MORNING MIRROR EDITION 308 7 November 2008 MORNING MIRROR WEB-SITE http://www.morningm irror.africanher d.com ++++++++++ ADVERTISERS !! PLEASE NOTE, SEVERAL PEOPLE HAVE LET US DOWN WITH THEIR DONATIONS... . ACCORDINGLY. .... ADVERTS WILL NOT APPEAR UNTIL A SUFFICIENTLY GENEROUS DONATION HAS BEEN MADE AND THE RECEIPT NUMBER AND AMOUNT HAS BEEN E- MAILED TO ME -- All monies raised from the payment of advertising on the Mirror go towards Zimbabwe's precious "old" folk in one way or another. For information on how to pay for your advert email - magskriel@mac. com 1) Alternately you can let us have goods, food or services in return for adverts +++++++++ 1) TRAFFIC JAM BLUES AND BLOOPERS 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 ++++++ TRAFFIC JAM BLUES AND BLOOPERS I am sure childbirth was not as difficult as this !! Such pain, such excruciating pain, nothing could take it away except a helicopter landing on the stricken N1 from Johannesburg to Pretoria !! A four hour long traffic jam .... It was a normal Joburg rainy morning I gather, but I should NOT have had two quick cups of tea and two cups of coffee before setting off with HeeHoo for a meeting with the Power-Of-Two in Pretoria in peak morning traffic. I will always remember a film I saw of a fellow who was car jacked, he needed the loo so very badly but the car jacker would not allow him to stop for the pleasure !! It obviously impacted on my sub conscious as it was all I could think of for four hours six minutes and 19 seconds !!! WHAT DOES ONE DO !!?? I ask you, with tears in my eyes, when one needs the loo in a traffic jam where there is no where to hide ? In Zim, we do not have traffic jams, the only traffic jam is for exactly six minutes at exactly 7.30 when the kids are being dropped off at school ..... so I have not been schooled in the gentle art of "do not drink coffee before setting off on the Highway !" A potty perhaps ? A Guzunder ? A commode ? Maybe even a coffee cup could have sufficed I was in such a stressful state. The seat belt too was not helping, it got tighter and tighter across my abdomen with every cruel kilometre. I even thought longingly of the incredibly disgusting "comfort station" which had been at my disposal in jail !! HeeHoo was not helping either, it was pouring with rain (piddling with rain even !!) and the sight of all that moisture pouring across the windows was adding to my unmitigated sheer agony. Knowing we were going to be awfully late for our rendezvous, HeeHoo was streaking along, (where he could) which was not often I must say, jamming on brakes too early too compensate for the slippery roads, totally oblivious to my distress. Distracted and frustrated he was not very receptive to suggestions as to how he should be driving, and not generally known for my tactful silences, even I was totally unable to protest, in fact I could not utter a single word I was in such distress .... There were major roadworks taking place ... the brand new Gautrain railway line was being constructed before our very watering eyes ! Johannesburg outgrew its road systems five years ago, and the outcome has been dreadful traffic congestion all day, every day, resulting in road-raged drivers, accidents caused by impatient angry commuters, but sadly, no portaloos have been constructed along the verges. I tried to distract myself by looking at the cars, South Africa cars are a lot smaller than the cars in the USA - that is one thing I noticed.South African cars are a lot more modern than Zimbabwe cars, I can vouch for that !! Proud I was ... of the eco -friendly population amongst which I have grown .... but even with this wonderful pride I was incapable of thinking of anything except "spending a penny" !! I had heard of squad cars accompanying pregnant women to the maternity home and wondered with clenched teeth, if I could pull that one off, with the aid of HeeHoos pullover stuffed in the necessary area ....... The DJs on the radio show "The Rude Awakening" were droning on interminably and their lavatorial sense of humour was not doing me any good at all !!! HeeHoo was gruff and uncommunicative and not allowing me to be privy to his thoughts (oops wrong choice of words again !!) I know the Comrades marathon runners will probably recommend their little invention called the "SheWee" but while this may well assist a marathon runner with a peculiar "inconvenient" problem it does not help with a gal "closeted " (no pun intended !!) in a vehicular crisis. And so dear readers, who are more worldly than I .... Who travel on highways, Byways, and the like, for hour after painful hour !! Please send in your succinct micturate answers to my next highway journey, should I ever choose to take one !! +++++++++ 2) NOTICES WOMEN IN MIND (Stonecroft Ministries) Invites you to join us for a Night of Entertainment and Dinner Speaker: John Derks At: Old Miltonians, crn Townsend Rd and 3rd Ave On: Saturday 8th November at 5:30 to 8:30pm Cost: R50 per person Drinks on Sale. (Ticket price includes entertainment, dinner and coffee) Bookings essential, phone Cathy Teasdale - 241893 / 0912 252393 or Kitty Baxter - 242829 / 023 407097 PLEASE - NO CHILDREN UNDER 16 ++++++ Bulawayo Beauty Contest at the Fun Day 29th of November at Tin Cup 5:00 pm Two Categories Ages 2-12 Little Miss Sunshine Ages 13-19 Byo Beauties Cost R10 per entry Register at Victoria's at 136 George Silundika with Shereen Thompson or 237 Leopold Takawira (cnr of Livingstone) with Raquel Fouche +++++ CHRISTIAN BROTHERS COLLEGE WILL BE PRESENTING TO BULAWAYO FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME...... ZIMFEST 2008....SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER.... .. WATCH THIS SPACE FOR MORE DETAILS..... DIARISE THIS EVENT NOW!!!!!! +++++++ FAMILY FUN DAY Saturday 22nd November 2008 TIN CUP Fun Factory Fashion Show Beauty Contest Horse Rides Tug O' War Stalls Karate Display FOLLOWED AT 6PM BY BEERFEST For information on obtaining a Stall or entering the Beauty Contest please contact RAQUEL (09) 250829 mornings and evenings only 011 617 043 or zainekel@mweb. co.zw ++++++ NEW YEARS EVE "BINGA BASH" AT KULIZWE COMPLEX GOOD MUSIC WITH "D.J. FRANK & RUDI" STARTING: 4PM ENTRANCE: R20.00 PER PERSON BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS AND FOOD........ ......... BRAAI FIRES AVAILABLE LIMITED BAR AND BRAAI PACKS AVAILABLE... .. ENQUIRIES: 011409907 OR 011413093 CHALETS AND CAMPING AVAILABLE AT KULIZWE PHONE: 015 286 (GAIL) - BOOK EARLY LETS PARTY HARD ++++++ Matabeleland 4 X4 Club are hosting their annual Jamboree on 8th & 9th November at Lakeside off Kabot Drive opposite Hotel Rio. Starting at 9am each morning. Stands available. For any querries please contact Nicky 0912 238 526 +++++ Music from PAB and the Academy Karajan and Richard Strauss A lunchtime talk by Michael Bullivant to introduce the DVD season of symphonic poems by Richard Strauss conducted by Herbert von Karajan who was born a hundred years ago. Wednesday 12 November at 1.10 p.m. Karajan conducts Richard Strauss The first in a series of three programmes features the best-known of all Strauss's symphonic poems, "Also Sprach Zarathustra" , which became the theme music for "2001: A Space Odyssey". "Don Quixote" will also be part of the programme. Monday 17 November at 5.15 p.m. Tchaikovsky: The Sleeping Beauty Tchaikovsky' s famous ballet in a sumptuous production by Marina Gielgud for the Australian Ballet Company Friday 21 November at 6.30 p.m. There will be a supper interval Wednesday 26 November : Voices in Spring [Peter Rollason] Room 25 at 1.10 p.m. Admission by donation AND IN DECEMBER. Monday 1 December Karajan conducts Richard Strauss: Ein Heldenleben Tuesday 2 December Bulawayo Guitar Maestro Concertsters! 6.00 p.m. Thursday 4 December Peter Martens Piano Trio 7.30 p.m. Friday 5 December Puccini: Turandot 6.30 p.m. Wednesday 10 December Something for Christmas! [Rollason & Bullivant] 1.10p.m. Friday 12 December Handel: Messiah ( NO Supper Interval) 7.00 p.m. Monday 15 December Karajan conducts Strauss: An Alpine Symphony 5.15 p.m. Friday 19 December Planet Earth: Ocean Deep - Saving Species 4.00 p.m. followed by a supper interval and Friday 19 December A Christmas Carol: Ballet 8.00 p.m. Tuesday 23 December Puccini: La Boheme 7.00 p.m. [Puccini was born 150 years ago on 23 December 1858] +++++ FRENCH HIP HOP DANCE SENSATION POKEMON CREW BULAWAYO THEATRE Saturday 22nd November - 6pm. Advance tickets available from the Theatre +++++++++ 2008 ZIMBABWE NATIONAL QUILT SHOW Will be held on: Saturday 15 November 2008 - 9.00am to 5.00pm Sunday 16 November 2008 - 9.00am to 12.00noon At: Old Miltonians' Club Hall 12th Avenue Extension/Townsend Road Suburbs BULAWAYO Admission fee will be charged Quilts on Show Quilt making demonstration Sales Table Supervised Parking ++++++++ WEZ Wildlife and Environment Zimbabwe (Wildlife Society) The wonderful Planet Earth DVDs on the B I G screen in the Robert Sibson Hall at the Zimbabwe Academy of Music: Fridays - 2 episodes starting 4 pm; refreshment break 5pm; second episode 5.30 pm. Finishes 6.30 pm. Tea and cakes will be available on sale. Entry will remain very reasonable. 28 November Shallow Seas & Seasonal Forests 19 December Oceans Deep & Saving Species - then stay on for your own picnic supper (as grand or casual as you wish !) and watch a DVD of the ballet of the well known A Christmas Carol. +++++++ OTHER WEZ FUNCTIONS 16 November - WEZ outing to Quiet Waters Game Sanctuary at Falcon College with talks and displays by teachers and staff - should include falconry. Bring your own refreshments and lunch and come and have a great day out ! Meeting time and place to be advised. 20 November - a Social - a gathering at 7 for 7.30 pm at Lions Club of Matopos, old Municipals Bowls Club, Moray Road, Famona. There will be an illustrated talk by the Lion researchers based in Hwange. For all of these contact Shelagh Adams 281544 (H) shelden @yoafrica. com or Margie Pearce 247009 (H) afdawn@zol.co. zw +++++ ANGLICAN CHURCH OF ASCENSION HILLSIDE Saturday 22nd November 2008 MORNING MARKET Book Stalls Gift Stalls Cakes & Teas Plants & Vegetables 2nd Time Around Clothing Stall Hire See you there!! +++++++++ 3) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES My reply to the delightful email that Zellco sent to say we have to pay cash from here on. Tina P. Dear Mr Mupunza Thank you for your email advising us, the beligered public that Zellco, like so many companies, is moving onto a cash basis. For this I cannot thank you enough. After all, I have nothing more to do every day but stand in yet one more queue to try and draw out totally non-existent cash from a bank I have not recently even been able to get across the doorway. Ooops forgive me, I actually got swept inside Zimbank on Friday by total accident when the crowd who had been there for seven hours went surging forward and I was trying to get into a shop next door. I have to say though, once inside it was quite an educational - how do they manage to sqeeze so many people into one small area in temperatures above 40 degrees, or perhaps it was 50 degrees. Hard to tell when you are sandwiched between a strangers bottom and another persons boobs - all very cosy. Coming back to your bizarre request. The last time I looked, I had a full cheque book - which I got from the above named bank for a huge amount of money, and come to think of it, that was another interesting story trying to extract that from the Bank just after they had run out of paper to print the cheque books. But I digress. I did get my cheque book and what a godsend. I am never going to have to apply for another one as NO ONE, youselves included will accept one. Thank goodness for that as I am sure I will never be able to actually remember how to write quadrillion, gazillion, bongbillion dollars. So Mr `The economy is forcing us to do this' Manager - have you actually thought of the implications of your decision - have you got rows of nice comfortable chairs lined up outside your building for the people in the queue to sit on. Have you got some lovely waitresses serving ice cold drinks (we will have to pay for them of course) because there will be LONG LONG queues. We have all seen how long it takes your office staff to write a receipt for a cheque, so we know we will be there for days if they have to count all that cash, poor dears! But I suppose in the end it will be worth it - perhaps if you get all this money in, you might actually be able to get something to work - maybe we will be able to get a call to go through first time, or even more exciting, perhaps we will be able to actually send a message rather than just get billed for sending them when they dont ever arrive - Have you ever wondered where they all go - I am sure there is interesting explaination in there somewhere? If you feel that you would like to take this up with me personally I could try and fit you in but the chances are I will probably be in some queue or other trying to get cash, pay cash or look for cash. Oh, you could try and phone me about it - but you'll probably find the network is down ! Your extremely upset, irritated and angy customer TINA P. ++++++++ Gary Duberly, who was brought up in Bulawayo, and whose family emigrated about 25 years ago, has just won the World Masters Squash Championship in the 40-45 age group. I am sure that many of the more mature squash fraternity in Zimbabwe will remember Gary and will welcome this news. Some details of the Championships are that 769 players from 39 countries participated in Christchurch, New Zealand. Gary now lives with his wife and 3 daughters in Wellington. There were 77 entries in the 40-45 age group, and Gary won the semi-final 9-6 in the fifth after 80 minutes. He then won the final, also in 5 sets after 1 hour. Gary used to play out of Queens Sports Club as a teenager and some will remember him for his talent and his tenacity. Gary can be contacted on grdubes@xtra. co.nz +++++++++ 4) CONGRATULATIONS +++++++++ 5) CONDOLENCES CONDOLENCES ------------------------------------------------------- From:- Bulawayo Morning Mirror Extra - Charlie Trollope Tuesday, November 11, 2008 The funeral of the late Charles Trollope will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Ludlow Hewitt Road, Kumalo on Thursday 13 November 2008 at 3 p.m. ------------------------------------------------------- JOHN DE SMIDT MUCH LOVED UNCLE AND COUSIN OF KEV, JANE, KYLE, HEYDEN AND JOHN, ROB, DEB, RYAN AND BRENDAN, DON, LIL, BRUCE AND SHAYNE PASED AWAY TRAGICALLY IN JOHANNESBURG ON FRIDAY 31 OCTOBER 2008 AFTER A SHORT ILLNESS. HIS COMPASSION, GENEROSITY, LOVE AND GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR WILL BE GREATLY MISSED - REST IN PEACE SQUIRE ++++++++ Memorial Service for the Late Anne Maclaren will be at City Presbyterian Church Saturday 15th November at 10 am. ++++++++ HUME, Hughie Beloved Dad of Helen, Ronnie, Billy and families. Passed away, in Johannesburg, after a short illness on Saturday 18th October 2008. Will be sorely missed by all. Contact details Kevin Volk E-mail Address(es): kpvolk@vodamail. co.za `======== Anne Maclaren Sadly passed away at 14.35 on Friday 31 October at Edith Duly Dearly loved mother of Angie, Mac (Rodney), Desray Mother-in-law of Tony & Ken Grandmother of Desray, Nicola, Kyle, Jason, Tyler & Amy Great Grandmother of Dylan She has gone to a better place and her suffering is over. ++++++++ Mark Kriel It said "to know you is to love you" and many of us did not have that honour. We however feel the pain echo'd in the voice of your Parents Mike And Felicity and brother Chris. It is to the family that all the management and staff at Acol Chemicals Holdings Harare Office extend their sincere condolences. ++++++ It is with great shock that we have just learnt of the passing of Mercia Beverage, she was such a great person and a wonderful friend, she did so much to help us with our M.O.T.H. charity work. Sleep peacefully my friend - no more pain. Deepest sympathy to Alex and family - our thoughts are with you. George and Yvonne Sims New Zealand carliwe@clear. net.nz +++++++ Mark Kriel We heard with great shock of your sad loss, our deepest sympathy's to Mike, Felicity and Chris from Cuthbert, Tendai and Meki SMM Instruments ++++++ JONES May we express our thanks to all our friends for their prayers, food, messages from far and wide, during the time of Tom's passing. We are so grateful to you for all your love and support. Love and God Bless you all, Sally, Craig, Nookie, Gay, Mell and the Boys. ++++++++++ MERCIA BEVERIDGE LOVING WIFE OF ALEX, MOTHER OF BEVERLEY, LAURA AND KAREN PASSED AWAY ON 24 OCTOBER 2008. THE MEMORIAL SERVIE WILL BE HELD AT 66 DUNCAN ROAD AT 9 AM ON SATURDAY 8 NOVEMBER. FOLLOWED BY THE WAKE WHICH WILL BE AT THE LIONS DEN MATOPOS ROAD AT THE MUNICIPALS SPORTS CLUB IN MORAY ROAD. +++++++++++ CONDOLENCES PHYLIS COLEMAN - PASSED AWAY PEACEFULLY AT EDITH DULY ON THE 24TH OCTOBER 2008. SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL THE STAFF AT EDITH DULY AND DR. CHHANABHAI FOR THEIR CARE AND COMPASSION. ANYONE FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO HAVE A GRANNY LIKE OURS IS TRULY BLESSED. ROSY, ALAN AND KYLE SHEARING PHYLIS COLEMAN - BELOVED MOTHER OF EDIE AND BUSTER, GRANNY OF GARY, DEREK, JENNY AND ALL THEIR FAMILIES IN SOUTH AFRICA AND TICKEY, MOYA, DEON AND WARREN IN AUSTRALIA. REST IN PEACE MOM/GRAN - YOU WERE AN AMAZING LADY. +++++++++++ To All the Kriel family Our deepest sympathy for your tradgic loss Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, The McNeilage Family Brisbane Australia. JOHN DE SMIDT. DIED IN JOHANNESBURG ON FRIDAY, 31ST OCT, 2008. A GENTLE, KIND AND CARING MAN WITH A WONDERFUL SENSE OF HUMOUR. WILL MISS YOU, MY FRIEND. TOM, FARHANA AND BRENT. +++++ Don Ferguson It is with so much sadness that I convey my heartfelt sympathy to my dear friends Brenda, Michelle, Robin and the very precious duo on the departure of a loving and caring husband and doting father and grandfather. Bulawayo will not be the same without Don who was well known and loved by so many who had the privilege of knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all Much Love always Liz Norman +++++++++ 6) BULAWAYO NEWS To our valued "Old Girls" of GIRLS' COLLEGE BULAWAYO. Please be advised that our website is www.girlscollegebul awayo.org or You can contact us on e-mail headsec@girlscol. co.zw. If you have any further queries or comments, we would love to hear from you. +++++ BETTY'S BABIES The Rotary Club of Bulawayo South, in conjunction with Margaret Kriel and Morning Mirror will be holding a Christmas Party on 6th December 2008 for approximately 350 children at Good Hope Orphan Care. If you would like to contribute to this event (cakes, sweets, biscuits, balloons or anything that will make the day joyful!) or if you would like to join the Rotarians in making the party a happy, festive occasion please contact us for details. Margaret Kriel - email magskriel@mac. com Leila Hunt - Tel (09) 231847 (h) 203022 (b) email leila@netconnect. co.zw Jean Whiley - Tel (09) 285611 (h) 79241 (b) email jean@netconnect. co.zw "Ngenxa yothando lwabantwana (for love of the children) - just do it!" +++++ For annual entry cards to Hillside Dams Conservancy please contact Rob Burrett on 63066 or email estate@hillsidedams .com. Free entry cards are available for Senior Citizens and on application for all others. Hillside Dams Conservancy is need of any old and leaking water storage tanks that can be used to collect recyclable glass and tins at the Dams. If you can assist please contact us on 63066 or 09885333. Alternatively email us on estate@hillsidedams .com or hillsidesdams@ gmail.com Hillside Dams Conservancy is looking for a two bedroomed cottage for one of its senior members of staff in the surrounding suburbs. If you are able to help and have somewhere to rent or know of somewhere to rent please contact us on 63066, cell 09885333 or email us on either estate@hillsidedams .com or hillsidedams@ gmail.com ++++++++ DISABLED AND SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN To all those Mummy's and Daddy's out there with special needs children. I am thinking of starting a website to get you all in contact with each other. Little Angels with chromosome deletions and abnormalities to autism and ADD - if your child is special needs and you do not want to feel alone, there are many of us out there, we just need to make contact. please email lee@nandb.co. zw with suggestions and comments. ++++++++ A warning from a Bulawayo employee about a lady looking for employment called. called SIKHANGZILE. (SKA) ID number and full name can be obtained from parsie@yoafrica. com +++++++ Zim under 14 girls Water Polo tryouts wer held in Harare over the 25th and 26th of October. A number of girls from Girls College, Convent & Petra travelled up for the two day event. We are please to announce that out of the 12 chosen to represent Zimbabwe in East London in December 6 of the girls were from Matabeleland. Sarah Thomson - Petra Selba Williams - Convent Amanda Winterbore - Girls College Katelyne Van Den Bergh - Girls College Emma Biddlecombe - Girls College Danny Drage - Girls College Of the above girls, 5 are affilliated with Penguins Swimming Club. Much thanks and grattitude go to the Water Polo Coaches as well as Mrs Winnie Van Den Bergh (Penguins Chairperson) & the Penguins Coaches, Caroline Pullen, Marinda Gibbons & Liz Lang for all the time they put in for the kids. We are extremely proud of our girls and wish the team all the very best. GO PENGUINS - HAPPY FEET From proud parents of Matabeleland. +++++++ Maltese poodle answers to the name"Jessie" lost Coghlan Ave Kumalo 29 October.If found please phone 256347 011401975 +++++++++ MASCA Medical Aid Society Of Central Africa Telephone 63274 P O Box 1776 Bulawayo Fax 63277 To our valued members and member firms Critical Care Ambulance Service We regret to advise that as MARS Critical Care Ambulance Service require barter payment (in litres of fuel) MASCA is unable to continue with the capitated payment system which has served us well for many years. Persons requiring emergency critical care ambulance transfers should contact EMRAS. Awards will be made directly to EMRAS subject to the member's benefit levels. Details are as follows for Bulawayo and Harare:- EMRAS (Emergency Medical Rescue Ambulance Service) Bulawayo Telephone: 62188 Harare Telephone: 250012 Fax: 75526 Fax: 705726 Emergency (24 Hours) 62611 Emergency (24 Hours) 250011 EMRAS also operates in other centres. Persons being carried by MARS must make their own arrangements for payment. Awards will be made in line with the charges as made by EMRAS. It should be noted that this relates to the MARS Critical Care Ambulance Service and not to MARS International the company with which MASCA has arrangements for foreign medical cover. J Sigola Chief Executive 5 November 2008 +++++++++ NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN OF THE FIRST AND SECOND HALF OF THE 2008 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE MATABELELAND RUGBY FOOTBALL BOARD. DATE: SATURDAY 8TH NOVEMBER 2008. TIME: 12 P.M. VENUE: PRESIDENT'S ROOM, HARTSFIELD RUGBY GROUND. +++++++++ SUNDAY LUNCHES AT COUNTRY CLUB Tired of cooking on Sunday? Come to Bulawayo Country Club and enjoy a 2 course home- cooked Roast lunch. Eat as much as you like and enjoy a selection of at least 2 meats and a variety of fresh vegetables, followed by a selection of delicious dessert. VERY AFFORDABLE! Booking essential before 9 am on Saturday to avoid disappointment. Phone Marion : 0912-351073 011-608754 ++++++ MATABELELAND RUGBY FOOTBALL BOARD Tel: +263 9 71588 P.O. Box 1263 Fax: +263 9 71588 Bulawayo Zimbabwe Email address: hartsfield@yoafrica .com NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN OF THE FIRST AND SECOND HALF OF THE 2008 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE MATABELELAND RUGBY FOOTBALL BOARD. DATE: SATURDAY 8TH NOVEMBER 2008. TIME: 12 P.M. VENUE: PRESIDENT'S ROOM, HARTSFIELD RUGBY GROUND. ++++++++ The Board of Trustees of Mater Dei Hospital wishes to inform the community that they are experiencing grave difficulty in engaging medical cover for the Accident and Emergency Unit. Doctors who have serviced this area in the past are no longer available. Currently the nursing staff and the Consultants with admission rights to the hospital are doing everything possible to assist patients utilizing the department. The hospital's operation has also been hampered with the nurses undertaking illegal job action since June 2008. Every effort is being made to resolve the problems and we wish to inform the community that the hospital is not closed. It is hoped that everything will be back to normal practice shortly and we wish to express our gratitude to those nurses in the community and to MARS for coming to our assistance at such short notice during the crisis. DR. E. COHEN - CHAIRMAN +++++++ GUARDIAN ANGELS OF EDITH DULY NURSING HOME TERRY ALLEN JACQUI GOODES THELMA AND LIKE MYLNE LINDSAY FINCH LLOYD NEILSEN SHEILA AND LIONEL FROST SUZANNE AND GERALD Food 4 Homes - veges Unknown SA Church - groceries Zim Pension Support Fund, Hannes Botha - groceries Catholic Relief Services - food Loscon, Andy Lang - water Judy Ross - magazines Peter Johnston - cold meats African Encounter - wood Generous public of Bulawayo through the donation boxes at EcoLogical Safaris; Cheeseman; Farm Fresh & Plus Two Pharmacy Financial assistance - Friends of Mussina - $25 mill L Pridgeon - $1 million AM Pinchen (Alaska) - US50 J & J Parkin - $200 000 ASK Esson - $1.1 million Mine Machines - $1 million ++++++ For your information.. Municipality of Bulawayo telephone number for Complaints after hours: 72161 Complaints (Office Hours): Sewerage - 60464 Water - 60408 Roads/Stormwater - 75011 ++++++ CONGRATULATIONS TO ZIMBABWE'S OWN JUDITH TODD !! THE NOMA AWARD FOR PUBLISHING IN AFRICA PRESS RELEASE 31 October 2008 Through the Darkness. A Life in Zimbabwe by Judith Garfield Todd Rivonia: Zebra Press, 2007 A brave, committed and emotionally engaged personal account of the years of Mugabe´s rule in Zimbabwe since 1980. The author, a liberal from Matabeleland, imprisoned in 1972, was and is a participant in opposition to Mugabe´s leadership. This eye-witness account of Zimbabwe´s politics is an illuminating chronicle of Zimbabwe´s tragedy. Honourable Mention +++++ APPEAL FOR HELP FROM SHANTY AND KEANO Dear All As l write this letter of Appeal my heart is very sore, l have come with the help of kind people to the UK and to Germany too where we went for Genetic tests, there are a few things l would like to bring to your attention:-- 1) Keano being the first in Zimbabwe, there is another child in South Africa with the same disease. He has a very Rare case so Rare that doctors cannot determine where the disease comes from. 2) We do not have another sibling to save Keano, and to have another child would be of no use as there is no way of testing to see if the child will be ok. 3) Keano on the whole l have to work fast the problem that we now face is that l asked the doctor how long would Keano have to live?,his answer left me speechless if a severe infection doesn't kill Keano his lungs and Liver will eventually pack up, the reason is his immune system is very low and him having so much Pneumonia all the time is weakening his lungs, same with the liver. 4) They did a Bone Marrow aspiration the Wednesday the 29th October 2008. They managed to take from his little hips (both) the main problem is l need help Keano is " O POSITIVE " The doctor says there should be a donor in our family but as it costs so much money like everything, l have selectively chosen 3 people in my family in Zimbabwe, being my father (O positive) Neils mother (O positive) & possibly a friend also same blood group. lm trying to find out how much the tests cost possibly will have to be done in South Africa my dad has no passport (working on that) still waiting to see the doctor at the Great Ormond here in UK to see what he says........ .... My main problem now is that l have Quotes the one from Germany for the tests and Bone marrow transplant is Euro100 000 or UK£140 -400 000 (different quotes) the main problem also that Neil & l are from Different ethnic groups. Shocking hey??? Well for now there may be an alternative. ......... Its called a HAPLOID TRANSPLANT see http://lib.bioinfo. pl/pmid:16965686 Its a Transplant from Me the mother (not a full match possible complications) but they would do tests and take from myself to help save Keano but that's only in a Chronic condition as I'M not a match it is risky but then again all transplants are, l have to find a Donor urgently and the sooner the better, the money well l know God will provide its really sad as there are so many people who need help out there. Please is you can help in anyway l was hopping to get in the Hannover Medical institute for Research purposes but unfortunately we don't qualify as we are not GERMAN NOR BRITISH. We are trying to see what to do with regards to that. for now if you have any suggestions, ideas l would appreciate. Herewith some helpful sites http://www.nyp. org/services/ oncology/ pediatric- cancer.html http://www.children snyp.org/ http://www.nyp. org/services/ oncology/ bone-marrow- transplant. html http://wo-pub2. med.cornell. edu/cgi-bin/ WebObjects/ PublicA.woa/ 3/wa/viewService ? servicesID=544& website=nyp+ cancer&wosid= t6EkeTk1LlD2kJcc j0f5cg PLEASE HELP ME SAVE MY ONLY CHILD, I HAVE COME THIS FAR 3 YEARS OF STRUGGLING I'M NOT ABOUT TO GIVE UP OR IN...... "GOD OPENS DOORS NO MAN CAN CLOSE, PLEASE HELP ME OPEN THAT DOOR AND SAVE KEANO". CHANTELLE & KEANO +++++ Thanks for taking into account that, as from today, the Alliance franaise de Bulawayo has a new e-mail address : afbyo@yoafrica. com. (Our former e-mail address, afbyo@mweb.co. zw, will still be active until the end of year 2008.) +++++++ French Intensive Course now commencing!! !! Enrol now for the FRENCH INTENSIVE COURSE (3 weeks) for adults starting on the 17th of NOVEMBER 2008!! Lessons are held everyday, Monday to Thursday. Time slots: 10.00am-12.00pm / 2.00pm to 4.00pm / 5.00pm to 7.00pm Registration is now in progress @ Alliance franaise de Bulawayo For enquiries or special requests, contact Lovejoy, Fabien, Nyaradzo on 250 245, or Mr Zulu on 011 636 984. Visit our website www.afzim.org Alliance franaise de Bulawayo, 61 Heyman Road, Suburbs, Bulawayo. ZIMBABWE Tel: (09) 250 245 / E-mail: afbyo@yoafrica. com ++++++ BULAWAYO HELP NETWORK IS MOVING OFFICES From Monday 3rd NOVEMBER 2008 You will find us at 130A Jason Moyo Street between 13th & 14th Avenues. You may call us on 65367 until we have a new line of our own +++++++++ 7) HARARE NEWS +++++++++ 8) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES WANTED Warehouse required, between 200-400 square metres Preferably close to or in town. Office space and an accessible loading and off loading area required. Please contact Miss F Garnie on 886507 or 011 612 878 ++++++++ Family of 3 looking for a house to rent, preferably in Hillside, Burnside, Kumalo, or Suburbs. We would like to rent for possibly the next three years a house with a borehole and good security (no Dura-walls). We will pay in US$ and will take very good care of the property. Please call 240238 if you have an offer for us. Ask for Kayle. ++++++ FULL HOUSE FOR SALE: COMPLETELY FURNISHED HOUSE FOR SALE IN THE SUBURBS - 2 KMS FROM CITY CENTRE. SET ON 1/3 ACRE. B.U.C., FULLY CARPETED, 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, (THE ONE BEING IN THE LOVELY GRANNIE FLAT, TO THE SIDE OF THE HOUSE), FITTED KITCHEN, BAR, LARGE SWIMMING POOL, AN EXCELLENT BOREHOLE (WHICH ALSO SERVES THE HOUSE), ANDMANICURED LAWNS. THE PROPERTY HAS 2 LARGE SERVANT QUARTER ROOMS, AND A STORE ROOM, A LOCK- UP GARAGE & A DOUBLE CAR-PORT. FULLY FUNCTIONAL, THIS HOME CAN WORK FOR YOU WITHOUT ADDING ANYTHING TO IT. HERE IS A LOVELY OPPORTUNITY FOR A WALK-IN / WALK- OUT SALE. PLEASE PHONE JOHN POCOCK PROPERTIES (they're Byo. 70753) TO VIEW. +++++++ Offering 3 boarding places for high school girls next year Please contact Sandra for further details on 76111 or 011631221 +++++ We are a couple teaching at the Theological College of Zimbabwe, urgently looking for accommodation in and around the Bulawayo Surburbs, Khumalo, Sunninghill, Matshemhlope or Selborne Park. A cottage of at least three rooms would be okay. Prepared to pay in Forex. Phone Golden or Patience at 011554101 or 011579468 +++++++ HOUSE FOR SALE IN RIVERSIDE (CLOSE TO NUST) ONE AND A HALF ACRE PROPERTY WITH 3 BEDROOMED HOUSE CONTAINING LOUNGE (WITH FIREPLACE) AND DINING AREA PLUS A FOURTH MULTI FUNCTIONAL ROOM. SEPARATE TOLIET AND BATHROOM WITH BATH AND SHOWER. WHOLE HOUSE EITHER TILED OR CARPETED. WIRING IN PLACE TO PLUG GENERATOR DIRECTLY IN TO RUN HOUSE. 2000 L WATER TANK SET UP WITH PUMP AND MOTOR AND PLUMBED INTO HOUSE. DSTV DISH AND CABLE IN PLACE. OUTSIDE LAUNDRY ROOM. LARGE VERANDAH - FULLY ENCLOSED WITH SECURITY BARS. WOODEN SHED. TWO STAFF HOUSES. ELECTRIC GATE AND WALLED. WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF N.U.S.T. PLEASE CONTACT magskriel@mac. com ++++++++ House for Rent in Bulawayo 2 bedrooms both bathroom ensuite, separate kitchen, laundry and pantry, Oregon pine flooring, open plan dining room - lounge. Borehole. Walled. GaANGLIted. On Cecil avenue. Suitable for a couple without small children. Please contact Jeanette on ic@botsnet.bw or sadvsaf@mweb. co.zw. ++++++++ We are looking to rent a property in Bulawayo, preferably on the Bulawayo - Vic Falls road. If something is available near Hwange National Park with no encumbrances that would be ideal. Should have accommodation i.e. house or cottage as well as stables/outbuilding s or at min good grazing for horses. Contact riding@vardensafari s.com or 0912 256434 or 04 861766. +++++++ WANTED Warehouse required, between 200-400 square metres Preferably close to or in town. Office space and an accessible loading and off loading area required. Please contact Miss F Garnie on 886507 or 011 612 878 +++++++++ 9) VEHICLES FOR SALE LANDROVER FREELANDER 1.8 Petrol engine Year of manufacture 2000 99,000kms Full Landover service history ( Botswana and SA ) Imported from UK Nov 2000 One careful and loving owner Timing, AC and Fan belt replaced at 98,000kms Excellent condition and clean tidy interior Genuine reason for sale - owner leaving the country Contact 09 246842 cell 011616642 / 011616864 ++++++++ FOR SALE: Ivory Mazda 323 Hatchback,1993. Good condition, excellent runner. New tyres, new exhaust cd player. Contact Leigh on 011 637723 or 281213 FOR SALE: Blue Mazda B2200 Diesel Pick-up, 1992. Well looked after, has never given a day's trouble. Rubberised bin, cd player, Contact Leigh on 011 637723 or 281213 +++++++ CAR FOR SALE 1982 MITSUBISHI LANCER Phone : 09 240021/023 422 453 +++++++ FOR SALE** MITSUBISHI RVR 1998 4X4 PETROL FULL HOUSE GOOD CONDITION +/- 180 000 KMS ASKING PRICE US$7 000 PHONE GARY ON 011 410 915/ 241028 FOR MORE DETAILS +++++ WANTED** Running or Non-running Datsun 140Y's, 120Y's, 1200's, 1400's, Pulsar's. Must have a decent body. Contact Mitchell on 0912 383 696 or 0912 684 870. +++++++ FOR SALE : 1965 MG 1100 (grey) In good condition : good runner. Phone Bruce 011633841; work 881312; home 242174 +++++++++++ ISUZU KB280D TWIN CAB FOR SALE 4 X 4 OFFERS US$10 TO 12 THOUSAND TELEPHONE 230349 ++++++++ Renault 9 for sale runner in good condition Interested please phone 886901 / 091 2413892 / 0912 885681 ++++++ For Sale Boat: Bass Ranger 80 hp merc. Complete with 42lb thrust bass motor, depth finder, live well etc. In mint condition, on trailer. Contact Ken 011-601042/0912- 202875 For Sale: 1997 Mazda B2200 Pickup with canopy, central locking,alarm, anti-hijack switch. 105000 kms on the clock, in good condition phone Ken - 011-601042 0912 - 202875 ++++ I would like to buy a Tractor (preferably working), plough, planter, mower and any other farming (Agri-equipment) that is for sale at a reasonable price. Please note I am looking for bargains where possible and do pay in real money. Please contact me on my E-mail magwa2@mweb. co.za ++++ 1998 MAZDA B2200 SDX DOUBLE CAB FOR SALE Contact: 011 916 480 / 0912 369 814 Email Address: hamsa@mweb.co. zw +++++++++ 10)) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED LIFT REQUIRED I WISH TO TRAVEL TO BYO/JNB 18 DEC 2008 AND RETURN 30 DEC 2008 WILLING TO SHARE PETROL EXPS CONTACT : 011 208 107 +++++++++ 11) SEEKING FRIENDS Looking For I would be really grateful if any of your readers could help me find Tim and Tanya Mc Allistar. I worked with Tanya for 3 or 4 years. They left Bulawayo in 2006, and went to Ngezi Mine for a time to work, i now believe they are living and working in the Hwangie area? Darryl Leith From: bdleith@yahoo. co.uk ++++++++++ During the mid to late 70's, there was a little (interdenominationa l I think) booklet called the Path of Truth. The adult one was daily scriptures and readings, and then there was the children's booklet, with stories of "Billy and Bunty", and a little character called "Mousy". I have searched high and low for an original children's booklet, I vividly remember being read the stories at my aunts home (66 Windermere Road, Hillside). I was hoping maybe you knew of someone who may have kept them for whatever reason, I do believe they were exclusively Rhodesian, and no-one here in SA seems to know anything about them. I need to get hold of a children's booklet. If memory serves me, they were about 10cm x 10cm, and in black and white. The covers had a boarder of tiny flower creepers, AND THIS DESIGN IS WHAT I NEED TO GET HOLD OF. I really hope you can help. Kind regards Rory-Taylor, formerly of 52 Catherine Berry Drive, Ilanda rory@syringa. co.za +++++++ Graham and Helen Ralphs please contact Ru and Alie van Zeeventer. rualvan.zeeventer@ tele2.nl ++++++ I have a request from Pauline Treger, ex Byo, now in Canada with their children for an email address for Margo Cunningham. She would like to pass on her condolences in the passing of Jimmy. Both of us are ex Bowlers of OM's and BBC. plus Nomads. If you have an email add. or telephone number, maybe Jimmy's business colleagues will know. Hazel van der Riet hazel@micro. co.bw +++++++++ 12) SITUATIONS VACANT We are looking for a mechanic who is willing to relocate and live out on a farm. Accommodation available and an excellent package will be offered to the successful candidate. Interested applicants please email magwamazi@gatorzw. com ++++++ VACANCY A well established company in Belmont is looking for a mature person to fill the position of Administrator / Bookkeeper. A good knowledge of Pastel Accounting would be advantageous with at least 10 years experience in a similar position. All interested parties are to phone 0912-400724 or 0912-206591 to make arrangements for submission of CV's and subsequent interviews. +++++++ Looking for builders. Experienced. Looking for an Engine Block for an Isuzu KB280. Urgently House to buy. Areas Kumalo, Woodlands, Ilanda, Hillside, Suburbs, Famona. Possibilty for a swap with a house in Avondale West in Harare. Want 2/3 bedroomed flat to rent. To contact Jabu on 011401900. ++++++ VACANCY- SENIOR BOOK KEEPER REQUIRED With immediate effect - Falcon College requires a Senior Book Keeper. Applications from suitably experienced persons as follows:- A mature person with at least 10 years experience in bookkeeping up to trial balance and to include Debtors and credit control, creditors and cashbooks, as well as the reconciliations of these. Experience in budget control and cash flows would be an advantage. It is essential to be computer literate as well as having had experience with Pastel Accounting and Belina Payroll. Please e-mail applications together with C.V. 's to e-mail address: accounts@falconcoll ege.com ++++++++ ZiminsureOnline : Still throwing money away on Zim dollar insurance? Insure in US dollars Claims paid out in forex. Restore confidence in insurance products, on cars, houses and business. Contact our website WWW.ziminsure. Com or email info@ziminsure. Com or Phone 09 883081 / 4 ++++++++ Computer Repairs & Maintanance To All Our Valued Customers Please be advised that Shaun Sparrow of Shaun Sparrow Computers is still offering a high standard of all computer repairs & support. Be it software, hardware, networking or repairs and maintanance give me a call. Please contact me on 09 - 240218 or Cell: 011 423 093 or you can email me on shatam1981@yahoo. co.uk or tamsparrow@gmail. com +++++ Seychelles : Self catering beach cottage to rent on La Digue Island Seychelles: Email : terry@netconnect. co.zw Tel : 263 9 241224 (h) Cell : 011 257 157 ++++++ EDITH DULY NURSING HOME HAS A NUMBER OF VACANCIES FOR NURSE AIDES. EXPERIENCED PERSONS OR THOSE WILLING TO BE TRAINED WILL BE CONSIDERED. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV AND CONTACT DETAILS TO: THE MATRON, EDITH DULY, QUEENS ROAD, BULAWAYO. ++++++ 1) "Miombo Lodge (www.miombolodge. com) in Hwange National Park are looking for a fulltime guide to assist with their eco-tourism conservation project there. An exciting position for the right person in one of Africa's most legendary Parks! Prospective person should have the following attributes and in return will receive a very competitive remuneration package and an incredible opportunity and experience in the guiding field. A Zimbabwe learner guide qualification Several years prior guiding experience and a very good knowledge of the bush Class 4 driver's licence with several years experience Must enjoy working with clients and excellent people skills Must be committed to working with the lodge team Moderate computer skills including Office Outlook email, excel and Word Good communication ability Applicants please send their CV by email to beck@africanencount er.org including copies of written references if possible and/or reference contact details." 2) African Encounter is looking for an experienced accountant for an interesting and responsible position in a dynamic environment! The incumbent must be highly computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and preferably in MYOB or other accounting package and have an efficient work ethic. The main responsibilities include monthly accounts in MYOB, other accounting functions, and Belina salaries. A very competitive remuneration package is on offer for the right person in a dynamic environment! African Encounter is unique tourism group operating in responsible travel. Suitable applicants please send your CV to beck@africanencount er.org including copies of written references if possible and/or reference contact details." ++++++++++++ + Are you leaving or down-sizing, wishing to place your loyal & honest domestic worker? The job on offer is a 5 day week, mornings only, a compact and easy to keep clean house in the eastern suburbs. The pay is extremely good, with additional perks. You can contact me on the following e- mail address: arbee@netconnect. co.zw +++++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT** I AM SEEKING EMPLOYMENT FOR MY HOUSE MAID. SHE IS HONEST AND FRIENDLY AND SHE CAN COOK BASIC MEALS AND IS VERY KEEN TO LEARN MORE! SHE HAD BEEN WORKING FOR MY FAMILY FOR +/- 15 YEARS. SHE DOES REQUIRE ACCOMMODATION. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT KELLY OR GARY ON 241028 AFTER HOURS ++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT. I AM 46 WITH SALES AND ADMINSTRATION EXPERIENCE. I HAVE MANAGED A CHAIN OF RETAIL SHOPS AND A SPECIALISED WAREHOUSE, ALSO SOME EXPERIENCE IN SITE/CAMP MANAGEMENT. I HAVE GOOD BASIC MECHANICAL KNOWLEDGE AND EXCELLANT P.R SKILLS. I AM WILLING TO PUT MY EXPERIENCE INTO ANY FIELD, LEARN NEW CONCEPTS, WORK ODD HOURS AND RELOCATE IF NECESSARY. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT BURT GINNS ON MOBILE 011 203 557 OR 09 289648 +++++++ SITUATIONS VACANT Farm Manager with mechanical experience wanted to manage a banana/ vegetable plantation with drip irrigation in West Nicholson. Interested applicants please contact 65896 or email magwamazi@gatorzw. com ++++++ SUPERVISORS required Tradepower (Pvt) Ltd: - Supervisor (Despatch / Receiving) Duties as follows:- a) Responsible for stock i.e. quantity, merchandising, breakages, best buy dates b) Receiving and checking quantities of goods from suppliers c) Ensuring orders are pulled and invoiced to customers d) Ensuring goods are marked and packed in the warehouse against analysis sheets e) Supervision of staff f) Ensuring warehouse is kept clean Supervisor (Registered Foreign Exchange Store) Duties as follows:- a) Responsible for stock i.e. quantity, merchandising, breakages, best buy dates, stock replenishments b) Stock tickets i.e. price lists in four denominations updated daily c) Customer service d) Price comparisons e) Investigation of customer queries and implementation of customer recommendations if necessary f) Supervision of staff g) Ensuring outlet is kept clean Packages and conditions of service to be discussed at interview. Please send CV with contactable references to P O Box 690, Bulawayo : Attention Mrs McLeod or phone (09) 60809 / 60858. ======== Couple required to manage fishing/game lodge in Masvingo Province. Suit older or retired active persons, ideal for fishing enthusiasts. For details phone 0912 262 751 between 6am and 6pm. ++++++ I am a 29 year old lady seeking the opportunity to as a Bookkeeper or comprable. I have 10 years experience to offer. I am a results orientated person who strives for quality and perfection in every aspect of my life. My determination and strong will to succeed coupled with excellent communication skills make me a good team worker.. Please contact me on 0912 814 499. +++++++ SITUATION VACANT MARY ELLEN FARM is looking for an ACCOUNTS CLERK for the TOWN OFFICE, based at HALSTEDS, on the PLUMTREE RD. This is a possible mornings only position. DUTIES WOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: Entries into PASTEL accounting. Reconciliation of GENERAL CASH ACCOUNT. Reconciliation of PASTEL and PHYSICAL stocks. Reconciliation of all PETTY CASH entries. Reconciliation of all CASH collected from Maize and potato sales, with expenditure there from and receipt vouchers. Entry of NSSA monthly payments for year end - NSSA. Banking and recording unpaid wages. Email cheque expenditure to Harare. Taking messages and relaying to the farm via radio, if necessary. Preparation of RTGS documents and actual submission to the bank if too late for Halsted banking. Despatching of cheques for payment of goods. General banking. Sorting CASH for WAGES BREAKDOWN. CONTACT Mr P Evans at pevans@mweb. co.zw Or send CVs to Halsteds Plumtree rd, c/o Mrs E Good, Or phone 085361 or 085309 +++++++++ 13) MISCELLANEOUS DRESSES DRESSES DRESSES Lovely quality nearly new imported dresses for sale. Wide selection of different styles and sizes. Phone Marion 0912-351073 011-608754 Tina 011-611155 0912-202865 ++++++ PINEWARE KETTLE FROM SOUTH AFRICA FOR SALE CONTACT: CELL: 0912414172 ++++++ AFRICAN EARTHWORKS CHRISTMAS SPECIALS! Our spectacular bath range has been reduced to clear, just in time for you to stock up on some lovely Christmas gifts! Up to 50% off Earthchild Perfume, Loofah and Glycerin Soaps, Bath Soaks, Sugar Cubes, Black Soap and Guest Soaps, etc. Pop into Eley Education, No. 5 Silver Oaks Cnr. 14th Av/J.Tongogara on Wed, Thurs or Fridays or call us on 66703, 011 209949, 011 213344 for any enquiries. +++++++ Do you need your stove or geyser fixed? A light or plug replaced? Moving and need the stove connected? Contact Conrad on 0912 885681/ 0912 413892 or 886901 +++++ Do you have any gardening tools that are surplus to your requirements? Hillside Dams Conservancy is looking for what ever you can donate. Contact Ian Johnston on 237240, 242490, 011215373, jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw. +++++++ Shot Gun wanted -12 gauge, side by side, in very good condition or new. Please email Richard on sijarira@hhksafaris .com or kreidl@netconnect. com. ++++++++++ We are looking for an Office chair on Coasters in good condition. If you have one to sell please Contact Ian Johnston on 237240, 242490, 011215373, jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw. +++++++ Vehicle for sale. We have a 1992 Range Rover, Dark blue in colour, V8 3.9 Ltr Motor, 170 000 Kilometers, Automatic Transmission, Roof Rack, High lift jack and 80 Lt tank and 2 30 Lt tanks. For more information contact Ian Johnston on 237240, 242490, 011215373, jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw. ++++++ VEHICLE FOR SALE NISSAN DOUBLE CAB 3.3 V6 4x4 2003 MODEL - 82,000KM MANUAL GEARBOX WILD CAT EXHAUST SYSTEM LONG RANGE FUEL TANK DASTECK CHIP ROCKFORD SOUND SYSTEM CONTACT - BYRON 011 400 866 ++++++ CAR FOR SALE SILVER 94 OPEL ASTRA ONE LADY OWNER GOOD CONDITION $5 000 PH: 244738 AFTERNOONS ONLY ++++++ Need ADVICE and HELP planning a WEDDING / BIRTHDAY / CELEBRATION? IAN JOHNSTON is the very knowledgeable person to assist you. For further details call IAN JOHNSTON on 237240 or 011 215 373 e-mail jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw ++++++++ Deep freeze wanted chest type arround 8 qubic feet real money available contact P Evans on 242410 or e mail jpevans@yoafrica. com +++++++ Recently Opened.. Victoria's Nearly-new quality imported clothes for the whole family at great prices! New arrivals this week... Men's shorts, Lady's 3/4's, and Men's Longs Over 600 items came in last week, including... Youth Jeans, T-Shirts, and Women's Dresses At Pegasus Sportswear 136 G. Silundika St. Between 14th & 15th Monday - Saturday 8-12 011 617448 +++++++ For all your PLUMBING / ELECTRICAL / REFRIGERATION installations, maintenance or repairs - domestic or industrial. Contact Rob Sinclair on Byo 226188 or cell 023 894 793 email chtommy@mweb. co.zw ++++++ TEAK FURNITURE SOLID HAND MADE TEAK FURNITURE STANDARD PRODUCTS AND CUSTOM WORK FOR HOTELS, SAFARI CAMPS & THE PUBLIC CONTACT JOHN HEWITT BAOBAB INDUSTRIES BULAWAYO 60319 , 881952 , 76523 CELL 0912 411383 ++++++ FIREWOOD WANTED : The Bulawayo Shelter needs firewood ( any old scraps ) for cooking and heating. If you can help with a donation please e mail Myles Thompson at threempa@mweb. co.zw or phone the Superintendent, Peter Machida on 79983, and we will collect. Thank you. ++++++ HAVE YOUR FUNCTION AT GRANITE RIDGE IN THE MATOPOS.... WEDDINGS, BIRTHDAYS, SEMINARS, STAFF PARTY or ANY FUNCTION. DINNERS, BRAAIS or SOMETHING ON THE SPIT. BRING THE MATES AND HAVE A RELAXING WEEKEND IN THE MATOPOS. CONTACT: DAVE HARRISON PHONE: 0912215758 EMAIL:graniteridge@ mweb.co.zw +++++++ THE ZIMBABWEAN A VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS - You have been waiting for it! Now the opportunity is here The Chance to receive a paper packed with news Every Friday SUBSCRIBE and make a Don't delay, subscribe today www.thezimbabwean. co.uk/ ++++++++ TYRES Intertyre Distributors (Pty) Ltd t/a JJ Tyres is a Zimbabwean owned and managed Tyre Company, located in the Metsef /Sefalana Trade Centre Complex, Francistown , Botswana (on the extreme left of the building) Phone / Fax + 267 2419117 & + 267 72444900 and e mail jjtyres@botsnet. bw or julie_kelly@ live.com We are open to attend to all our Zimbabwean clients needs from 7.30 AM until 6.00 PM Mondays to Fridays and on Saturdays until Midday. Contact us prior to your visit, either by phone or e mail, to establish price and availability of your particular requirements so that we can ensure that we have them on hand when you arrive. Free fitting and balancing for all your tyre purchases whilst you shop right next door at The Trade Centre. Enquiries for all types of tyres & tubes welcomed. A percentage of your purchases will be donated monthly to those charities supportive of the many needy in Zimbabwe today. ++++++ MEDICAL INSURANCE With medical costs rising and our hospitals unable to cope with the effects of inflation, Medical Insurance in hard currency is becoming more and more essential. Please contact Des Stephens for all your off shore Medical Insurance requirements. Now situated at 63 Heyman Rd, Suburbs, Byo. Tel No. 230708 or 0912 211156. +++++ ALISTAIR NCUBE IS AN EXCELLENT PAINTER, BUILDER, ALL ROUND HANDYMAN. HE CAN BE CONTACTED THROUGH MR VAN ROOYEN ON 243054 +++++ HOUSEHOLD Superior 3 plate stove R1 200 Continental 4 plate with oven gas stove with 2x 19kg gas bottles R1 800 Tefal Altermatic Programme 3kg load washing machine ideal for single person or couple, ideal for holidays and camping R300 54cm (21in) Logik TV R1 600 Cookery books from R5 each Board games and puzzels from R20 each Sara Moon pictures R10 each Bar nicknacks and some glasses Two tear glass tea trolley R150 Pair of elephant feet R1 000 Lounge lamps R80 and R150 Books - Unsolved Mysteries, Air, sea and land battles, Birdlife in Southern Africa, Killers of the Wild, Enyclopedias Many many more Phone Kevin after 4.00 on 244424 or cell phone 0912 339 023 ++++++ +++++ FOR SALE TOOLS Bench Pedastil Drill R 1 800 Home guillotine $300 New Ryobi 10mm electric drill R200 Motor WANTED Warehouse required, between 200-400 square metres Preferably close to or in town. Office space and an accessible loading and off loading area required. Please contact Miss F Garnie on 886507 or 011 612 878 +++++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES If you are PREGNANT and want to know all about pregnancy, LABOUR and what to do with your NEWBORN BABY look no further. I offer a PROFESSIONAL COURSE of 6 classes giving you LOTS of information that you'll need to know and answer your queries. I offer a CONDENSED COURSE for "out of townwers" or women who have transport problems. I can also be your "BIRTH ATTENDANT" and be with you while you're in labour helping you to BREATHE and PUSH properly. Please contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (H) 237240 or 011 728 350 or (W) 474277 or 466741 - 8 am to midday e-mail jicsjohnston@ zol.co.zw ++++++ SERVAC SALES - repairs and maintenance to washing machines, fridges, deep-freezers, cold rooms and stoves as well as a variety of household items. For prompt and efficient service please contact Byo 63841 or 76280 ++++++ Ad : Computers for Sale - Dell 37,2 GB - Colour screen-speakers -R3000 No Name -18,6GB-Ideal fo kids-Clour screen -speakers and modem -R1200 Printer Canon - R100 Printer HP Deskjet 5550 -R200 ++++++++++++ ++++ ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE'S DRINKING ? You don't have to drink to suffer from alcoholism. Are you confused, depressed and nervous ? Are you losing sleep ? Are fears overwhelming you ? Do you feel sorry for yourself ? Do you refuse invitations to family and social functions ? Do you take your frustrations out on others ? Are you resentful ? Do you lie and try to cover up the drinking problem ? Are you ashamed of your situation ? There is help available for you in AlAnon Phone 011 218 314 Tuesday evenings 6.00 pm 45 Matopos Road, Famona, Bulawayo. This is on the service road between 23rd Ave and the red brick sub-station on the left going out of town. Thursday lunchtime 1 pm (or as near as) Main Street Methodist Church , corner of 11th Avenue (entrance in small gate to the house), Bulawayo ++++++ Travelling through to Polokwane (Pietersburg) to do a bit of shopping and need somewhere nice to stay? Granny cottage available in quiet residential area - secure parking, sleeps 6 people comfortably, close to all main shops like Game, Trade Centre, Savannah Shopping Mall and Limpopo Shopping Mall. Adults R100, children R75. For more information, please contact Mr or Mrs Van Vuuren in Polokwane on (015)298 8700 or bakina@mweb. co.za, or Bernita in Bulawayo on 883498/883916. ++++++ Headlines Offers: Edith our beautician is offering a New Age Peel and Heal from ReimA, it is easily tolerated by all,smoothes wrinkles and improves sundamaged skin. Paula is offering a 30 % discount on all customers. Don't forget Deidre and Carol and of course our barber Roy. Good prices on all tints. Phone 67904 for all appointments. +++++++ Inverters Power cuts are getting worse and nerves are getting frazzled! Invest in an inverter and have one less thing to worry about. We have in stock units from 300W to 2500W which are fully automatic and can be bought with or without a battery. Call us on 67300\60824 for more information. +++++ WATER PURIFIERS SAVE SAVE SAVE NO NEED TO BUY BOTTLED WATER OR BOIL WATER TO DRINK. YOU CAN NOW HAVE PURIFIED WATER IN YOUR KITCHEN. We have for sale WATER PURIFIERS. Fits neatly under your sink Operates on the principle of osmosis Has automatic shut off valve to shut when water is full and open when necessary. Stores 3 gallons of water in the tank. Purification takes place in five different stages. Easy to install. Comes with installation instructions. Used all over the world. Gets rid of Bad smells germs sand mud rust and viruses etc THIS IS A GOOD INVESTMENT. PHONE:- CATHY. Bus. 883905 Home 204887 cell 0912384893 ++++++ GOODS FOR SALE - PHONE LYNE or ROB HARRIS 244400 Landline or 0912-400724 011-409169 FURNITURE PRICE US$ 1. 4 PIECE CHOCOLATE BROWN LOUNGE SUITE, CHUNKY & HEAVY, 1500.00 POODLE DRAYLON, WITH WOOD DETAIL ON ARMS 2.1 CORNER CARVED WOODEN DISPLAY CABINET 300.00 3.2 ORANGE/BROWN DRAYLON COVERED POOFS 35.00 each 4. 2 ROUND METAL WROUGHT IRON, GLASS TOPPED TABLES 35.00 each 5. 1 X 8 SEATER DINING ROOM SUITE, LARGE WELSH DRESSER 1000.00 6. 1 BRASS CORNER 4 x SHELVED DISPLAY STAND 35.00 7. 1 GLASS TOPPED DISPLAY TABLE WITH 2 GRECIAN PILLARS. 60.00 8. 1 X HALF ROUND WOODEN TABLE - CLAW LEGS 60.00 9. 1 WOODEN DESK, 3 DRAWERS & CHAIR 100.00 10. 1 WOODEN DESK, 2 DRAWERS 50.00 11. 1 DRINKS CABINET 35.00 12. 1 WOODEN WARDROBE 50.00 13. 1 SEWING MACINE CABINET-2 DOORS 65.00 14.1 TALL BOY DRESSING TABLE - FULL LENGTH MIRROR. 50.00 15. 1 WOODEN TV/VIDEO CABINET 50.00 16. 1 WOODEN SHOE RACK. 15.00 17. 1 DARK WOOD 3 DRAWER CHEST OF DRAWERS WITH FREE STANDING TRIPLE MIRRORS 60.00 18. 1 WOODEN (PINE) NIC-NAC CORNER DISPLAY STAND 15.00 19. 2 BEDSIDE CUPBOARDS 30.00 each 20. 1 AFRICAN ANIMAL SCENE FIRE SCREEN IN COPPER & PEWTER & 75.00 MATCHING MANTLEPIECE ORNAMENT. 21. COAL BUCKET WITH 3 PIECE COPPER FIRE PLACE SET (POKER, 35.00 SHOVEL & BRUSH). 21. 1 DIRECTOR'S CHAIR, CANVAS COVER, WOODEN FRAME 15.00 MIRRORS 1. 1 GOLD, CARVED OVAL MIRROR 50.00 2. 1 WHITE CARVED FRAMED MIRROR 30.00 CARPETS 1. 1 GREEN FLORAL OBLONG SCATTER RUG 30.00 2. 1 MAROON/RED PATTERNED HALF ROUND RUG 20.00 3. 2 LONG FLORAL GREEN CARPET RUNNERS 50.00 each 4. 1 THICK WOVEN SHADES OF PINK SCATTER RUG 25.00 5. 2 BLUE & WHITE STRIPED SCATTER RUGS 5.00 each 6. 1 THICK WOVEN PINK/GREEN RUG 25.00 7. 1 BROWN /WHITE MEDIUM LENGTH CARPET RUNNER. 20.00 Lots of other items for sale - ornaments, glassware, kitchenware, tools, fishing equipment, clothes, linen, towels...whole household of goods must go. Please phone for appointment to view. +++++++ Safeguard Investigations. Safeguard Investigations have experienced staff offering specialised services in - - Covert observations and placement of undercover operatives in business exposing shortfalls in stock, cash, wastage, unauthorised use of assets, vehicles. - Truth assessments - evaluation of credibility of staff or prospective employees. - Forensic testing, background checks, surveillance, tailing - Investigating suspected frauds, false insurance claims. - Debt collecting and recovery of values of RD cheques - Review of corporate registers also offered. Confidentiality and speed of response maintained at all times. For enquiries `phone The Manager, Safeguard Investigations, Bulawayo Phone No 09 885 509; cell 0912 239 576 ++++++ 13)I am able to do Sage Payroll for small companies (up to 10 employees),I have a diploma from ICB and Program is on my laptop, anyone interested ,please contact G.Brown 09 242949 +++++ FOR SALE Elderly Couple Leaving the country and would like to sell all belongs listed below: 1 Oval Dining Table - 8 chairs all in good condition 1 Bed Room Suite 1 Fridge - as new 1 4 Plate Cooker 1 Table Fan 1 Multi Choice Decoder and Satellite Dish 1 Sony 54cm Television 1 Sony Video Recorder 1 Small Radio 1 Telephone Table 1 Tennis Racket (Steel) 2 Sets of Dunlop Tennis Balls - tins not opened (new) 1 Office Desk 1 Music Centre - CD, Cassette and Radio 1 Static Bicycle - exercise 3 Copper Table Lamps 3 Copper Frames - display 1 Executive Desk 1 Revolving executive Chair 1 Pedestal Fan FOR ANY INQUIRIES PLEASE CALL CYRIL CELL 0912 343 937 OFFICE: 881899 9AM-1PM OR 2PM - 4PM HOME: 71570 AFTER 5PM +++++++ The Hillside Dams Boma We are pleased to announce that the old tearoom at Hillside Dams will be reopened and fully operational in early November 2008. We wish to thank you all for bearing with us as we renovate the facilities at the Dams. Hopefully it will be worth waiting for and the Dams will again become of one of the preferred venues in "The City of Kings". We will be adding several more structures before we are fully complete, but for your convenience we will open for the next few weeks as a tearoom serving only light meals and refreshments. For further details or if you have any bright ideas or suggestions please email estate@hillsidedams .com or phone 242490 - the Conservancy office. ++++++ FIREWOOD FOR SALE AT COMPETITIVE PRICES Prices reviewed every Wednesday Please call on 67731-2 / 65212 ++++++ FIREWOOD FOR SALE AT COMPETITIVE PRICES Prices reviewed every Wednesday Please call on 67731-2 / 65212 ++++++++ Looking for!! I am looking for a tread mill that is in good condition. Phone Tracey 230478 ot 011 423068 For Sale Super Cools for sale at factory on Plumtree Road. R 5 packet of 10 for further details phone Mark or Tracey 230478 or 410183 ++++++ Guns for Sale Tel 09 246842 - 011616642 1. Browning 9mm plus 2 by 13 round magazines 300 rounds of ammunition - 500 USD ono 2. Bull M5 45ACP - 2 by 13 round magazines - 2 by 14 round magazines - 750 plus cases - 4000 large pistol primers - Loading press - 200 plus rounds of ammunition (at moment) - 1500 USD ono 3. Bull M5 40S&W with Kreb barrel 2 by 16 round magazines 1 by 17 round magazine 1750 USD ono 4. Rossi Lady 38 special - 5 shot Pachmair Grips Hostel 20 rounds ammunition 275 USD ++++++ Inverters Power cuts are getting worse and nerves are getting frazzled! Invest in an inverter and have one less thing to worry about. We have in stock units from 300W to 2500W which are fully automatic and can be bought with or without a battery. Call us on 67300\60824 for more information. ++++++++++ HAPPY FEET DAY CARE MOTHERS Opening in October 2008. We will look after infants from 3 months to 18 months For Further enquiries call us: Chantel de Swardt 011420381 or Charmain Kay 0912414081 or (09)282800 You can also email us: lesbrian@zol. co.zw +++++ PIANO FOR SALE Challen Upright piano for sale - Queen Ann Legs. Completely in tune, beautiful to look at, beautiful tone. 3 owners only. £500 onco. Please phone Carol on 230933 to view. ELECTRONIC KEYBOARD FOR SALE Yamaha. Piano-size keys - 5 octaves. 100 different tones, 100 different rhythms, and also has a tutorial programme. One owner only - very well looked after. Comes with a stand if required. £450 onco. Phone Carol on 230933 to view. COMPUTER FOR SALE Desktop - 'ACE' Also has a printer, and I have 2 extra cartridges. In very good working order. £200 onco. Phone Carol on 230933. ++++++ HOUSE HOLD GOODS FOR SALE 1 Single bed 200 2 small gas bottles 100 ea Skottle braai with bottle 600 1 Chest of draw 300 Big 5 ornament 600 2 medium pictures 80 ea 1 book case 100 Ball & Claw center table 600 Tea Trolley 300 6 side tables 100 ea 1 cream table 200 1 slow cooker 300 1 round table 500 1 copper clock with the Lords praying hands 200 1 large picture 150 1 large picture 100 1 very large picture 300 1 large picture 250 1 medium size trunks 400 ea 1 large trunk 500 1 small cupboard 200 1 veg rack 40 2 x 2 man tents 400 ea Contact Willem 011 420562 Deline 023422096/71588 Home 256365 ++++++++ Computers for Sale - Dell 37,2 GB - Colour screen-speakers -R3000 No Name -18,6GB-Ideal fo kids-Clour screen -speakers and modem -R1200 Printer Canon - R100 Printer HP Deskjet 5550 -R200 Cellphones almost new Motorolla C113 - R100 Vodafone 125 - R200 email : std@mweb.co. zw +++++++ FOR SALE** Pneumatic Air Grinder max. speed 5900 rpm, max. air pressure 6 bar, max. wheel diameter 230mm. (Without any discs.) Second hand Nokia 7210 (needs a new battery) Contact Mitchell on 0912 383 696 or 0912 684 870. ++++++ Plumbing and Electrical installations, repairs and maintenance carried out for all your domestic needs in and around Bulawayo. Fast efficient service guaranteed Please call Rob on (09) 226188 or cells 023 894 793 / 011 752 890 or email chtommy@mweb. co.zw ++++ FOR SALE Elderly Couple Leaving the country and would like to sell all belongs listed below: 1 Oval Dining Table - 8 chairs all in good condition 1 Bed Room Suite 1 Fridge - as new 1 4 Plate Cooker 1 Table Fan 1 Multi Choice Decoder and Satellite Dish 1 Sony 54cm Television 1 Sony Video Recorder 1 Small Radio 1 Telephone Table 1 Tennis Racket (Steel) 2 Sets of Dunlop Tennis Balls - tins not opened (new) 1 Office Desk 1 Music Centre - CD, Cassette and Radio 1 Static Bicycle - exercise 3 Copper Table Lamps 3 Copper Frames - display 1 Executive Desk 1 Revolving executive Chair 1 Pedestal Fan FOR ANY INQUIRIES PLEASE CALL CYRIL CELL 0912 343 937 OFFICE: 881899 9AM-1PM OR 2PM - 4PM HOME: 71570 AFTER 5PM +++++++ GARY STANLEY - LIVE ENTERTAINMENT* * JUST A SMALL REMINDER THAT I AM STILL AROUND AND SINGING! I CAN PROVIDE LIVE MUSIC AND DISCO FOR ALL YOUR BIRTHDAY BASHES, WEDDINGS, CORPORATE FUNCTIONS AND FUND RAISERS. PLEASE GIVE ME A CALL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON 241028 OR 011410915. +++++++ Boat For Sale 8ft Dory, no extras. Refurbished by Turbo Glass. US$350 o.n.c.o. Cell:0912 269 098 Tel:69485 ++++++ ANIMAL TROPHIES FOR SALE. SABLE, GIRAFFE, HIPPO PLUS MANY MORE PHONE MITCH Work: 888936 Home: 242028 ====== Looking to purchase either 3 single bed bases with mattresses or 2 single bed and 1 double bed bases with mattresses in good condition. Please contact Sandra on 76111 or 011631221 +++++++++ 14) TIDBITS "Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength." - Arnold Schwarzenegger - +++++ ONLY OCTOBER (in Southern Rhodesia circa 1942) When your energy flags And your nerves are in rags And you don't like the people around you And life has no worth And you wish at your birth Your parents had mercifully drowned you When you feel raw and rash And possessing the cash Would very soon cease to be sober Why then be quite sure That you suffer no more Than an average dose of "October" When you find you must bark At a casual remark And your hatred is deep and intensive For all criticisms And small mannerisms Of people seem very offensive When all you attempt Is never exempt From a hundred and one complications You're too hot to live With a brain like a sieve They're only October sensations When you don't like your food And you'd like to be rude To those who prepare and provide it And whatever their choice You lift up your voice And tell them you "cannot abide it" (You might take some salts for dietary faults, say Epsom or Enos or Glauber) But once we get rain You'll be alright again So Cheer up, it's only October! Hylda Richards 1930/40's