Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1075 - 01/08/2024 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 ++++ Watch Dog Happiness is driving across your very worst pothole to find it has now been beautifully repaired!! Thank you BCC. ++++ 1. Editorial 'Take his Number' I well remember when I was an Advertising Executive with the Ad Agency Adveritas many many years ago!! We had the very best fun as a team of young people with a passion for writing, events, advertising and promotion. The driving then was not as bad as it is now but it was pretty bad and during my tenure someone came up with a magnificent Radio and TV campaign. It was to be entitled 'Take His Number'. Anyone seeing an idiot driving badly was tasked with taking his/her number, together with details of the traffic offence, and submitting it to a police task force, who would follow through with the necessary steps. What a brilliant idea!! I wish that campaign was still running as this morning I took down the number of a fellow driving a fancy white twin cab, registration ABX 2595, who drove with purpose, mid morning, straight through a red light on the intersection of Fife Street and 9th Avenue, nearly taking out several cars in the process... Sadly the advertising campaign was never authorised as the police did not have the capability or manpower to handle it. Think of the fun the police in Zimbabwe could have if someone resurrected the campaign Surely they must be totally bored by now, with stopping cars only to look see if they have a radio license ++++ 2) CONDOLENCES AND IN MEMORIAM ++++ 3) CONGRATULATIONS ++++ 4) Notices and Events To all the Gentlemen young and old who attended the Men's Mental Health and Business summit in aid of Island Hospice and Healthcare, we say a resounding THANK YOU! Our panel of speakers did not disappoint ensuring an informative and entertaining morning was had by all. We extend grateful thanks to the following: Brighton Mlilo - our MC, Greyson Chipote, Heresey Herry and Thabani Ndlovu - our speakers. Special thanks to our corporate sponsors: First Mutual Medical Aid Society, Champions Insurance and Old Mutual Insurance. For their guidance and behind the scenes assistance -we thank our convenors: Themba Nkomo and Keith Heywood. And for the delicious breakfast thanks to the Management and staff of Kings Kraal. Last but not least, grateful thanks to our staff who work tirelessly to support our patients, clients and their families and still make time to give their all to fund raising projects such as this. Thank you seems so inadequate but thank you. Keep up the good work! To the gentlemen, please make a date to join us next year ....and to the ladies...we haven't forgotten you........ Watch this space!! or call 071263269 ++++ ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 E-mail: music@gatorzw.co.uk THURSDAY 1 AUGUST ATV 6.30 P.M. PROMETHEUS The discovery of a clue to mankind's origins on Earth leads a team of explorers to the darkest parts of the universe. Two brilliant young scientists lead the expedition. Shaw (Noomi Rapace) hopes that they will meet a race of benevolent, godlike beings who will in some way verify her religious beliefs, while Holloway (Logan Marshall-Green) is out to debunk any spiritual notions. However, neither the scientists nor their shipmates are prepared for the unimaginable terrors that await them. Directed by Ridley Scott, the film also stars Charlize Theron, Idris Elba and Michael Fassbender. - Prometheus is genuinely epic. [Detroit News] - Prometheus is a great ride [London Evening Standard] - It supplies enough visual spectacle, tense action and sticky, slithery monster attacks to hit the spot with thrill-seeking audiences worldwide. [Hollywood Reporter] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Film Members] FRIDAY 2 AUGUST AT 6.00 P.M. LUSITANIA SCHOOL PRESENTS 'SHREK - THE MUSICAL' Set in a mythical 'once upon a time' land, Shrek the Musical is the story of a hulking green ogre who, after being mocked and feared his entire life by anything that crosses his path, retreats to an ugly green swamp to exist in happy isolation. Based on the 2001 DreamWorks Animation film Shrek and William Steig's 1990 book Shrek!, it has music by Jeanine Tesori and book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire. Lusitania School bring the greatest fairy tale never told to the Academy stage in a whole new way in this breathtaking Broadway musical adaptation. Admission: US$5.00 SATURDAY 3 AUGUST AT 4.00 FOR 4.30 P.M. THE PHOENIX CHOIR: 'THOSE GOOD OLD DAYS' The Phoenix Choir was established 65 years ago as the Salisbury Caledonian Choir but became the Phoenix Choir in 1965 and has been going strong ever since! The Choir has toured South Africa three times, most recently in August last year, as well as the United Kingdom. The Choir's 34 members range in age from 28 to 85, one of whom, John Jones, is a founder member. Their programme 'The Good Old Days' is a nostalgic trip down memory lane with songs from the twenties, thirties and forties including some from the ragtime band era, romantic love songs and even 'Over the Rainbow'. Admission: US$5.00 Contact Katherine on 0772 228 604 for booking enquiries. There will be a cash bar after the performance. THURSDAY 8 AUGUST AT 6.30 P.M. A UNITED KINGDOM Before his return from his studies in London to Bechuanaland where he is to become king, Prince Seretse Khama (David Oyelowo) falls in love with a white British clerk, Ruth Williams (Rosamund Pike) and they plan to marry. While they suspect that Khama's uncle, the Regent, will disapprove, nothing prepares them for the diplomatic firestorm and domestic political tumult their defiant love sparks. Facing a citizenry wary of a white Briton as their Queen, they find the international opposition even more unyielding, from both the British holding their land as a protectorate and the National Party government in South Africa fearful of this affront to their recently introduced apartheid. - A United Kingdom is a very likeable film about two very admirable people. [The Independent] - The opening title 'Based on a true story' can cover a multitude of movie sins, but in A United Kingdom, it unlocks the door to a romantic drama that grows more remarkable by the minute. [ Los Angeles Times] - A rousing true love story brings African history to life. [Daily Telegraph] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Film Members] FRIDAY 9 AUGUST AT 6.30 P.M. LA DAME AUX CAMELIAS - BALLET Based on the Alexandre Dumas novel that also inspired the stories of Verdi's La Traviata and Hollywood's Moulin Rouge, John Neumeier creates a riveting dance drama around the famous 'lady of the camellias'. The passionate tale of Marguerite Gautier and Armand Duval unfolds ingeniously through a drama-within-a-drama as they meet at the theatre during a performance of Manon Lescaut. So begin their romantic adventures in Paris, brought to life by Neumeier's intense and refined choreographic language. Chopin's ravishing music highlights this exceptional neo-classical ballet featuring the star dancers of the Paris Opera Ballet. This lavish production, filmed live at the Palais Garnier, is all about love, passion, danger - and, of course, glorious dancing from one of the best ballet companies in the world. - The most intense beautifully danced and acted story ballet and narrative I've ever seen live or taped. Bravo Paris Opera Ballet, Neumeier and especially soul-searing astounding leads Letestu and Bullion. [Amazon] - A full length ballet which does justice to the Dumas novel on which La Traviata is more loosely based. John Neumeier's poetic choreography is blessed with Agnes Letestu's Marguerite. [BBC Music Magazine] - This production of Neumeier's ballet La Dame aux Camelias is a glorious achievement, beautifully captured on DVD But the ballet belonged to Letestu: as Marguerite, one of her best roles: she gave herself over entirely to the moment, relishing every line, radiant in her freedom. [Financial Times] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Red Carpet Members] THURSDAY 15 AUGUST AT 6.30 P.M. WOMAN IN GOLD Sixty years after fleeing Vienna, Maria Altmann (Helen Mirren), an elderly Jewish woman, attempts to reclaim family possessions that were seized by the Nazis. Among them is a famous portrait of Maria's beloved Aunt Adele by Gustave Klimt. With the help of young lawyer Randy Schoenberg (Ryan Reynolds), Maria embarks upon a lengthy legal battle to recover this painting and several others, but it will not be easy, for Austria considers them national treasures. - A deeply moving and very satisfying piece of entertainment that knits up seemingly disparate elements in a tapestry of family pain and pride. [Flick Filosopher] - It's a touching film that entertains with warmth and humour while teaching us something about history, law and justice with enormous heart, subtlety and compassion, brilliantly acted and skilfully written. Is there anything Helen Mirren cannot do [Observer] - Helen Mirren and Ryan Reynolds make a great pair in this fascinating and true tale that makes for a highly entertaining and compelling tale. [Deadline Hollywood Daily] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Film Members] FRIDAY 16 AUGUST AT 6.30 P.M. SMETANA: THE BARTERED BRIDE The Bartered Bride is the best known of the eight operas by Smetana who was born 200 years ago in 1824. It's a story of thwarted love and arranged marriage, something which the spirited heroine, Ma enka, is not prepared to accept. She has to use every last ounce of determination, charm and cunning that she possesses in order to marry the man she loves, encountering bribery, corruption and parental opposition along the way. Smetana's opera has come to be seen as a celebration of Czech culture and identity, which translates here into a more familiar setting, complete with village pub and a maypole on the green. Dance is at the heart and soul of- from the intoxicatingly lively overture to a riotous and festive polka. There's a circus with jugglers and acrobats, an escaped bear, rousing drinking songs and heart-stopping love duets and arias. It's an irresistible combination. - This is a splendid performance of a great comic opera. It will brighten your day. Strongly recommended. [Amazon] - This production has all the humour and the charm of The Bartered Bride and is blessed with great performances. Although the production is more than thirty years old, in no way does it feel dated. It is a traditional production and looks absolutely beautiful in both costumes and sets. {IMDb] Admission: US$2.50 [free to Red Carpet Members] THEREAFTER - Thursday 5 September Diamonds are Forever - Friday 6 September Christine Nyoni and Friends: Concert - Saturday 7 September Joy Romanza: 'MatterMoreForSis' - album launch! - Thursday 12 September St.Vincent [released 5 September 2014] - Friday 13 September Fonteyn and Nureyev - Thursday 19 September Amadeus [released 19 September 1984] - Friday 20 September Mozart: Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail - Thursday 26 September The Tunnel [1 of 4] - Friday 27 September Riverdance 25 ++++ Bulawayo Orchid Show Sat 7 September and Sunday 8 September. Old Miltonians Sports Club. ++++ Marvellous Matilda Directed by Stephanie (Zvergolis) Beukes will be running at the Bulawayo Theatre Club from the 5th to the 14th September. Don't miss this one!! ++++ Just Dance proudly presents The Annual Dancing, singing and music show SHOWTIME 26th and 27th July at the Bulawayo Theatre Enquiries Stacey Smith 0772 144 734 ++++ 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 IAN & CO. REAL ESTATE 111 JOSIAH TONGOGARA STREET, BETWEEN 11TH /12TH AVENUE HOUSES FOR SALE PUMULA SOUTH - US$23 000 2 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, toilet, walled and gated. GWABALANDA - US$23 000 2 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen ,separate bathroom and toilet, walled and gated NEW MAGWEGWE - US$23 000 2 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, toilet. PELANDABA - US$30 000 3 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, toilet, walled and gated. 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NOSTRO PAYMENTS ACCEPTABLE PROPERTIES TO LET OFFICES CBD (Robert Mugabe Way/4th Avenue) - US$500 for immediate occupation Northend - US$2 500 for immediate occupation Matsheumhlophe - US$ 2 500 for immediate occupation FLATS TO LET Hillside - US$450 for immediate occupation Kumalo - US$350 for immediate occupation HOUSES TO LET Cowdray Park - 2 bedrooms,kitchen, sitting room , walled and gated US$230 Nkulumane 12 - 3 bedrooms, kitchen, sitting room , walled and gated US$250 Paddonhurst - 3 bedrooms , kitchen, dining,lounge, walled and gated US$650 We are looking for more properties for sale and to let, we also do Valuations and Estimations for all kinds of properties. For more information call Kelvin on +263 773 366 207, Mihla on +263 772 478 287, Ian +263 712 871 455, Landline (0292)886626 or email at sales@ian.co.zw, letting@ian.co.zw. Visit us on our website ian.co.zw ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO PROPERTIES FOR SALE CBD: Two-bedroomed flat with built-in-wardrobes, a bathroom, dining room/lounge combined, fitted kitchen and a balcony. US$50 000. RIVERSIDE: 20 acres of prime land with a 2-bedroomed house, one-bedroomed cottage, two-room staff quarters, working borehole, partly fenced and gated. Good for agricultural, subdivisions, or building an upmarket lodge. USD450 000-00 SUBURBS- SOLE AGENCY: A beautiful Suburbs house with 4 bedrooms, (main bedroom has a walk in dressing room, a bathroom and toilet), 2 bathrooms, two lounges, (one leading to a sun veranda), study area, a fitted kitchen with scullery and breakfast nook. It has a double carport, 1-bedroomed servants' quarters with kitchen attached, and a separate shower and toilet. The garden is a stunning paradise of lawn and flowers. There is also an amazing swimming pool, a prolific borehole and a 2000lt water tank and a solar geyser. The property is 1487 Square meters in extent. This is a well-maintained family home that is looking for an ideal owner. It is also ideally situated, close to the CBD, schools and all other amenities and would ideal for commercial use as well.US$245 000. -----AND MANY MORE !!!!------ SALES, 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. We have properties for sale in Bulawayo, Harare, Beitbridge, Binga, Hwange, Mlibizi, Mutare, Redcliff, and Plumtree. High/ low density, residential, commercial, and holiday homes. US$23 000-US$1 400 000. 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THORNGROVE: Offices and warehousing, Rent US$1500-00/ month, 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 FOR YOUR CONVINIENCE WE NEED PROPERTIES FOR SALE AND TO RENT FOR REGISTERED BUYERS AND TENANTS. ALL VIEWERS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A MEMBER OF OUR STAFF. ++++ Gwanda Service Builders are the Best! We always utilise their excellent quality home and business renovation services and our home looks brand new.. Painting, flooring, paving, plumbing, steel fabrication, home and company renovations. Phone Ryan 0777812594 for a free quotation. 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