Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1003 - 14/12/2022

THERE'S JUST SOMETHING ABOUT HOME

Roaming the world to catch up with one's offspring is absolutely fabulous, no one can deny that!
And there is also something to be said about experiencing different foods, different cultures, meeting up with friends from long ago.. Nothing quite like it.

Travel allows for refreshing things - like having water all the time, having electricity all the time, driving on roads without needing a neck brace, only a Zimbo can equate with the delights therein!

But having said all that - there is just something special about being home.

Take, for example, a visit to our dentist, Diminutive Dudu. She is so tiny she once had to stand on the chair to undertake an extraction, but she remembers every single thing about you, even if dental visits are years apart. She's a tiny but mighty good dentist!

Then there is Little Lavender, enchanting and efficient. Lavender takes care of all a girls beauty necessities, like facials, waxing, pedicures, manicures, and the like.

Travel can introduce a girl to vast luxurious beauty salons, thirty armchairs with built-in back massagers, steamy hot foot baths, foaming with exotic unctions and lotions, champagne on ice and crystal chandeliers, yes indeed it's all very pretentious, but Lavender's small but elegantly appointed beauty parlour is petite and welcoming, just like Lavender herself.

One knows when one is home because the veggie vendors wave, the local gardeners, as they lean on their brooms whilst sweeping the verges clean, are exhilarated to have their neighbours home again. Even the street kids have grown up!

Having lived in exactly one suburb my whole life, I know every Jacaranda Tree, every blue headed lizard, and every security guard. No need to give our address when we have a delivery, everyone knows where we live!

Friends are sparse these days but always exactly the same. Always welcoming, open hearted, generous to a fault, but we have all been friends for so long, that absence, time and distance, know no bounds.

Going shopping is never a rushed affair. All the shopkeepers are keen to chat, and old acquaintances somehow always find you, even if you are trying to hide behind the cabbage counter. Count on an hour longer than intended!

You know exactly where the worst potholes are, which roads to avoid, and which traffic lights to keep away from.

Ah yes - there is indeed 'just something about home'.

WATCHDOG

Editors Note

The final Morning Mirror for 2022 will be flighted on the 22nd Dec

and 1st one in 2023 will be sent on the 12th January.

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GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE

IT'S FAST APPROACHING THAT WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR
WHEN CHILDREN THINK OF SANTA AND PARENTS SCRATCH THEIR
HEADS WONDERING HOW THEY WILL MAY FOR IT ALL!!

FOR SOME CHILDREN, THE GREAT JOY AND GOOD CHEER OF THE
SEASON IS SOMETHING OF A MYSTERY... THEY HAVE NEITHER THE
PARENTS OR MEANS TO LOOK AT CHRISTMAS IN AN EXCITING WAY.

BUT, THROUGH THE KINDNESS AND GENEROSITY OF THE WONDERFUL
MEMBERS OF THE BULAWAYO COMMUNITY, WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO
GIVE THE CHILDREN OF GOOD HOPE A DAY TO REMEMBER FOR OVER
15 YEARS A WONDERFUL ACHIEVEMENT, THANK YOU.

WE HOPE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO ASSIST AGAIN THIS YEAR!

PRE-LOVED CLOTHING AND TOYS; BOOKS; SCHOOL STATIONERY AND
FOOD ITEMS SUCH AS ROLLER MEAL AND VEGETABLES; BISCUITS; SWEETS;
JUICE ETC WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED

PLEASE CONTACT
BETTY CHIWAMBO ON 0773 743671 OR LEILA HUNT ON 0773 028812
WE WOULD BE VERY HAPPY TO COLLECT FROM YOUR LOCATION

GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE

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2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds

Margaret Rowlands

Dear Margaret,
You were my cherished friend and mentor.
Your energy and inspiration will always remain with me.
Thank you for enriching my life beyond measure.

Rosemarie

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3) Notices and Events

WEDNESDAY 21 DECEMBER AT 6.30 P.M. ELF
Hailed by many as a modern classic and often listed among the greatest Christmas films of all time, Elf is a spirited, good-natured family comedy in which Buddy (Will Ferrell) who was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves, travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. Unfortunately the father, Walter Hobbs (James Caan), is a cynical businessman who is on Santa's naughty list and has no idea that Buddy was even born. While Buddy experiences the delights of New York City as only an elf can, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results..
- It wiped away the Scrooge in me for 90 enchanting minutes. [New York Daily News]
- This is one of those rare Christmas comedies that has a heart, a brain and a wicked sense of humour, and it charms the socks right off the mantelpiece. [Chicago Sun-Times]
- From here on out, Elf is going to be a Christmas movie-watching tradition for me. [Aisle Seat]
- Some humour might sail over the heads of the very young, but there's a higher chuckle rate for the grown-ups than in much dread 'family' fare. [Time Out]
Admission: US$2.00 [free to Film Members]

FRIDAY 23 DECEMBER AT 6.30 P.M. THE NUTCRACKER
A masterpiece of classical dance, and a Christmas favourite with audiences everywhere, this Nutcracker is a magical version of the score by Tchaikovsky filmed at the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg. Since its premiere in 1892 The Nutcracker has been one of the most successful classical ballets and this version by Vassili Vainonen was first staged in 1934 using Marius Petipa's scenario but emphasising the fantastic imagery of Hoffmann's original story. The most talented soloists of the Kirov (now Mariinsky) Ballet appear in this production including Larissa Lezhnina, Victor Baranov and Piotr Russanov.
- It is a visually sumptuous production on the whole, giving that Christmassy and fairy-tale like feel impeccably, and the orchestral playing play the timeless Tchaikovsky score marvellously. Larisa Lezhnina's Masha/Princess is very elegant especially in the Pas-de-deux, and Viktor Baranov is a handsome and quite dashing Prince. [IMDb]
- A superb performance and well recorded, the sets are lavish. Possibly the best Nutcracker on DVD. [Amazon]
- This 1994 recording stars the charismatic Larissa Lezhnina in the roles of both Masha-the-child and Masha-the-princess, with Victor Baranov as a most engaging Nutcracker/Prince. [MusicWeb International]
- Larissa Lezhnina's performance is a perfect demonstration of the art of ballet. Both she and Viktor Baranov dance with strength and fluidity as if gliding through the stage. [Dancing Times]
Admission: US$2.00 [free to Red Carpet Members]

SATURDAY 31 DECEMBER 'THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA' AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL - DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMED

JANUARY - PROVISIONAL
Thursday 12 January From Russia with Love
Friday 13 January Delibes: Sylvia
Thursday 19 January The Grand Budapest Hotel
Thursday 26 January Prime Suspect 1
Friday 27 January Rubinstein in Concert

Supper will be available before DVD showings but orders for evening meals must be placed in advance.
Further details from adelaide.muchetu@gmail.com - or phone 0774 004 449 / 0771 048 995.

Links to Bulawayo Advertisers:- Natural History Museum Events National Railway Museum Bulawayo 1872 National Gallery of Zim -Bulawayo Bulawayo City Bulawayo Golf Club Bulawayo News 24 Bulawayo Motoring Club Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe Bulawayo Publicity Bulawayo Railway Museum Bulawayo Societies - 2010 Bulawayo Theatre Club Chipangali Friends of Hwange Falcon College Hillside Dams Island Hospice Matobo Conservation Society The Bulawayo Club S.P.C.A. Bulawayo Shelter Tree Society of Zimbabwe Wildlife & Environment Zimbabwe Zimbabwe info

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4) Congratulations

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5) Roses And Raspberries

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6) Pets Column

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8) Bulawayo News

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9) Harare And Gweru News

Zim Websites:- facebook.com/EnvironmentAfrica

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10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses

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11) Property For Sale or to Rent

RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED
5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO
HOUSES FOR SALE
FORTUNES GATE: A Three bedroomed beauty, with fitted kitchen, dining room, lounge, fireplace, 3 studies, TV lounge, veranda, family bathroom, separate toilet, main ensuite, walk in closets, laundry, one bedroom, cottage, workshop, 6 carports, 2 large gates, two small gates, walled perimeter, two room staff quarters, swimming pool, gazebo , pizza oven, braai, and direct access to the Hillside Dams US$140,000

KUMALO: Family paradise, brick under tile, 4 bedroom 3 .51 bathroom home with built in cabinetry, a spacious kitchen, and 2 lounges. The master suite includes an office/study with own bathroom, ensuite and access to a private garden. The home is complete with a tennis court, swimming pool, a triple lock up garage, and a beautifully landscaped garden. It also has 2 updated cottages and is sited on 3753sqm. US$350,000

PARKLANDS: Brick under tile, 4 bedrooms, BICs, main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, lounge, fireplace, dining room, fitted kitchen with oven and hob, front and back veranda, double carport, 3 staff quarters with tub, working borehole, walled and gated. US$100,000 (negotiable).

SUBURBS: Just under 2 acres in size. This is a Golden Oldie. A Brick under iron home with 2 lounges, 2 fireplaces, 2 dining rooms, bar, a study, 3 bedrooms, 2 ensuites, separate bathroom, separate toilet, 2 verandas, fitted kitchen, scullery, pantry, 4 garages, 2 staff quarters, 7 storerooms, aviaries, tool shed, braai area, working swimming pool and borehole, all walled and with 2 large and one small gate. The price includes the furniture, so price for house negotiable. US$600,000

MATSHEUMHLOPHE: sitting on 4,304sqm is a four bed two bathroom with master ensuite, fitted kitchen, scullery, pantry, veranda, walled with two gates. US$120,000

HILLSIDE: 3 bedroom house that needs a little loving. Sitting on an acre of land with beautiful rock scenery going for $85000 negotiable.

FLATS FOR SALE
HILLSIDE: Modern, open plan, one bedroom flat. US$65,000
CBD: 1-bedroom, separate bathroom, kitchen, and lounge US$35,000

TOWN HOUSE FOR SALE
HUMEPARK: $110,000 (NEGOTIABLE) Two bedrooms, lounge/ dining room, fitted kitchen, pantry, complex borehole.

PLOTS & FARMS FOR SALE
KENSINGTON: Agricultural/ residential stands of 2 and 5 acres each, selling for US$26000 and US$50000 respectively. Also for sale in the area is a Commercial Stand, with great potential, for sale at $80000.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT: House on large stand. Ideal for offices, plenty of parking- US$200000

OUT OF TOWN PROPERTIES FOR SALE. WE HAVE PROPERTIES FOR SALE IN BEITBRIDGE, BINGA, HARARE, HWANGE, MLIBIZI, MUTARE, REDCLIFF, AND PLUMTREE. HIGH/ LOW DENSITY, RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, AND HOLIDAY HOMES. US$85000-US$250000

FULL DETAILS ON ENQUIRY
FOR THESE AND OTHER PROPERTIES FOR SALE PHONE (029) 2274581/3 (LANDLINE)CALL: CINDY: 0784553171/ PROBITY: 0782119972/ BRYAN: 0772238431EMAIL: cindy@rodor.co.zw Visit us on our website: www.rodorproperties.co.zw

VALUATIONS AND ESTIMATES WANT TO SELL WE CAN ASSIST YOU WITH AN ESTIMATION OF THE VALUE OF YOUR PROPERTY. WE ARE REGISTERED WITH THE VALUERS COUNCIL OF ZIMBABWE, AND OFFER A COMPLETE AND EFFICIENT SERVICE OF PROPERTY VALUATION FOR ANY PURPOSE. FOR VALUATIONS, PHONE (029) 2274581/3 (LANDLINE), OR EMAIL probity@gmail.com/ bryan@rodor.co.zw Or sales@rodor.co.zw
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Our property management staff will be happy to assist you in securing suitable tenants for your property, and managing it thereafter.

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES FOR RENT
SUBURBS: 1 bed cottage/flatlet complete with fitted kitchen, bedroom, lounge, dining room and bathroom.
CBD: Bedsitter with separate bathroom and kitchen available 15 Dec 2022

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR RENT
OFFICES TO LET
CLOSE TO CBD. SIZE 85 TO 285 sqm
RENTALS: US$ 360,00 TO US$740,00
AVAILABLE: IMMEDIATELY
TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY

FACTORY TO LET
DONNINGTON: Offices, warehouse, ablutions, workshop. Full details upon enquiry $1800

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR RENTING, OR IF YOU WISH TO PLACE YOUR PROPERTY ON OUR LETTING LIST, YOU ARE INVITED TO CONTACT US ON (029)2274581/3 (LANDLINE), OR EMAIL TO reslet@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw , OR VISIT OFFICES AT 5A 9TH AVENUE, BETWEEN ROBERT MUGABE AND JOSIAH TONGOGARA AVENUE
HOURS OF BUSINESS: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8AM -4.30PM
SATURDAYS 8AM-11AM
WE NEED PROPERTIES FOR SALE AND TO RENT FOR REGISTERED BUYERS AND TENANTS. ALL VIEWERS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A MEMBER OF OUR STAFF.

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COTTAGE For rent furnished or unfurnished. lounge / dining room open plan. Separate bedroom. Rent also to include a contribution towards electricity, water and WiFi. Located in Kent Road, Hillside, Bulawayo. Available 1 jan 2023. Contact Jennifer Williams +263772898110
email zimcomm@yahoo.com

Bulawayo Estate Agents:- Anita's Real Estate Rodor properties Pvt Ltd Ian & Co. Real Estate R.E.D. Property

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12) Accommodation in South Africa

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12b) Accommodation in Botswana

Accommodation Out Of Zimbabwe:- Four Seasons, J'bg Hoopoe Haven Guest Lodge Fourways, J'bg Avoca Vale Country Hotel Louis Trichardt

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13) Accomodation and Travel In Zimbabwe

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Some places to stay in Zim:- Matopos:- Maleme Rest Camp www.zimparks.org Big Cave Camp Granite Park Lodges The Musketeers Lodge 9km on Matopos Rd Matobo Hills Lodge Byo:- Burnside Cottage Churchill Hotel Rainbow Hotel Southern Comfort Lodge Travellers Guest House Eastern Highlands:- Frog And Fern In Chimanimani Kariba:- Kulizwe Lodge Binga - shores of Lake Kariba Kariba Accomodation Hwange:- Miombo Lodge Dete Situated Hwange National Park/Dete Rd Hwange Safari Lodge NEHIMBA living with the Elephants Lake Mutirikwi (Kyle):- Norma Jeans Lakeview Ghonarezhou game reserve:- www.facebook.com/ChiloGorge Vic Falls:- Victoria Falls Hotel

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14) Catering and Food

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A few places to eat in Bulawayo:- Arizona Grill House in the Holiday Inn Banff Lodge Coffee cafe Book and Bean caf at Bradfield Shopping Centre Bulawayo Club Bulawayo Golf Club www.golfzone.co.zw Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel Camp Amalinda Cattleman - 12th Avenue Deja-vu Country Club www.golfzone.co.zw Frangos- 12th Avenue Friar Tucks Gallery Coffee Shop - Fort Street https://nationalgallery.co.zw Garden Restaurant - 54 Park Rd Granite Ridge - Matobo Hills Hillside Dams Tea Room Hillside Bowling Club Holiday Inn - Arizona Grill House Horizon Restaurant & Bar - Pioneer House, Fife Street Hotel Rio, Old Esigodini Rd Hunt's Boma 22 Jaywick Rd Matsheumhlope Indaba Book Caf & Sandwich Bar Mary's Restaurant - opp Medical Cent Maxies Massimo's - Ascot Shopping Centre Nemo's Resturant - Hillside Bowling Club Nesbitt Castle - Percy Avenue New Orleans - Banff Road Pergola Restaurant 22 Jaywick Rd Matsheumhlope River Cafe -12th Ave Deja-vu and more !!

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15) Vehicles for Sale and Hire

I'm looking for a fuel saver, Nissan sunny, Mazda 323 or Honda fit
bushunm@gmail.com

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16) Travel and Tours

Bulawayo Travel Agents & Tour Company's:- African Wanderer Antelope Park Big Cave Camp Black Rhino Safaris Eco Logical Safaris & Travel Greyhound Coach Service - Byo to Joburg

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17) Computers And Electronics

Bulawayo Computers:- Internet at Netconnect.co.zw

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18) Lifts Wanted And Offered

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19) Seeking Friends

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20) Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant

Situations wanted

Available Accountant professional
18 years experience (10 years private sector and 8 years NGO)
Can do financial reports,budget control,planning,Zimra returns ,etc ..available for any long/short term contracts..
Contact on 0772463135 for more information

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Mature lady. Able to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Pitman Diploma in Secretarial Studies and Computer literate.

Experienced Receptionist/Accounts Clerk/Typist/ General Manager s Secretary in Schools, industry and Medical Field.

Trained in making detergents..

Prepared to work as Project Manager for any avaliable project.

Please contact: whattsup 071 947 6038
Calls 0773 935 738

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Situations Wanted

Man, 39yrs. B Comm Degree. Over 13 yrs Administration experience. Seeks suitable position.
Contact 0772287098 / 0771939291

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Situations Wanted

Man, 39yrs. B Comm Degree. Over 13 yrs Administration experience. Seeks suitable position.
Contact 0772287098 / 0771939291

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SITUATIONS WANTED AND SITUATIONS VACANT

We are looking for an experienced mature gardener and house maid
preferably a married couple with grown children. Both must have
contactable references. Accommodation provided for husband and wife
only. Both must be hard working and of sober habits and be able to
look after the family's dogs when the family is away. Should you be
interested please whatsapp me on 0712405949.

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICE OFFERED
Do you need help getting your filing up to date, no matter the state Or do you need to empty files and transfer the contents to file fasteners My name is Sandra and I am a mature experienced lady with years of experience in administration. "I love what I do and am here to assist you".
Privacy and confidentiality are guaranteed.
Reasonable rates apply dependent on the volume.
Work can be collected and done off site, being returned in perfect organised condition once completed.
Kindly contact me on 0772262218.
References are available upon request.

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Mature single lady. Able to multi-task and work under pressure.

' 6' O Levels and Pitman Diploma in Secretarial Studies.

Experienced in Accounting, worked as Accounts clerk/Typist in Schools.
Also in medical field for 7 years.

Prepared to work as Project Assistant for any available project.

Please contact: Calls 0773 935 738
Whattsup: 071 947 6038

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We are looking for an experienced, mature gardener. Must have contactable references. Accommodation provided, free lights and water.
Interested persons please submit c/v and copies of references to 3 Esperanza, Hume Park, Bulawayo. No chancers please.

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SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Seasoned woman, aged 50+ years with extensive knowledge & experience in the Travel & Tourism field.
Looking for a new & exciting challenge. Holder of a clean class 4 driver's licence & valid passport.
Available to start work immediately on-site or remotely. WhatsApp: 0774573974

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21) Services

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Salaries Administrator, vast years of experience.
Lady in her 50s.
Looking for anything in Salaries.

Can do salaries on an outsourcing basis or can
work within the premises. Belina Payroll.

Experienced in every corner of salaries having worked in a number of industries,
Clothing, Commercial, Mining to name a few.

NSSA uploads, PAYE, pay input processing, keeping records, etc.
Very confidential lady.
email paysimplified@gmail.com

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FOR SALE

Coarse Salt for your boreholes etc
9 USD per 50kg

0777999562

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BOREHOLE AND WATER SERVICES
For all domestic, industrial and farming water installations, please contact
Bancroft and Neil Water for an efficient and professional service. Our products
include, Borehole drilling, Pump installation, Pump repairs, Capacity testing,
Spares, and Bulk water delivery.
Contact: Vusumuzi Sinyoka on 0772775136, or Wonder Chikware on 0773490818.
Phone: 2880844/2880846/2881074

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ANTE NATAL CLASSES, BABY VACCINATIONS and BIRTH ATTENDANT/ DOULA

I teach a set of 5 classes covering pregnancy, labour, baby care, breastfeeding and other information. I also do a "crash course" for out of towners.
These classes are valuable even if you're having an elective CAESAREAN SECTION!!
Please book early.

I can be with you at the hospital when you're in LABOUR to help you to cope!
I also work part time at a BABY CLINIC :-)

For any further information contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (09) 466741/2 from 8 am til 12 pm Mon to Fri
or (09) 2237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com

Bulawayo Services:- Acol Chemical Bulawayo Bulawayo's Online Business Directory

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22) Health And Beauty

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23) Tuition

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24) Miscellaneous For Sale

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25) Wanted To Buy or Hire

I am looking for a preloved deep freezer 320L and above to buy.
willingshoko@gmail.com

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26) Clothing And Fashion

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27) Boats and Fishing

Bulawayo Water Activities:- www.ChaseMarine.com

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28) Garden, Decor And Home

JILL'S SUPER ORGANIC COMPOST
BLACK GOLD
99% WEED FREE
EXCELLENT FOR POTS, VEGETABLES, FLOWER BEDS, SEEDLINGS AND LAWNS.

WILL DELIVER 5 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY.

CONTACT JILL AT 2246688 OR 07784955 99

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