MIRROR EDITION 574 - 11 February 2013 MORNING MIRROR WEBSITE 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. ONLY E MAIL COMMUNICATION WILL BE DEALT WITH THANK YOU. Morning Mirror is a publication run solely for the benefit of Bulawayo's only geriatric and frail care home. ADVERTS TO BE SUBMITTED BY MONDAYS AT 5 P.M ++++ We do not see through our eyes alone. - David Ulrich - ++++ Empathy is a quality of character that can change the world. - Barack Obama - ++++ Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love. - Lao Tzu ++++ Editorial The Other Side of the River We were most fortunate to be able to take a three day trip on the fabled Zambesi Queen on the Chobe River recently. It was a glorious experience, not only from the luxury point of view but also to see real conservation in existence. The Chobe River lies between Namibia and Botswana in parts and the difference between one river bank and the other was chalk and cheese. Botswana has totally banned all hunting and has a strict no- nonsense approach to poaching, netting and fishing on its side of the river. Hence the land is lush and green and boasts wall to wall animals. Namibia is dry and overgrazed and all one sees is fishermen with nets, and cattle grazing peacefully. On the Botswana side there is literally a giant pod of hippos ever few hundred meters, a vast herd of happy elephant ever kilometer or so and great herds of buffalo abound. We were lucky enough to have sightings of the rare Puku and Lechwe buck grazing in the marshes. The birdlife is phenomenal, a pair of Pied Kingfisher busy on every single river rock, a pair of gentle Water Thickkees on ever bend, plus a pair of Fish Eagle on every corner and so on and so forth. Game viewing from a boat is luxury indeed and the animals were totally unperturbed by our close proximity. The Zambesi Queen certainly knew how to make every sojourn from the Mother Ship an epic event, we were chased by hippo, we watched baboons family units cavorting happily for hours and we watched huge families of elephant playing just like humans in the water as we had never ever seen them before. We heartily commend Botswana for its conservation practices, I like to think it is to some extent that Botsana's premiere - Sir Ian Khama, was educated in Bulawayo at one of our finest schools. It was Mahatma Gandhi who said 'The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.' and full marks to Botswana. But one tiny observation which I hope Sir Ian Khama could address - perhaps its domestic animals - dogs, cats, donkeys and goats, could be treated with as much respect as its wild animals? +++++ 2) NOTICES AND EVENTS BREAKFAST CLUB - Sunday 16th Febuary Registration will be on the morning, make sure you get there in time to register. Please note that we are restructuring the mountain bike riding into elite and social. The elite will need to know the route from the maps and will be against the clock. The social will ride with a group leader (so we don't lose anyone) and this is also to encourage kids to ride as they will be in a group and not on their own. VENUE Hillside Dams All the events start and finish at Hillside Dams EVENTS 5k run / walk - start 7.30am 11k run / walk - start 7.30am 16k run - start 6.30am (wlelcome to start earlier just let me know and do your own times) 15k bike ride - start 8am 32k on/off road bike ride - start 8am. 42k Mountain Bike ride - start 8am (riding with GPS or with someone with GPS) 55k road ride - start 7.30am FACILITIES There will be a bacon & egg rolls available in support of the Spca. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Thankyou Des Stephens at SATIB for sponsoring January with great prizes and for the ambulance, we raised with the food $677, to Mark Querl for the water and to Vaughan and Chris for their help doing the routes, Basil and his team for waterpoints and of course Shane, Andre and Kerry for always providing great food. COSTS Remember buy a shirt and become a member, entry for members is $5 entry, non-members is $10. Any cat food, dog meat / meal / biscuits always welcome. For more information contact Fiona Burns on 0779 544204 ++++++ VALENTINE For a Head over Heels Experience We'll take you back in time When Love was Sweet And Music Real. Come Dance with me @Simply Red Romantic Dinner Dance Theme Red Lipstick (Women) Red Tie (Men) Venue 01 Livingstone Road Suburbs Bulawayo For more information contact Regal Blue 0777447434 0733032558 097880 14 February 2014 1900 hours to 2400 hours Ticket price Couples $45.00 Singles $20.00 +++++++++ 'Wizard of Oz - The Ballet' is planned for the end of July. We are looking for dancers in all genres - ballet, tap, acrobatics, contemporary, modern, hiphop, robotics etc - and are holding auditions for the Principle roles (Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow and Lion) on Sunday 16 February. Dancers attached to studios will be informed of details through their teachers, but independent dancers can contact me for more information. Michelle Macmillan macmish@yoafrica.com +++++ BULAWAYO QUILTERS' GUILD The Bulawayo Quilters' Guild will hold its first meeting of 2014 on Saturday 8 February 2014. Meetings are held at OM's Club hall, 12th Ave/Townsend Rd at 10 for 10:30am and are held on the second Saturday of each month from February to November. In 2014 the August meeting will be 2 August and there will be no September meeting as Bulawayo will be hosting the National Quilt Show on 13-14 September at Whitestone School Hall. 2014 membership fees are USD25 for the year including library membership, with a $5 joining fee for new members. The visitors fee is USD5 per meeting. We look forward to seeing members and welcoming new members and visitors. +++++++ CELEBRITY JAPANESE CHEF TO ROCK LOVERS ON VALENTINE'S DAY AT HOLIDAY INN BULAWAYO . . . Food festivals are the flavor of the season. Food has always been a source of cultural exchange to strengthen ties between people and countries. Celebrity Japanese Chef Takayuki Minagawa arrives in the city on Valentine's Day to tickle the taste buds of lovers young and old, expressing their love for each other at the Holiday Inn Bulawayo, with his traditional and famous Japanese cuisine that is bound to be a connoisseur's delight. For starters one could relish Tsunga & Oyster Mushroom Ohitashi (traditional Japanese salad), Bream Nanban-Zuke (deep fried bream fillet marinated in vinegar sauce and Pumpkin with Minced Chicken Prawn Anake Sauce (soft cooked pumpkin covered with a combination of thick chicken and prawn gravy). Takayuki says that his endeavor has been to give his guest traditional dishes as food lovers are getting more demanding these days. The six course dinner Miso Beef Stew, Chicken Karaage (Japanese fried chicken), Tempura (a combination of shrimps, eggplant and okra), the famous Japanese Sushi Nigiri made with Salmon & Prawns and for the vegetarian's delight Sushi Roll and the traditional Japanese Noodle in hot soup popularly know as Udon are the Chef's highly recommended delicacies to anyone who enjoys authentic Japanese food. The lavish buffet concludes with some exotic Japanese desserts like Zenzai (Red Bean Soup), Soy Milk Fruit Jelly and Chocolates that tickles your palate and captures your appetite. Witness for the first time in Zimbabwe the 'Japanese Tea Ceremony', a Japanese cultural activity being performed by a team of Japanese girls that showcases the traditional ceremonial preparation and presentation of powdered green tea. Come and celebrate this Valentine's in a unique Japanese style with live entertainment from the Ecstasy Band, lucky dip prizes and many vouchers to be won. Sport's lovers can catch a glimpse of their country's charismatic cricket icon Heath Streak, get his autograph and have his picture taken with them. Time: 18.30 hrs onwards. Date: Friday 14th February 2014. Venue: Holiday Inn Bulawayo. Price: $ 60 per Couple (Inclusive of Buffet Dinner). RUSH! Only 50 Couple Tickets Available . . . +++++ HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY The next meeting will be held on Sunday, 16th February. Time : 9.3O for 1Oam Venue : 3 Hornbill Way, Riverside (Tel. 689272) Speakers : Peter Abbot and Louise Gower will demonstrate how to make essential oil from Rose Geranium and indigenous plants. Compost, liquid manure, bark, preserves and plants for sale and raffle. New members welcome. Enquiries tel. Dave on 23O899 or Maggi on 242235 +++++ The Amalinda Collection has moved and phone numbers have changed. Please note that for all bookings and reservations contact: 09 243954 or email reservations@amalindacollection.co.zw or resman@amalindacollection.co.zw We thank you for your continued support and don't forget about the amazing specials at Ivory, Amalinda and our new camp in Hwange, Khulu. Visit our website www.amalindacollection.com for photos, updates and information on specials / contact us for family specials, group rates and wedding and honeymoon offers. +++++ Kings Auction Centre We will be holding a massive house sale on Saturday 15th Feb at 9am,buyers cards are $100 refundable. Some of the goods on offer are Large range kitchenware,Yard items,Brand new never been used baby items,brand new never been used kingsize bed still in plastic imported from South Africa,large range of ornaments and lots lots more!!! This is a sale not to be missed!!! Please call us on 70316 or pop into 141 fife street for further details. ++++ STANFORD LAKE COLLEGE Dear GRADE 6'S, 7'S and Form 1'S The Headmaster, Mr Craig Carolan would like to invite you to a Stanford Lake College presentation at: Deja Vu Restaurant, 62a Townsend Rd, Suburbs, Bulawayo on: 13th February 2014 at: 6 pm RSVP:Tracy Greeff orNicky Mohamed Tel No: 0772104009 0772214785 Email:ptkj@yoafrica.com bapmohamed@gatorzw.co.uk Visit our school website at www.slc.co.za +++++++ 40 SOMETHIN' Featuring - Frank Reynolds- Drums & Vocals Jock Cameron- Bass Guitar Tookie - Keyboards & Vocals Rudi Gouma - Rhythm Guitar and Vocals Jimmy Brandt - Lead Guitar & Vocals Yes - they are playing 'live 'music from the past 5 decades to get your feet tapping and have you rocking and rolling just like yesterday! Curtain Raiser featuring songs by the popular Cedric van der Horne. Starts at 12 noon. Come and join us on Sunday 9th March at The Musketeers Lodge to hear the very first performance by Forty Somethin' on a 'Beautiful Sunday' not to be missed.!!! Entry $15.00 per person includes a delicious Sunday Roast and dessert . Just $5.00 per person if you only want to listen to the music . Make up a party, bring your partner and book a table today. Booking is essential. Phone Moira at 246343 or 0775 168 460. +++++ Moore Mosaic & Art Lessons join in the fun creating your own Mosaics ! Monday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. Phone Shirley Moore on 0772 254 951 for more information & to book your space. ZIMPARKS ' BE MY GUEST' PROMOTION Book with us and get an UNBELIEVABLE 50% discount on ACCOMMODATION ( from as little as $15 a night! ) Valid for ALL ZIMPARKS LODGES For a truly humbling holiday experience look no further! Come and discover more! Enjoy what Zimbabwe has to offer by visiting Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Estates! IN HARMONY WITH NATURE Phone Harare 04 706077/8 or 04 707624-9 or Bulawayo 09 65592 or 09 63646 Promotion runs from 20 January to 31 March 2014 +++++ ZIMPARKS 'VALENTINE SPECIAL' Day trip or overnight stay @ Chinoyi Caves Surprise your LOVED ONE with a special outing to CHINOYI RECREATIONAL PARK Make this a Memorable Day with a Special Treat from Zimparks 1.Self Drive package Overnight stay @ Chinoyi Caves Motel 14 to 15 Feb *Valentine Special Meals ( Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch ) *Gift Hamper *Transport EXCLUDED At an amazing $130 per couple 2.Overnight stay @ Chinoyi Caves Motel 14 to 15 Feb( depart Harare 17 00 on 14 Feb - depart Chinoyi Caves 16 00 on 15 Feb ) *Valentine Special meals ( Dinner, Breakfast and Lunch ) * Gift Hamper * Transport INCLUDED At and amazing $160 per couple 3. Day Trip 15 to 16 Feb ( depart Harare 08 30 - depart Chinoyi Caves 16 00 ) *Valentine Special Lunch *Gift Hamper *Transport INCLUDED At an amazing $90 per couple Spend the day viewing the SPECTACULAR crystal waters and experience Nature at its best. Picnic and Braai facilities on site. Phone Harare 04 706077/8 or 04 707624-9 ++++++++ Up coming events at the museum In conjunction with W.E.Z. the museum is hosting Dr. Gerard Stevenage on Thursday 20th February 7pm for 7.30 for a talk on " Dystocia in a Captive Elephant". Refreshments and snacks will be available from the cafeteria. As Bulawayo turns 120years and the museum 50 years we will be hosting a number of interesting talks on various aspects of our history:- To start the series on Thursday 27th February at 1pm well known figure, historian and Archeologist Rob Burrett will be talking on the 'History of the Railways - Iron spine and Ribs' his book on the same will also be on sale for $5. The cafeteria will be open. On Thursday 6th March at 1pm the Historian Pathisa Nyathi will be discussing the importance of Makakoba - Bulawayo's best known suburb. The cafeteria will be open. Please keep 22nd March free for the museum Fun Day where you can join in the activities, games, quiz, treasure hunt, see the fossils and dinosaur bones and load more. Those that want to advertise or help out please contact Moira FitzPatrick 0712432506, Gavin Robinson 0776174839 or Heather Gee 0712213357 +++++++ BBC [Bulawayo Bowling Club] All Love Is In The Air [Come With A Partner & Pay Only $5 Double] Single Entry $5 DJs Unlimited Amazing Set Up Best Sound & Lighting Powered By Rocksolid & Dubz Ent. +++++ PETRA HIGH SCHOOL'S 6TH ANNUAL T20 CRICKET TOURNAMENT Enjoy some exciting 20/20 school boy cricket and a fun-filled family weekend at Petra High School, Chelmsford Road, Matsheumhlope, on Friday 14th February 2014 and Saturday 15th February 2014. Participating schools: C.B.C., Churchill, Eaglesvale, Hellenic College, Kyle College, Milton High, Prince Edward and Petra High. The Tournament will start at 7am and end at 6pm on both days. Gate entrance will be free on Friday and $1.00 on Saturday. Free admission for scholars in uniform. Food and drinks will be on sale. If you would like to run a fun or fair stall on Saturday please phone Nyaradzo on 283326/7/8 to book a spot for your stall, the cost of which is $10.00. Sponsorship for this worthwhile event would be greatly appreciated and if you would like to be involved please contact the School Bursar Mrs L. Nyoni. ++++++++ W.E.Z. monthly social 20th February 2014 Venue ; National History Museum; Time ; 19;00 hrs for 19;30 hrs; Speaker ; Dr.Gerard Stevenage; Subject title; " Dystocia in a Captive Elephant" Refreshments, and snacks will be available, from the cafeteria. Any queries, please contact Shelagh Adams ; Committee member (W.E.Z.) tel; 09-281544. +++++++ Valentines Masked Ball. 14 th of February. @ Southern Comfort Lodge. Music By Frank Reynolds. 2 Course Meal by Skinny Cows Price PP. 25.00 USD Included in price. A mask A Glass of Champagne A Rose We can organize tables for 2 up to 10. You can also bring your own wines and champagne. A fully stocked bar is also provided. Give us a call. Les 0773246082 Tanya 0712610702 Clare 0778682587 Carmen 0774659721 ++++++++ STONECROFT MINISTRIES CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S CLUB Come and experience the Greatest LOVE of all with our guest speaker MRS FAITH NETHA Enjoys the FASHION SHOW brought to you by: Femina Garments Relax with a fabulous Tea! Date: 12 February 2014 Place: Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel 6th Floor Time: 5:30 pm for 6:00 pm Fee: US$10.00 per ticket For tickets contact: CATHY: 0772 252 393 MOREEN: 0772 382 362 JULIE:0778 705 749 +++++ Documentary cycle 13 to 15 February at Indaba Book Cafe Alliance francaise de Bulawayo and the British Council are bringing 3 days of documentaries for you to enjoy next week When: 13 Feb @ 5:45pm - The Banker of the Humble (1h) When: 14 Feb @ 5:45pm - Divorce Iranian Style (1h15) When: 15 Feb @ 1pm - Autopsy of a succession (1h) Where: Indaba Book Cafe How much: FREE! Just enjoy a coffee or muffin if you like! ++++ "Sing your Way to Paris" is back! Registration deadline: 7 March This competition is open to anyone between the age of 14 and 26.The winner gets the amazing prize of 2 weeks in Paris sponsored by Bon Marche all expenses paid. The competition aims at encouraging a wide participation among the Zimbabwean students community so as to select the best amateur singer in French on the occasion of the Francophonie celebration week (10 to 21 March - more details to come!). Competitors must select an original French song from the provided repertoire. The registration is free of charge at Alliance Francaise before Friday 7 March. The selection in Bulawayo will be held on Saturday 15 March, the finale in Harare on the 21 March. ++++ You are between 18 and 25? You speak French - or have B1 level at least?? Want to go to France for a cultural stay, all expenses paid for?? Applications before 28 February Stand a chance to spend four weeks in France on a fully paid international exchange program courtesy of the Embassy of France, Lions Clubs of France and Alliance Francaise. Be one of the lucky two! Enquire at Alliance Francaise de Bulawayo, on our Facebook page or our internet site for more details. ++++ Visit our offices and become a member of our improved library, new books, new magazine, new DVDs! Members support our organization and benefit from discounts at some of our events, on top of borrowing magazines, DVDs and books to take home and go on with French culture at home! CONNECT WITH ALLIANCE FRANcAISE DE BULAWAYO: 61 Heyman Road, Suburbs Bulawayo - ZIMBABWE Tel : (+263) 9 250 245 E-mail : contact.bulawayo@afzim.org Website : www.afzim.org/bulawayo ++++++ CHIPANGALI EASTER FAIR Saturday, April 5, 2014 10:00am until 5:00pm A Family Fun Filled day, with Easter Egg Hunt, Easter Bonnet Competition and plenty of stalls. Catering and Drinks will be avaliable ++++++ ESKIMO HUT /ESKIMO HUT/ESKIMO HUT Ice Cream cakes for all occasions: Birthdays, Special Birthdays, VALENTINES DAY, or for no reason at all. Cakes personalized to your requirements, whatever the theme. To discuss your options - contact Anne on Tel. 63874, 286112, or Cell 0772 397700 ++++++ NEW DANCE CLASS STARTING AT STILLHAVEN, 1 FEB 2014 'Free Dance' Saturday Mornings 9.30am - 10.30am $4 per class For men and women of all ages and stages, no dance experience required. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of free dance, getting into the rhythm, finding the beat and your own true expression through movement in the moment. There is no wrong or right, only your dance. A powerful way to release tension and rejuvenate your body and mind. Ph & WhatsApp KELLY : 0773 660 940 Stillhaven: 18 Lawley Road, Suburbs, Bulawayo. +++++++ VALENTINES DAY OLD MILTONIANS BOWLS INVITE YOU TO DINNER AND MUSIC IN THE COCKTAIL BAR. PLEASE CALL 239378 FOR DETAILS ++++++++ Zimbabwe Sea Cadet Corps. Training Ship (T S) Matabele is sailing again and has a few vacancies for new Cadets. If you are interested in a really potent youth organisation and are aged between 13.51 and 15 come and visit our training Parade at 1430 every Saturday afternoon. Our Headquarters is in Centenary Park opposite the Bulawayo Theatre. +++++ NATIONAL RAILWAYS OF ZIMBABWE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THEIR SPECIAL VALENTINE SASHAY STEAM TRAIN EXCURSION TO FIGTREE ON SUNDAY 16TH FEBRUARY, 2014. ACCOMMODATION is LIMITED so EARLY BOOKINGS ARE ADVISED. Now for the details : Fares ARE AT VERY REASONABLE RATES, IE US$75 per couple and $40 for single 1. The train will leave Bulawayo Station at 1300 hrs and travel to Figtree Siding - tea and snacks will be provided during the journey and there will be cash bar facilities. 2. At approx. 1800hrs the train will be shunted in to the Railway Museum where a three course meal will be served. 3. A complimentary glass of wine will be served with the meal and the train will leave the Museum at approximately 2100 hrs for the Station. A cash bar will be available during the meal. 4. Secure parking will be provided at the Station. BOOKINGS should be made at BULAWAYO STATION BOOKING OFFICE between 0800 - 1600 hrs. on weekdays. BOOKINGS OPEN ON JANUARY 27TH For further information please contact: MUNYA on 09-362291 or 0712-616497 or DAVISON on 09-362825 or 0712-363423 or KEN on 0772 594 887 SKHA on 09-362291 E-mail : steam.safari@nrz.co.zw (Inserted on behalf of NRZ's Leisure Steam Safaris by Friends of the Railway Museum) Have you visited the railway museum? If not it is time to do so and view the Rhodes'coach. old steam locomotives and lots more.....entrance fee is a modest USD 1 for Adults and half price for children. Museum is open daily from 0730-1630hrs. Just published 'Iron Spine and Ribs', a book by Rob Burrett and Gordon Murray..available at the Museum at USD 10 per copy ++++++++ New venue for weddings, events and functions in the centre of town For more info- Contact - 0775573902 ++++++++++ Brighten up your home for Valentines Day!!!! PAINT WORLD (PVT) LTD. leading specialists in all decorative and industrial paints. Colour matching and tinting on the Dulux Colour Meter System. Quick service, delivery in the City Centre. We are now celebrating 33 years in the paint business. Tel: 64104/5 - easy shady parking. We are situated in 14th Avenue, between G. Silundika and Fife Str. +++++++ WHAT'S ON AT THE BULAWAYO THEATRE 6 - 8TH MARCH - PETRA HIGH SCHOOL PRODUCTION "MAD - AGASCAR" THURS 6TH - PERFORMANCE - 7 PM FRI 7TH - PERFORMANCE - 7 PM SAT 8TH - PERFORMANCE - 2PM & 7PM TICKETS ON SALE AT THE THEATRE & MIDDY'S COFFEE SHOP - $5 Enid Wrench Theatre Secretary ++++++ EVENTS SISARIRA FISHING CAMP BINGA Valentines Special (1 February 2014 - 28 February 2014) $200.00 a couple per day including full course meal Children under 12 free Come relax on our very own beach and catch some great bream. Contact the following: 0712 215 974 0773 280 243 0712 605 492 Email: wayned@zol.co.zw ++++++ PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO AND THE ACADEMY SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE Thursday 13 February in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.00 p.m. The first of two romances for Valentine's Day! When Will Shakespeare (Joseph Fiennes) needs passionate inspiration to break a bad case of writer's block as he works on "Romeo and Ethel, the Pirate's Daughter", a secret romance with the beautiful Lady Viola (Gwyneth Paltrow) starts the words flowing like never before. Admission: $3.00 [free to film members] DONIZETTI: L'ELISIR D'AMORE Friday 14 February at 6.30 p.m. in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m. 'Frank Dunlop's witty, unvarnished view of Donizetti's country comedy, updated to the 1930s, is delightful to see, wondrous to hear. Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] Dinner available during the interval ($10.00) THUNDERBALL Thursday 20 February in the Robert Sibson Hall at 7.00 p.m. 'Thunderball' is the fourth in the James Bond series starring Sean Connery. Bond's mission is to find two NATO atomic bombs stolen by SPECTRE, which holds the world to ransom for £100 million in diamonds in exchange for not destroying a major city in either England or the United States. The search leads Bond to the Bahamas, where he encounters Emilio Largo, the SPECTRE Number Two, not to mention his beautiful mistress, Domino... ZANDONAI: FRANCESCA DA RIMINI Friday 21 February in the Robert Sibson Hall at 6.30 p.m. Francesca da Rimini was first performed exactly a hundred years ago on 19 February, 1914. Once regarded as the heir to Puccini, Zandonai never achieved another major success after this opera described in the New Grove as "one of the most original and polished Italian melodramas of the 20th century. It combines a powerful gift for Italian melody ... with an exceptional command of orchestration." Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] Dinner available during the interval ($10.00) ++++++ 3) CONGRATULATIONS GALILEO ANNUAL AWARDS. CONGRATULATIONS TO PETER CHUMA AND GALAXY TRAVEL FOR BEING THE TOP TRAVEL AGENT IN BULAWAYO AND 7TH NATIONALLY. ++++++ 4) CONDOLENCES +++++++ 5) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES Just a quick note to thank you for your kind support of my novel, THE POWER AND THE FURY. The reaction has been nothing less than fantastic, with five star comments from children, parents and grandparents alike! Now I need a favour ... Please, please, please can you or your children or your friends REVIEW it either on Amazon or on Goodreads.com (great site, if you haven't been there before!) Or both! So far there have been some wonderful reviews, but I need MORE! As a wee token of thanks, if you purchased THE POWER AND THE FURY at Amazon, you can now download the Kindle version for FREE. (This applies to new buyers as well. *Hint*) THE POWER AND THE FURY, for an all-too-brief moment, slipped into the Amazon top 100 books! Book two is coming along nicely. School visits are being scheduled, local newspaper articles and an excruciating bit of radio is greasing the wheels of the Eden Chronicles chariot. If you know of or have connections in media (or similar) that might 'grow the message', please let me know. Thanks for your support. It really means the world. With very best wishes, James Keep spreading the word! NOTE: This is an informal newsletter to friends and family. If you would like to subscribe to my official newsletter, please click here. Email: jameserith@btinternet.com website: jameserith.com Twitter: @jameserith Facebook: jameserith-author Pinterest: jameserith ++++++ "O my friend! In all circumstances one should seize upon every means which will promote security and tranquility among the peoples of the world. The Great Being saith: In this glorious Day whatever will purge you from corruption and will lead you towards peace and composure, is indeed the Straight Path." +++++++ 6) PETS COLUMN SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS THANK YOU TO THE BULAWAYO PUBLIC FOR THE CONTINUED SUPPORT TO OUR SHOP. WE TAKE ALL YOUR UNWANTED SALEABLE HOUSEHOLD GOODS. THE SALE OF THESE ITEMS GOES DIRECTLY TO SUPPORTING OUR KENNELS. WE TAKE ALMOST ANYTHING, BOOKS, MAGAZINES, GAMES, CLOTHES, KITCHEN WARE CUTLERY, CROCKERY, ORNAMENTS, JEWELLERY, DVD'S, CD'S ELECTRICAL GOODS DEAD OR ALIVE. REGRETTABLY WE CAN NO LONGER TAKE GLASS OR PLASTIC BOTTLES. GOODS CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT OUR SHOP DURING BUSINESS HOURS. WE WELCOME EVERYONE TO COME IN AND BROWSE. WE HAVE A GOOD SELECTION OF NOVELS, A LOVELY NEW SELECTION OF CHILDRENS BOOKS, A GOOD SELECTION OF RON L HUBBARD AND A SMALL SELECTION OF BOOKS BY LAWRENCE G GREEN, TV BULPIN AND RON L HUBBARD A LARGE SELECTION OF WOODEN CABINET TOPS, CUPBOARD DOORS AND MIRROR FRAMES. WE ALSO HAVE TWO WALL OVENS, ONE WITH A HOB. SHOP HOURS MONDAY 2PM-3.24PM TUESDAY 9AM -12PM 1.45-3.15 PM WEDNESSDAY 9AM -12PM2PM-3.45PM THURSDAY 9AM-12PM 1.30PM-3.15PM FRIDAY 9AM-12PM 1.30PM-3.15PM FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH 9AM -10.45AM PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF SATURDAY OPENING IF YOU SEE AN INJURED OR LOST DOG ON THE ROAD PLEASE CONTACT OUR KENNELS ON 66578/66593, YOU COULD JUST SAVE A LIFE IT IS LAW THAT ALL DOGS ARE VACCINTATED AGAINST RABIES. PLEASE CHECK YOUR DOG'S CERTIFICATES AND RE VACCINATE IF NECESSARY. ALSO CONSULT YOUR VETERINARIAN ABOUT VACCINING YOUR CAT. PLEASE DOG OWNERS DO NOT LEAVE YOUR DOG IN THE CAR WHILE YOU SHOP. IT IS EXTREMELY HOT NOW AND EVEN IF YOU LEAVE A WINDOW PARTIALLY OPEN IT IS STILL VERY UNCOMFORTABLE FOR YOUR DOG. BE RESPONSIBLE AND LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME. DATES TO REMEMBER: SPCA GOLF DAY AT HORNUNG PARK 22 MARCH SCRUFFS DOG SHOW ZITF GROUNDS 1 JUNE ++++++ Three adorable kittens, two Ginger and White, one almost Taby. Free to good homes. Phone 216565 Mrs Jones +++++ Puppies for sale Boston terriers: beautiful Puppies for sale; R1500 each Mussina RSA - pls contact Helen Cambell 0826523245 or Biddy Fourie 0824107325 ( biddyf@absa.co.za) ++++++++ PUPPIES FOE SALE LABRADOR .......GOLDEN YELLOW PUPS FOR SALE If you want the perfect dog, good looking, well muscled and absolutely faithful to you and your family, get a Labrador. They are a proud breed with tremendous brain power and a strong desire to please. Our pups are from registered parents and we strive to breed the best....Our puppies are beautiful, healthy, excellent family companions and are profoundly stimulated from day one. 1st Inoculations and Deworming will be done...... ready from the 25th of January 2014 to approved homes only US$250.00 each Please contact 0774 221 444 or 0714 311 040 +++++ Pet Hilton Kennels and Cattery for the best care of your pet while you are away. Bitches on heat catered for and supervised matings for purebred dogs can be arranged during their stay. Christopher available to beautify your dog (all breeds catered for) and domestic training undertaken for dogs over one year old. Contact Margie Bernard on 242979 for bookings or enquiries. ++++++++ 7) Bulawayo News Bulawayo Publicity Association Dear Member The major fun event this month is Valentine's Day with entertainment being laid on by various clubs. The National Railways of Zimbabwe will be running two steam train tours - one on the 16th February from Bulawayo to Figtree and the other from Bulawayo to Victoria Falls on the 13th February. Contact the Public Relations Officer offices on 363522 for more details. Jazz Invitation will celebrate St Valentine's Day with a Jazz evening at the Groove Club at the Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel Antelope Game Park is offering a Valentine's weekend with a special Valentine's dinner on the 14th February on the banks of the Vungu River and a bush finger lunch in the game park the following day. Call (054) 251913 or email: reservations@antelopepark.co.zw for bookings. The main business event is the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce Matabeleland Chapter's International Trade and Investment Conference to be held at Zimbabwe International Trade Fair on 12th and 13th February. Ambassadors from many African countries as well as representatives from international and regional financial institutions will be attending. Whatever you may think, nothing stands still in Bulawayo. The Ascot Shopping Complex is being repainted in bright colors and looks most attractive and clean. Amongst the shops there are a chemist, bookshop with good selection of children's educational books, an Italian restaurant, butcher shop, dress shop and a shop selling a range of nightwear and underwear, as well as TM Supermarket. Mary's Restaurant opposite the Medical Centre has been painted a happy sunshine yellow inside and outside. The Bulawayo Club is no longer a boutique Hotel run by the Amalinda Collection Group but has reverted to being a members club. It is being repainted and refurbished and should be open by April. The Youth Hostel opposite Old Miltonians Club has sadly had to close its doors due to financial constraints and is now being run as a pre-school. Solomon's Supermarket in Fife Street is just one of the supermarkets that has been taken over by the Choppies Group, which has also taken over various Spars owned by Mr R Modi. Main Street, as you probably all know by now, has been renamed JMN Nkomo Street where his statue proudly stands. Jeys Marabini Ndlovu, a leading guitarist in the Jazz African music world, will be giving a concert at the Indaba Book Cafe, Corner J Tongogara Street/9th Avenue on Saturday 8th February, starting at 6p.m. The evening will include a three course meal. Congratulations to Krishna Travel & Tours in 55 Robert Mugabe Way which, through its owner Dipti Mahdoo, has recently been awarded the Amadeus Legend Award. Amadeus is a technology company dedicated to the global travel industry. It provides the technology which keeps the travel sector moving. The award is given to travel agents who have been in many years in travel and have shown excellence in their field. The Bulawayo Motoring Club's season will start with a drag race on February 22nd at the motor racing circuit on the Falls Road. Non-members are free to take part in any event for a small charge and this should appeal to all those adventure lovers hooked on high adrenaline sports! The Bulawayo Publicity Association has been informed by the Public Relations Office department of the Bulawayo City Council that Councils Housing and Community Service department undertakes township tours. The Bulawayo Publicity Association wishes to thank all their members for the generous support they have given the Association over the years despite the difficulties they themselves have encountered. Their support is greatly valued. info@bulawayopublicity.com www.bulawayopublicity.com TEL: 00 263 9 60867/8/72969. ++++++++ STATEMENT FROM ZIMRA - please note Goods that are excluded from the Travellers' Rebate Following the announcement of the 2014 National Budget by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Economic Development, changes have been made to the rebate of duty on travellers' effects covered under Section 114 of the Customs and Excise (General) Regulations, published in Statutory Instrument 154 of 2001 through Statutory Instrument 169 of 2013. The duty free allowance of US$300 per person granted on goods imported by travellers for their personal use no longer includes cooking oil and laundry bar soap. The list of goods that are excluded is now as follows: goods which are incorrectly declared; goods which are imported for commercial purposes; alcoholic beverages in excess of five litres per traveller of which two litres may be spirits: goods which are imported by any member of the crew of an aircraft, ship or vehicle arriving from outside Zimbabwe; stoves; refrigerators; blankets; cooking oil; and Laundry bar soap. This implies that the importation of such goods will attract duty despite the fact that the value might be under the duty free allowance of US$300. Please take note of this latest development in order to avoid any inconveniences at ports of entry. +++++++ GARDEN PARK TRUST AGM The 44th AGM of Garden Park Trust will be held on Thursday 13 February 2014 at 14h30 in the Guest House Lounge. All interested parties are welcome to attend. Mbokodo Butchery has tons of manure to be given away free. Excellent feedlot manure - bring your lorries, bring your bakkies, bring your trailers. We can load it for you at no cost. The feedlot is opposite Mbokodo Abbatoir/Butchery on the Plumtree Road, quite close to Bulawayo. +++++ Shaun Sparrow Computers is moving. To all our valued customers please be advised that from the 27th of January 2014 our new address will be 25A Pauling Road, Suburbs, Bulawayo Our new landline number will be +263-9-234438 Cell +263-77-504-3550 Shaun Cell +263-77-343-3117 Tess Email addresses:- snsparrow@gmail.com or shaunsparrowcomputers@gmail.com Skype contact:- shaun.sparrow +++++ 8) Guardian Angels, Donations and Wish Lists GUARDIAN ANGELS OF EDITH DULY NURSING HOME THIS WEEK:- FOOD 4 HOMES GEES FRUIT & VEG KERSHELMAR LOBELS BREAD LOBELS BISCUITS MRS STEYNBURG ++++++ Friends of Bulawayo Island Hospice Week 1 February 2014:- Ames Engineering Colbro Transport DSTV Drillwell Fawcett security Femina Garments Genus Electronics Safeguard security Sedgemoor Dairies Mrs T Khumalo Our patients Statistics for January are as follows: Patients as at end of December 131 Admissions 19 Deaths 20 Discharges 2 Left Care 2 Total Number of patients 126 ++++++++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) WINING, DINING AND COFFEE HOUSES THE ARTGROVE COFFEE SHOP Situated in the National Art Gallery in Bulawayo New Year! New Menu! New look! Great Coffee! Come and see for yourselves - open Monday to Saturday 9am to 4 pm Meet Bulawayo's artists in their studios Outside catering - Cocktail, Buffet & Banqueting Individually prepared meals - suitable for freezing Office Lunches and Service Enquiries - 0776 791 818 or Byo 09 - 70126 ++++++++ 11) Catering and Food ESKIMO HUT /ESKIMO HUT/ESKIMO HUT Ice Cream cakes for all occasions: Birthdays, Special Birthdays, VALENTINES DAY, or for no reason at all. Cakes personalized to your requirements, whatever the theme. To discuss your options - contact Anne on Tel. 63874, 286112, or Cell 0772 397700 ++++ 12) Accommodation In South Africa ACCOMMODATION POLOKWANE We invite you to make yourself at home in 'Affordable Self Catering Overnight Accommodation', situated in a beautiful secure garden. Ideally located for visitors to Polokwane, due to the close proximity of a bypass to the new 'Mall of the North'. All units have full DSTV , are Air- Conditioned and have Mini Bars for your comfort. Undercover parking and swimming pool available. Flat 'Melody' sleeps 4. Queen bed in main bedroom, Shower and toilet en-suite and 2 single sleeper couches in lounge area. Fully equipped self catering kitchen. With oven+4 plate hob. Fridge-deepfreeze. Own courtyar/braao area. Very comfortable with upmarket decor. Flat 'Harmony' sleeps 4. Fully equipped self catering kitchen. Mini stove, fridge-deepfreeze. Bath/ shower. Own courtyard and braai area. Unit ' Sleep and Go' 1 room has a queen bed and the other 2 twins. Common shower/toilet. Fridge/Microwave/coffee facilities in both rooms . Patio doors open on pool and braai area. Where to find us: 13 Woodbush str. Ladanna Polokwane Close to Macro and Gateway International Airport, just off N1 - GPS Coordinates: S 23 52' 35.1" E 029 27' 22.2" website www.overnightpolokwane.co.za Your Host: Biddy Fourie - 015 287 9761 (B) 015 293 2836 (H) (a/h) 082 410 7325 (cell) email : biddyf@absa.co.za +++++++ Ruther's Place, 97 Jorissen Street, Polokwane Looking for affordable and safe self catering accommodation in Polokwane on your travels? Pat & Hylton would love to welcome you. Offering three self catering fully furnished, serviced flats. - TV in all flats. Secure parking with remote gate and electric fence. Centrally located in Polokwane, Electronic brochure available on request. Contact: Pat on 083 225 3818 Pat (W) 015-2914722 E-mail: patr@polka.co.za / patr@finlay.co.za ++++++ FOUR SEASONS SELF-CATERING COTTAGES, FOURWAYS, JOHANNESBURG Sleeping from 2 to 8 pax per unit on a large property with ample parking within a secure country estate. 5 chalets in total. Rates: Standard single: R 295, standard double R 450 Loerie Chalet:R 380 single, R 550 double R 150 per additional person, children under 12 pay half price. For bookings/enquiries please contact us at 27 11 460 1948, 27 84 469 4746 or 27 83 420 7779. E-mail: ebeck@absamail.co.za or info@fourseasonssa.co.zaPlease visit our website for further details, www.fourseasonssa.co.za ++++++ The Avoca Vale Country Hotel - former Inn on Louis Trichardt offers light, airy, clean accommodation to weary travellers. The Avoca Vale Country Hotel rates: Single Standard room - Accommodation only Rate - R300.00 Single Standard room- Bed & Breakfast Rate - R350.00 Double Standard room - Accommodation only Rate - R450.00avocav Double Standard room - Bed & Breakfast Rate - R550.00 Family Rooms with four family members Accommodation Rate - R650.00 Family Rooms with four family members Bed & Breakfast Rate - R800.00 Garden Units are also available - P.O.R. Please enquire about Pensioners rates Rae's Cafe and gift shop is now open to travellers wishing to have a bite to eat or a browse. For more information contact Rae on 087 820 2472 or 083 463 5450 Email: rae@avocavalehotel.com Website: www.avocavalehotel.com +++++++ 13) ACCOMMODATION AND TRAVEL IN ZIMBABWE ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE Full board and lodge available during school term in Famona, close to city centre, for female student(s) preferably with Christian background. Own room and easy access to public transport. Will consider young working person. Phone 09-882122 cell 0772344017 email bristle@yoafrica.com ++++++++ ACCOMMODATION IN HARARE - Casa Kadiki Guest House, Chisipite, Harare is offering all Bulawayo visiting school children and parents a SPECIAL REDUCED RATE.. Please contact us on:- bookings@casakadiki.co.zw or call +263 4 490352/+263 772301125/+263 733400400 Casa Kadiki Guest House offers luxury bed & breakfast or self catering accommodation. 11 charming en-suite rooms, free wireless internet, airport transfers, dinners on request, large landscaped tropical gardens. +++++++++++ BIG CAVE CAMP - Beckons you to have a romantic Valentine's Day set amongst our giant boulders with good vibes!!! Full Board Rates US $120.00 per person per day, or Dinner/Bed and Breakfast US $95.00. For Bookings Telephone 244990 - Karen or Christine. Only 46 kms. from the City on the Kezi Road, next to National Park, No Entry Fees required. ++++++ Have you ever been horse riding in the cool, lush, soft, green Chimanimani Mountains ? WELL FROG AND FERN is the place to be ! DEE AND JANE ARE BACK IN CHIMANIMANI SEE THEIR NEW WEBSITE Phone 0775920440 www.thefrogandfern.com frogandfern@gmail.com +++++++++ THE IDEAL PLACE FOR A WEDDING OR CONFERENCES FOR N.G.O.S IN THE BINGA AREA KULIZWE LODGE BINGA http://www.kulizwelodge.com/ Swimming pool, large outdoor conference facility ideal for NGO's. and weddings. A little paradise on the shores of Lake Kariba. Beautiful shady campsites virtually on the edge of the lake. Our camp sites have been re-vamped and have rolling green lawns, plenty of shady trees and water on tap. First class ablution and laundry facilities. We also have a very large lapa and a sparkling infinity pool. Also 6 very basic equipped fisherman's chalets, each sleeping 4 people. Phone +263 15 545 Phone +263 15 286 text message +263 773 666 243 There is now diesel and petrol available of the Kulizwe Forecourt! E-mail Kulizwe@iwayafrica.co.zw ++++++++ 14) PROPERTY FOR SALE, TO RENT OR TO BUY FOR RENT 2 bedroom house, both en suite, open plan kitchen dining room, separate lounge, Single servant's quarter. Lochview area. $600 including lights and water. Telephone 077512 4400 or 281539. ++++++++ FOR RENT 5 stables with paddocks (covered with river sand) and gymkhana area, one lock up store room and 1 groom's quarters. Telephone 077512 4400 or 281539. ++++++++ 10TH FEBRUARY 2014. RODOR PROPERETIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED. PROPERTIES FOR SALE RESIDENTIAL *FAMONA - US$150,000 Brick under tile, 3 bedrooms fitted with cupboards, master bedroom has a main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, dining room, lounge with fireplace, fitted kitchen, laundry, domestic quarters, store room, double carport, working borehole, working swimming pool, walled and electric gate. *BURNSIDE - $135,000 Brick under asbestos, 4 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom, lounge with fireplace, dining room, fitted kitchen, working swimming pool, storeroom, 2 air conditioners, fitted alarm, security lights, water tanks, walled with sliding gate. *HILLSIDE - $130,000 Brick under iron, 2 bedrooms, 2 built in cupboards, master bedroom has dressing room and main ensuite, family bathroom and toilet, separate toilet, dining room, lounge, TV lounge, partly fitted kitchen, pantry, laundry, double domestic quarters, storeroom, garage, swimming pool (empty), borehole (not pumping water), fenced and gated. *HILLSIDE - $110,000 Brick under tile, 3 bedrooms with built in cupboards, bathroom with toilet and shower, separate toilet and basin, dining room, lounge with fireplace, study, fitted kitchen with oven and hob, double domestic quarters, workshop, garage, swimming pool (empty), 2 sides fences, 2 sides walled and gated. *BURNSIDE - US$85,000 Brick under tile, 4 bedrooms, 3 built-in cupboards, main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, dining room, sunken lounge with fireplace, fitted kitchen, pantry, veranda, 3 domestic quarters, carport, swimming pool (empty), water tank, walled and gated. *KUMALO - $80,000 Brick under tile, 4 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, dining room, lounge. TV lounge, fitted kitchen, pantry, domestic quarters, carport, swimming pool (empty), fenced, walled and gated. *APARTMENTS CBD - $50,000 Neg, 2 bedrooms, bic's, bathroom, separate toilet, combined lounge and dining room, fitted kitchen, scullery, enclosed balcony, security grill on front door. CBD - $34,000, 1 bedroom, bic, bathroom, entrance lounge, kitchen (not fitted). CBD - $30,000, 1 bedroom, bic, bathroom, lounge, fitted kitchen, enclosed veranda. *COMMERCIAL CBD - $140,000. Brick under IBR on 1110m , 2 receptions, 6 offices, bic, storeroom, toilets and wash area, 3 staff toilets (outside), kitchen (not fitted), carport, well (no pump), walled and gated WE HAVE MANY MORE, PLEASE COME IN AND SEE US AT 5A, 9THAVENUE OR CALL: 74581-3 AND SPEAK TO SHAHID (e-Mail shahid@rodor.co.zw 0773-790194), TAKURA, AARON OR BRYAN. *LET US SELL YOUR PROPERTY. *WE ARE LOOKING FOR PROPERTIES TO SELL!! VALUATIONS WE OFFER A COMPLETE SERVICE IN ALL ASPECTS OF VALUATIONS:- *OPEN MARKET VALUATIONS *DECEASED ESTATE VALUATIONS *ANNUAL RENTAL VALUATIONS *STATUTORY VALUATIONS *OTHER VALUATIONS **BRYAN (0772 238 431) FOR MORE INFORMATION** PROPERTY MANAGEMENT WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING BUNINESS PREMISIS TO LET: CITY: OFFICES - RENTALS FROM $275 TO $2 800 PER MONTH BELMONT: BAKERY - RENTAL $3 300 PER MONTH CALL DAGMAR ON 74581 - 3 *LET US MANAGE YOUR PROPERTY WE HAVE TENANTS IN ALL PRICE RANGES FOR RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL +++++++ Cottage for rent. Area : Fortunes Gate 3 Bedrooms, semi furnished stone cottage. US$385.00 plus utilities. Contact : 0776 844 846 +++++++ MORNING MIRROR ADVERT Anita's Real Estate 802, 8th FLOOR FIDELITY LIFE BULAWAYO 10th February 2014 BURNSIDE Neat family home - 3 beds, en suite, lounge, fireplace, staff qtrs, walled, gated $98 000.00 FAMONA Solid home - 4 beds, guest wing en suite, pool, walled, gated $80 000.00 KUMALO B/T needing TLC - 3 beds, en suite, lounge, dining room, sun lounge, pine ceilings, self contained cottage $99 000.00 BELLEVUE 4 beds, lounge cum dining room, 2 bed cottage, walled, gated $60 000.00 SAUERSTOWN 3 beds, lounge, kitchen, garage, walled, electric fence, gated $48 000.00 QUEENSPARK WEST 3 beds, lounge, dining room, staff qtrs, carport, walled, gated $38 000.00 Contact: Anita - 0772 212 625 Daphne - 0772 307 176 09/64368 Email - are@mweb.co.zw +++++++ COTTAGE TO RENT Delight one bedroom self contained cottage with own Patio and with Air conditioners in Lounge and bedroom available from 21st March 2014. Bradfield. $375.00 per month plus deposit and share ZESA. Please email dexterjohanna@gmail.com ++++++ 3 BEDROOMED GARDEN FLAT TO LET Fully furnished 3 Bedroomed garden flat to rent in SUBURBS Own entrance Prepaid ZESA meter, power generator, washing machine,borehole ... Available From the 1st of March For viewing call : 0776 435 605 ; 0773 000 263 Email: bhebe@gmx.de PLEASE NOTE GARDEN FLAT IS FULLY FURNISHED +++++++ 3 Bed House for Sale - reduced to US$ 80,000 A single storey property on half an acre in Famona, in a very convenient location. The house consists of an enclosed front veranda, entrance hall, an open plan lounge and dining room, three double bedrooms (two with built in cupboards). There is a bathroom and separate toilet, hallway with linen cupboard and kitchen with pantry. There are lovely parquet floors throughout. The House is Brick under Asbestos and recently painted inside and out. The property consists of a gravel driveway with three single carports (one attached to back of house), lock up garage/workshop with inspection pit and a two room servants quarter. The Property is walled on all sides with razor wire and a steel sliding gate. There is a very prolific borehole and a mature garden, braai/entertainment area and patio. Price: US$80,000 reduced for quick sale Contact: Please email: Neil Munro on munrotradingco@gmail.com or call: 0774 909987 for further info and pictures. +++++++ I am urgently looking for a town house or a 3 bedroom house in and around town to use for a dental surgery preferably with 2 toilets (prepared to pay between $600-$700/month) Contact 0772434172 ++++ ACCOMMODATION Small house or cottage sought by single lady ASAP. Preferred areas - Bradfield, Famona, Morningside, Burnside or Hillside. Please contact: Cell: 0777 957 380 email: Annyphats@gmail.com +++++ Property and real estate Family looking for a full house to rent, Willing to start paying 3 months in advance. Bradfield, Hillcrest, Famona Morningside areas. Please call 0776 425 704 /0713 074 244 +++++ SORRENTO GARDENS TOWNHOUSE FOR SALE HILLSIDE BULAWAYO 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS. OPEN PLAN DINING, LOUNGE, LIVING. LAUNDRY/OFFICE AND DOUBLE CARPORT. CONTACT 0776592640 AND OR newdimensions@live.com.au ++++++ I am seeking a two roomed cottage in the Montrose, Morningside, Bellevue, Hillside and Hillcrest areas. This will be for two young female college going students. Place must be secure and comfortable. Freedom 0772 896 215 / 0712 727 729 ++++ 15) VEHICLES FOR SALE AND HIRE FOR SALE Mazda Premacy 2003 Good condition. One lady owner since imported. US$5,900 neg Call: 0772 451 060 or 68445 ++++++ VEHICLES FOR SALE. ISUSU KB 250 LE 2012 Model $25000.00. As New/Rubberised/Cover Telephone 0775900845/230632 ++++ CHRYSLER VOYAGER 7 SEATER JAZZ LEATHER INTERIOR FULL HOUSE MINT CONDITION $8000 CALL PASTOR GATSI ON 0772287109 or email patrickgowero@gmail.com for more details and pictures. ++++ Isuzu KB250 Fleetside single cab truck for sale - 2009 model, 110,000km. Single owner from brand new, full dealership service history. US$15,000.00. Contact Marc 0712643428 email: marcjones@imvelosafarilodges.com +++++ Cars For Sale: C240 Mercedes Benz 2000 model with sun roof, mint condition, owned by elderly couple $11500 neg. Mazda 3 Exela 2006 $8500 low mileage BT50 single cab 2005 $12000 Mitsubishi Animal twin cab 2002 $16000 Ford Ranger choice of two 2005 $15000 each Volvo S80 turbo 2000 model $6000 Toyota Gaia neat 1998 model one lady owner since imported $5500 Special edition classic Mercedes Benz S500 80's model bullet proof, stretch edition, a collectible, serious offers invited. Please call 0775317056 to arrange viewing. NB: Driver services also available for collection of cars in Namibia and Tanzania +++++ FOR SALE Honda CRV 1996, Good Condition. $ 6,500-00 o.n.c.o. Call Rob 0733421017 ++++ 16) Travel and Tours ++++ 17) COMPUTERS AND ELECTRONICS COMPUPRO - HEART OF TECHNOLOGY CLEARANCE STOCK SALE Parrot Projector 2600 Ansi $650.00 Parrot Projector 2700 Ansi $700.00 ASUS Tablet with keyboard $995.00 Calculators $15.00 All TV's we have in stock LG 32" TV $660.00 LG 42" TV $1,250 Samsung 43" TV $950.00 Sanyo 32" TV$500.00 Sharp 24" TV $430.00 Sharp 32" TV $580.00Sharp 39" TV $890.00 LAPTOPS HP Laptop (Demo-workshops)$250.00 ASUS X54C (Display sotock - unused - as new, no box) $450.00 ASUS Celeron PC $250.00 BAGS Leather carry-all bags $140.00 PRINTERS OKI Printers $120.00 OTHER 'Car' flash-sticks - ideal stocking fillers $22.00 'Car' mouse - ideal gimmicky stocking fillers $40.00 Price is valid whilst current stocks last. Offering Free Swift Delivery Throughout Zimbabwe (terms & conditions apply) Also Available: Laptops & Accessories Desktops Printers, Scanner & Projectors UPS & Inverters Sollatek Surge Protection Networking Accessories Phone: (09) 889643/45 E-mail: info@compupro.co.zw Skye: info.compupro Address: 130A S.parirenyatwa Street Between 13th & 14th Avenue Bulawayo OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.compupro.co.zw/CompuPro +++++++ FOR SALE: 1. Brand New Acer Laptop with Bag Specs: Core i5 Third Generation, 500gg HDD, 4GIG RAM, Webcam Price: $900.00 2. Brand New (Boxed) 60 inch Flat Screen TV Specs: LG Razor Frame, 600Hz max, USB2.0, Protective skin glass and Triple XD Engine Price: $3,200.00 CONTACT: Sharon (09) 73238/9 or Cell: 0774767802 Richard 0778120694 Agnes 0773720054 +++++++++ 18) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED ++++++ 19) SEEKING FRIENDS I wondered if you every knew Diana Platt, then Diana Matthews then Diana Cuttler? She used to work for Edgards. Would you know where she moved to? All good in Bambazonke with lots of rain and hopefully your side as well. Daph Ritson ritson@mobi.zimoco.co.zw +++++ 20) SITUATIONS WANTED AND VACANT We are looking for a property sales agent , if interested please email you CV to the email below and you will be advised on a date for interviews. tinashenkomazana@bardproperty.co.zw ++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper/general hand. She is able to work at home as well as in the office. Previous employers left the country. References available. Please contact 0776 172 719 ++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a housekeeper, childminder or care giver. Can do all household duties. Excellent with children, the elderly and pets. Can live on the property. Please contact 0775 370 029 +++++++ ADVERT SITUATIONS VACANT Company out of town seeking a creditors clerk, who will be responsible for reconciling all creditors invoices, and other schedules required, who can also do general office work and filing. Accommodation will be provided. Proof of employment required. No chancers. Interested persons please submit your CV to email address drogerszim@gmail.com or yjohnzim@gmail.com together with any references. +++++++ To SIPHIWE MOYO:- I have been given your mobile number as you are looking for a job. Would you like to telephone me? Tel (09) 241840 to make a time for interview? +++++++ Couple with 40 years experience in Cattle /Game Ranching - also Safaris Logistics Management, seeking employment . No dependants, and accustomed to living in remote areas. C.V. available on request. Cell: 0772 253 555 +++++++ Seeking Employment Mature gentleman ex Mining Production and Engineering Manager, looking for consulting/part-time employment. I have cattle ranching and butchery experience. Able to handle any type of handyman work. Kindly phone Kevin Wall on 0776 891 692 or 0712 871 213. +++++ I am seeking to recruit a Finance Manager for a long established textile manufacturing company based in Bulawayo. Ideal candidates should posses the following attributes: 1.A first degree in Accounting 2.Articles/ full CIS 3.At least 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment 4.Cost Accounting experience 5.Computer literacy 6.Procurement and Logistics 7.Impeccable organisational skills Interested candidates should call/whatsap on 0772 896 215 +++++ Aubrey Moyo is seeking a position in the refrigeration and air conditioning field. Aubrey was on attachment at City Refrigeration in Botswana for six months. Key Areas Repairs, maintenance and servicing of air conditioners, VRV's, hideaways, roof top units, high walls, cassettes and inverter systems and mobile conditioning. Repairs, maintenance and servicing of refrigeration - cold rooms, freezer rooms, ice machines and display fridges. Aubrey Moyo Cell 0774 087 948 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a child minder/house-keeper. She can do basic cooking but willing to learn, good with children and pets. Can do all the household duties. Willing to live in. Please contact; 0778 283 568 ++++ Advert please in next issue: Experienced maid wanted [50+]. Must have traceable references and speak good English. Tel: 241840 +++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Can do basic cooking, very good with infants, children and pets. Can do all the household duties. Can live on the property. Please contact; 0771 545 161 ++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a childminder. She can also do the general housekeeping, washing and ironing. Previous employers are leaving the country. Please contact: 0715 747 999 0779 239 383 ++++++ Accountant Mature lady with 15 years experience seeks interesting and challenging position. Able to work under pressure with minimum supervision. Contact 0773 251 112 +++++ I am a young 69 year old looking for a supervisors Job. I come from a backround of Engineering and Motor Industry, at present am a Heavy duty Motor mechanic. All cv's can be obtained on request. Please contact me on 078 303 3520, ++++ Mature bookkeeper with many years working experience available immediately. Accounts to trial balance, pastel, Belina payroll HR. Excellent references and excellent work ethic. Contact Vijay on 888848 or 0713163098. ++++++++ Young Asian Lady looking for a vacancy as a receptionist. Has experience with switchboard, booking appointments, computer literate, available immediately. Please contact S Daya cell 077 367 6707; land 09 60560 Email: sunitadaya7@gmail.com +++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady, people friendly, seeks interesting and challenging position. Well versed in Administration, Debtors, Creditors, Stock Control,Belina Payroll, Sales and Marketing. Tel:- 461593 or 0776196250 +++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT HOUSE KEEPERS 2 x ladies seek employment as a housekeepers, can do basic cooking, washing, ironing. Can look after infants and children. Willing to live on the property 3 x ladies seek employment as housekeepers, have no cooking skills but can do all the household duties. Good with children and pets. Willing to live on the property. Please contact 0772 114 764 or 0735 252 145 +++++ Maid/House Keeper available for full time work. Sibongile has worked for me for the past 5 years and is immaculate in all her duties. Cooking, cleaning, stock control, generally taking care of the home, and EXCELLENT at caring for animals. I give her the highest possible recommendation. Contact Sibongile on 0775302403. Or contact Mr Thomas for a reference on 0782984405. +++++ A middle aged lady with good secretarial skills, has worked as a PA, Secretary and receptionist. Holds a clean Class 4 drivers licence. Open to any other suitable positions. Tel: Denise Hamilton 0778 367 209 / 0773 672 239 +++++ Big Cave Camp in Matobo Hills is looking for a learner guide with a minimum of 2 -3 years , experience. Applicant must have learners license from National Parks Zimbabwe, contactable references, defensive driving, as well as PSV license. Competitive package offered, E mail ,,info@bigcave.co.za ++++++ EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a housekeeper, office cleaner or messenger. Worked for Old Mutual. Reference available Please contact 0774 775 373 +++++ EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a cashier, book keeper, floor manager or Girl Friday. Available please contact: 0775 765 671 +++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house keeper. Can do all household cleaning and child minding .Available immediately Please contact: 0778 819 021 +++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a home based care-giver with a Red Cross Certificate. Can do all household duties including cooking. Willing to live on the property. Available immediately Please contact: 0773 959 009 or 0736 003 711 +++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Young lady seeks employment as a buyer, sales person, Book Keeper, product agent, PA, Girl Friday. Also experienced in electrical motor rewinding. Please contact: 09 - 226828 0774 127 930 ++++++++ HOUSE MAID AND GARDENER WANTED Mature maid with traceable references needed, live in position and good with animals. Please contact 0774023411 Experienced mature gardener with traceable references, live in position and good with animals. Please contact 0776592650/ 0774023411 +++++ PROGRAMMER/FACILITATOR[lady]seeks position: Community mobilization and facilitation, Urban & rural work experience+Diploma in community development/M&E; Report writing+Pitman advanced typing; Counseling; Clean driver's licence, available for short term/long term contracts. Contact +263772718168 OR +263712736322 Email: usibongile@gmail.com ++++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT 50 YR OLD RELIABLE FEMALE SEEKING TEMPORARY/ MORNINGS ONLY WORK. EXPERIENCE IN ADMIN, SALES, BUYING, RECEPTION. AVAILABLE TO FILL IN WHILE STAFF ON LEAVE ETC. OWN TRANSPORT AND COMPUTER LITERATE. REFERENCES AVAILABLE. PLS PHONE 0772 241 599. +++++ 21) SERVICES PUMP MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATIONS Free quotation and advice All 230V and 380V Sterling submersible and booster pump sets are available at 18 Blackrock Road Westondale, Bulawayo at unbeatable prices 230V submersible motor, pump, lead out cable, joint kit, 40m drop cable and control box, 2000 litre per hour at 50 meter US$ 350.00 230V 0.75Kw submersible motor with lead out cable US$ 170.00 230V 0.75 Kw control box US$35.00 230V booster pump 1000 litre per hour at 30 meter US$ 65.00 380V 0.75Kw submersible motor with lead out cable US$160.00 Prices are V.A.T included Repairs and installations for all pumps, including Mono and Rod pumps. Borehole clean outs. 09 - 75712 or telefax 09 - 63901 Keith: 0772 479 001 Joe: 0772 254 137 Email: pumpmaintenance@gmail.com ++++++ SERVICES FENCE-AFRICA (PVT) LTD We manufacture, supply and install:- Alarmed electric fencing, Alarmed electric fencing/panel protection; mains/solar, diamond mesh; security fencing; internal partitioning; razor wire; palisade fencing; pool fencing; gates; barded wire; farm & game fencing; bonnox fencing. We also do repairs, maintenance, upgrades, breakdowns and after sales service. Tel/fax: 09 - 61476/60331/60331/60352/880217 Mobile: 0712 215 306 / 0712 366 197 23B Josiah Chinamano Road Belmont Bulawayo ++++++ CENTURION GATE PEOPLE T/A ELECTRICAL GATES SECURITY SYSTEMS Electrical gates, electric fencing, retract doors, garage doors, house alarms, remotes, intercoms. The strength, the quality, the service - that's the difference A wide range of quality manual / automated sliding gates. Your security is our priority P O Box 6151 Morning side Bulawayo Cell: 0712 566 160 FEATURES: Made to customer specification, back-up battery in event of power cut, remote control for opening and closing gate, easy release for manual operation. Anti-crush protection, automatic locking, built in or separate pedestrian gate, automatic gate light control We supply and install D5 Centurion gate motors, gate repairs, and spares available for all types of gate motors, remotes. We also repair electric fence and alarms - garage door automation and welding. For more information, pleas kindly contact Edward Piwa on: 0712 566 160 , 0712 346 140, 0774 788 330, 0772 857 047 Open everyday (including public holidays) and after hours ++++++ Amazing Consultancy Designs,Manufactures and Supplies DIY Kitchen,Bedroom,Bathroom Cabinetry. www.amazingconsultancy.com See Boardworx Bulawayo in-Store specials!!Contact your Design/Sales consultant to assist you with your DIY Kitchen project for 2014, Contact Numbers are : +263 772 908 276, +263 777 730 075, +263 771 504 501' +263 771 504 502, +263 86 4405 0763 142C Jason Moyo Street Between 14th and 15th Avenue , Bulawayo ++++++ CAPTAIN JACOB SHOES HEEL BAR While you wait shoe repair! Between 8th and 9th Avenue, Fife Street, inside Paint and Art, opposite Haddon and Sly Supermarket CELL : 077 2 340 123 WE DO :LADIES Tips Full soles and heels Half soles and heels GENTS Half soles and heels Heels WE ALSO SELL : Leather wallets, belts, satchels, bags, suede, sprays, leather sprays and polishes. As well as, nurses epaulettes, Zim birds, bars and name tags. ++++++ Brighten up your home for Valentines Day!!!! PAINT WORLD (PVT) LTD. leading specialists in all decorative and industrial paints. Colour matching and tinting on the Dulux Colour Meter System. Quick service, delivery in the City Centre. We are now celebrating 33 years in the paint business. Tel: 64104/5 - easy shady parking. We are situated in 14th Avenue, between G. Silundika and Fife Str. +++ RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL REPAIRS for 1 ELECTRIC GATE MOTORS 2 GATE INTERCOM's 3 BURGULAR ALARM PANELS AND SYSTEMS 4 ELECTRIC FENCE ENERGISERS 5 WATER BOOSTER PUMPS 6 BACK-UP BATTERIES, CHARGERS AND INVERTERS 7 BOREHOLE PUMP MOTORS AND CONTROLLERS 8 SWIMMING POOL PUMP MOTORS 9 ELECTRIC GEYSERS 10 GENERAL HOUSEHOLD ELECTRICAL REPAIRS Tony or Mike at KEEBROYD TRADING, 45 Cecil Ave, Malindela, Bulawayo Telephone 245 138 Mobile 0712 606 818 e-mail - keebroyd@netconnect.co.zw ++++++ Are you battling to meet important deadlines? Do you have a backing of work due to time-off, maternity leave etc? Book-keeper with 30 years plus experience willing to fill in the gap and bring you up to date. Fully computer literate able to work with very little supervision. user friendly people friendly Call or Wats App - 0778 731 181 Email: rockroad60@yahoo.com ++++++ BOREHOLE WATER 2500, 5000 liters good clean borehole water delivered throughout Bulawayo tel 60034 or 0772284663, 0772284665 +++++++ SHYLOKS Hairstylist, Fortuna a House, 1st floor, for all your gents and ladies haircuts and styling, call Wayne Shyloks or Avril 0712614598 ++++ COMPANY SERVICES CORREGIDOR ENTERPRISES (PVT) LTD MANUFACTURE 3 IN 1 PREMIXED TEA PRODUCTS, FOR THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR, SCHOOL GROUND STAFF, MISSIONARIES, MINES, HOSPITALS, LODGES ETC OUR PRODUCTS ARE MADE OF THE FINEST QUALITY INGREDIENTS . EASY TO PREPARE, EASY STOCK CONTROL, EASY TO STORE, COST EFFECTIVE, SIX MONTH SHELF LIFE, AND NO MORE PILFERAGE. (YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED) CORREGIDOR ENTERPRISES (PVT) LTD IMPORT BOTH GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED ADHESIVE TAPES AS PER ORDERS. WE ALSO HAVE THE FACILITY TO PRINT SECURITY BRANDED GUMMED TAPE TO YOUR COMPANY SPECIFICATIONS IN BOTH ONE AND TWO COLOUR PRINTS. (SO WHY NOT ENSURE YOUR PRODUCTS ARE SAFE GUARDED IN TRANSIT) THE QUALITY OF OUR TAPES ARE OF THE HIGHEST STANDARDS. OUR LEAD TIME ON BOTH IMPORTS AND PRINTING SERVICES IS +/- 14 DAYS FROM ORDER. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EITHER OUR 3 IN 1 PREMIXED TEA PRODUCTS OR OUR ADHESIVE TAPES, PLEASE CONTACT TERENCE CHARSLEY ON 465605 / 478271(BUS) OR 0772411623(CELL) ++++++ BEAVER TREE FELLER (insured) Do you need a tree cut or trimmed contact Beaver Tree Felling to do the job for you. No job is too big or small. Contact: Cell: 0733 896 375 Landline: 09 - 476569 ++++++++ TECHNICAL SERVICES AFRICA (TSA) Nematicides Fumigation Chemicals Fumigation Plastics & Equipment, Insecticides & Acaricides, Fungicides, Herbicides, Growth Regulants, Public Health Products. Contact Casper Masvikeni and his team for all Agricultural Chemicals ACOL HARARE, t/a TSA, 670 Leyland Road, New Ardbennie Technical Services Africa (TSA) contact numbers are 0712604643, 0712605651, 0772765967, 04-2925306/13, 0772233037/8, 0772232440/1 - You could also add internal sales numbers for our 4 sales guys upstairs viz 0733422346 (Mapfumo) 0733422347 (Washington), 0733422348 (Jonathan), and 0733422349 (Joseph) Email tsa@acolchem.co.zw ++++++ ACOL CHEMICAL BULAWAYO AND HARARE As bulk importers of chemicals, Acol Chemical is able to assure our customers of quality chemicals at the best possible prices. Acol has a vast range of Chemicals, which include: Hydrochloric Acid 30% (Pool Acid) 25kg Polycans HTH (Calcium Hypochlorite) 70% 50kg and 5kg Polycans Aluminium Sulphate 50kg Bags none Caustic Soda 25kg Bags 38.00 Hydrogen Peroxide 50% 30kg Polycans Coconut DEA 5kg Dodigen 5kg NP6 5kg sold out NP9 5kg Pine Oil 4kg Sulphonic Acid 5kg 21.oo no stock For these and any other of our vast range of chemicals please contact: ACOL BULAWAYO, 37 Plumtree Road, Belmont. Lionel Wolfenden Ray Chiridza Dave Meggitt Tiffany Roberts Noel Edington Tel 09 470 481 / 5, Fax 09 470 486, Email acolbyo@acolchem.co.zw ACOL HARARE, 670 Leyland Road, Ardbennie Land lines in Harare are 04 2925306/16. 292 5316 is the easiest to get through on. Switch board 0772 233 037/8 and 0772 232 440/1 Johnathan James 0733 422 348 Ben Ajidah 0712 200 875 Dean Griffin 0772 324 765 Lisa Rheeder 0772 247 861 Precious Bara 0712 601 675 Email acolhre@acolchem.co.zw ++++ GATEMAN Agent for Centurion. Gate and Garage Door installations, automation, repairs and upgrades. Supplier of roller, shutter and sectional garage doors and motors. Telephone Don Cremer 0773 284 909 +++ PERKINS SEALS For all your Oil Seals, Mechanical seals, "O" Rings & "O" Ring cord requirements. Perkins Bulawayo Sales :- 09 - 79415 E Mail :- perkseal@mweb.co.zw 29 14th Avenue Bulawayo Perkins Harare Sales :- 04 755440 / E Mail :- perkhre@mweb.co.zw Bay 1 32 Simon Mazorodze Rd. Harare For all your Oil Seals, Mechanical seals, "O" Rings & "O" Ring cord requirements. ++++++++ LEATHERSEALS 5212A WAKEFIELD STREET BELMONT. Telephone :- 09 - 880844 - 881074 Fax :- 09 - 78213 e mail address :- bancroft@mweb.co.zw We are able to manufacture the following seals for your requirements :- Borehole cups Booster Pump High Pressure -- Hydraulic Jacks / Pressure Rams Pneumatic Air Brake Boosters and Hat seals Perkins Seals Harare stock a good range of Leather cups for Leather seals. DETAILS are :- Perkins Seals Bay 1 Simon Mazorodze Road Harare. Telephone :- 04 755440 / 749023. They are also able to take bulk orders for manufacture by Leatherseals in Bulawayo. +++++++ STAG FLUID SEALING IN STOCK, GLAND PACKING, SHEET JOINTING, SEMI-METALLIC GASKETS, ASBESTORS ROPE &TAPE, CORK PRODUCTS, FLEXOID. 8 Wakefield Rd Belmont cell 0712616418. 885106\7 OR 0772 234539 BYO. HARARE,754662. +++++++ 22) HEALTH AND BEAUTY Desert Lilly Spa New special!!! Relax and unwind with a full body massage for only $20.00 (45 minutes) Lots of prettiness in the gift shop. call 231255 +++++ Valentine's Day a House of Perfumes (Perfume Gallery S.A.) For every perfume purchased on Valentine's Day you will receive the gift of a red rose and two heart chocolates from us. Mens and Ladies EDPS 10ml EDP - $10.00 30ml EDP - $25-$30 111 Josiah Tongogara between 11th and 12th Avenues. Hurry only while stocks last. +++++++++ Miracle Magnesium Oil and Miracle Magnesium Blue Spray from Bodydetox Magnesium is vital to every organ, Magnesium is involved in over 350 metabolic and enzymatic function in the body. Miracle Magnesium Blue spray may help with blood circulation, restless legs, lactic acid build-up as well as to prevent calcification of the arteries. Limited stock has arrived, Contact : Bev : 0772 309650. email : drifters@mweb.co.zw View all products on Miracle Magnesium on www.bodydetox.co.za ++++++++ 23) TUITION ART & DESIGN SMALL STUDIO OFFERING EXPERT TUITION IN DRAWING, PAINTING, GRAPHICS, ILLUSTRATION AND FASHION. PROFESSIONAL TUTORS ONLY - REASONABLE TARIFF, OWN EQUIPMENT NECESSARY. ENQUIRIES FROM INDIVIDUALS OR SMALL GROUPS WELCOME. CELL: 0779 547 640 TEL: 263-09-286144. ++++ INVESTMENT ARE YOU INTERGRATED INTO GLOBAL FINANCE OR DISAPPOINTED WITH YOUR RETURNS - THEN TURN TO EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR SOLUTION. CONTACT 263-09-286144 +++++++ Dear GRADE 6'S, 7'S and Form 1'S The Headmaster, Mr Craig Carolan would like to invite you to a Stanford Lake College presentation at: Deja Vu Restaurant, 62a Townsend Rd, Suburbs, Bulawayo on: 13th February 2014 at: 6 pm RSVP:Tracy Greeff orNicky Mohamed Tel No: 0772104009 0772214785 Email:ptkj@yoafrica.com bapmohamed@gatorzw.co.uk Visit our school website at www.slc.co.za ++++++ UCMAS Ilanda is a unique scientifically proven programme derived from an ancient Chinese technique of co-ordination of brain and body development using the Abacus. Perfect for children in the age group 4 - 12 years. Balancing right and left brain improving your child's concentration, memory, calculation skills, creativity and imagination, observation skills, speed and accuracy, fine motor skills and processing of information. Don't waste any more time. Enrol today! Call or Whatsapp 0772 589 606/ 0772 523 900/ 0775 105 032/ 0774 007 449. +++++++ MANDARIN CHINESE FOR BEGINNERS National University of Science and Technology (NUST) is offering a BEGINNERSi COURSE IN MANDARIN CHINESE. This course is designed as an interactive workshop to teach basic Mandarin listening, speaking, reading and writing skills tailored to the needs of professionals and future professionals. Its focus is on learning to communicate in a variety of everyday situations. The course will be taught by Sara Van Hoeymissen (PhD in Chinese Studies, University of Leuven, Belgium). Sara studied Chinese intensively for five years and has been using the language professionally for over ten years. She is an experienced language instructor who takes a learner-centred and results-oriented approach to teaching. Lessons will start on Saturday 1 March 2014. The course will run for 8 weeks from 9:00 to 12:00. The registration fee for this course is US$ 125. Fees include tuition, refreshments, teaching materials and participation in the final test. No prior knowledge of Chinese language or Chinese culture is required. A Certificate of Successful Completion will be issued to candidates who pass the final test. To book a place at this course, contact us by e-mail at study.chinese.at.nust@gmail.com , by phone at 09 282 842 (ext 2162, 2149 or 2626) or by fax at 09 281 244. You can also reach us by mail at Assistant Registrar, Faculty of Commerce, National University of Science and Technology (NUST), P.O. Box AC 939, Ascot, Bulawayo. +++++ Assessment and Extra Tuition English and Mathematics Grades 1 to 7. Bookings are now open for 2014. Also in stock Smile Education Toys and Games for early skill development in Gross and Fine Motor, Tactile Perception, Visual Perception, and Auditory Perception etc. vital for formal Education and Life. For a consultation please call Flora Eley on 09-234416 or Cell 0712 209 949 ++++ 24) MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE Ingersolrand mining compressors in very good condition available for hire for the month. Price is $1500 for the month and open to negotiation. Contact Kristal on 0773703020. ++++++ SO MUCH MORE THAN 'SECOND HAND'! FLORIMERS AND SECOND TIME AROUND (formerly Scotties) Entertaining logistics stopping you from holding that special function? Worry no more! We cater for all your needs - silk floral arrangements, tables, chairs, linen & cutlery, candle lures, mirrors, garden umbrellas - all available for hire Available for sale, is an exciting range of decor - T lights, candles, ribbons, serviettes, glass and ceramic vases, artificial plants and flowers - in fact everything you need to enhance your wedding and party planning A 750m 'A' frame tent, within an enclosed garden setting at the ZITF grounds is available for hire. Along with our renowned home and office furniture, we now stock a LARGE VARIETY OF NEW LAMPSHADES! Take the hassle out of hosting - come in and see us now! 127 J M N Nkomo Street (Main Street) between 13th and 14th Aves Bulawayo Tel: 09 - 63061/2 Cell: 0774 767 602 SO MUCH MORE THAN 'SECOND HAND'! ++++++ CAPTAIN JACOB SHOES HEEL BAR While you wait shoe repair! Between 8th and 9th Avenue, Fife Street, inside Paint and Art, opposite Haddon and Sly Supermarket CELL : 077 2 340 123 WE DO :LADIES Tips Full soles and heels Half soles and heels GENTS Half soles and heels Heels WE ALSO SELL : Leather wallets, belts, satchels, bags, suede, sprays, leather sprays and polishes. As well as, nurses epaulettes, Zim birds, bars and name tags. +++++ Good quality imported, manganese (18%) 1450 and 1250 shoes and dies. Contact numbers 0776 791989/90 or 0773 209998 or 0773 744229 ++++++++ Household Items for Sale Lounge Suite Salmon Pink Selection of Curaiins Capri Fridge/Freezer 4 Plate Defy Stove $500.00 5.5kva Generator $200.00 T.V. 42' Konka LED $600.00 T.V. 32' Hisense $300.00 Teak Side Tables each $20.00 2.500 ltr Water Tank/Motor/Pump $1500.00 Double Bed Unit $600.00 Telephone 072393500/0775900845/886729 ++++++ General Items For Sale Fishing equipment - many rods & reels & tackle (Daiwa, Shimano, Penn) - offers? Camping equipment (tent, chairs, table, gas cooker etc) - offers? Phone Neil 0777553321 ++++++++ Last one to go. Brand New & sealed Nokia Lumia 610 Price USD $280 negotiable Contact Nicky 0772 119 473 or 882474 (from 8 am to 5 pm) ++++++++ 25) Wanted to Buy, Beg or Borrow ++++++ 26) CLOTHING AND FASHION ++++ 27) BOATS AND FISHING Boat For Sale Falcon Boat with 150hp Mariner motor $11 000 onco - Urgent sale Phone Neil 0777553321 ++++++ PONTY HOUSEBOAT SPECIAL 2014 Binga The Ponty Houseboat in Binga is having a 2014 Special at $450 per night from $600 per night. Why not spoil yourselves on our beautiful Zambezi and come and have an unforgettable break on the Ponty Houseboat. This price is self catering but if you would like us to cater we can do this at $40 per head a night which will include 3 meals and evening snacks. We can also organise all your drinks. We are holding this special until the end of March 2014. This price includes all your fuel for the Ponty and a tender boat for fishing and site seeing, Ice and a crew of 3, including a chef, deck hand and captain. Just sit back and relax we do it all. The Ponty sleeps 11 people very comfortably in cabins. 3 double beds, 2 twins and a 3 bed cabin. The double beds are all ensuite. The Ponty is a very comfortable family orientated boat. We have just installed a small splash pool on the top deck. A dining area and bar upstairs with the sleeping quarters and a second dining area and kitchen downstairs. Wayne and Cheryl Coombes are the owners of the Ponty and will meet and greet you as they live in Binga on the Zambezi and have the Ponty moored infront of their house. We provide safe parking right at the house for peace of mind. You just arrive, park and embark on the Ponty. Our motto is 'Living the dream'. Why not live it for a moment. Contact Details: Wayne Coombes 0772 316602 or Cheryl Coombes 0773 281029 coombes@iwayafrica.co.zw Karen Learmonth at Africa Spectacular - Pembroke Place 0772 231819. Landline 09 244990 afspec@yoafrica.com Stephanie Coombes 0773 281030 +++++ 28) Garden, Decor And Home HARDSCAPE LANDSCAPING No borehole/water? Love gardening and desperate for ideas? Hardscaping involves landscaping using non living materials such as pebbles, gravel, wood bark, stepping stones, statues and trellises to enhance the look of your garden. Contact Angie Meadows on 09-241417 or 0774509705 for planning a garden design for a water-wise garden. +++++ JILL'S SUPER ORGANIC COMPOST BLACK GOLD PERFECT FOR POTS, TOPDRESSING LAWNS, VEGETABLES, BEDS AND SEEDLINGS WILL DELIVER 100ks OR MORE LOCALLY, MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS PHONE 246688 CELL 0778495599 ++++++ BIG-G's 1. PURE ORGANIC COMPOST 2. POTTING SOIL Available from 1. River Farm Nursery, Suburbs 2. Hillside Hardware, Hillcrest Shopping Centre 3. Plantland Nursery, Suburbs 4. Green Fingers Nursery, Suburbs 5. Other selected horticultural nurseries and retail outlets. Also available from 45 Cecil Avenue, Malindela, Bulawayo. Telephone 245 138 Mobile 0712 606 818 e-mail - keebroyd@netconnect.co.zw BULK Orders welcome - prices negotiable +++++++++ LANDSCAPERS/GARDENERS MINIMUM PURCHASE 10 EACH AGAPANTHAS $4 GAZANIAS $2.50 PURPLE VYGIE GROUND COVER PHONE 0772 241 599 +++++ 29) TIDBITS Who will tell whether one happy moment of love or the joy of breathing or walking on a bright morning and smelling the fresh air, is not worth all the suffering and effort which life implies. - Erich Fromm - +++ 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. ++++