and finally as its Chairperson. She owned Pet Hilton and was a quiet presence in the Bulawayo community, never seeking the limelight but always working to serve those who could not speak up for themselves. She will be sadly missed. MHDSRIP ++++ Zimbabwe Equestrian Federation - Matabeleland Branch Margie Bernard Our dear Margie has left us... What a force of nature she was! Fiery, bold, kind, generous.... A lady who grabbed life with both hands and lived it to its fullest. Since she moved to Zimbabwe in the 60s her life has been nothing short of extraordinary. She always said how blessed she was to have lived the life she did and to have enjoyed so many wonderful experiences. Margie had 2 big passions in life - horses and tennis! She joined the horse society in the 70s and played an active role on the committee for many of those years. She played polo-cross, did dressage and show jumping, even a little cross country, and was both a showjumping and dressage judge, only recently (and reluctantly) stepping back from helping at shows when her health deteriorated. Margie was an institution within an institution and has left behind a beautiful legacy - she was always the life and soul of every event she attended! Everything this magnificent woman did was done enthusiastically and with gusto. We have lost such a special member of our little community but we will always cherish her in our memories. RIP Margie, you are so loved ++++ ROY HOGAN Our sincere condolences to the family of Roy Hogan. A highly respected member of the Bulawayo community. He will be always be remembered for his gentlemanly behaviour and his sportsmanship and skills as a member of both Old Miltonians and Bulawayo Country Club. Rip in peace Roy. ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column ++++ 8) Bulawayo News As a way of fundraising, Island Hospice and Healthcare is hiring out its private beautiful, tranquil garden on weekends; bearing in mind that outdoors is the perfect venue for intimate events during these Covid-19 times. It is suitable for corporate events, photoshoots,memorials, intimate luncheons and picnics. Accommodates 30ppl , secure parking also available Contact 0712845003/0292277972 ++++ Appeal from BULAWAYO SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS Knowing that the lockdown has given folk time to sort out cupboards, garages etc - please have a look at our Charity Shop List and our Kennel Wish List - you may be surprised how many unwanted items to you - are just what we are needing here at the kennels! Shop All the volunteers who work at the charity shop deserve a big pat on the back, but they DO need items to sell! - apparently the shelves are rather bare, so they would appreciate any unwanted saleable household goods, such as ornaments, glassware, crockery, pictures, clothing, garden tools, small items of furniture, jam jars for the jam makers! - in fact anything they can sell to make money to help the kennels. They have Ecocash for convenience - items can be dropped off at the Charity shop - 127e,Robert Mugabe Way. Kennel and Clinic Wish List If folk could donate any one of these items, that would be fantastic! Old blankets and towels, Newspapers,Tinned + Dried Pet Food for Dogs and Cats, Fly Smear, Old Crepe Bandages, Latex Gloves, Face Masks, Paper Towels, Disinfectant Wipes, Antiseptic Wound Spray, Dressings, Toys for Cats, Cat Carriers, Dog Boxes or Cages, Fly Spray, Bolt Cutters, Brooms both Soft and Stiff, Disposable Aprons, off cuts of Foam Rubber to cover donkey harnesses............... all can be dropped off at the Kennels, cnr of Magazine and Khami Road - if you can donate just one of these items....... it will improve the welfare of at least one animal - Thank You! ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) PROPERTY FOR SALE OR TO RENT FOR SALE RECENT PROPERTIES EMGANWINI -4 ROOMED HOUSE , WALLED AND GATED , SPACIOUS YARD (PAYMENT ACCEPTABLE IN RTGS ) APARTMENTS PARKVIEW -2 BED-ROOMED FLAT COMPRISING OF LOUNGE,KITCHEN,BATHROOM,BOREHOLE,ON-SITE PARKING, FENCED/ RAZOR WIRE WITH 24HR SECURITY ROTHBART MANSION-2 BEDROOMED FLAT LOCATED INTHE CBD GIVING EASY ACCESS TO REQUIRED AMENITIES. ASCOT -2 BEDROOMED FLAT ,LOCATION GURANTEES PEACEFUL ENVIRONMENT AWAY FROM THE CBD HOUSES ILANDA- 4 BED-ROOMED ,WALLED AND GATED WITH PROLIFIC BOREHOLE QUEENSPARK EAST- 4 BED-ROOMED ,WALLED AND GATED COTTAGE PLUMTREE-low density suburb FACTORY KELVIN NORTH- WARRINGHAM ( SIZE -APPROXIMATELY 7ACRES ) FOR RENT SELBOURNE PARK -SUITABLE FOR CO-OPERATES AS A GUESTHOUSE COMPRISING OF 6 BED-ROOMS, 2 LOUNGES, DOUBLE SERVANTS QUARTER'S AND IS WALLED AND GATED FOR SECURITY. WAREHOUSE IN THORNGROVE TOWN HOUSE IN HILLSIDE IAN & CO REAL ESTATE REGISTERED VALUERS, ESTATE AGENTS, AUCTIONEERS & PROPERTY MANAGERS 111 JOSIAH TONGOGARA STR, BETWEEN 11TH & 12TH AVENUE BULAWAYO TEL: (0292) 886626 /886256 CELL: 0712 871 455/ 0775 306 392/ 0775 662 160 EMAIL: ianandcoproperties@gmail.com/ dlamsian@gmail.com ++++ Island Hospice and healthcare has office space available for immediate occupation. For viewing call 0292-277972 whatsapp 0712845003 ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO HOUSES FOR SALE BARHAM GREEN- $50 000 3 bedroomed house, lounge, fitted kitchen, single staff quarters, walled and gated. Stand size: 800m2 MAHATSHULA - $60 000 Brick under tile dwelling comprising lounge, dining room, 3 bedrooms ,main ensuite, separate bathroom and toilet, kitchen, 2 bedroom cottage, 2 bedroom cottage, single lock up garage, storeroom, walled and gated. Stand size: 736m2 SUBURBS - $130 000 Brick under iron comprising lounge fireplace, 1 fireplace, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 main ensuites, family bathroom, kitchen, scullery, pantry, 2 verandas, garage, carport, 3 roomed domestic quarters, swimming pool, 2 sides fenced, 2 sides walled. SUBURBS - $160 000 Brick under tile, lounge, fireplace, 4 bedrooms, bic's, main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, fitted kitchen, double garage, domestic quarters, borehole, swimming pool (empty), walled and gated. Stand size: Approximately 2962 square metres. KUMALO - $220 000 Magnificent brick under tile single storey home comprising lounge, fireplace, TV lounge, fitted kitchen, dining room, 4 bedrooms, 4 bic's, main ensuite, family bathroom, veranda, tool shed, storeroom, 3 roomed domestic quarters with toilet and shower, double carport, outside room, prolific borehole, working swimming pool, good water delivery system, 2 solar geysers, walled and gated. Stand size: 3198m BURNSIDE - $230 000 Brick under tile dwelling comprising lounge, fireplace, dining room, master bedroom with ensuite (upstairs), 3 bedrooms downstairs, (2 with ensuite bathrooms), separate bathroom and toilet, fitted kitchen, scullery, pantry, domestic quarters, borehole and empty swimming pool. Self- contained cottage with two and half bedrooms, ensuite, lounge with fireplace and a dining room. For these and other properties for sale phone 2274581 / Kelvin +263 773 366 207 or email us at kelvin@rodor.co.zw or visit our website on Property Book (Rodor Properties) PROPERTY TO LET RESIDENTIAL Bellevue, 3 bedrooms, bic's, fitted kitchen, walled and gated - US$400 Immediate We at Rodor Properties (Pvt) Ltd, take pride in managing your property professionally, in order to safeguard your investment. 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 seeking properties to sell and rent in all sectors of the property market. We also offer a complete service of property valuations. ++++ 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 ++++ 20 ) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature, well spoken, hard working lady seeks employment as a hosue-keeper. Able to do all the house cleaning, laundry and taking care of the children. Live out preferred. Please contact 0774 776 360 or 714 565 086 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper / childminder. has 8 years experience. Well spoken, friendly and hard working lady. Previous employers leaving the country. Please contact 0716 528 997 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT A mature lady with many years of experience in the Secretarial / Administration field seeks a suitable position. Holding a clean class 4 drivers licence. Please contact 0783 295 334 ++++ PA, SECRETARY PITMAN DIPLOMA (CELL STOLEN) NO 0788117373 NO LONGER IN USE KINDLY CALL (0292) 212174 OR APP /CALL 0772 814 268 MRS NTIHILA KUPE ++++ VACANCY ASSISTANT/ACCOUNTS CLERK. Full day and to start immediately. Applicants must have the following skills and have traceable references. - Computer literate on Word, Excel. - Must have Pastel knowledge (min 2-4 years' experience ) - Efiling of VAT. - Debtors - reconciliations, receipting and invoicing, debt collection. - Creditors - reconciliations and payments. - Ability to perform or assist with all administrative duties (Filing and payment of office bills like ZESA, Water etc.). - Drivers licence. - Excellent English and communication skills. Please kindly email your CVs to trqccnts@gmail.com. ++++ SITUATIONS WANTED, RECENTLY MOVED BACK TO BULAWAYO AND LOOKING FOR A MATURE HOUSEKEEPER WHO IS RELIABLE AND HAS REFERENCES. PLEASE CONTACT 0774683174 ++++ Seeking Employment Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Able to do all the laundry, cleaning and also childminding. Willing to live in our out. Please contact 0783 348 861 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady holding a Pitman Diploma in Secretarial Studies in Accounting Level 4 with a First Class. Has 26 years work experience as a Receptionist, Typist, Accounts Clerk and General Manager's Secretary. Has a temporary teaching background. Her strengths are: -Good at multi-tasking - Able to work under pressure - able to work with minimum supervision - self -starter - good communication skills Please contact 0772 778 638 / 0717 123 196 / 0783 351 154 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper / childminder. has 8 years experience. Well spoken, friendly and hard working lady. Previous employers leaving the country. Please contact 0716 528 997 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady is looking for employment as a PA, Secretary, Front desk person. Has a lot of experience around the office. Holding Pitman Certificate in Secretarial Studies and computer literate. Willing to start immediately. Please contact 0788 117 373 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT I am a hardworking woman I can clean, wash and cook, I do part time jobs to put food on the table please help me with anything to do. 263 71 942 8746 ++++ Mature (61 year old) lady requires employment. Experience includes management, administration, customer and public relations, events organisation, sales, hospitality and teaching. Also was a school matron and private nurse in doctors practice. Holds certificates in several of the above disciplines. Kindly contact DEBRAY on 0779270416. ++++ 21) SERVICES Lady available to babysit your kids/children at anytime...inclu. transport fare...cell : 0774085599 ++++ Soraya Carvalho: Farm Fresh Yoghurt and Cheese for sale Plain yoghurt USD2.00 Blueberry SWIRL Yoghurt USD2.50 Apple Vanilla yoghurt USD2.50 Choc Chip Caramel yoghurt USD3.00 Golden Spice yoghurt USD2.50 Cream Cheese 500grm US= D3.00 Garlic Cream Cheese 500grm USD3.00 Chives Cream Cheese 500 grm USD3.00 Black Pepper Cream Cheese 500 grms USD3.00 Ricotta Cheese 500grms USD2.50 Contact The Glen Farm Fresh Produce on 0778691097. Soraya Carvalho: ++++ NOBILITY GAS To our valued customers We work everyday tirelessly Stay safe and be protected from LP gas protection is better than cure* Get your gas stoves and tanks fixed to avoid danger at a maximum level we don't just sell gas but we also protect you For more enlightenment about precautions of LP gas Servicing just contact @Nobilty 0774534948 or app 0773243100 ++++ SERVICES For all you domestic and industrial repairs and renovations: - carpentry, partitioning, ceilings, fascia boards, trusses, structural timber, roofing, floors, sanding, floor tiling, guttering, building, painting, welding, plumbing, electrical work plus much more. We also treat and replace all termite damaged floor-timber underneath all hollow tongue and grooved floors. We also repair broken durawalls and build new ones. Please contact us by telephone or send us a whatsapp message for a reasonable cost. Landline: +263 292 226473 Mobile: +263 772 312 320 Mobile: +263 772 322 181 ++++ LAVENDER'S BEAUTY SALON Situated at Macdonald Club in fourth Avenue Suburbs, behind the well known 'Sculpt Gym', Lavender has a cosy, beautifully appointed salon to cater for all your beauty requirements. waxing facials massage tinting pedicures and manicures Your total body beauty starts here. Telephone/whatsapp 077 590 1464 ++++ Books to read this winter Bulawayo has a number of authors, at a recent book review I attended there were no less than 11 published Bulawayo writers there!! This week I indulged my self and read 'Mulberry Dreams' by beautiful authoress Violette Kee Tui and 'Sunrising' by equally beautiful Susan Hubert. Both were riveting and enchanting - must reads for anyone with African roots, and indeed for everyone who loves a really good novel!! 'Sunrising' is available on Amazon smchubert@gmail.com and 'Mulberry Dreams' is available at the Orange Elephant in 12th Avenue Bulawayo. violettezim@gmail.com ++++ For all your wheel-chairs, walking frames, crutches, bedpans, walking sticks and commodes at unbeatable price please contact 0773 793 726 or 0777 029 111 ++++ Mobility aides i.e. , wheelie walkers, walking sticks, crutches, Zimmer frames, crutches as well as other patient care aids such as commodes, bed pans, urinals, sheepskin and adult diapers available for hire and sale at Island Hospice and Healthcare, Byo Branch. Well trained nurse aides also available at very competitive rates +263712845003/+263292277972 ++++ BEAVER TREE FELLER For all your tree cutting and trimming please contact Beaver Tree Feller. No job is too big for us plus we are insured. Contact 0733 896 375 or landline 09 - 476569 ++++ 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 ++++ 25) Wanted To Buy or Hire ++++ 26) Clothing And Fashion ++++ 27) Boats And Fishing ++++ 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 5 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY. CONTACT JILL AT 2246688 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. ++++