Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1134 - 21/1/2026
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1) Watch Dog
If I was living in Bulawayo, I'd go down a few hours a month and volunteer clean, paint, etc. at the National Railway Museum. Do anything to help. Lots of little things all add up into big things. Not enough local Bulawayo people are involved. It's in a quiet part of town and not difficult to get to. The railway museum is a gem and could be the spark for many visits out of interest and for the purposes of research. 2) Editorial
Ten Phrases Mother used to say!! 3) Hatches, Matches And Dispatches BRETT WINTERBOER. It's with deepest sadness that we inform our BMC family and community of the passing of BRETT WINTERBOER. Brett was a long standing member and previous chairman of BMC who raced from the late 80s to the 90s winning the 3 Hour four times and multiple national champions. He held positions such as Clerk of the course . He was team manager and strategist for the BARONS racing team, when DARREN WINTERBOER won the S.A National Endurance championship and has been the brains behind all of Darren's Endurance and Index wins. We express our sincere condolences to Ramona and the whole family. 
4) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 WhatsApp: 0782 946 086 E-mail: zam@gatorzw.co.uk THURSDAY 22 JANUARY AT 6.30 P.M. DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS Con artist Lawrence Jamieson (Michael Caine) is a longtime resident of a luxurious resort on the French Riviera, where he enjoys the fruits of his deceptions - that is, until a competitor, Freddy Benson (Steve Martin), shows up. When the new guy's lowbrow tactics impinge on his own work, Jamieson resolves to get rid of him. Confident of his own duplicitous talents, Jamieson challenges Benson to a winner-takes-all competition: whoever swindles a young American heiress out of fifty thousand dollars first can stay, while the other must leave town. - The chemistry between Martin and Caine is fun, and Glenn Headly provides a resilient foil as a woman who looks like a pushover but somehow never seems to topple. [Chicago Sun-Times] - Their comic methods are different, but from their first unequal encounter until the very last in a series of twist endings, Caine and Martin work together with an exuberant ease that's a joy to watch. [New York Times] - Caine and Martin are criminally cool together. Truly funny stuff. [FilmCritic.com] Admission: $3.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 23 JANUARY AT 6.30 P.M. A CHORUS LINE The original Broadway production of A Chorus Line opened fifty years ago and ran for a record 6,137 performances; the film followed ten years later directed by Richard Attenborough and starring Michael Douglas and Terrence Mann. In a Broadway theatre, director Zach judges dozens of dancers and their performances. After initial eliminations, sixteen hopefuls remain. Arriving late is former lead dancer Cassie, who once had a tempestuous romantic relationship with Zach but left him for Hollywood. Now she has not worked in over a year, and is desperate enough to be part of the chorus line. Zach, looking for eight dancers (four men and four women), has them introduce themselves and discomfort opens into revelation, confession leads to redemption. Based on real Broadway dancers' stories, as told to fellow dancer and choreographer Michael Bennett, A Chorus Line is funny, heartbreaking and refreshingly honest. - This is one of the most intelligent and compelling movie musicals in a long time - and the most grown up. [Chicago Sun-Times] - While conceding that the film medium cannot convey the same intensity as Michael Bennett's ingenious play, one still finds plenty of musical and emotional kicks in Richard Attenborough's conscientious screen adaptation. [Tampa Tribune] - Attenborough keeps the performances alive and the camera moving, and he has brought a stagy musical to glowing life. [Associated Press] Admission: $3.00 [free to Film and Red Carpet members] THURSDAY 29 JANUARY AT 6.30 P.M. DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE The final instalment of the Downton Abbey story is finally here and The Grand Finale picks up two years after Downton Abbey: A New Era, with much of the film's action centred on the scandal of the divorce of Lady Mary who becomes a social pariah, facing ostracism and tarnishing the Crawley name. The family also faces significant financial difficulties, requiring tough decisions to keep Downton afloat. - I smiled, I laughed, and I maybe even wiped away a couple of tears, and that's exactly as it should be. [MovieFreak.com] - With a profound embrace of the changing times and clever winks at Downton devotees, writer Julian Fellowes and director Simon Curtis deliver a heart-swelling conclusion. [Variety] - All told, it's great fun and belts along. But it's over far too quickly - we may never see its like again. [RTe (Ireland)] - This is about as graceful and fitting an endnote as you could hope for. [Independent (UK)] Admission: $3.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 30 JANUARY AT 6.30 P.M. GIORDANO: ANDREA CHeNIER Andrea Chenier was a great success at its premiere at La Scala, Milan in 1896, full of heart-stopping big tunes and powerful emotional situations though it is not as well-known as it should be. It's a passionate love story set against the backdrop of turbulent real-life events of the French Revolution. Andrea Chenier is a poet, brought up in the lap of luxury, but unhappy with the social inequality around him. He's in love with Maddalena, a beautiful young aristocrat, but her family's servant Gerard also harbours a deep passion for her and, gaining power in the Revolution, condemns rival Chenier to death. Heartbroken, Maddalena pleads with him to change his mind and save Chenier. Disillusioned by the entire revolution Gerard regrets his actions, but can he save Chenier's life.. - Andrea Chenier may not be the best-known opera in the repertoire, but rarely has it been so magnificently served as in this production. [Tutti Magazine] - The man of the hour is Antonio Pappano who conducts the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House as if all their lives depended on it. [ BBC Music Magazine, Christmas 2016 ****] - Captivating from start to finish, Giordano's flawed masterpiece Andrea Chenier is presented in a sterling production under director David McVicar. [MusicWeb International, September] Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] FEBRUARY Thursday 5 February Lawrence of Arabia - Part 1 Friday 6 February Lawrence of Arabia - Part 2 Thursday 12 February Robin and Marian [Sean Connery, Audrey Hepburn - released 11 February 1976] Friday 13 February Maya Plisetskaya: A Tribute in Five Ballets Thursday 19 February The Night Manager - 1 of 3 Thursday 26 February The Night Manager - 2 of 3 Friday 27 February Gilbert & Sullivan: The Gondoliers Alliance Francaise of Bulawayothis January Bonjour Bonjour Bonjour ! Belle et heure annee a tous ! Alliance Francaise's team wishes you all a fabulous year 2026, with many exiciting cultural events. We are thrilled to spend this new year with you, artists and art lovers ! Don't miss "Nothing but Strings", our first concert of the year, with Emmar the Violonist on 30th January. "The Words Matter Show" by SoxThePoet. Friday 23 rd January - 5pm - 5 USD, wine offered The Words Matter Show is a free-expression platform that aims to harness the power of words to break down communication barriers and foster understanding. It focuses on poetry and spoken word, as these mediums allow for deep exploration and expression of thoughts, emotions, and personal experiences. Performances will be conducted by WeCre8te Afrika before a 1 hour open mic. SoxThePoet, the curator of this event, is a spoken word artist from Zimbabwe. "Personal Branding workshop" with Lesta. Saturday 24th and 31st January - 9am-12pm - free entrance Step into the vibrant new world of work armed with essential tools for career success! We're excited to invite you to the inaugural Mambwe Youth Village Community event, where we'll dive into the art of personal branding, an essential skill for thriving in the modern professional world. In a rapidly shifting landscape, your identity can be your greatest asset, influencing your networks, priorities, and opportunities. Join us for an engaging session where you'll learn how to assess your self-perception and how others perceive you as a young professional, aligning both to elevate your career goals. "Stringed Moments" with Barbs. Thursday 29th January - 5pm - free entrance, wine offered The Stringed Moments project is inspired by the lived experiences of Barbs, which range from surviving cervical cancer, endometriosis, a hysterectomy, a divorce, abuse, cardiac arrests and even living with an autoimmune disease. Each challenge came with its own set of lessons, but she's continually seen the power that comes with redefining and rebuilding your identity on your own terms. She has made it her life work to create space for this transformation for those searching for a better way to be, and Stringed Moments is a manifestation of that purpose. "Nothing but Strings" with Emmar the Violonist Friday 30th January - 6pm - free entrance Emmar, renowned violinist, presents a unique musical experience, "Nothing but Strings", showcasing the versatility of violin music in collaboration with live bands, dancers, and spoken word artists. This event will open Alliance Francaise's cultural season. ZAZARUKA ZARUKA YARUKA (Visions of the visionary) Zazaruka represents the language, culture, past, present, and future of African people, specifically Zimbabwean culture. The work of Mafohla Bhekisipho explores the daily journeys of individuals, highlighting the intersection of reality and experiences, incorporating vibrant motifs, colors, human figures, drums, clay pots, and other symbols that hold significant meaning in African culture. His art is inspired by the natural world, reflecting the belief that everything comes from the earth. Bhekisipho's artworks aims to bring meditation and contemplation to the viewer. Translation Services The organization also offers translation services to individuals and companies from French to English and vice versa. For only $8 per page, get your documents translated and authenticated by us .Our translations are officially recognized and these can be of diplomas, marriage certificates or any official documents, also included are brochures, reports and notices. Please contact us for more details.
5) Bulawayo News
6) Property For Sale or to Rent Furnished accommodation is needed for a quiet tenant, age 50. This same tenant also needs employment - bookkeeper/ debtors/creditors/statutory returns, well anything office orientated. Well spoken and hard working. Contact details: WhatsApp 0771 510 796 or 0776 452 243 email hildavanrooyen@gmail.com Anita's Real Estate 98A SAMUEL PARIRENYATWA - BETWEEN 9th& 10th AVE - BYO Warm new season greetings to all our clients.We look forward to serving you with excellence throughout the year ahead. For sale: HILLSIDE BYO (5 238 m2) with 2 entrances A wellappointed home in a sought-after suburb comprising 3 b/rooms, mes,family bathroom,lounge ,d/room, patio, kitchen, storeroom, adjoining self contained cottage , 2 bedrooms , lounge, d/room, fitted kitchen, scullery, s/quarters, 2 workshops, carports, borehole, s/ pool , storeroom,walled and gated - $260 000.00 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY (CBD 700 m2) Highly versatile office property featuring a spacious waiting area, reception, 3 private offices, front and back verandas, bathroom, kitchen, lockup garage, and domestic quarters. Securely walled with razor wire on three sides and serviced by a borehole - $220 000.00 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY (HOTEL 1 388 m2) Spacious doublestorey offering 42 guest rooms, a welcoming reception area, fully equipped kitchen, and an onsite restaurant ,Hair salon, Beauty shop,Beauty parlour and Staff accommodation- $1 300 000.00 INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY (8 178 m2) Complete setup with Admin office block with air conditioning, factory 4 665m2, workshop 547m2, ablutions, 10 carports, borehole, fully walled and fenced - $790 000.00 UNDEVELOPED STAND (4 372 m2) Northvale (infill) Serviced corner stand, 100m from a main highway, with tarred road frontage - $35 000.00 LUPANE FARM (224 Hectares) Vast land richly covered in mature teak trees, equipped with 2 boreholes, ZESA power lines and sits close to the railway line along Gwaai siding, - $200 000.00 (neg) payment terms can be arranged. SELLING YOUR HOME We're actively looking for properties in all areas, and we have cash buyers waiting. Contact: Anita 0772212625 /Bonele 0773433650 / 029-2264368 anitasrealestatezw@gmail.com WEALTHLOGY INVESTMENTS (PVT) LTD Thembinkosi Mhlanga Property Consultant & Advisor Looking to buy, sell, rent, or invest in property including repair and maintenance of property Get expert guidance from a trusted professional who knows the Bulawayo market inside out. Personalized advice. Proven results. Real opportunities. Office 4. 115B Cnr 12th Ave & Fort Street, Bulawayo (Above the Hair Salon, next door to ZOU) 0774 086 076 0788 066 403 0712 911 853 0719 086 076 tmhlanga.zim@gmail.com RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO PROPERTIES FOR SALE WOODLANDS: Set on an approximately 1,900 square metre stand, this well-appointed four-bedroomed home offers comfortable family living with excellent amenities. The house features a main bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a common bathroom, and a separate toilet. Living spaces include a lounge with a fireplace, a dining room, a fitted kitchen and both front and back verandas. Additional features include a 5,000-litre water tank, an unequipped borehole, solar geyser, a two-roomed staff quarters, and a garage. The property is fully walled and gated, ensuring privacy and security. This home is sited on a spacious stand, offering great value for families or investors alike. US$160,000-00 (NEGOTIABLE) BURNSIDE: This spacious family home offers a well-designed layout comprising a fitted kitchen, dining room, lounge with a fireplace, three bedrooms, an office or study, a family bathroom, a separate toilet, a main bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, and a laundry area. The property also includes a veranda, a 5kVA solar backup system, and security lighting with sensors. In addition, there is a self-contained cottage featuring a lounge, kitchen, one bedroom, a bathroom, a storeroom, a veranda, and solar geyser. The property is further complemented by a staff quarters with two bedrooms, a toilet, and a shower. External features include two garden storerooms, a generator storeroom, a children's playhouse, two carports, a water tank with a pump, and a braai area. The property is fully walled, fenced, and gated. US$250,000-00 (NEGOTIABLE) BUENA VISTA: Set on a generous 4,227 square metre stand, this impressive six-bedroomed family home offers space, comfort, and excellent amenities. The house includes three common bathrooms and a main bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in wardrobe. The home features a well-appointed kitchen, laundry room, dining room, and a spacious lounge with a fireplace, complemented by verandas on both sides of the house, perfect for relaxed indoor-outdoor living. A three-car garage is conveniently attached to the main house. Additional accommodation includes a two-bedroomed cottage and single staff quarters. Reliable water supply is ensured by a borehole and water tank, while a solar power system adds efficiency and cost savings. Security is a standout feature, with the property being fully walled and fitted with an electric gate, offering peace of mind in a well-secured environment. US$220,000-00 (NEGOTIABLE) ----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 vacation homes. Ranging from US$14,000 - US$3,500,000. For these, and other properties for sale, Phone (029) 2274581/3 (Landline). Call: Tino: 0776592440/ Bryan: 0772238431/ Jenny: 0774394041/ Crystal: 0788470663. Email: tino@rodor.co.zw Visit Our Website: www.rodorbyo.co.zw For Valuations, phone (029) 2274581/3 (landline) or email bryan@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. HOUSES / COTTAGES / FLATS TO LET BELLEVUE: 3 bedroomed house, 5000 litre Jojo tank, Rent US$600-00/ month. Available 1 March 2026 SAUERSTOWN: 3 bedroomed flat, Rent US$390-00/ month. Immediate Occupation KILLARNEY: 3 bedrooms, walled + gated, Rent US$550-00/ month. Immediate Occupation NEWTON WEST: 6 bedrooms, walled + gated, Rent US$1,000-00/ month. Immediate Occupation. CBD FLAT: 1 bedroomed, fitted kitchen, lounge, Rent US$450-00/ month. Available 1 April 2026 KUMALO: 3 bedroomed house, fitted kitchen, lounge, dining room, bathroom, staff quarters, Rent US$700-00/ month. Immediate Occupation. COMMERCIAL SPACE TO LET FAMONA: 5 offices, Rent US$1,800-00/ month, ideally located 23rd Avenue. Immediate Occupation. SUBURBS: 7 offices, Excellent locality for commercial premises, US$1,500-00/ month. Immediate Occupation DONNINGTON FACTORY: 750 square metre floor size, 2 offices, ablutions, staff quarters, Rent US$800-00/ 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) or +263772425228 (WhatsApp). E-mail to or letting@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 8A.M. - 4.30P.M. SATURDAYS 8A.M. - 11A.M. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE 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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9) Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant Mature lady Experienced Switchboard Operator Receptionist, Administrative Secretary, PA / Accounts Clerk. ZAAT Accounting 1st year. Customer Care and Receptionist Courses. Pitman Diploma in Secretarial Studies including Accounting Level 4 First Class. Computer Literate in the latest Microsoft versions Ms Word, Ms Excel, Sage Pastel Accounting. Willing to learn new tasks. Punctual & reliable. Contacts: 0292 212174, App 071 947 6038 and calls 0773 935 738. EMPLOYMENT Head Electrician wanted We are looking for a head electrician in Tanzania. Net Pay is $1500 - $2000.00 USD and an additional 20% pension on the gross salary. The role includes 2 trips back to Zimbabwe for 3 weeks. The candidate should have the relevant experience and qualifications. Please send applications to admin@canuckmining.com A lady age 41 is looking for a temp/short term position as an Office Lady to perform light Office work. Has basic computer skills and minimum office experience. Available to start on 14.10.2025. Can be contacted strictly during working hours on 0783 197 394. EMPLOYMENT Mature lady: Diploma in Secretarial Studies including Accounting Level 4, First Class. Computer Literacy in Ms Word , Ms Excel Sage Pastel Accounting. Good communication skills and hard worker Able to work with minimum supervision. Experienced Secretary/ Accounts Clerk Please contact:0719 476 038 Apps Calls 0773 935 738 Looking for a versatile young person with personnel management experience. Should be familiar with NEC Mining regulations. An added advantage will be a bookkeeping background and the ability to use pastel software package. Please contact fasapplication2025@gmail.com SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature ladies looking for a job as private guards. They have been through training, holding references please contact 0786 626158
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11) Health And Beauty BEAUTY TREATMENTS Lavender Salon Lavender is now at the BAC Sports Centre, entrance on Park Road and 12th Ave. Lavender offers a most professional service including an excellent massage, waxing, facials, manicures, pedicure, tinting and exfoliation. Home visits available too. Contact Lavender on 0775901464. 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 Frior 0292237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com or janfjohnston8@gmail.com
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