Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1063 - 02/05/2024 www.morningmirror.africanherd.com Look out for us on Facebook! The Official Morning Mirror Facebook Group. Please contact magskriel@mac.com for information on how to place your advert. Morning Mirror is a publication run for the benefit of Bulawayo's only geriatric and frail care home - the Edith Duly Nursing home ++++ 1. Editorial TRY TO TRAVEL Try to travel, otherwise you may become introspective, and you may end up believing that your skin is the only one to be right, that your language is the most romantic and that you were the first to be the first. Travel, because if you don't travel your thoughts won't be strengthened, won't get filled with ideas. Your dreams will be born with fragile legs and then you end up believing in tv-shows, and in those who invent enemies that fit perfectly with your nightmares to make you live in terror. Travel, because travel teaches you to say good morning to everyone regardless of which sun we come from. Travel, because travel teaches you to say goodnight to everyone regardless of the darkness that we carry inside Travel, because traveling teaches you to resist, not to depend, to accept others, not just for who they are but also for what they can never be. To know what we are capable of, to feel part of a family beyond borders, beyond traditions and culture. Traveling teaches us to be beyond. Travel, otherwise you end up believing that you are made only for a panorama and instead inside you there are wonderful landscapes still to visit. - Gio Evan, poet and songwriter. Translated from Italian. ++++ WATCHDOG ++++ 2) CONDOLENCES AND IN MEMORIAM John McNeilage Formerly with Ames Engineering Bulawayo. Died today in Brisbane surrounded by his loving wife of over fifty years Merle. Our deepest condolences to Darrin and Sherrie, and his loving grandchildren Hannah, Lachie, Amelia and Lewis. johnmerle@optusnet.com.au ++++ JOAN BANCROFT In loving memory of a dear wife and mother and grandmother who was called to greener pastures four years ago on April 25th 2020. Remembered with love by Tony, Tony II , Shirley, Graham, Angie and her grandchildren Euan, Amelia, Hannah and Ben. What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us.' - Helen Keller ++++ 3) CONGRATULATIONS ++++ 4) Notices and Events NOTICES AND EVENTS Zimbabwe Academy of Music Monday 24 June 2024 Save this date The Brahmakumaris Raja Yoga Meditation Centre Bulawayo warmly invites you all fora talk by Sister Shivani - world renowned spiritual and motivational speaker. Topic - love, peace , unity - key to success Venue: Zimbabwe Academy of music Hillside Date: Monday 24 June 2024 Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Free Entrance - Registration essential link : http:tinyurl.com/shivanibyo contact cell; +263 775306869 ++++ ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 E-mail: music@gatorzw.co.uk The Academy offices will be closed until Thursday 2 May. The Academy itself will be open throughout April with some lessons taking place although access will be limited and difficult during Trade Fair Week which is 22 to 27 April. THURSDAY 2 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. ON HER MAJESTY'S SECRET SERVICE 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' is the sixth Bond film and reviews upon release were mixed, but the film's reputation has improved greatly over time and it's now regarded as one of the strongest entries in the series as well as one of the most faithful adaptations of a Fleming novel - see more recent reviews below! After saving vulnerable Countess Tracy di Vicenzo (Diana Rigg) from certain death, Bond heads off to hunt down Ernst Stavro Blofeld (Telly Savalas) one more time. This takes him to Switzerland, where, posing as Sir Hilary Bray, he infiltrates Blofeld's heavily-fortified alpine headquarters to discover just what Blofeld has in mind this time.. - George Lazenby's only appearance as 007 is a fine entry in the series, featuring one of the most intriguing Bond girls (Diana Rigg), breathtaking visuals and some great ski chases. [Rotten Tomatoes] - 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' is pure poetry. It transcends the idea of a Bond film. Gorgeously photographed, thrillingly executed and wonderfully performed, this is the franchise zenith. [Film Inquiry] - The single most emotionally charged and unexpectedly fulfilling entry in the entire Bond series. [Zaki's Corner] - Ditching flash in favour of character development, this stylish and energetic entry is one of the best films in the series. Lazenby woz robbed. [Film4] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Film Members] FRIDAY 3 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. INVITATION TO THE DANCE A tribute to Daniel Barenboim who turned 80 at the end of 2022 but whose recent ill health has led to his semi-retirement. This concert with the Berlin Philharmonic was a celebration of the dance and includes music by Bach, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Dvorak, Strauss, Sibelius, Kodaly and composers from Barenboim's native Argentina. - Daniel Barenboim is in ebullient form and surely there are few orchestras that could deliver this level of sheer out and out corporate virtuosity Even Barenboim shows his pleasure at this display! [Amazon] - This is a real gem. The atmosphere is infectious and by the time you reach 'Tico Tico' you will be totally in harness for one of the most enjoyable concert recordings I have experienced on DVD. The Berliners really enjoy themselves in an evening's entertainment which I am sure will captivate you. [MusicWeb International] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Red Carpet Members] THURSDAYS 9, 16 & 23 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. BROADCHURCH SERIES 2 The second series of 'Broadchurch' focuses on the continuing fallout of the murder of 11-year-old Danny Latimer in the close-knit coastal town of Broadchurch; the effect of Joe Miller's trial on his wife, former DS Ellie Miller (now a uniformed police officer in Devon); the Latimer family's struggle to achieve a normal life during Joe's trial; and new revelations that former DI Alec Hardy is protecting a witness in the failed Sandbrook child murder case. - Will the series remain as compelling On the evidence of last night's twist-packed opener, perhaps even more so. [Independent] - It looks like the second series of ITV's popular thriller is going to be far more interesting than we can usually expect from such a highly-anticipated follow-up. [New Statesman] - The two plot lines are absorbing, the characters are well-drawn and the cinematography is even more stunning. [Daily Telegraph] - Writer Chris Chibnall has gathered enough old loose ends and intriguing new strands to suggest that Mondays may again become a bad night for the nation's pubs and restaurants. [Guardian] - What a relief to find that the first four episodes of season two are a promising continuation of season one. [Boston Globe] Admission: US$6.00 the series / US$2.50 [free to Film Members] FRIDAY 10 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. PUCCINI: MADAME BUTTERFLY Puccini's Japanese tragedy 'Madame Butterfly' is given a ravishing production by The Royal Opera. It's alluring imagery of Japan heightens the intense clash of East and West. When the American naval officer Pinkerton seduces the young 'Butterfly' Cio-Cio-San, he seems to promise every happiness - but his cruel abandonment leads to her tragic self-sacrifice. Antonio Pappano, Music Director of The Royal Opera and renowned for his interpretations of Puccini, conducts an exceptionally fine cast with the Royal Opera Chorus and the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House. Powerful performances show why 'Madama Butterfly' remains one of the all-time operatic favourites. - Ermonela Jaho is the best Cio-Cio-San London has seen in many years. [The Independent] - There only one Ermonela Jaho, there is only one Butterfly. A performance of a lifetime! Best 'Butterfly' ever! [Amazon] - A great score has rarely been better served. [The Arts Desk] - This is a superb achievement, with Ermonela Jaho bringing passionate conviction to the title role The whole evening is, in fact, outstanding. [The Guardian] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Red Carpet Members] TUESDAY 14 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. THEO BROSS (CELLO) & GUNCHA HOJANEPESOVA (PIANO) Music by Bazelaire, Suk, Dvo ak, Faure, Piazzolla, Falla and Brahms Admission: US$5.00 [free to Red Carpet Members] SATURDAY 18 MAY AT 6.00 P.M. CHRISTINE NYONI AND FRIENDS A pre-Africa Day celebration of the music of Africa! Admission: US$5.00 THEREAFTER Thursday 16 May Broadchurch 2 Saturday 18 May Concert - Christine Nyoni Thursday 23 May Broadchurch 2 Friday 24 May Verdi: Requiem [first performed 22 May 1874] Wednesday 29 May Headhunters ++++ The National Gallery of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo is a parastatal organisation operating under the Ministry of Sport, Recreation, Art, and Culture. Its core objective is to collect, preserve, and showcase artworks through both local and international exhibitions. For visitors interested in attending the gallery's exhibitions, the entrance fees are as follows: - Visitor Group Local: - Adults: US$2 - Children: US$1 - Non-resident: US$10 - Non-resident children: US$5 To gain additional benefits and access exhibition previews, individuals can become members of the gallery. Membership offers various advantages, including free entry to all exhibitions, discounts on selected items at the craft shop and space hire, free internet access, and access to the library's information services. Members can also become friends of the gallery. Membership is valid for 12 months, and the fees vary based on the membership category: - General Individual: US$20.00 - General Family: US$40.00 - Student: US$10.00 - Corporate: US$200.00 - School/College: US$50.00 For inquiries or to become a friend of the gallery, interested individuals can contact the gallery team at +26329270721 or +263772764807 (WhatsApp only), or via email at sabona@mweb.co.zw. ++++ Bonjour Bonjour Bonjour ! ALLIANCE FRANCAISE BULAWAYO Water colour painting workshops with Lauryn. 4th May - 9.30am to 11am free entrance - registration mandatory. Learn and expand your DRAWING repertoire in Two Art Workshops: (1) Portraiture Drawing Workshop and a (2) Figure Drawing Workshop* held at The Alliance Francaise de Bulawayo. You will be experimenting with array of traditional skills & techniques guided by Artist Lauryn Arnott; an experienced and qualified artist & teacher of over 40 years. You will extend your creative abilities by using methods in a structured workshop specially designed for you to learn to 'draw what you see, not what you think you see'. - Date: May 4th Figurative Drawing Workshop (2) FREE - Open to students with intermediate and advanced drawing skills. Suitable for all ages (O-Level and above) - You with receive tuition and an open critique to discuss ways to learn about drawing from life and observation skills and techniques THERE ARE ONLY 8 Tickets available per workshop - participants will only be able to attend the workshop with a numbered ticket.....Book now to reserve your place ! Email director.bulawayo@afzim.org ++++ 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 RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO PROPERTIES FOR SALE HILLSIDE: A 4539sm property close to Hillside shops. 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SMALL HOLDING TO LET GUMTREE: 17 acres, 4 bedrooms, borehole, Rent USD600-00, occupation 1st May 2024 COMMERCIAL SPACE TO LET PLUMTREE:4 offices, Rent USD800-00 KUMALO: 4 bedrooms, Rent USD1 500-00, immediate occupation. 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), e- mail to reslet@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw , or visit our 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. ++++ HOUSE TO LET Romney Park: 3 bedrooms, semi detached USD350. Available 1 April. Contact 0719284989/ chinokoroten@gmail.com ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa ++++ 12b) Accommodation in Botswana ++++ 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 DRIVER A young gentleman of sober habits with a mechanical background seeks a position as a Class 2 / Class 4 driver Available to start work immediately. Please contact 0778 684 134 ++++ SECRETARY/PERSONAL ASSISTANT VACANCY A Bulawayo based private school is looking to engage the services of a mature and qualified secretary with immediate effect. The applicant should be between 30 to 40 years old with a minimum of 5 yearsi experience as a secretary or personal assistant and hold appropriate qualifications as well as being highly computer literate and have a clean class 4 driveris license. Applications should be emailed to secretaryapp2024@gmail.com ++++ Lady looking for office job, shop assistant or any position suitable. Preferably in town. Cell : 0774 085 599 ++++ DRIVER A young gentleman of sober habits with a mechanical background seeks a position as a Class 2 / Class 4 driver Available to start work immediately. Please contact 0778 684 134 ++++ SITUATION SOUGHT for highly recommended kitchen/canteen/coffee shop or restaurant cook. Mature, reliable young man, with pleasant personality who is eager to learn, grow and expand. 12 years of loyal service to current employer. Please contact Mrs Hunt on 0292 203022 mornings only, for additional information. ++++ Mature lady Pitman Diploma Secretarial Studies. Computer Literate, '6' 0 Levels Principles of Accounts and English Language inclusive. Worked as Secretary and Accounts Clerk. Contract / Permanent Employment Contact Details: Landline 0292 212174 Whattsup 0719 476 038 Ms Teyedzani Kupe ++++ Young lady with a Bachelor of Social Science Honours degree in Sociology from Lupane State University is looking for a job. Great listener, willing to learn. email lubahdube@gmail.com +263 783 544 009 WhatsApp/ Calls +263 712 172 078 ++++ 21) SERVICES BEAUTY THERAPY AND MASSAGES Tired, relax with a massage and tone your muscles. This will leave you feeling more relaxed and re-energised. Please contact 292 60498 ++++ The Plumbing Doctor. For all your plumbing. Blocked drains, burst pipes, leaking geysers, toilets, taps, drain laying. Solar Geysers installation. Borehole pumps installation and repairs. Jojo tank installation. Washing machine installation. 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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 ++++ 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 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 The content that is published in Morning Mirror does not necessarily reflect the editor's opinion. Morning Mirror reserves the right to refuse any advertising or content. ++++