Morning Mirror Edition 836 - 18/06/2019 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. Morning Mirror is a publication run for the benefit of Bulawayo's only geriatric and frail care home. EDITORIAL A Love Letter to My Country I cried for you today - and as the tears spilled down my cheeks, I thought of your warm smiles and open hearts and how your mothers nurtured me. And the countless children they carried on their backs And the sunshine waking us up every morning And how we thought we'd be in our home forever Never imagining for one moment that we would leave of our own free will Thinking we would be fine elsewhere And that Africa and its politics could go and hang for all we cared And we moved away and boarded planes And we set up camp In the far flung corners of the planet And we barbecued our boerewors on Australian beaches And celebrated American independence And wrapped ourselves in blankets against the UK winters And learnt new languages and borrowed other people's cultures But one African will soon seek out another No matter whether they be in the Netherlands or Ireland And we soon flocked together Made batches of sticky koek susters And were frowned upon with our raw meat eating habits by our pasty faced neighbours And we too lost our colour. As our vibrancy slipped from us And we danced to our Johnny Clegg and Mango Groove to remember our happiness and called each other Shamwari And slipped into Sindebele and Shona greetings and "Yebo Gogos" and "tatendas" whenever we met And we remembered we were not English, Australian or American No, we are Africans and we are too far away from home Far from the lazy Limpopo And the mozies in our ears at night And the black jacks in our socks And the goaway birds And the Fish Eagles And a Kariba Sunset And we're miles away from the mists of Nyanga And the roar of the mighty Falls and the Zambezi that runs through us as blue as our veins as surely as we ran through the rain forest as children While our parents sipped G&Ts on the vast veranda of the Vic Falls Hotel And our hearts wept and broke when we realised that our childhood was a lifetime away And we are not okay after all We were lost and we had left our souls in the land of our birth How I wish we had something to celebrate as we turn another corner on the 18th day of April every year But our visionaries are all gone And our expectations have vanished in the dust of 37 years. Now all we can do is pray for deliverance And hope our memories last long enough for us to share them with our children Who will never know the inheritance we wanted to pass on to them. This will only live on in our stories and faded photographs And as we wipe away those tears And wonderful years We give thanks for those golden savannah summers in the burnt bushveld For the love of a million mothers and for fathers who threw us up on their shoulders and pushed us in wheel barrows And our childhood companions, brothers and sisters from different mothers who we knew before we knew what different colours we were. Ngiyabonga, Tatenda from all your children We are who we are because of you gave us a happy and loved childhood And in our dreams we return Every night and walk where our foot prints have blown away Although we are no longer there You reside in our hearts, in our minds In our identity For how can a child forget their parent I pray for the starving children And the mothers with AIDS And the fathers who cannot save their babies dying in their arms I will never stop longing for peace in Zimbabwe And hoping for better days to come. I cannot forget I curse my inability to change things And despise myself for running away But I had my own selfish reasons And futures other than my own to consider I haven't lost my way I've just mislaid the map Perhaps some day too I will return For nothing else other than to walk the streets of my hometown But this is one of the greatest burdens the human heart carries As every exile knows. Cyndi Barker ++++ Watchdog !! EVENTS 'Together in Victoria Falls event' Why not treat yourself to a week end at Victoria Falls It is not as costly as you may think! Shoestrings Backpackers Lodge, 12, West Drive, Victoria falls is hosting a live musical event with two stages on the 29th of June 20.00hrs 'till late. Featuring ' DJ Francis,' DJ 'DSL SJ Static' and DJ ' Sly Dog.' Entry is USD $3 unless you stay at the lodge in which case it will be free. Accommodation at the lodge: USD $8 camping, Dorms USD 15, doubles and twins USD $ 55. (Rate of the day in Bond or RTGS) (Book by email at:- shoestrings@backpackers.co.zw or by 'phone on 082 2844978, or 082 2840167.) Travel (Bulawayo Victoria Falls return): Road: fairly good, few potholes ,largely unfenced, few polite police road blocks. (Advice is to avoid night travel) Rail: USD $8 first class return, (overnight train) Bus: Extra City Bus USD $26 return. ++++ WINTER MARKET Art Crafts Curios Jewellery Handbags Support local manufacturers and home industries. Come browse and shop at our Factory Market Venue: IVORY KRAAL corner Fife street extension, Doncaster Road opposite Spinweave Date; SATURDAY 6 JULY 2019 Time: 9 am to 5 pm Contact: Rea 0292 884806 / 0772 420 846 ++++ 2) Notices and Events THE ACADEMY AND PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO ALL EVENTS IN THE ROBERT SIBSON HALL THURSDAY 20 JUNE AT 7.00 P.M. ROBIN AND MARIAN After twenty years abroad, Robin Hood returns to England and attempts to renew ties with his beloved Maid Marian in this elegiac take on the Robin Hood legend. Their short-lived reunion is interrupted by a newly reignited conflict with the villainous Sheriff of Nottingham, leading to a final life-or-death battle. 'A Richard Lester film starring Sean Connery and Audrey Hepburn has got to be worth two hours of anybody's cinema-going time.' [Film4] 'Connery and Hepburn seem to have arrived at a tacit understanding between themselves about their characters. They glow. They really do seem in love. And they project as marvellously complex, fond, tender people.' [Chicago Sun-Times] 'A gorgeous, masterly elegy for a vanished age.' [Radio Times] Admission: $5.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 21 JUNE: ACADEMY CLOSED - EXEAT WEEKEND THURSDAY 27 JUNE AT 7.00 P.M. CHRISTOPHER ROBIN In Disney s Christopher Robin the young boy who loved embarking on adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood with a band of spirited and loveable stuffed animals, has grown up and lost his way. Now it is up to his childhood friends to venture into our world and help Christopher Robin remember the loving and playful boy who is still inside. I d been missing the 100 Acre Wood. What a pleasure it was to visit it again, Christopher Robin is a gentle delight - for children, and for former children. [Seattle Times] The word "charm" doesn t apply to very many movies these days, but it s precisely that quality - and an avoidance of treacly sentiment - that makes the new Disney feature :Christopher Robin so enjoyable. [Leonard Maltin] Christopher Robin is one fun escapist movie that will tug on your nostalgia heartstrings. [Independent Online] Admission: $5.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 28 JUNE AT 7.00 P.M. MAHLER: AUTOPSY OF A GENIUS / MAHLER: SYMPHONY NO.4 Andy Sommer s film goes beyond the legends and cliches and draws on the latest research to create a portrait that brings us as close as possible to the man Mahler really was, at once composer, conductor and opera house director. The film includes the participation of prominent Mahlerian personalities paired with a visually spectacular, accessible dramatisation directly related to what inspired Mahler s music, especially Vienna c.1900 and Nature, which always played a special role in his inspiration. After the interval there will be a performance of Mahler s Symphony No.4, perhaps the most loveable of the ten, with the Vienna Philharmonic conducted by Leonard Bernstein. Despite the title, a straightforward account of Mahler s life and works with high-class performance clips, landscape shots, and expert comments. [BBC Music Magazine] This is probably the best Fourth of Mahler I have ever heard. Lenny beats a unique and, according to me, perfect tempo for this work, the like of which I have yet to hear. [Amazon] Admission: $5.00 [free to Red Carpet members] ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds ++++ 5) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES ++++ 6) Pets Pet Hilton Kennels and Cattery for the best care of your pet when going away, or when your bitch is in season. Nick available to do parlour work on all breeds; and to train dogs for domestic use (when over 1 year old). Tel Margaret Bernard on 2242979 or 0775 043983 for enquiries or bookings....... ++++ 8) Bulawayo News SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS APPEAL FOR HELP Our shop shelves are bare, our kennels are struggling, Pease help! We need to restock our shop shelves and would appreciate any unwanted saleable household goods, books, magazines, jam jars, clothing, ornaments, glassware, crockery etc. Absolutely anything we can sell to make money to help our kennels. We have Ecocash for your convenience. Donations for our kennels can be dropped off at our shop. The kennels are always in need of old newspapers. SHOP HOURS Monday 2pm - 3.45pm Tuesday 9am - 12 pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm Wednesday 9am - 12pm 2pm - 3.45pm Thursday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15 pm Friday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm First Saturday of each month 9am -10.45am ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) PROPERTY FOR SALE OR TO RENT R.E.D Property We specialise in VALUATIONS contact us today to find out your Property Value! Fortunesgate - US$350 00.00 This property is set on one acre in a secure , quiet area in Fortunesgate. The home is nestled on-top of a kopje and there are some beautiful rock features throughout the garden. The house has been completely remodelled and is grand with a vast front entrance , atrium , gym , study, five bedrooms and four bathrooms , splendid kitchen , dining room and second lounge. The formal lounge has a fireplace with second seating area and bar. The bar looks onto a swimming pool and veranda area with firepit and the most beautiful views of Bulawayo. The property is completed with a cottage , water tanks , generator , triple staff quarters and more.... Suburbs - US$240 000.00 A well maintained family home that has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three toilets, fitted kitchen, bar area, entertainment area too with a open verandah over looking a well maintained swimming pool and a well maintained garden. there is a cottage, store room, staff quarters and a car port. Owners have recently painted inside and are still making improvements.!! Kumalo - US$150 000.00 This Property is walled and gated with a swimming pool that is currently empty, large garden space with a double staff quarters,car port, cottage and borehole. On this property there is a lovely spacious house which has an enclosed verandah and consists of two lounges which one has a fire place, large dinning room, study, fitted kitchen, four bedrooms with MES and a family bathroom. Kensington - US$100 000.00 This is an opportunity for those farm lovers to invest in. This Property has plenty land with irrigation facilities and is already in use and has pig sties can be used as storage facilities. On the property there is a house with three bedrooms down stairs with main en suite, family bathroom, lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, scullery and bar area. Upstairs there is a family room with a extra room. Donnington - US$400 000.00 This property is walled and has a sliding gate with garden space with a borehole. There is a administration section approximately 250 square meters with offices, reception, kitchen and toilets. On the property is a warehouse approximately 2000 square meters currently split up into three sections with front office space for each one. There is two more warehouses at the back and side of the property and carports at the front and side of the property as well. Call us today on 2250133/4 for viewing. Negotiators: Trindie Lombard : 0772 153 519 Martha Mandishona: 0772 347 240 Mark Ndoro: 0775 119 184 Geraldine Chibonda: 0713 765 166 Lesley Chitrin: 0782 444 007 TO VIEW OUR PROPERTIES FOR SALE PLEASE BROWSE THROUGH OUR WEBSITES AND ADVISE WHICH PROPERTIES ARE OF INTEREST:- www.redproperty.co.zw AND www.bulawayoproperty.com ++++ BURNSIDE COTTAGE TO LET - FULLY FURNISHED CONSISTING OF ONE LARGE BEDROOM WITH B.I.C AND BATHROOM ON SUITE WITH LINEN CUPBOARD, SEPARATE LOUNGE AND OPEN PLAN KITCHEN WITH FRIDGE AND GAS HOB, DSTV AND FANS AND AIRCON. SET IN NICE GARDEN WITH CARPORT. RENT US$300 INCLUDES LIGHTS & WATER. CONTACT NO. 0774777769 OR 2241753. ++++ Office accommodation available Offices available in quaint house with wrap around veranda, fully furnished with office desks and chairs. Set in secure fully walled gardens. Automatic gate. A short distance out of town. Suitable for professional business. Please contact 0774023411 ++++ COTTAGE WANTED Fully furnished Cottage required urgently for single lady Please phone 077 556 9291 ++++ SUBURBS Fully Furnished Cottage to rent A lovely private 2 bedroomed, 2 bathroomed cottage redesigned with tasteful eco-friendly finishes.This accommodation is fully furnished and fully equipped with ,own entrance, car port , high-speed wifi access ,new fully stocked Kitchen with Laundry, borehole, power generator, energy efficient appliances, separate Zesa meter. A MUST SEE.. For viewing call , whatsapp or sms: 0776 435 605 ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa Polokwane Affordable Overnight Accommodation Biddy and Gerhard invite you to make yourself at home at their Affordable Self-catering Overnight Accommodation, which is situated in a beautiful garden and ideally based for visitors passing through Polokwane or shopping here. If you are here for work or pleasure, and you are looking for a comfortable and relaxing stay, book your accommodation with us. Facilities Laundry Facilities*Swimming Pool/Secure undercover Parking on Premises All Rooms has Flat screen TV with DSTV (Extra Package) Air-conditioning in each unit/ Hairdryer Camping Cot available / Wi- fi available - once off fee R100 unlimited use. Check-in: 02:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM Rates: R600.00 for first 2 people in Rest and Ride and R 50pp there after All other units: R550 for the first 2 people per unit & R50pp thereafter. I only 1 person per unit R 450 pn In case of cancellation within 1 week of arrival or an early departure, you will be held liable for full payment as per original booking. Overnight Accommodation Rooms Melody - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit: Main bedroom: Queen bed. Ensuite: shower and toilet. 2 single sleeper couches in lounge area. The unit has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen with a 4 plate hob stove & oven; fridge-deepfreeze. The unit has a private braai area. Harmony - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit: The main room has a queen bed and the adjoining room has bunk beds. The unit has one bathroom with a bath, shower, basin and toilet. Flat screen TV & Air-con in Main Room. The unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a 2 plate stove-oven. The Unit has a private braai area. Rest & Ride - Sleeps 4 - Semi Self-catering Unit: Largest Unit: Room 1: 2 single beds (that can be used as a queen). Room 2: 2 twin beds. There is one bathroom with shower and basin and a separate toilet in the unit. Each room has a microwave; coffee making facilities; bar fridge & Flat screen TV. Access to cutlery, crockery, fridge-deepfreeze & braai under the Lapa Area - Patio set that comfortably seats eight persons. Swimming pool views. Cozy corner: Sleeps 2 (singles) - Semi Self-catering Unit: One room unit: has 2 single beds against each other or apart. There is a shower and toilet on suite. Unit has a microwave; coffee making facilities; fridge/deep freeze; Flat screen TV. Access to cutlery, Patio set that comfortably seats you. Weber available for braaiing. Location: 13 Woodbush Street, Polokwane, 0699 Close to Makro & Gateway International Airport - just off of the N1. GPS: S 23 52. 35.1' E 029 27 22.2' Hostess: Biddy Fourie +27 82 410 7325 biddy@overnightpolokwane.co.za ++++ 12b) Accommodation and Travel In Botswana ++++ 13) Accommodation and Travel In Zimbabwe ++++ 14) Catering and Food ++++ 15) VEHICLES FOR SALE OR HIRE ++++ 16) Travel and Tours ++++ 17) Computers And Electronics ++++ 18) Lifts Wanted And Offered ++++ 19) Seeking Friends ++++ 20 ) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature, hard working lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. She is good with children and pets. No cooking. Able to live on the property. Please contact 0775 451 883 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Hard working mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has a lot of experience around the house. Has worked at a lodge. Friendly and very good with children. Please contact 0778 283 568 ++++ Private Secretary Job Wanted I am a middle-aged woman who has 22 years experience in office work with knowledge of Company Secretarial documents, stocktaking, basic bookkeeping and is computer literate. I have also had experience in overseeing the office in the absence of the manager. I am hard working, willing to learn and loyal. If you are interested, please call GAYNOR PRICE on 0772953564 or Whatsapp a message on 0778828573 to set up an interview. Available to start immediately.' ++++ SLAND HOSPICE & HEALTHCARE - BULAWAYO BRANCH. VACANCY We are looking for a registered nurse. Must have a drivers license. Please contact us on 029 77972 to make an appointment for an interview. ++++ WANTED - HOUSE KEEPER Live - out female housekeeper wanted. Should be mature, and should be staying within walking distance to Ascot. Please contact 0772 256 935 ++++ I will work for food and accommodation! I am a 22 year old man with 5 'O' Levels (Shona, geography, integrated science, biology and mathematics) and 3 'A' Levels (biology, geography and crop science). Certificates are available. I am seeking a job - even general cleaning and will work for food and accommodation. Please contact Givemore on Bulawayo 0715 529946 ++++ A Bulawayo company seeks:- A lady accountant/bookkeeper with experience in handling all accounting issues including journal and ledger entries, bank reconciliations, all tax transactions and tax returns, cash flow statements and basic financials (income statement/balance sheets). If you are interested in the position, please send your CV to jobadac123@gmail.com. ++++ Our temporary gardener Never, who has worked for us about 10 years now is urgently looking for a few more days for temp employment . WE presently employ him twice a week on a Monday and Thursday and for this we pay him 35 bond each week plus a food parcel on Thursday and lunch each day. He has a bicycle but lives in the townships and is presently paying rent of $80. He has a family in the rural areas which he has to send funds to from time to time as well as a school going daughter to pay fees for. WE are happy to recommend him as he has always been very pleasant and honest, He is 30 years old and of sober habits. He would prefer something in the Hillside or burnside area or at least not too far out of town. Please phone him direct on 0775 121212 or 0719673642 for any information you may require ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Basic cooking, hard working and well spoken. Has experience working at a lodge/farm-house. Holding a valid passport. Please contact 0783 348 861 ++++ We're growing! Almond Pest Control is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill openings within our company as a Pest Control Technician. Minimum requirements: Clean Class 4 Driver's Licence Minimum of a 'B' grade in O' Level English Language Minimum of a 'B' grade in O' Level Mathematics Candidates will be required to produce a valid Food Handlers Medical Examination Certificate, from a Licensed Medical Practitioner, upon selection. Interested applicants to send their comprehensive CV, reference letters and qualifications to blessing@almondafrica.com ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT I am looking for employment for my trusted house-keeper / care-giver. She is a mature, hard working and friendly person. She has 14 years experience working. She can cook, clean and do all the laundry. She is very good with the elderly and is able to look after the sick.We are now moving to an old age home and will not be able to take her. Live in preferred. References available. Please contact 0773 634 595 or 0717 203 180 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Hard working mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has a lot of experience around the house. Has worked at a lodge. Friendly and very good with children. Please contact 0778 283 568 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks position. Many years in Administration, Accounts, Bookkeeping. Reliable and hardworking. Also worked in a Hotel, Lodge and worked as a school matron / school superintendent. Available immediately Please contact 0774 796 592 or 0774 319 869 ++++ VACANCY FOR TRAINING IN THE OPTICAL LENS MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY A vacancy exists for training as an Optical Technician in the lens manufacturing industry. Pre-qualifications are good skills in Mathematics and Physics. Computer skills would be an advantage. Send CV to email: tboc@zol.co.zw ++++ Vacancy Trainee Estimator Our company is looking for a Trainee Estimator with good passes in English, Science and Maths, preferably with A and B symbols. The vacancy entails the use of spread sheets, e mails and Microsoft Word so the trainee needs to have a good working knowledge of these applications. A good pass in Technical Drawing will be an added advantage. The vacancy is in a projects office and will involve costing and quotes. The trainee will liaise with clients by e mail and by phone and needs to be able to communicate clearly and effectively . Applications with copy of CV's should be e mailed to:- Dennis Carlsson traineeestimator2@gmail.com by 11 June 2019. Applications received after this date will not be considered and no correspondence will be entered into. Please note corrected e mail address. ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature, friendly lady seeks employment as a nurse-aide. She has worked at the Mater Dei Hospital and has also looked after patients in the comfort of their homes. Please contact 0712 250 695 or 0772 122 243 ++++ 21) SERVICES CODE ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING Supply and fit centurion gate motors, genuine parts, remotes, batteries, anti theft brackets. New electric fences, fitted at competitive prices, energizers, Wizords, JVAs, Stingrays. Same day repairs and sales, fencing materials, wires, tensioners, warning signs. Solar deep cycle battery sales, inventors etc. Garage door, automation and repairs. get a free quote call/app 0772 870 201 Email; richardbingura@gmal.com ++++ BEAUTY TREATMENTS Tired, stressed and Tense Enjoy a relaxing massage and muscle toner which will leave you feeling energized and renewed, Please contact: 09 - 60498 ++++ SERVICES PRIVATE CATERING Contact IAN JOHNSTON if you would like to have beef, lamb, pig or whatever meat you want, on a spit, whether it be for your wedding, birthday party, etc. Book early to avoid disappointment. Contact Ian on 0712 215 373 or 0783 698 573 (w/app) or email ianbjohnston51@gmail.com ++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES, BABY VACCINATIONS and BIRTH ATTENDANT/ DOULA I teach a set of 5 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 can be with you at the hospital when you're in LABOUR to help you to cope! I also work part time at a BABY CLINIC :-) For any further information contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (09) 466741/2 from 8 am til 12 pm Mon to Fri or (09) 2237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com ++++ Rob Sinclair is an expert plumber. He has had many years of experience. Anything to do with loos, bathrooms, geysers, plumbing. Rob Sinclair is your man. Phone Rob on 0772230551 ++++ 22) Health And Beauty ++++ 23) Tuition ++++ 24) Miscellaneous For Sale Justine Clothing Winter Specials It's never too late to get yourself prepared for the winter season. We have on special the following winter wear: Nike Lyrca stretch melange sleeveless fleece hoodies for 65bond,Pull over hoodies for 75bond Basic fleece jackets 55 bond, ladies polo neck top long sleeve for 50 bond and many more winter stocks available at guaranteed quality. Spend 100 bond or more and get an instant 10% discount on your purchase. Visit our factory shop at Justine Clothing ,11 Grantham road, B elmont ,Bulawayo or email us on justclo@mweb.co.zw or call us on 292 72408. Hurry while stocks lasts!! ++++ 25) WANTED TO BUY OR HIRE Regrettably our gardener Never had his bicycle pinched last night and he is totally devastated as it was a Christmas present from our son and was brand new, 10 speed the works. Probably just like a Mercedes to us. We are now looking for a good second hand bike to purchase for him as he lives in the western townships and only works 2 days a week for us and a further one day for someone else. With the transport costs amounting to 8 bond a day he needs a bike to come to work Any help you can give will be much appreciated Please contact us on 0719673642 on whattsap or otherwise ( we are pensioners) ++++ 26) Clothing And Fashion ++++ 27) Boats and Fishing ++++ 28) Garden, Decor And Home Kraal manure $2.00 a 50 KG bag. Free delivery over ten bags. Phone Ollie on 0771289677 ++++ JILL'S SUPER ORGANIC COMPOST BLACK GOLD 99% WEED FREE EXCELLENT FOR POTS, VEGETABLES, FLOWER BEDS, SEEDLINGS AND LAWNS. WILL DELIVER 2 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY - MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS. PHONE 246688 or 0778495599 ++++ 29) TIDBITS The content that is published in Morning Mirror does not necessarily reflect the editor's opinion. Morning Mirror reserves the right to refuse any advertising or content. ++++