Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1018 - 20/4/2023

The Famous Bulawayo Siren

What a familiar sound! Having lived in Suburbs my entire life, the sound of the seven am 'call to work' siren is so comforting.

The siren is perched on the roof of the National Railways of Zimbabwe mechanical workshops in Raylton, Bulawayo and was used to signal working hours for the railway workers in days gone by.

Being close to town it could be heard loud and clear at 7 am and at 4.30. A bit dicey these days with Zesa problems and maintenance issues, but when one does hear it, it brings a glow to the heart..

Of course the person who know everything about Bulawayo is Paul Hubbard who does wonderful guiding tours around our city and the environs. (His number available on request.)

We didn't hear it this morning, there is a power cut of course, but that sometimes also happens when the wind blows in the wrong direction.

Yesterday was a poignant day because I came across an old photo of my Mom, (who would have been 100 years old this week) bless her beautiful heart. The photo was of Mom when she was crowned 'Asbestos Queen' at the Shabani Mine Ball, probably 80 years ago!! The photo was taken by Leo Silver!

Now who remembers Leo Silver Married to Dorothy.

He had two daughters Vivian and Audrey. His daughter Audrey was at Eveline School with me and we used to play together at their house in Kumalo. ('Hang Out' is the modern word for 'play' !)

Then of course there was Robal's Studios, established after the war by Robert Franks (Bob). His proficiency in photography ensured that he officiated at many weddings, schools, colleges, military establishments and recorded numerous historic events. Some of his official portrait subjects included Her Majesty the Queen Mother, Governors, and Prime Ministers of Rhodesia.

WATCHDOG

The A.G.M. of the Natural History Museum of Bulawayo.

3 pm on Sunday 23rd April.

Butterfly Talk by Dr Alan Gardiner
Official Opening of the Butterfly Garden

Museum Grounds - Park Road and Leopold Takawira Ave.

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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.

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2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds

Iain (Bucky) Buchanan

Bucky passed away in Bulawayo this week after a short illness.
Our deepest sympathy to Lydia, Chad, Kim and Justin and all their families.

'When Iain Buchanan proudly led Zimbabwe on to the field in Johannesburg, on 5 July 1980, he became the most capped player in the nation's rugby history.

Buchanan's record is more than an impressive statistic, for he has proved himself to be one of the most durable players ever to step onto a Southern African rugby field. A short, solidly built man, he is driven by a fierce sense of competitiveness and patriotism and sustained by an excess of courage that has long been admired by local rugby fans.

Despite some appalling batterings behind a pack that was often not comparable to the juggernaut combinations of the major South African provinces, the nuggety scrum-half with the full beard, endured it all. As he became the most capped player in the land, he had not been substituted in any of his 73 games - testimony to his courage and extraordinary durability.

Iain Forsyth Buchanan was born in Bulawayo on 15 July 1949 and was educated at Northlea School, playing 1 st XV rugby for a remarkable four years. He was chosen for the Craven Week national schools team in 1966 and 1968, and for Rhodesia under-20 in 1969, his first year out of school, when he began his impressive club career for Old Miltonians.

Buchanan turned out in the green and white three times in 1972, including a tragically violent match against the famous Welsh club Cardiff, in which three men were sent off, two of them Rhodesians. With the brilliant Gareth Edwards at scrum- half, Cardiff won 24-6 with superbly fluid play and top-class backing up.

Right through 1980, 'Bucky was to be first-choice scrum-half, save for a four-match spell midway through the 1976 season when he sat on the subs' bench and the previous incumbent returned. It was a temporary setback for the tough-as-teak Matabele and after returning against Eastern Transvaal at Salisbury on 21 September 1976, he was never again-dropped by his country.

But he had lost the captaincy to Brian Murphy and Ian Robertson for the final games of 1976, while former All Black, Alan Sutherland, led throughout a distinguished 1977 season which rejuvenated Rhodesian rugby.

Brian Murphy took over as national coach and Buchanan was restored to the captaincy in 1978 when Sutherland joined Wits University. Buchanan set the tone for a successful season with the words: "The Sutherland era is history... we must get on with it now as Rhodesians." Another highly successful season ensued, including a 32-15 win over the American Cougars - the only international of Buchanan's career.

That unshakeable determination was evident in every player next day with Buchanan playing himself to near exhaustion. At the final whistle there were incredible scenes of pure joy. Some of the players wept openly, while 'Bucky', in a typical gesture, personally carried Eveleigh on his shoulders all the way to the changing-rooms.

The year 1980, the birth of the world-recognised Zimbabwe, again saw Buchanan restored to the national captaincy. His enthusiasm was such that it could have been his very first cap. "I am as proud today to be playing for my country as I was in my first season," he said. "I will continue to give everything I've got." He was justly entrusted with the captaincy for Zimbabwe's first overseas tour to England in October 1980.

A few overdue honours came his way in the twilight of his career. In 1979 he toured South Africa as a reserve player with the World XV and was given a late call to face the British Lions at Durban for the South African Barbarians - a team which prides itself in choosing players with sportsmanship and flair. Although the team lost 25-14, Buchanan scored one of the Barbarians' three tries.

Such a man as Iain Forsyth Buchanan fully deserves to be honoured among the nation's greatest sportsmen. He ended 1980 with a total of 85 national caps, 50 as captain, having played 57 games in succession.'

Condensed from - https://rhodesiansportprofiles.blogspot.com/.../iain...

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Billy Hardy

Billy Hardy ex Hardy's Inn Gwanda passed away in Carlisle, Cumbria UK on Saturday 15th April 2023.
Loved Dad of Ian and Kim and brother of Graham and Lyn. Resting peacefully now with no more pain.

grahamlynhardy@yahoo.com

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Wagstaff : John

We were so sorry to hear of the passing of John Wagstaff, and we send heaps of love to Heather and her girls at the sad time in their lives. We can't help but remember all good times, especially all the Sunday mornings we spent on our veranda in Suburbs having tea and cake with John and Heather. Those were the days, for sure !!

Remember goodbyes are not forever
Goodbyes are not the end
They simply mean 'I'll miss you until we meet again'

May the 'peace that passes all understanding' be with you all to guide you as you journey on without John.

Love Dick and Sue Durand

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Rita Stewart
Sue and Allan from Ascot Hardware would like to pass their condolences to Tom Stewart and family on the passing of Rita Stewart. May she rest in peace.

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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3) Congratulations

Congratulations to Zimbabwean Givemore Mudzinganyama who won the Two Oceans Marathon 2023!!

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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

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

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

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

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

HOUSES FOR SALE
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$85,000 (negotiable).

NORTHEND: Brick under tile, combined lounge/dining room, 3 bedrooms, master ensuite, separate bathroom, separate toilet, kitchen, pantry, 2 verandas, double lock-up garage, domestic quarters, walled with 2 gates. Stand size: 1137m. US$100,000

ILANDA: In a great location, is a 3 bedroomed home with 2 bathrooms, lounge and dining room, and fitted kitchen with granite countertops. A solar system, an attractive garden with irrigation system. Swimming pool (not working) laundry and 3 lockable car ports. US$140,000

QUEENS PARK EAST: An attractive home, with 4 bedrooms (all with fitted wardrobes), 2-bathrooms 1 separate shower. Has a spacious fitted kitchen, lounge and dining room. Walled and gated. Stand size: 1,115sqm. US$85,000 (negotiable)

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

FLATS FOR SALE
HILLSIDE: Modern, open plan, one bedroomed flat. US$65,000 neg

TOWN HOUSE FOR SALE
HUMEPARK: $90,000. Two bedrooms, lounge/ dining room, fitted kitchen, pantry, complex borehole.
ILANDA: $220,000. 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms. Lounge, Dining room, fitted kitchen, office/study, Staff quarters, laundry, garage for 3 cars. Beautiful private garden.

RESIDENTIAL STANDS FOR SALE
RIVERSIDE: 1,3 acres of land. Double staff quarters. fenced, Council water and electricity available
BUENA VISTA: 1 acre of undeveloped land. Easy 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 fowl runs that hold 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
KUMALO: attractive double storey residential home. US$1,500
SAUERSTOWN:1 bedroomed flat, recently redecorated. Available Immediately $400,00/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 $1,500.00
CITY: Offices of approximately 200 sqm, available immediately. $2000
OLD FALLS ROAD, CLOSE TO CBD: 455sqm available immediately $800 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 WAY AND JOSIAH TONGOGARA STREET.
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

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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

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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

Zenzele Ndebele is seeking employment.

He has good educational qualifications, fluent in Shona, Ndebele and English and has qualified as a Nurse Aid as well as ARV Adherence Counselling.

However Zenzele would fit well into any organisation.

email - princeziedo@gmail.com
Telephone +263 712 165 500 or +263 783 502 387

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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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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

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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

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22) Health And Beauty

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23) Tuition

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24) Miscellaneous For Sale

MacBook Pro for Sale. $1700
Contact Shaun
0712420039

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25) Wanted To Buy or Hire

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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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