Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1017 - 10/4/2023


In this edition

1) Editorial
2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds
3) Notices and Events
4) Congratulations
5) Roses And Raspberries
6) Pets Column
8) Bulawayo News
9) Harare And Gweru News
10) Wining Dining and Coffee Houses
11) Property For Sale or to Rent
12) Accommodation In South Africa
12b) Accommodation In Botswana
13) Accommodation and Travel In Zimbabwe
14) Catering and Food
15) Vehicles for Sale and Hire
16) Travel and Tours
17) Computers And Electronics
18) Lifts Wanted And Offered
19) Seeking Friends
20) Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant
21) Services
22) Health And Beauty
23) Tuition
24) Miscellaneous For Sale
25) Wanted To Buy or Hire
26) Clothing And Fashion
27) Boats And Fishing
28) Garden, Decor And Home
29) Tidbits

1) Editorial

The Water Experts !

We have all heard the term Sommelier -
A sommelier is a professional who specialises in the study and service of wine. The word "sommelier" originates from the French term "sommelier d'hotel," which refers to the person in charge of the wine cellar in a hotel or restaurant. A sommelier is an expert in all aspects of wine, including its production, history, geography, and varietals, as well as wine service, storage, and food pairings.

I have never been a wine snob, if asked to taste a glass of wine at a restaurant, I don't have a clue, remember we Boomers started our wine drinking days during the dark Sixties when good wines were just not coming into the country and we experimented with the good old locally gown favourites Green Valley and Gerac Stein!!
As teenagers in Zimbabwe we did not belong to a wine drinking culture. A teensy bottle of Babycham at a wedding was as daring as we got!! Latterly HeeHoo has introduced me to the art of fine wine drinking but my humble taste buds seem to always turn to New Zealand's finest!!
From Wine Sommeliers however, society has 'progressed' so much that we now also have Water Sommeliers!
Apparently in Berlin they have entire stores dedicated to different types of sparkling and still water-rows and rows of different brands, all offering specific levels of carbonation or mineral content.

The water sommelier movement-yes, that's the term-has been growing in the US and around the world for years now. In fact, some argue that the seltzer boom has opened a door for a mineral water renaissance. These water sommeliers taste bottled waters as if they're fine wines, expounding upon the waters 'terroir' and 'virginality,' or a water's level of protection from its surroundings. They help to design bespoke water menus for restaurants; they judge contests in which bottled waters compete on taste, texture, and mouthfeel; and they collect bottles of tasteless water from icebergs that cost as much as $300 a bottle.

It seems such a tragedy to have to buy water when it should come pure and fresh from the tap, as it has for centuries. But the fine water industry is an industry that spans the globe. Sparkling, seltzer, and mineral water sales reached $3.5 billion in sales between 2019 and 2020 in the US alone.

I remain skeptical.
Water, to me, tastes like water. The only texture I can describe it having is 'wet.' How could someone justify spending hundreds of dollars on bottled water when entire communities, nay entire countries, are affected by contaminated water supplies What could compel someone to spend weeks at the Doemens Academy in suburban Germany sipping on different waters What does it mean to elevate something like water, a fundamental human need and a growing scarcity in some places, to this level of luxury

Now as far as I am concerned we the Citizens of Bulawayo could indeed put ourselves forward as Water Aficionados! We can tell you immediately about water quality, its either brown or clear, it either tastes of nothing, (as water should) or to tastes terrible as is happening a lot these days. We draw water, on our side of town, from the Tuli Reservoir and it's just awful. I am sure the City Fathers do their best under the circumstances, but our cousins across the railway line who get water from Criterion, are luckier than we are. Even a sophisticated filter system cannot rid the water of the metallic taste, plus our borehole water too is so limey that it's just not potable, and so we are forced to buy water as many countless households do these days.
Water Sommeliers of Bulawayo unite!!



WATCHDOG

Humanity still exists........

Nozizwe Mother Of Nations Trust will be celebrating our 5th anniversary as a Registered Charitable organization soon , this year we would like to do a little something different. We have identified 800 plus vulnerable children in need of school shoes, these children walk miles and miles to and from school barefoot most times as their guardians cannot afford to buy them shoes. To celebrate our 5th anniversary we would like YOU...... our fans and well wishers to help us buy new school shoes(15 US per pair) or donate gently used black school shoes for both boys and girls to help these children in the winter term.

If you would like to join in our shoe challenge please please do reach out to us for banking details and or drop off addresses.
+263772241552
+263714787455
irismhlanga@gmail.com

Share this post far and wide and help us celebrate our 5th Anniversary being of service to our various communities in Zimbabwe.


2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds

WILLIE ANDERSON

We are sad to report the passing of Willie Anderson. Much respected member of the Bulawayo Community. Husband to the late Marge Anderson.



John Wagstaff

Formerly from Bulawayo, presently in Totnes Devon.

Much loved husband of Heather, father of Lauren, Jax and Nickie.

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


3) Congratulations



4) Notices and Events

ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC

Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 E-mail: music@gatorzw.co.uk

The Academy offices will be closed for the school and public holidays and during Trade Fair; they re-open on Monday 8 May.
There are some slight changes to the provisional programme for May as a proposed concert has to be rescheduled (no date fixed as yet) but the following is the current (still provisional!) plan for May:
Thursday 4 May Goldfinger
Thursday 11 May Spartacus [Kirk Douglas, Tony Curtis, Sir Laurence Olivier]
Friday 12 May Khachaturian: Spartacus - Ballet [Carlos Acosta]
Wednesday 17 May Academy History Dinner
Thursday 18 May Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom [The new Indiana Jones film is scheduled to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on 18 May!]
Thursday 25 May Africa Day - Academy closed
Friday 26 May Waldbuhne Concert with Neeme Jarvi and Janine Jansen

The Second Term 2023 sees the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the Academy on its present site. The foundation stone was laid on 30 June 1953 and the event will be celebrated throughout the term. Some of the main events include:-
Wednesday 17 May History Dinner
Thursday 25 - Saturday 27 May
& Thursday 1 - Saturday 3 June Aladdin, the musical - co-production with the Bulawayo Theatre
Friday 30 June 70th Anniversary Concert
Saturday 1 July : 70th Anniversary Dinner


5) Roses And Raspberries



6) Pets Column



8) Bulawayo News



9) Harare And Gweru News

Zim Websites:-

facebook.com/EnvironmentAfrica


10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses



11) Property For Sale or to Rent

Accomodation required ASAP

Professional young woman with teenage daughter looking for a one bedroom furnished and self contained cottage/ or unfurnished cottage with good facilities situated in a secure garden setting preferably in Hillside, Matsheumhlope, Suburbs, Kumalo area.
Please Whatsapp +263 773064911 Liz/ +263 774023411 Mrs Dawson


Furnished One Bedroom cottage; good security; quiet, peaceful neighbourhood.
$500 per month including laundry, water and electricity (when available).
Whatsapp 0772282077


RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED
5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO

HOUSES FOR SALE

QUEENSPARK : An attractive home with 4 bedroom (all with fitted wardrobes), 2 bathroom, 1 separate shower. Has a spacious fitted kitchen, lounge and dining room, walled and gated. Stand size: 1,115sqm. US$85,000 (negotiable)
BRADFIELD: In a great location is a neat 3 bedroom with a single shared bathroom. Has a fitted kitchen and lounge. The property also has a single staff quarter. Single lock up garage, solar geyser and a water tank. US$90,000

MATSHEUMHLOPHE: A brick under thatch, with a tv lounge, a family lounge and a pyjama lounge, dining room, study, 4 bedrooms with built in cupboards, master ensuite, family bathroom, fitted kitchen, 2 verandas, double carport, double domestic quarters, 3 storerooms, borehole, swimming pool, gazebo, walled and gated. Stand size: approximately 2 acres. Has 2 cottages :1 bedroom bedsitter, bathroom, 1 bedroom, lounge, bathroom. US$250,000

MORNINGSIDE: A neat family home in a great location. 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining room and kitchen. Property has a borehole, swimming pool (not working). A one-bedroom cottage with kitchen and lounge. US$130,000

WOODLANDS: In a desirable neighbourhood close to shopping centres, schools, and hospitals is a contemporary family home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with main ensuite. All bedrooms have built in cupboards. The house has a fitted kitchen with laundry room, spacious lounge and dining room. The family bathroom has a separate toilet and shower. The house also has an office. Property has a prolific borehole and single domestic quarters.

FLATS FOR SALE
FAMONA: lounge, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, separate bathroom and toilet built in cupboards $46,000
HILLSIDE: Modern, open plan, one bedroom flat. US$65,000 neg

TOWN HOUSE FOR SALE
HUMEPARK: $100,000. Two bedrooms, lounge/ dining room, fitted kitchen, pantry, complex borehole.
ILANDA: $220,000. 3 bedroom 3 bathrooms. Lounge, Dining room, fitted kitchen, office/study, staff quarters, laundry, garage that fits 3 cars. Beautiful private garden for residents only.

RESIDENTIAL STANDS FOR SALE
Riverside: 1,3 acres of land. Double staff quarters. fenced, council water and electricity available
BUENA VISTA: 1 acre of bare land. Great road access, prime location, water and electricity available

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.
KENSINGTON: fully functional plot with 2 boreholes, 4 foul runs that fit 300 chickens each. A 1-bedroom cottage, double staff quarters. On the property is a water reservoir and an orchard with indigenous and exotic trees. Water and electricity available. The land size is 6 Acres. US$120,000

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: 0772238431 EMAIL: 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 valuer's 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
Queenspark: 3 bedrooms, fitted kitchen, lounge, dining area, separate bathroom and toilet and cottage, walled and gated. Available 1st of April 2023. $450,00/pm

COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES FOR RENT
Offices to let: Close to CBD. size 85 to 285sqm
Rentals: US$ 360,00 to US$740,00
Available: immediately
Terms and Conditions apply
Kumalo: Suitable for Corporate use, Available Immediately $2,000.00

CITY: Offices of approximately 200 sqm, available immediately. $2000
OLD FALLS ROAD, CLOSE TO CBD: 455sqm available immediately $1800 negotiable.
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 MAIL 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.
Bulawayo Estate Agents:-
Anita's Real Estate
Rodor properties Pvt Ltd
Ian & Co. Real Estate
R.E.D. Property


12) Accommodation in South Africa



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


13) Accomodation and Travel In Zimbabwe



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



14) Catering and Food


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 !!


15) Vehicles for Sale and Hire



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


17) Computers And Electronics

Bulawayo Computers:-

Internet at Netconnect.co.zw


18) Lifts Wanted And Offered



19) Seeking Friends



20) Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant

Agnes Chivhima is seeking employment.

Agnes has excellent educational qualifications both at Secondary and Tertiary Institutions and has a degree in Development Studies.

Agnes has had several years of work experience in Southern Africa, including merchandising, till operations, financial calculations, stock taking, social performance planning and warehouse management. She has also worked extensively in the hotel industry.

Agnes has current excellent references and can be contacted on

+263776420975


For all your bookkeeping requirements contact Accurate Bookkeeping Services. I am able to work part time from your premises or from mine. Acquisitions of ITF263, Company registration with Zimra, NSSA, Payroll services, Budgeting, Cashflow Statements, Profit and Loss and balance sheet accounts. I can help with all aspects of Bookkeeping
Contact 0778691097


SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Young lady seeks employment as a nurse aide. Has worked with the
elderly and has worked at UBH hospital looking after sick patients.
Willing to work day or night duty. Holding a Red Cross certificate.
Please contact 0782696356


Would you know of anybody or any organisation that would employ an editor for books, Articles, letters, theses, CVs and application letters, speeches etc If so, please let me have contact details.
This editor is a young woman in her late 30s with years of experience.

email in the first instance - rsmrharrison46@gmail.com


21) Services

Adrian Bolze is back in business!!
He and his expert staff are ready to assist you with all tree felling and maintenance requirements.

Mobile +263 71 240 4987


GRAVE CARE.
We maintain graves around the city of Bulawayo Cemeteries.
Once every month for one year at a price of $50 per grave per year.
We remove weeds around the grave and sweep as well. Wash the tombstone , trim the flowers it there are any. We also do tombstone repairs that comes with an extra charge.
For more information contact : App/Call +263772327574 and +263718727574.


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


For all your domestic and industrial repairs and renovations:-
carpentry, partitioning, ceilings, fascia boards, trusses, structural
timber, roofing, floors, sanding, floor-tiling, guttering, building,
painting, welding, plumbing, electrical work, roof leaks plus much
more

We also treat and replace all termite damaged floor - timber,
underneath all hollow tonque and grooved floors. We also repair broken
durawalls and build new ones.

Please contact us by telephone or send a whatsapp message:
Landline: +263 292 226473
Mobile: +263 772 312 320
Mobile: +263 772 322 181
email: jasonheath407@gmail.com


ANTE NATAL CLASSES AND BABY VACCINATIONS
I teach a set of 4 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 work part time at my BABY CLINIC doing vaccinations and growth monitoring :-)
Appointments are essential.

For any further information contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on 0292466741/2 from 8 am til 12 pm Mon to Fri
or 0292237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com or janfjohnston8@gmail.com
Bulawayo Services:-

Acol Chemical Bulawayo
Bulawayo's Online Business Directory


22) Health And Beauty



23) Tuition



24) Miscellaneous For Sale



25) Wanted To Buy or Hire



26) Clothing And Fashion



27) Boats and Fishing

Bulawayo Water Activities:-

www.ChaseMarine.com


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


29) TIDBITS


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