MORNING MIRROR EDITION 278 25 February 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 on way or another. For information on how to pay for your advert email - magskriel@mac. com ++++++++++ PLEASE COME HOME AND VOTE ..... SATURDAY 29 MARCH .... YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU ... PLEASE NOTE YOU ARE STILL ABLE TO REGISTER TO VOTE Potential voters and those who want to check their names can simply go to the RG office in Bulawayo or any town, any time up to the day before. They will get a slip and they then use this to vote with plus an ID. When going in to register They need some form of ID and a utility bill or proof of residence. +++++++ Pain is temporary. It may last a minute, an hour, or a day, or a year, but eventually subside and something else will take its place. If I quit, however, it lasts forever. - Lance Armstrong +++++++ 1) POWER OF PRAYER 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 +++++++++ THE POWER OF PRAYER FOR ZIMBABWE Calling everyone who believes in the POWER OF PRAYER to pray at this CRITICAL time, for GOD to give our country the right Leadership. Chronicles 2 - 7v14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and I will heal their land.. Proverbs 29v2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. Please pray for our Continent PRAYER IN ACTION (IT WILL ONLY TAKE SECONDS) PRAY TOGETHER : 1. Heavenly Father we pray for mighty repentance. 2. Father we pray for forgiveness for our every sin. 3. We pray that YOUR people's spiritual eyes and ears will be opened. 4. We pray that YOUR people in Zimbabwe and the whole of Africa will be obedient and that you will bless them. 5. We THANK YOU for rain that has already fallen and that you will send enough rain in places that so need it. 6. Also that YOU may protect all innocent Zimbabweans and the people of Africa from all the violence in our continent. 7. And for a positive change in Africa 8. We pray for every victim of War, Crime, Women and Child abuse, Alcohol and Drug abuse amongst our youth, Poverty, HIV & AIDS Pandemic We pray all this in the mighty name of JESUS. Amen ++++++++ 3) NOTICES Q. What word is used to denote the letter K in the phonetic alphabet? Q. What is the name of the poker hand containing three of a kind and a pair? Q. What is the home ground of the Super 12 Blues? Q. Which people engage in a war dance called the Haka? JOIN OUR FUN (easy) QUIZ FRIDAY 29th Feb for GARDEN PARK GUEST HOUSE Home for the Elderly Bulawayo Country Club 6:30pm for 7:00pm Pub menu & Full Bar Available Catering by Marion, Teams of 2-6 people (strictly no more) Pse call so we can get an idea of numbers!! Kirsty Fletcher - 011630591. (it's an easy quiz - no much brain strain required) ++++++ "UPPER" NCEMA VALLEY BOAT CLUB EASTER SUNDAY FAMILY DAY 23RD MARCH 2008 ALL DAY 11.00 A.M. - EASTER EGG HUNT FOR THE KIDDIES BOAT RIDES BRING & BRAAI BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS WANTING TO KNOW WHAT TO DO ON EASTER SUNDAY? THEN JOIN US FOR A FUN-FILLED FAMILY DAY THERE WILL BE AN ENTRANCE FEE CHILDREN UNDER 12 FREE +++++++ Dutch/American swimming expert (50 years) likes to give swimming courses abroad. Crashcourse ; learn 4 strokes within 18 hours. I have two Dutch websites.www. zwemschool. net and www.natuurlijkhonga rije.nl tjis is my Hungarian swim camp.Get a lot of children together and we will set up for me to come.Price depends on the group how many and I need housing.I have 3 months vacation in Holland, time to travel then and teach abroad. Michele Hellendoorn The Netherlands e-mail: swimfast@dds. nl E-mail: mail@michelehellend oorn.nl / info@zwemschool. net Website: http://www.zwemscho ol.net +++++++++ ST PATRICK'S Join THE BULAWAYO THEATRE in celebrating ST PATRICK'S DAY and all things Irish with an evening of poetry and drama, music and singalongs. Monday 17th March 2008 7.00pm Bulawayo Theatre Full bar and catering. Booking is essential as seating is limited. Phone: 65393. ++++++++++ ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR WOULD YOU LIKE TO SHOWCASE YOUR ARTS AND CRAFTS AT A SATURDAY MORNING FAIR AT THE BULAWAYO THEATRE? WE ARE INTERESTED IN HOSTING A WIDE VARIETY OF QUALITY PRODUCTS FROM ARTWORK AND JEWELLERY TO COTTAGE INDUSTRIES AND PRESERVES, POTTERY, LEATHERWORK, PLANTS, BOOKS, BEADWORK, CONFECTIONARY, YOU NAME IT!! PHONE: 65393 TO RESERVE A SPACE. ++++++++ ST PATRICKS DINNER DANCE CBC ANNUAL EVENT - NOT TO BE MISSED! SATURDAY 15TH MARCH GARY STANELY PLAYING LIVE. TICKETS ON SALE SOON..... CONTACT SHARON ; 011616516 HELEN ; 011614557 FOR FURTHER DETAILS +++++++ IMPORTANT DATE !! IMPORTANT DATE FOR YOUR DIARY !! Keep the weekend of 26 and 27 July free for the Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage Fabulous Fun weekend to celebrate 35 wonderful years!!! +++++++++ "Stealing Love Jones" ONE OF SOUTH AFRICA'S LEADING ROCK/POP BANDS IS COMING TO BULAWAYO 31 MAY 2008 Diarise this date, and join in with what will be the event of the year! This band caters to all tastes of music, from rock to ballads to pop, so bring the whole family Girls College is hosting this function and will furnish you with further details closer to the time +++++++++ Girls College will be having a social for all the girls, parents and supporters of Girls College after their sports day on 15 March 2008. PLEASE JOIN US AND MEET THE TEACHERS AND PARENTS WHO CARE SO MUCH FOR YOUR DAUGHTER'S SCHOOL. ++++++++ PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO JAN NOVOTNY (PIANO) Robert Sibson Hall 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday 26 February Booking at the Academy - Tickets: $3 000 000.00 - free to subscribers. Jan Novotny has made several previous visits and will be well remembered by many. Although he plays a wide repertoire, he is especially praised as an interpreter of Czech piano music, especially the works of Smetana which he has recorded complete. His account of the Czech Dances which conclude his recital programme won a five-star review from the BBC Music Magazine. His programme consists solely of Czech music, much of it little known but all easy on the ear. His programme is: Vorisek: Three Impromptus, Smetana: Memories of Bohemia, Martinu: Etudes and Polkas, Smetana: Czech Dances, Book 2 Other Events at the Academy: Wednesday 27 February at 1.10 - Peter Rollason: Purely Instrumental Wednesday 5 March at 5.15 - Mahler: Symphony No.4 [DVD] Wednesday 12 March at 1.10 - Michael Bullivant: More on Mahler Saturday 15 March at 6.30 - Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake [DVD] AND MAKE A NOTE OF THE DATES NOW! WEDNESDAY 21 - SUNDAY 25 MAY : THE BULAWAYO MUSIC FESTIVAL Leslie Howard (piano), Michael Brownlee Walker (piano), Benjamin Nabarro (violin), Tom Dunn (viola), Matthew Sharp (cello), The New Odeion Quartet, Morgan Szymanski (guitar), Olly Cox (percussion) +++++++++++ 4) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES On Monday 18th Feb we had a hijacking attempt on us at Fourways. I would just like to warn anyone travelling to Jhb to be aware of this. We had just left Fourways shopping mall and turned onto the main road when this white sedan came next to us with 4 Indian men in it. The guy in the back seat held a badge up to the window, which said Tourist Police and had a silver badge on it, and told us to pull over. They then went in front of us and pulled over onto the edge of the road. Craig just waved and carried on as he thought we don't need help we know where we are going. They then came back onto the road a next to us where the guy in the back seat once again held his badge to the window and shouted at us to pull over. I then noticed that the vehicle they were in had no licence plates front or back. As we came up to the lights we turned left to go to the complex we were staying in as they have armed guards. The white car then decided they were not having any joy and carried on straight. When we approached the police they said there is no such thing as Tourist Police and they showed us their badge which looks like a credit card and has no silver badge on. We were lucky we did not stop, as things could have turned nasty,so beware everyone pay attention around you when in Jhb. Les H. +++++++++++ 5) CONGRATULATIONS Siobhan and Marco Miniette are delighted to announce the safe arrival of Dario John in Durban on the 18th February 2008 at 13.30 weighing in at 3.6kgs. Parents survived and grandparents are over the moon! JTighe@ STJAMES.IE Shaun and Judy Tighe - Ireland +++++++++++ 6) CONDOLENCES MITCH MOON So sorry Cathy, deepest sympathy to all the family sandy sandy.linder@ virgin.net +++++++ We would like to convey our heart felt sympathy to Cathy, Ali, Chris and Families on the passing of Mitch Our love Liz (Norman) Lynda, Brett, Warren and families +++++++ I am writing to pass on the sad news that Gail Altman passed away on Saturday after a long struggle with cancer. She had spent her last days in the warmth and comfort of Savyon Lodge where she became a friend to all there. Zimbabwe is richer for the contribution she made to the arts here and she will be sorely missed. The boys at CBC will be holding a short memorial service for her on Friday, 29 February and we are planning hold a gathering in her memory at the National Gallery in Bulawayo, hopefully on Saturday 8 March at 4pm, still to be confirmed. She requested a no fuss cremation and her wishes have been fulfilled. Please pass this e mail on to any who need to know. Shelley ++++++++++ IN MEMORIAM Duncan Mercer Matheson February 15th 2006 In Loving Memory Patricia +++++++++ RICHARD ROBERT WEST OUR DEAREST UNCLE, RESTING WHERE NO SHADOWS FALL. SO SORRY AUNTI EMMA ON THE LOSS OF YOUR BEST FRIEND. MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE PEACE THAT SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING. TRACEY TOFFA AND FAMILY ++++++ MARIA STIEF (NEE MANACAS) MY SISTER, MY FRIEND, WHAT A SHOCK. WE WERE PLANNING A SURPRISE VISIT, BUT INSTEAD YOU SURPRISED US. I WILL MISS YOU DOLL, THOSE E-MAILS, THOSE CHATS! WHY MARIA, WHY, WE WERE ALL SO EXCITED ABOUT TURNING 40, YOU WERE THE LAST, THEN YOU LEFT. WHY MARIA. MY MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO LUCIANO AND NATASHA, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TRYING TIME OF YOUR LIFE. TRACEY +++++++++++ 7) BULAWAYO NEWS BULAWAYO SUBURBS NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH As we are all aware, the crime rate in Byo is on the increase, and this month alone, we have had quite a few robberies/break- ins in Suburbs alone, A SAD TREND THROUGHOUT BULAWAYO in these financially challenging times. The members of the ZRP do their best within their limited resources, and therefore the aim of our NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH is to bolster the patrolling capabilities of the ZRP as and where we are able by using members of our domestic employment who willing extend their daily chores by involving themselves in the PATROL UNITS at various times of the day and night where and when possible. These auxiliary services do not go unrewarded by the members of the NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH TEAM and this appreciation comes directly from the financial contributions received from our more diligent residents who are able to do so. The members of this auxiliary ZRP unit are all first vetted and then attend the ZRP training course specifically aimed at augmenting the patrol capabilities of the Police units. Each authorised member of the SUBURBS NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH is supplied with a ZRP Auxiliary Unit ID which when requested by a Resident of Suburbs must be produced in conjunction with the corresponding National ID Card to confirm the legitimacy of the member in question. Therefore in order for this AUXILIARY PATROL system to work efficiently and effectively we, as the NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH COMMITTEE are appealing to the residents of BULAWAYO SUBURBS for the following URGENT support: - Financial donations by the way of cash or cheque to pay the guards, and to keep the Centenary Park Suburbs Police sub-station going with ZESA, water and rates and taxes. We also have to keep the donated guards' bicycles in order, and to provide each guard with a blue identifying vest, and so many more hidden costs such as torches, batteries and some footwear just for starters. - We are appealing for additional guards from the Suburbs Domestic's staff pool, such as our gardeners and cooks etc. They would be called upon a couple of times a week for only about 4 hours at a time, and be paid for it. People living in the area are most suitable because they know who would be strangers lurking around. Their patrol area would not be far from their residential address. A guard's presence is always comforting, is it not? - If anyone is interested in assisting us with paper and/or printing facilities for the notices we have to put out from time to time, anything would be gratefully received. - If you can assist here in any way, please phone any of the following Neighbourhood Watch Committee Members: a) Mr. Neal Leach (Senior Warden) on 252435, or b) Mr Monaj Naik (Treasurer) on 230495 c) Mr Mukundrai Anand (Secretary) on 251530 d) Sgt R Muleya ZRP liason Officer on 68078 Donations by cheque or RTGS are to be written in the name of DATVEST and endorsed FOR SUBURBS NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH If cheques or cash are sent in, please deliver to DATVEST, Derry House, Cnr. Fife St/6th Ave. ALL DONATIONS WILL BE OFFICIALLY RECEIPTED. Should you prefer to have your donation collected, any of the above committee members will visit you on request, so they are only a phone call away. No donation in cash or kind will be turned away as without the support of the SUBURBS RESIDENTS this scheme will not work. Thank you for your continued support. S.N.W Committee +++++++ IVY LEAGUE - COKE N CRUNCHIE NITE SATURDAY 1 MARCH 2008 7.00 PM TO 11.30 PM 13YRS TO 17 YRS ONLY!! NO 18YRS AND OVER.... ABSOLUTELY NO ALCOHOL..... .. DJ CLIVE COME ALL BULAWAYO TEENAGERS COME AND HAVE SOME FUN AND DANCE THE NITE AWAY...... CALL 011616516 - SHARON FOR FURTHER DETAILS +++++ Missing from our home on Sunday 24th February, on Hillside Road (Cecil Avenue) near robots, Black Miniature Pinscher, wearing a little black collar with silver bell, please our daughter is devastated, the little dog sleeps with her as it is security and as a result won't sleep in her own bed now. She answers to the name of Gypsy. If found or know her where about's please contact Babett on 011 613 082 or 258118 ext 25. ++++++++ VALENTINE MAGUTSA - A MOST TALENTED BULAWAYO ARTIST I have launched a new website, www.valentinogaller y.co.zw ++++ Bulawayo Island Hospice Services are urgently in need of wheel rims for a Toyoto Corolla. Ours were stolen last week. Please help us by contacting us on Telephone 77972.. Thanking you. Peggy Schonken Telephone 77972. ++++++++ Guardian Angels of Edith Duly Nursing Home Mrs C Lorber Sarah Sylvester The Allberrys and the Shearings Hannes Botha DARRIN FUTTER JOHN AND HELEN BUCKLE +++++++ I would like to appeal to the good folk of Bulawayo for help for our two non private hospitals, I spent a few hours at UBH yesterday with a friend who had fallen and broken her shoulder (very awkward place) The hospital staff were amazing so kind, helpful and caring the hospital itself is spotless but they have shortages the one thing that came up was slings. I guess it is something that is not returned , We could help by donating old sheets which I am prepared to cut up into triangles and hem if necessary. They also don't have any plaster of Paris bandages nor can you get with any great ease in town!!!! We were lucky and managed to get 5 from another patient. Anyone who has any material(old sheets are perfect) please would they phone me on 250830 or 011 407753 and I can get started I am sure there are lots of ways we could help where it doesn't cost a lot. Thanks again Jean tonyjean@mweb. co.zw ++++++++++ PLEASE HELP: REWARD OFFERED LOST CAT FROM : DARRELL ROAD, MATSEUMHLOPE (OFF OLD ESIGODINI ROAD, OPPOSITE GREEN GARDEN NURSERY) PERCY IS CREAM COLOURED WITH GINGER STRIPED TAIL AND GINGER TIPPED EARS. BLUE, SLIGHTLY SQUINT EYES, SHORT LEGS. ELDERLY NEUTERED MALE, UNABLE TO MEOW PROPERLY. CUDDLY AND AFFECTIONATE BUT PROBABLY NERVOUS AS HAS NEVER STRAYED FROM HOME BEFORE (WE DON'T HOW HE DID THIS TIME). IF YOU SEE HIM, PLEASE PHONE US : 284685; 011 636980; 091301013 ++++++ Just to let you know that "Wild Olive" products are still being beautifully made since Bob passed away and Carole left for Capetown. We make clocks, either Wall or Free Standing, Lamps in three sizes namely Tall, Medium and Ball. We can also do a combination Lamp/Pen Holder with the right shape wood. We still make smaller items such as Ashtrays, Pen Stands, Candle Holders, Candle Sticks and Peanut Bowls. Also two types of Salt and Pepper sets, Serviette Rings and Coasters. We will be trying a few new items in the near future. For all enquiries / orders, please phone either Jack or Jenny on Bulawayo 242559. +++++++ SOUTH AFRICA has - with immediate effect - relaxed some of the stringent visa requirements for Zimbabweans intending to travel to that country following talks between the two governments. Zimbabwe's Principal Chief Immigration Officer Mr Clemence Masango yesterday confirmed the latest development. He said according to the authorities, the invitation letters or evidence of where one would stay during their stay in South Africa were no longer a requirement when applying for a visa."The security deposit shall be required only in respect of persons with a history of having 'overstayed' in South Africa or whose bona fides are doubted," said Mr Masango. He said applicants for a visitor's visa were now required to submit a valid passport, one passport size photograph and proof of funds in form of traveller's cheques, credit cards or foreign bank statements that show a balance of at least R2 000. The scrapping of the stringent visa requirements are the culmination of talks between Zimbabwe and South Africa under the Joint Permanent Commission on Defence and Security in November last year. The announcement comes shortly after the relaxation of visa requirements for Zimbabwean cross-border traders who now qualify for a 12-month multiple entry permit as long as they belong to a bona fide association or a body representing small and medium-scale enterprises. They must also have proof of sufficient financial means equivalent to R2 000, and a passport valid for not less than 30 days after the expiry of the permit. Each visit should not exceed 30 days for permits valid for 12 months. If all the stipulated requirements are met, the permit may be acquired within five working days. Before this arrangement, cross-border traders were treated as ordinary visitors and found it difficult to conduct their business. ++++++ The HISTORY SOCIETY OF ZIMBABWE has existed for more than 50 years, making it one of the oldest such societies in southern Africa. Over recent years the Society has become centred on Mashonaland, and it is proposed to re-form a Matabeleland Branch. - The Society aims to unite all who wish to foster a wider appreciation and knowledge of Zimbabwean history. - Members of the Society are not historians and the majority of members are simply Zimbabweans interested in their own country. - Periodic lectures, outings to sites of interest and a national annual dinner are organised for members. - The society publishes "Heritage of Zimbabwe", the only local journal devoted to the history of Zimbabwe and neighbouring countries. It appears once a year. - Membership is open to everyone. - Your support would, therefore, be both welcome and worthwhile. Would those Bulawegians interested in joining, please contact Paul Hubbard (hubcapzw@gmail. com) or Robin Taylor (robintaylor@ mango.zw) ++++++ VACCINES AVAILABLE Direct from Onderstepoort Lumpy Skin Botulism Quarter Evil/Botulism combination Anthrax Quarter Evil (sheep and cattle) Brucella Abortus S19 Vibrio Horse-sickness Tel: Graham 272725 or 011402815 +++++++++++ FALCON COLLEGE GRADE 7 OPEN DAY We extend a warm invitation to all interested parties, prospective parents and their sons Date: Thursday 13th March 2008 Time: 10am Programme: Morning Tea will be followed by various presentations, a tour of the campus, Visits to the Falconry and Snake Clubs. Lunch will be served and everyone is welcome to stay on and watch the afternoon activities. Please wear comfortable shoes and a hat. Contact us for further information on 088-229/332/ 332/674 cell 011-613-589 or 011-212-870 or e-mail jstewart@falconcoll ege.com ++++++ Kelly Bentley is running Youth Drama Workshops (for high school students) at The Bulawayo Theatre culminating in a production later in the year. Workshops have already begun and run every Friday 2.30 - 4.00pm. Please contact Kelly at the theatre and book your place on the workshops as soon as possible (Ph: 65393). ++++++++ 8) HARARE NEWS HOUSE IN HARARE WANTED We have to relocate to Harare at the end of this school term, we are desperately looking for a house in Harare to rent / maintain / swop / possibly purchase. We have three boys ages 4, 7 and 15 years old as well as our two pensioner mom's that live with us. We are looking preferable for a 3/4bedroomed house with a cottage, borehole and swimming pool (not essential) If you have anything available that may be suitable, please could you e-mail me on wbrooking@arachnid. co.zw or tel Byo 241101 or cell 0912 249304. Many Thanks Wendi Brooking +++++++ ZIMBABWEAN BORN DIVER QUALIFIES FOR 2008 OLYMPICS Jodie McGroarty, daughter of Young Jimmy and Ethel McGroarty who left Zimbabwe a few years ago has qualified for the Beijing Olympics !! Grand daughter of Jimmy (Trumpeter) and Teresa Mcgroarty of Bulawayo. Jodie has been in Beijing for weeks competing with all the other teams and qualified for the womens 3m. I am so happy for Jimmy and Ethel and Kyle and Fern because they have been so supportive and it has been a long journey for all them and Jodie has made it all worth while. Love Anne hdonald233@blueyond er.co.uk +++++++ Paradise Plundered By Jim Barker. It is the diary of a Zimbabwean family that were forcibly evicted from their Karoi farm during the highly controversial 'land grab'. It takes you back to Jim's birthplace in Malawi; Prince Edward School; Boss Lilford's farm; PATU and the Police Reserve Air Wing in which he was trained in aerial reconnaissance. It relives the emotional roller coaster of the daily challenges and upheavals: droughts, floods, the Bush War and even wild animals. It is the story of a tightly-knit family, in a close farming community, who all experienced the traumatic and often brutal farm invasions. The Barker family resisted this onslaught for eight long years before finally being evicted in 2003. Jim allows the reader to travel with him to UK, Europe and the USA, interspersed with holidays in Mozambique, his delightful sense of humour comes out in the countless anecdotes. Orders may be placed through Bill Sykes email sykesbill@zol. co.zw +++++++++++ RESTAURANT AWARDS Dozens of restaurateurs from across Zimbabwe converged on Wild Geese Lodge near Harare on Sunday February 10 to attend the awards ceremony for the 2007 Zimbabwe On A Plate and Zimbabwe In A Glass competitions. Inn On Rupurara was a finalist in the Zimbabwe On A Plate competition, in the category for De Luxe Restaurant of the Year, while Inns of Zimbabwe affiliate White Horse Inn was a finalist in the Family Restaurant of the Year section. Inns of Zimbabwe congratulates all the winners, as well as the competition sponsors - The Cheeseman, African Distillers and The Standard - for keeping the event going despite prevailing challenges. Nick Mandeya, who operates Inns of Zimbabwe affiliate Adrienne's Restaurant, was named winner of an award for service to Zimbabwe's hospitality industry - well done to him from all his friends and colleagues in the inns family! +++++++++ HIFA hifAmigos Subscriptions 2008 (close 4 March) DANCE Middle Eastern Dance Classes @ Musha Matombo MUSIC Book Cafe & Mannenberg (19-23 February) Concert of Celebration for Peter Bosley @ Highlands Presbyterian Church (23 February) Celebs: Jan Novotny (piano) @ HIS (24 February) FINE ART & EXHIBITIONS The Young Artist's Exhibition 2008 @ Gallery Delta (to 8 March) DRAMA, THEATRE & LITERATURE FILM The Lives of Others @ ZGS (29 February) Asterix chez les bretons @ Alliance Francaise (29 February) CRAFT FAIRS & OTHER FAIRS WORKSHOPS & COURSES Preps @ Reps (every Saturday) Live Your Dream Workshop (1 & 2 March) Rupurara Retreat @ Inn on Rupurara, Nyanga (7-9 March) CLUBS & SOCIETIES Tree Society of Zimbabwe (February) Mountain Club of Zimbabwe (February) FUTURE FESTIVALS - 2008 Chimanimani Arts Festival: 18-20 April mailto:sparx@thulani. net http://www.chimanim ani.com Hifa: 29 April - 4 May mailto:info@hifa.co. zw FIYO Arts Festival: 1-8 June mailto:info@fiyoartsfestiv al.com IIIF: Harare 21- 29 November; Bulawayo 5-7 December by courtesy Arts Alive Arts Events List +++++++++++ 9) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES +++++ A professional lady with a pre-school daughter seeks a long lease from the 1st of March 2008 of: 1. a town house with security parking or 2. a two-bedroomed suburban flat in Khumalo, Ascot, Famona with security parking or 3. a secure home with lock up garage around Famona, Khumalo, Illanda, Hillside, Burnside, Selborne Park, Bradfield or similar areas. Am an avid gardener and you are rest assured that your property will be well taken care of. Contact me on mobile phone number 011 636 727 or email me on rufpen@gmail. com ++++++++ Smallholding (reasonably priced) wanted by ex-Zim hoping to return some time in the future. All areas considered. Please email me: francis.lyn@ gmail.com. ++++++++ LOOKING FOR ACCOMMODATION I'm a 26 year old girl looking for a flat / cottage in / near town preferably furnished if possible as I don't have any furniture at the moment. Please call 011 616 485 +++++++ COTTAGE FOR RENT. Secluded , secure , stone cottage with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, own entrance and walled garden.2acres to go with it , with use of borehole.Needs tenants to maintain it with TLC. Would probably suit Ex farmers.To lease in May Please phone 241636 ++++++ HOME FOR SALE A beautiful clean well kept family home for sale in Bulawayo with many features, plenty of extras lots of character, if you are genuine & interested, then email; duvetdown@mweb. co.zw giving your full name and contact telephone numbers along with your email ++++++ RESTAURANT FOR SALE Well established restaurant in CBD For further details please reply to the email address below with your name and telephone contact details and we will get in touch with you. Only serious buyers reply to duvetdown@yahoo. com +++++++++ BOREHOLE FOR SALE Great borehole and lovely green garden for sale. Along with this goes a very neat, comfortable and well secured 3 bedroomed 2 bathroomed home tucked away in a peaceful part of Ilanda. For further details please phone 246952. ++++++ FOR SALE 2 commercial properties in town. Suitable for offices in a busy area Prices are all negotiable. Serious cash offers only. Tel: 09 242 090 / 0912 343949 +++++++ ACCOMMODATION WANTED HOUSE TO RENT OR SMALL HOLDING LOOKING FOR A SMALL HOLDING TO RENT WITH A BOREHOLE ABOUT 6 TO 10 ACRES WE ARE A FAMILY OF 5 CHILDREN AGED 12, 9, AND 6 GOOD SECURITY WOULD ALSO LIKE A SWIMMING POOL. WOULD LIKE TO BE IN THE RIVERSIDE OR LOCHVIEW AREA PLEASE CONTACT RAY OR THERESA PITTAWAY ON 091 2 256 542 OR 011 407 689 OR WORK 460546. E-MAIL : vineta @zol.co.zw OR A HOUSE 4 BEDROOMS GOOD SECURITY WITH A BOREHOLE SWIMMING POOL IN KHUMALO, BURNSIDE ETC MUST BE NICE AREA ATO PLEASE CONTACT ON THE ABOVE NUMBERS ++++++ ACCOMMODATION NEEDED URGENTLY I am a 51 year old man urgently seeking a cottage to rent. I am a Christian of sober habit, I am also available for house sitting. Contact Roy Lomax on 011 403 830 or 0912 312 608 +++++++++ EXECUTIVE HOME FOR RENT, HILLSIDE-OFF MATOPOS ROAD. BOREHOLE, LARGE SECURE GROUNDS, GOOD OUTBUILDINGS, INDOOR HEATED SWIMMING POOL. TOP FLOOR CONSISTS OF A SELF-CONTAINED FLAT etc......... ... DUE TO NEGLECT BY THE PREVIOUS TENANTS, A GREAT DEAL OF RENOVATION, REPAIR AND PAINTING IS NECESSARY. UNTIL THIS WORK HAS BEEN CARRIED OUT, WE HAVE WITHDRAWN THIS PROPERTY FROM THE MARKET. WE REGRET THE INCONVENIENCE AND APOLOGISE TO THOSE WHO VIEWED THE PROPERTY. bonett@netconnect. co.zw or femina@netconnect. co.zw +++++++++ HOUSE FOR SALE HILLCREST- 4 BEDROOMS, MAIN ENSUITE, SPACIOUS B.I.CS IN ALL BEDROOMS, FULLY CARPETED, BIG CARPETED LOUNGE, DINING, FITTED BAR, FITTED KITCHEN WITH OVEN AND HOB, SEP. TOILET AND BATHROOM, WELL KEPT GARDEN, VERY GOOD BOREHOLE, POOL, BRAI AREA, DOUBLE CARPORT, WALLED AND GATED. MUST BE SEEN. CONTACT : MUNYA 011 778 755, 023 837 304, 881290, 881293, 880227 OR EMAIL TO.: property@ecoweb. co.zw +++++ Family of 5 looking for 4 bedroom house to rent in Burnside or Hillside area.(Long lease) Must have lock up garages. Would prefer large property with borehole. Phone: 011 614 080 or 240016 Thx ++++++++ House for Rent Required 3 - 4 Bedrooms Main en suite 2nd Bathroom Lounge Dining Room Kitchen Lockable garage Pool - if possible Secure Please contact Wayne or Trudy Patterson on 0912 905 550 ++++++++++ FOR RENT Three bedroom house in the Matsheumhlope area. Electric gate, water tank plumbed into house, wiring in place to attach a single phase generator, wooden storeroom, two staff houses, satellite dish and wiring (no decoder!). Main house has three bedrooms, separate toilet, bathroom with shower, bath and hand basin, lounge cum dining room, secure veranda, tiled kitchen with cupboards. Whole house is either tiled or carpeted. Please contact magskriel@mac. com +++++++++ Wanted is a comfortable, secure 2-3 bed roomed cottage or flat or small home for a small family of 4, preferably close to town/ hillside/burnside/ ilanda areas (or anywhere quiet and secure) wanted as soon as possible PLEASE. Contact details; alfred@malilangwe. org 0912292056 0912950012 0912460022 0912399037 Regards Alfred T. Ngwarai ++++++ House to rent in Suburbs: Suburbs home: Three large bedrooms, two bathrooms,large veranda, separate laundry room, staff quarters, on large plot, with well maintained garden (includes gardener), excellent borehole. We have a separate cottage as well , which is currently being used as an office. Pics available on request. e mail magskriel@mac. com +++++++++++ 10) VEHICLES Bulawayo Island Hospice Services are urgently in need of wheel rims for a Toyoto Corolla. Ours were stolen last week. Please help us by contacting us on Telephone 77972.. Thanking you. Peggy Schonken Telephone 77972. +++++ 1997 Mazda 626 Executive "with all the bells and whistles" - power steering, central locking, alarm, gear lock, radio/tape player, mag wheels, Tromps engineering fitted tow hitch and seat & dash covers. One owner, having done a genuine 58000 kms only. US$8 500 onco. Phone Roy on (09)242210 or 011731695 ++++++++ Audi A4 1996 Model, sedan, white Automatic Luxury Vehicle, with ABS brakes, power steering etc Lady owner us$16 000 Please contact 011605085, +++++++ For Sale Mercedes Benz 300D 123 series Six Delta Huts Phone 245650 or 011630024 +++++++ FOR SALE Toyota TownAce Mini Bus 10Ft Boat & 3.5Hp Merc Motor Yamaha DT Motorbike 175 - not registered Yamaha IT 200 Motorcycle Garden Furniture Jungle Gym Playground slide Tennis Racquet High Jump Stands Geese Tel: 011 713 258 or 0912 402 339 ++++++ Ford "D" series 7-ton truck. (the engine is being re-done and needs to be assembled. The tyres are hood and so is the body work) Prices are all negotiable. Serious cash offers only. Tel: 09 242 090 / 0912 343949 ++++++++ I am selling a DAF Hydraulic steering box service exchange for P4000 Contact Roy Lomax on 0912 312 608 or 78526 +++++++ FOR SALE 626 Mazda sedan - executive Year: 1997 Colour: Ivory Mileage: 137 000km Tyres: In very good condition Engine: Sound Power steering, electric windows, upholstery in good condition, no cracks and only had 2 owners from new. Price: 7500 usd neg. Vehicle in Bulawayo, interested please contact me on either 011 209532, 09 215844 or chez@mweb.co. zw ++++++ For sale: Honda Oddessy 1996 metallic silver, full leather interior,good condition. Contact;0912213436/ 011410042 FOR SALE Mazda 626 Sedan, Year 2000 Mileage + 111000Km's, Sky Blue, 17inch Mag wheels Grey Leather Interior, Elect Sun Roof, Alarm System as well as Car Tracking System, Sony Explode Sound System with Advert placed in Tue 19th Feb Edition Front Load Tape Deck & 10 CD shuttle, Thanks (Full House) In Immac Condition. Lady Driven & Must be Seen. Asking Price US$14,000.00 (O.N.C.O) Phone 011211045 or 460786-91 ++++++++ 11)) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED +++++++++++ 12) SEEKING FRIENDS am searching for family of the late Mags Broomberg as she is my late fathers sister and I have never met my cousins before and would dearly love to get to know my late dads family. Please if you can I would appreciate it very much. My late dad was Peter David Hosmer. Debbie Meyer Office Administrator Thandaza Covenant Church, Empangeni, South Africa office@thandaza. org.za (w) +27 35 792 4186 (c) +27 72 948 1536 (f) 086 695 9062 www.thandaza. org.za ++++++ Can you assist your fellow Rhodies to get in touch with their "lost" family or mates? Spencer King Looking for my son, Spencer King, who left Zim in Feb 2003. I am not living in the UK and we lost contact two years ago. Have tried the family tracing through the Salvation Army, to no avail. If anyone knows of his whereabouts, please contact me. Contact: Carol King [carllking9@talktalk .net] Ruth Carr Lee (nee Gillis) Born in Scotland 1942, went to Cape Town with parents then Bulawayo (Queens Park East). Father George Gillis worked for Africair 1962. She married BSAP Driving Instructor Jack Lee 1964 and moved to Cape Town then Los Angeles. Last heard of Harare 1977. Contact: Christian Ainslie - [thechristain@ terra.es] Jill Kinsey - ex Gwelo Married Geoff Kinsey, went to Portugal- back to Mozambique - does anyone know where she has got to? Contact: Marcus Proome [mproome@mweb. co.za] Juanita Clark, Gwelo Alf was tragically killed during the war - she remarried a farmer from north of Harare - where has our friend got to.?? Can anyone help me. Many thanks. Contact: Marcus Proome [mproome@mweb. co.za] Miss Joan Fry ex ESC in Bulawayo A friend of mine is trying to locate a friend of his a Miss Joan Fry she use to work for the ESC in Bulawayo then moved to Cape Province if you can help that would be great have a good day. Contact: Sue Van Der Riet [bsvdr@bigpond. com] Betty Burton of Bulawayo Contact: Sue Van Der Riet [bsvdr@bigpond. com] If you are wanting to trace an old friend or colleague please visit the RWW "Where Are They Now?" Forum at: http://www.blogforu m.us/forums/ rhodesia- forum-6.html +++++++ Dear Maggie I'm a British journalist based in South Africa. I saw your site and wondered if you might be able to point me in the right direction for some research I'm doing. I'm trying to trace a Dr Sandler who used to live and work in Bulawayo. He was a gynaecologist and president of the Rhodesian Medical Association in the 1960s. His son Ron went to Milton school and then won a scholarship to Cambridge University. He is now a prominent businessman in the UK Do you know any of the family or anyone who might? Or do you know any old Miltonians? I think Ron would have been there from about 1964 to 1971 Any advice or help would be very gratefully received. And do keep up the good work with your website. I imagine it's a much needed splash of colour in these exceptionally tough times for Zimbabweans. Regards Stephen Bevan Freelance Journalist Pretoria, South Africa Tel: +27 12 460 7704 Cell: +27 730 249 698 e-mail: stephenbevan@ mweb.co.za +++++++ Please could somebody give me information regarding an ex Northleigh school boy Bruce Schultz. He would have been there in the late 60's early 70's. He started his military service in 1974. I heard that he was killed in a tragic shooting accident, but not from a very reliable source, so can anyone clarify this or give me any contact details for him ? vetvision@wirelessz a.co.za X +++++++++++ 13) SITUATIONS VACANT Bookkeeper Wanted A well established retail company is looking for a bookkeeper who is able to work up to trial balance. The successful applicant must be well versed in Pastel. Included in duties will be the preparation of monthly VAT returns as well as several other vital admin duties.A competitive package is on offer to the successful applicant. Please contact Wayne James on 889731/889875. +++++ Transport/ Turbo Company The above companies are seeking applications from young school leavers or apprentices looking for a carrier in mechanics (light petrol and heavy duty diesel) and engineering. Applicants should drop their C.V's or applications at Turbo Tech,13 Bessborrough Street Belmont,they should be addressed to Mr D. Jones. +++++++ A Security Manager is required to manage 5 Kapenta rigs in the Binga Area. Must be able to drive boats etc. Contact:- CHARLIE OR ANTON AT DEALOR ENTERPRISES. TEL:- 015-245 P.Dare Binga Crocodile Farm 015 297/351 015 297 pdare@iwayafrica. com ++++++++ Cook/Chef Qualified cook/chef seeking employment. Certificate in hotel and catering,food preparation, nutrition, hygiene and larder. Contact:011449907 +++++++ Family of 6 (4 adults & 2 kids) looking for a 3 - 4 bedroom house to rent as from end of February or as soon as possible. Preferable areas - Morningside, Hillside, Montrose and Barham Green. Please contact: 091 2 351 074 (Miss M. Mayers) 881655-9 (work) +++++++ Looking for a gardener to live on the premises, please contact Brian Jones on 011 212 367 ++++++ VACANCIES A Bulawayo based company seeks to recruit the following personnel. The company operates from Belmont and own transport would be necessary, both vacancies are morning only positions 1.Private secretary/P A to the Managing Director.Must be computer literate and shorthand or speed writing would be an advantage. 2. Debtors/Admin Clerk. Must be computer literate ,varied work in small office. Please reply to lmco@gatorzw. co.uk Or P O Box 8222 Belmont Bulawayo. +++++++++++ 14) MISCELLANEOUS 1 x PS1 1 x PS2 & games Baby cot Typist chair Prices are all negotiable. Serious cash offers only. Tel: 09 242 090 / 0912 343949 ++++++ Bathroom Vogue for all your bathroom requirements. We do bath re-enamelling, plumbing, tiling, carpentry, electrical and welding work. We can supply aluminium shower doors, taps and accessories and offer an advisory service to customers. Call in to our showroom at 10 Swansea Street, Belmont or phone us on 68741/66537. ++++++++ Ziminsure on line. Claims paid out in forex. Restore confidence in the insurance products you hold by contacting www.ziminsure. com or e-mail info@ziminsure. com - for insurance on cars, houses, businesses. +++++++ Wanted to Buy The book "Gone with the Wind" Condition immaterial as along as all the pages are there. Phone: 474282 Work or 0912251170 +++++++ Freestyle Hair Salon offers top-of-the-range services in:- Hairstyling: Braiding, weaving and all chemical processes. We also blow dry, set and tong. Barber service also provided. Beauty Care: We employ a Qualified Beautician who specialises in facials and makeovers using Black Opal products. Manicures: Acrylic nails, dry manicures and French Tips. Tattos: Skin art and tattoos in black (Indian Ink) and colour. Situated at Shop 37a, 1st Floor, Bulawayo Centre, Main Street, 10th/11th Avenue, Bulawayo. Telephone: 68086 Mobiles: Hairdressing - Evon 011 447 233 Beauty - Anna 091 2 642 714 Nails - Sheila 023 309 825 ++++++++ Easter! Easter! Easter! Facing the problem of finding good, quality Easter Eggs??? Well look no further, your worries are over! On offer are home-made Easter Eggs made from quality imported chocolate and sweets. Order: - Large (full) - Large (half - filled with imported chocolates and sweets) - Small - Easter Bunnies. Choose brown, white or caramel chocolate. So eggs made to order. To avoid disappointment, place your orders now to:- Lee - 091 2 312 492 Rikki - 091 2 292 292 Shirley - 091 2 312 492 ++++++ SHOPPING SERVICE IN SOUTH AFRICA I will do your shopping in South Africa. I go Twice a week. Phone Laura on 09-240081 or cell 091 2 235 730 for Details. or email buckcon@mweb. co.zw +++++++++ SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS PLEASE HELP US TO HELP THOSE WHO CANNOT SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES Thank you to the wonderful people of Bulawayo for all the goods which have been donated. Our shelves are almost empty again so please keep bringing all your unwanted goods. All money taken at the shop goes directly to running our kennels. There is enormous pressure on the kennels and clinic in these difficult times and every little bit helps such a lot. We take anything such as books, magazines, bottles, plastic bottles, HTH bottles, records, patterns, ornaments, pictures, picture frames, cutlery, crockery, newspapers, costume jewellery, used cards, electrical appliances dead or alive, clothing, games, games equipment, jam jars, in fact anything you do not want we can make use of. We are situated between 14th and 15th Avenues, Robert Mugabe Way. Tel 69814, shop hours 9am -12pm and 2pm - 4pm except Monday mornings, Saturday morning 9am - 11am. Thank you for keeping our shop going. We have, silverware and cuttle fish. Why not pop in and browse. We have an urgent appeal from our kennels for old newspapers. If you have lost your pet please call the SPCA kennels. If you see an animal in distress please call the SPCA kennels. All too often we find animals run over and injured when a simple call to the SPCA could save their lives. Tel: 66578/66593 +++++++ FOR SALE ASSORTED GEDORE SPANNERS AND TOOLS 9 PIECES FLAT SPANNERS - 10MM TO 22MM 12 PIECES RING AND OPEN END SPANNERS - 7MM TO 22MM 10 PIECES DOUBLE RING SPANNERS - 7MM TO 32MM 9 PIECES AF SPANNERS 3/8 TO 1 1/4 14 MIXED SPANNERS 2 PIPE SPANNERS 1 LARGE SCREW DRIVER 2 HAMMERS MOTOR VEHICLE FOR SALE FORD GRANADA 1982 SEDAN NEEDS SLIGHT ATTENTION CONTACT BERTIE ON TELEPHONE NO. 478411 BEFORE 8PM +++++++ ATTENTION: LADIES BEAUTIFUL SCENTED CANDLES UNUSUAL CANDLE HOLDERS AROMATHERAPY OILS AND INCENSE FRAGRANCE AND ESSENTIAL OILS ASSORTED UNIQUE OIL BURNERS AND INCENSE HOLDERS LARGE VARIETY OF INCENSE CONTACT: JULIA CELL: 0912 233679 HME: 240022 +++++++ ITEMS FOR SALE PURCHASE OF DFI FUEL MADE EASY - READY FOR COLLECTION TODAY!!!!!!! !! CALL 011 410276 or 0912 681622. ++++ Does anyone know where I can buy or take a cutting of the "Robinia" Tree or the other name for it is the "False Acacia"/ "Pseudo Acacia"? Please can you email me on sascha@farviczw. com or phone me on 084 20251. With thanks ++++++ 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). No seller commission will be charged if the payment is to be made to the SPCA. We are located at 141A Fife Street (between 14th and 15th Avenues). Telephone 70316 or 880058/126/918. ++++++++ King's Equestrian Centre is offering livery at Ascot Racecourse. Large private paddock, endless thick bedding, plenty of food and fresh hay. All horses welcome! For more details, or to view, contact Samantha on 0912921719 or 252323 (after 18:00). ++++++ TASTY DRY WORS AND BILTONG FOR SALE. UNIQUE RECIPE, COMPETITIVE PRICES CALL 011 410276 ++++++++ Ricochet Modelling Agency, run by internationally trained and experienced Director Rikki Nathanson, offers intensive modelling and grooming courses at beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. These include: - Grooming - Fashion Combination - Social Etiquette - Interview Skills - Image Consultancy - Ramp Modelling - Photographic Modelling Short grooming courses also on offer to corporates. We also offer function and event management, including wedding planning. Situated at Freestyle Hair Salon, Shop 37a, Bulawayo Centre, Main Street, 10th/11th Avenues, Bulawayo. Tel: +263 9 68086 Mobile: +91 2 292 292 +++++++ POULTRY: Cute young Silkies for sale. Also silkie cross bantams. Tel: 204460 ++++++ Wanted: Small angle grinder. Tel 204460 Would Alvern with the Black & Decker angle grinder please phone me again - I have misplaced his phone number. ++++++ SAVE LOCAL AND FOREIGN MONEY WITH SOME EXCELLENT TRAVEL HINTS I am here to help anyone with any travels anywhere in the world. Why waste your precious forex ???? Excellent financial arrangements made for your travel arrangements to suit you and me !! email Janine soon on Janine Engelbrecht j9_engel@yahoo. com for a quicker reply my number is + 263 11 366 173. +++++ BUCKLEY CONSTRUCTION TEL: 240081..... CELL: 0912 861 240.......0912 235 730 e-mail buckcon@mweb. co.zw FOR ALL YOUR - ROOF LEAKS, CEILINGS, PAINTING, ALTERATIONS AND BUILDING REQUIREMENTS ++++++++ LULUBELLE (exclusive handcrafted jewellery) SILVER jewellery & accessories now available choose from my range, or design your own Prices are very competitive. I buy all old jewellery and beads Call Chantelle : 241549 or 0912 448 221 +++++ Lovely two man bass boat with 30 Yamaha electric start, bass motor, bilge pump, live well, covers for engine and boat, very neat and well maintained. US$2000 or n.c.o. phone 282051. Petrol and Diesel coupons available, which can be redeemed country wide minimum order 20 litres. telephone Wally on 282051. +++++++ Boarding available for school children who live out of Bulawayo. Weekend Boarding also offered. Laundry done at boarding home. Preferably Petra and Whitestone, other schools will be considered. Call: LEIGH 011412687 +++++++ "In December 2007 we did a job for a Mrs D.V.J. Phillips of 479 Marula Crescent in Victoria Falls. She gave a Bulawayo phone number which, when we dial it, just rings. No-one ever answers! We desperately need to get in touch with her, have tried many times to call, have even got her box number in the Falls and have written to both the box number and her physical address, but have had no joy at all. I'm hoping that someone who reads the Morning Mirror might know her, and be able to help us to contact her. If so, please could they, or she, contact us URGENTLY at: Servac Sales and Services P.O.Box F.M.888 Famona Bulawayo Tel/Fax 09 63481/76280" +++++++++ WANTED OUTBOARD PETROL BOAT MOTOR. 9 TO 10 hp. PLEASE PHONE 241269 after 5pm. or 011213380. OR 886515, 886513 , 886502. Nick or Dawn +++++++ Wanted: de-horning iron, weaner plate and bdizo for castrating cattle. please call Nicola on 0912 346868/04 861253 Wanted: a press to make cheese/butter, recipe to make cheese and butter and a cream separator please call Nicola on 0912 346868/04 861253 +++++++ New Orleans Restaurant and Banff Lodge Hotel have reopened after annual leave and look forward to welcoming customers old and new. The restaurant offers an exciting menu featuring a number of new dishes as well as the return of old favourites. For reservations telephone 243176/77. Look forward to seeing you. +++++ MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING STUDY PART-TIME IN BULAWAYO OR HARARE MONTESSORI CENTRE INTERNATIONAL, LONDON INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED COURSE. LONDON TRAINED TUTOR LES CRAWFORD. TELEPHONE 002639 242762 OR E-MAIL lesford@mweb. co.zw ++++++ 12/220V Fridge's Beat the power blues and get a 12/220V Portable Fridge/Freezer. Runs off ZESA(when its there) or plug into vehicle when needed.Rugged Stainless steel design suitable for hunters who wish to provide their clients with ice cold drinks!!!! Available in 40L,60L and 80L models.Full spares and service facilities available. Contact Wayne James on 889731/889875 for more info. ++++++ ROSE VALLEY BUTCHERY PHONE 78619 OR 0912861535 TO PLACE YOUR ORDER.. WE HAVE SUPER QUALITY BEEF AT WHOLESALE PRICES FOR SIDES OR QUARTERS. ++++++++ SOLID TEAK FURNITURE MADE TO ORDER. SPECIAL WORK UNDERTAKEN. BAOBAB INDUSTRIES BULAWAYO TEL: 60319, 76523, OR 882586. E-MAIL: baobab@mweb. co.zw ASK FOR JOHN HEWITT OR BRIAN SINCLAIR +++++++ LOUNGE SUITE FOR SALE 3-piece solid oak and draylon wing-backed lounge suite for sale in Bulawayo. Draylon light blue in colour. 3 seater couch and 2 x 1 seater chairs, also matching foot "poof". Immac condition. Owner asking R1000 equiv. For more details tel SA cell 082 420 1759 or email westfieldjt@ telkomsa. co.za ++++++++ Saf-bar (Pvt) Ltd Workshop now in Bulawayo. For hunting rigs, bull bars, tail gates, conversions to existing rigs etc. Also in stock - Hilift Jacks imported from Australia Compressors - double and single Winches - Imported - 9500lbs and 3500lbs For a quote please call 09-281122/091225535 1 +++++++++ MICKAEL'S ELECTRONICS 4 ALL YOUR SATELLITE INSTALLATIONS, ROOM EXTENSIONS, HOME THEATRE INSTALLATIONS & FAULTS, SIGNAL PROBLEMS (NO SIGNAL), MISSING CHANNELS, SATELLITE REMOVALS & REINSTALLATIONS, ETC I ALSO DO REPAIRS, SERVICING & MAINTENANCE FOR: TV'S, VIDEO'S, DECODERS, MICROWAVES, DVD PLAYERS, HI-FI'S, INVERTERS, REMOTE BLASTERS, ETC I OFFER: FREE PICK UP & DELIVERY FOR ALL ELECTRICAL GOODS BEING REPAIRED. AVAILABILITY THROUGHOUT THE WEEK INCLUDING WEEKENDS. DISCOUNT FOR PENSIONERS. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION GUARANTEED FOR THE BEST PROFESSIONAL SERVICE IN YOUR HOME CONTACT MICKAEL: (09) 62191 / 091 2 710 104 OR CALL AT 51 MAIN STREET, 4TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO FOR SALE ALL BRAND NEW ITEMS Satellite Dishes, LNB's - Single & Twin, Wiztech SABC Decoders. For more information call Mickael: 091 2 710 104 / (09) 62191 or call at 51 Main St, 4th Ave, Byo MICKAEL'S ELECTRONICS We can supply all your DSTV requirements such as: Satellite Dishes, LNB'S single & twin, Multichoice Remote Controls & Decoders, Wiztech Autoroll Decoders, Remote Blasters, Boosters, Etc Benefits of Wiztech SABC Decoders: Free Viewing of SABC 1-3, Etv, Btv, SABC Africa, Reality TV, Xtreme Sports, National Geographic, Playboy & much much more!; No repeats on movies; Lots of comedies, soaps, movies, etc; No expensive monthly subscriptions. Forget about expensive monthly subscriptions with the Wiztech which will make your home the place to be! For more information call Mickael: 091 2 710 104 / (09) 62191 or call at 51 Main St, 4th Ave, Byo +++++ FOR SALE Daewoo Cd & Single Cassette Player Call Joey 471122/462607/ 471486-7 or Email joanne@scandia. co.zw +++++ For Sale Reservoir cover (New) Surplus to requirements. 10m Wide (550g) Green PVC Cover for Reservoir with centre drain. Price US$700.00 Contact K. King 055 24325, 011 608064, chinyika@mweb. co.zw +++++++ FOR SALE BRAND NEW GUITAR & AMPLIFIER CONTACT MICKAEL 011 629 584 / 091 2 710 104 PHONE 091 2 350 836 ++++++ VITAL AQUA,HEALTH AND BALANCE ARE YOU STRESSED OUT,GOT TENSION IN YOUR NECK,OR IS YOUR HEALTH ON THE LINE?YOUR SOCIAL LIFE AND HOME LIFE ARE TAKING FLACK.? DO YOU FEEL NOT WORTH IT, AND DEPRESSED AND DOWN.??? OR ARE YOU JUST SO "OUT OF IT" THAT YOU SEEM YOU JUST CANT GET "ON TOP OF IT". ITS ALL ABOUT WORK AND PEOPLE PLEASING, AND YOU WISH FOR ONCE THE WORLD COULD GET OFF YOUR BACK FOR JUST ONE SECOND TO GIVE YOU A BREATHER.??? ?? WELL COME ON,THIS IS YOUR TURN NOW........ RELAX AND GET TAKEN AWAY IN YOUR OWN MYSTICAL WORLD, WITH OILS USED AND BLENDED IN PERFECT SEQUENCE IN A MASSAGE THAT WILL TAKE TOTAL CONTROL OF YOUR STRESS AND TENSION, CAUSING RELAXATION THRU OUT YOUR WHOLE BODY. AFTER THE FIRST FEW SESSION,YOU WILL CLEARLY SEE A CHANGE OF RELAXATION AND BALANCE IN YOU HEALTH AND GENERAL WELL BEING.... YOU WILL FEEL YOU HAVE MORE ENERGY LESS STRESS HEADACHES AND FEEL MUCH MUCH MORE HAPPIER. CALL ME NOW AND DONT DELAY: CINDI PETERSEN DIXONS ROOMS , 2ND FLOOR ROOM 25. 0912 314 879 IF YOU CANT GET THRU DROP ME A MESSAGE, I WILL GET BACK TO YOU AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. I ALSO HAVE VOUCHERS FOR VALENTINES, BIRTHDAYS, EASTER OR JUST BECAUSE YOU FEEL LIKE IT....... AND AFTER ALL YOU ARE WORTH IT.!!!!!!!!! ++++++++ THE TRAVEL SHOP Travel Consultants Suite 7 Prince's Park Mansions Leopold Takawira Avenue BULAWAYO Tel : 74768 / 74752 Email : travshop@mweb. co.zw ++++++++++++ +++++++++ +++++++++ ++++++ THE COMPUTER SHOP Shop No. 1 Mirage Centre Corner Fife Street & 13th Avenue BULAWAYO Tel : 881242 / 67747 / 66263 Email : compshop@mweb. co.zw +++++++ TAX NEWS FLASH Do you know about the Murowa Diamonds judgement?Are you paying your duty and Vat in forex when you have obtained the funds from an "Authorised dealer"?Why? Have you made the payment under protest? Who is an authorised dealer? What if funds are held to the credit of an account; or if a line of credit is extended by the supplier- do these qualify as funds obtained from an authorised dealer? Zimra are out of time for an appeal. Who is handling the request by Zimra for the condonation of a late appeal? If you would like truthful answers to these questions and others you should be subscribing to Tmail.If interested please email us at taxnews@gatorzw. com. Dont be conned, BE informed. =+++++++ We would like to save you time,money and fuel by paying your bills being ,Zesa,Bulawayo City Council water and rates,Net one ,Tel one,bank deposits or whatever is required , we require an address to collect your bills from and the money or cheques to pay these.There is a fee involved for co-ordinating this service. We do a shopping day trip to Botswana once a week Tuesday, with the option of you coming with too should you wish .Provided there is room in the vehicle .If there is not room you can provide the shopping list and we will do the shopping on your behalf. Please contact James Button if you are interested by email letsmeetupsometime@ yahoo.com and provide a contact phone number thank you. +++++++++ FABULOUS FACEPAINTING Birthday Parties (children and adults) kitchen teas, think of a whacky reason to be kids with your friends and I'll help you get there!! All paints are imported, professional quality, easy to remove - though the kids won't want to! Artist trained in Australia, level III. Large portfolio to choose from, butterflies, monsters, animals, fantasy creatures, cartoon hero's, Princesses, sea creatures etc. Time: between 2 - 7 minutes per face. Can take digital photos and email results to you. Your kids will love it!!! EMAIL: islacreations@ netconnect. co.zw or phone Isla on 280062 ++++++++ Extra Mathematics Lessons Extra Mathematics lessons on offer. Forms1 through to 4 and coaching for O levels. Please contact Sarah Blatch on (09)235650 mornings or evenings for details and bookings ++++++++ C C SALES LIMITED WILL BE HOLDING AN IMPLEMENT/MACHINERY SALE AT THE BULAWAYO SHOWGROUNDS PRODUCE HALL ON WEDNESDAY 27 FEBRUARY @ 10.00AM. ENTRIES FOR THIS SALE ARE INVITED. PLEASE CONTACT US ON 09-880976/70974/ 70602 OR JOHN OGILVY ON 011-423341. +++++++ Bulawayo Island Hospice Services have 2008 calenders and Bridge Score cards for sale. Please contact us on Telephone 77972 We wish all your readers and subscribers the compliments of the season, and thank those who continue to help and support us, and our patients.. Yours in Hospice Peggy Schonken ++++++ For Sale 1. Brand New Bicycle Vehicle Carrying Rack Thule 995 / 996xt Expressway. Rack can carry 4 bicycles and has a locking system included. Price: US$ 400.00 2. Good used Look A3.1 clip on Bicycle Pedals. Price: US$ 50.00 3. School Stationery Available - reasonably priced! Item Price - Rand HB School Pencils with eraser - packs of 8 or 12 1.00 / ea. Sharpener - plastic for both large and small pencils 2.00 / ea. Ruler 2.00 / ea. Scissors - kids school type 5.00 / ea. Eraser (Rubber) 5.00 / ea. Cap Eraser - packs of 12 15.00 / pk. Wax Crayons - pack of 24 12.00 / pk. Coloured Pencils (Crayons)- pack of 12 15.00 / pk. Coloured Markers - pack of 10 15.00 / pk. Glue Stick 10.00 / ea. Elmer's School Glue 20.00 / bottle. Pencil Box - Opaque Plastic - various colours 5.00 / ea. Sets - 8 pencils, 1 sharpener, 1 eraser, 1 pr. Scissors, 1 glue stick, 1 ruler, 1 pencil box. 30.00 / set Contact: Allyson at 242845. ++++++ FOR SALE ASSORTED GEDORE SPANNERS AND TOOLS 9 PIECES FLAT SPANNERS - 10MM TO 22MM 12 PIECES RING AND OPEN END SPANNERS - 7MM TO 22MM 10 PIECES DOUBLE RING SPANNERS - 7MM TO 32MM 9 PIECES AF SPANNERS 3/8 TO 1 1/4 14 MIXED SPANNERS 2 PIPE SPANNERS 1 LARGE SCREW DRIVER 2 HAMMERS MOTOR VEHICLE FOR SALE FORD GRANADA 1982 SEDAN NEEDS SLIGHT ATTENTION CONTACT BERTIE ON TELEPHONE NO. 478411 BEFORE 8PM ++++++ SECURITY Burglar Bars Security Screens Mild Steel Fabrication Domestic Refrigeration CONTACT : RON LEVY Acess Eng. t/a Cool & Secure 09 67768 (Office Hours) 09 68591 (After Hours) 091 2 333 860 091 2 389 236 E Mail : ronlevy@zol. co.zw WE HAVE A NEW DESIGN FOR WINDOW SECURITY SCREENS.THESE ARE FITTED INSIDE WITH NO WELDING. VERY NEAT.NO MESS NO FUSS. ++++++ For Sale; is a Sansui second hand Hometheatre with all 6 speakers. Please contact Challenge on 65794 or Cell: 0912 743 153. +++++ Are you going manual when there is a computer in front of you? Do you feel its expensive to buy software? My name is Challenge and I am skilled in programming using Ms Access. I can create databases that can help you in terms of invoicing, reconciling, making orders, etc. I need anything employment or contract. Please email Challenge on delisale@mweb. co.zw or call me on 09-65794 or cell 0912 743 153. +++++++ For Sale - I have a pink Apple IPOD mini 4GB for sale. It is in good condition and will come with connection cord and earphones. For more info email me on mcg@mweb.co. zw or call me on 0912284790 (Ashleen). FOR SALE 80 Muscle & Fitness Magazines (as new) @R15 each or R1,200 for all Sakyno Digital AV Integrated Amplifier R350 Tornado 640W, 4Channel Car Amplifier R250 2 x 2 Man Tents @ R300 for both 120 x 170cm Khalaf (Egyptian) Oriental Woven Carpet as new R400 Advert Not placed yet 1 x Black Wrought Iron Hat & Coat Hanger R100 Kids Video tapes @R10 each (Barney, Lion King, Swan Princess, Tarzan 101 Dalmatians, Bambi, Dinosaurs, Alice in Wonderland & loads more) PS One & games included R200 Phone 011211045 or 460786-91 ++++++ Advertisements Mr. S. Magwanyata has all uniforms available, maids, Dust coats, boiler suits etc. He is very reasonably priced. Please phone him on cell 023383637 or landline 09- 880433, or call at No 7 Remy House, First Floor, Lobengula St/Railway Ave. Bulawayo. Front loader DEFY washing machine, front loader R1100. Pipe Threader for all you plumbers 1 x half inch to two inch threader 1 x one eighth inch to two inch threader Both new in boxes, make is RIDGID from the states, going for US$2000 each in Byo, I am selling for half of that for each. Call if interested please. interested please contact me on either 011 209532, 09 215844 or chez@mweb.co. zw ++++++++ TIDBITS If you have the will to win, you have achieved half your success; if you don't, you have achieved half your failure. David V.A. Ambrose ++++++++ To buy a beer (9 million at most sport clubs) with our biggest official banknote (Not bearer cheque) i.e. A thousand dollar bank note,( now worth $1.00) would take a pile 1260 metres high. (Almost our height above sea level) OR 18000 bricks (what we get from the bank as a bundle of 500 notes.) In volume it would work out to a one metre high block 4 metres long and 3.3 metres wide. A Toyota Liteace load pan would have to be stacked 3.4 metres high. This would give a total vehicle height of approximately 4 metres. You would then probably be stopped for overloading, but to lighten the load you could "slip" the person manning the roadblock a "quick" $4 million (Enough for a loaf of bread as I write) He could, I suppose, "pocket" the money (Large pockets). If he did not trust you, and counted each note individually at the rate of 2 notes per second, you would be there for the next 23 days. At this stage you would now definitely need at least one beer, possibly significantly more. Imagine the barman counting this whilst you get progressively thirstier. If you built a 3 metre high wall using these bricks you could make it 63 metres long. If you laid the notes end to end, the number of notes to buy one beer would stretch between Harare and Bulawayo three times. A friend of mine recently returned from the Victoria Falls and during his time there bought a beer, it cost him $65 million dollars (Time, location and price verified, this is no joke, especially about him buying ONE beer) This must be especially appealing to our tourists, especially our local tourists. When the 2010 World Cup happens, how many people are going to be willing to part with ZAR65. Perhaps I have too much time on my hands, but I think we forget how we have accepted the abnormal situation as normal and do not realise how far we have fallen. Regards David