Morning Mirror Edition 888 - 22/072020 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 MIRROR THANK YOUS TO SPECIAL PEOPLE On this auspicious Edition 888, I feel I must publicly say thank you to the people who have been so instrumental in keeping Morning Mirror going for the past almost 20 years !! Week after week so many people have been so patient and long suffering in their efforts to get the Mirror to your screens. Stephen and Mandy from Netconnect have been wonderful. Nothing has ever been too much trouble for them for as long as the Mirror has been running. and we have had some trying times believe me as there seem to be many aliens wandering around in the Zimbabwe intergalactic cyberspace !! Gary from Gator, has had a trying year, thanks I am sure to many hassles brought about by the Mirror, but they have been wonderfully supportive and generous with their time. Mlungisi from 'iway africa' found out to his dismay that some women are not really all that computer literate, but he triumphed eventually and the mirror goes out to all his clients in spite of the author !! Gavin, my brother, who designed, created and spent patient hours running the website each week for the first two years. Colin, on whose computers we keep the Morning Mirror website up and running 24hours a day. But the unsung hero of the Mirror is undoubtedly Hylton. Hylton lives in London of all places from whence he guides the Mirror through many many hysterical moments. Quite the most amazing person I have ever met ! Hylton manages the morning mirror web-site, despatches to thousands of subscribers, deals with a multitude of queries, sorts out all of my messes and quietly and calmly keeps the whole newsletter running in the most incredibly orderly, amazing and cheery manner. I am sure it must cost him a fortune, not only in his own valuable time but in all sorts of computer related areas like internet cafe costs and all the peripheral jazz associated with the worldwide web. From all of us in Zimbabwe Hylton, who is an ex Zimbabwean, thank you so much for all that you do for us back home. The Mirror advertising is run purely on trust and most advertisers have been really good about paying for their adverts, thank you for that. The Mirror has made quite a few Zimbabwe dollars for the Edith Duly Nursing Home and for various projects to assist Bulawayo's pensioners in these difficult times. I must also thank the Edith Duly, Acol Chemical and Softrite Staff, who have spent hours and hours accepting the cash for the adverts and keeping the accounts and the books up to date. But it would all not be possible at all without HeeHoo. HeeHoo has the main burden of the entire project, for apart from having to put up with the Mirror's Editor, he pays the bills, and believe me, having to keep the Mirror running each week, downloading hundreds of hours of e mails, paying for all the software the hardware the knitwear and the whatever that one needs to undertake a marathon newsletter of this magnitude, is no mean feat. All I can say is that you my beloved HeeHoo is that you are the longest suffering dearest husband in the entire world and I thank you with all my heart. ++++ WATCHDOG Wonder Mpofu if an expert rose pruner. Courteous and affordable and excellent a his profession. It's that time again we do our lovely gardens of roses. For those interested in my services of pruning roses they contact me on. 0776105842 0717263269 ++++ Edith Duly Nursing Home Is struggling to obtain wood for their ancient but delightful old wood stove. Are there any samaritans in Bulawayo who could help them out Ask for Precious or Leila or one of the matrons. Herewith our contact numbers Home - 09 205769 Office - 09 205825 mornings only Thank you so much to the always generous Bulawayo Community. Thank you Annetta Holmes from SA for donation in cash. ++++ 2) Notices and Events THE ACADEMY AND PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO The postponement of school re-opening affects the Academy and regrettably teaching cannot yet resume.. The Academy offices will continue to be open from 9.00 to 1.00 every day Monday to Friday and Academy facilities are available for hire as in the past. DVDs continue as detailed below. The Note, the Academy coffee shop, is open under new management and is available for take-aways and deliveries. THURSDAY 23 JULY AT 7.00 P.M. THE LAST KINGDOM Leofric and Uhtred are ordered to fight to the death but a major Viking raid brings dramatic changes and Alfred is compelled to flee... It all meshes together in enthralling fashion with a tale that's understandable and a setting that's tailor made for picturesque vistas. 'Last Kingdom' livens up Saturday nights with Emmy calibre storytelling and oft-sumptuous production values. [Rotten Tomatoes] The truthful background of this high-stakes history makes it thrilling on a deeper level. Along with the battle scenes and other entertainments, the series reflects many challenges of today's world. [The Wall Street Journal] Admission: US$1.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 24 JULY AT 7.00 P.M. HAYDN: IL MONDO DELLA LUNA Haydn's operas are not well known though he wrote fifteen of them and they are full of wonderfully enjoyable music. 'Il Mondo della Luna' (The World on the Moon) is a farce written in 1777 for the wedding celebrations of a son of his royal employer Prince Eszterhazy. It is a jewel of buffo opera in which the bogus astrologer, Ecclitico, wants to trick the protective Buonafede into allowing his daughters and their maid to marry the husbands they choose. Buonafede is drugged and taken into Ecclitico's garden where he thinks he's on the moon and many complications ensue. Harnoncourt duly mines the comically disruptive potential of Haydn's music with unabashed glee. The comic leads are ideally cast in an inventive, thoroughly entertaining performance of a zany, sometimes touching comedy. If you're still sceptical about Haydn's operas, this may convert you. [Gramophone] 'Il Mondo della Luna' has a blissful Mozartian spirit and Nikolaus Harnoncourt created an interpretation in which Haydn's work became a veritable gem of opera literature. [stageagent.com] Admission: US$1.00 [free to Red Carpet members] THURSDAY 30 JULY AT 7.00 P.M. RAY 'Ray', a 2004 film which received critical acclaim and was a major box office success, tells the story of music legend Ray Charles, played by Jamie Foxx. Told in his adult life with flashbacks to his youth we see his humble origins in Florida, his turbulent childhood, which included losing his brother and then his sight at the age of seven, his rise as pianist in a touring band, writing his own songs and running his own band, and then stardom. His addiction to drugs and its effect on his working and family lives are not ignored. Jamie Foxx creates such a real and vivid person that we almost forget that he is re-enacting someone else's life. [Common Sense Media] Foxx's performance is nothing short of amazing, and Hackford's film overall does fine justice to Charles' musical legend and legacy. [Empire] Admission: US$1.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 31 JULY AT 7.00 P.M. SIR JOHN BARBIROLLI Sir John Barbirolli died fifty years ago on 30 July 1970. He has, of course, close associations with Bulawayo having spent a month here for the Rhodes Centenary Festival - and in the course of his stay he laid the foundation stone of the Academy on 30 June 1953. Although a prolific recording artist, little of his work survives on film bur here is a complete concert with the Boston Symphony Orchestra from 3 February 3 1959. It finds the conductor in exemplary form, leading performances of Brahms' Symphony No. 2, Walton's Partita for Orchestra, Delius's 'The Walk to the Paradise Garden' and Barbirolli's own arrangement of selections from the 'Fitzwilliam Virginal Book', entitled 'An Elizabethan Suite'. After the interval there will be a performance of Dvo ak's Seventh Symphony, a favourite work of Sir John, by the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Ji i B lohlavek. Vintage Barbirolli. I had the good fortune to attend Barbirolli's concerts on several occasions and they never failed to please. It's good then to find a video of him at work with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. It can't be pretended that this is in first class sound and the photography is black and white. Nevertheless the music making shines through. [openvault.wgbh.org] Admission: US$1.00 [free to Red Carpet members] ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds For those that knew him the Sad news is that George Boswell of Bulawayo died this morning. A true gentleman. ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column 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 ACCOMMODATION FOR RENT Cottage to let in Burnside Fully furnished, consisting of 1 large bedroom with BIC's and bathroom en suite (with linen cupboard). Has an open plan lounge and kitchen, aircon and fans TV with access to DSTV and WIFI. Lights and water included. Set in a nice garden with its own carport. Please note no pets and non-smokers only. Rent is USD300 per month plus USD$300 Deposit Contact Dave on 0774 101 556 ++++ FOR SALE - BOATS House boat and miscellaneous boats for sale. Contact: 0712871455/0775306392 ++++ Property Wanted Rental _ Looking for full house western surbubs. Must be secure, walled & gated. Alternatively 1 bedroom cottage/flat areas near CBD Contact 0772 641 127 ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO HOUSES FOR SALE BARHAM GREEN - $45 000 3 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge cum dining room, kitchen, domestic quarters, fenced, walled and gated. MAHATSHULA - $50 000 Brick under tile, lounge, fire place, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bic's, bathroom, separate toilet, veranda, storeroom, walled & gated. Stand size: 600m SUNNINGHILL - $60 000 3 bedrooms, 3 bic's, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge/dining room combined, fitted kitchen, veranda, domestic quarters, tool shed, storeroom, braai area, swimming pool, fenced, walled and gated. Stand size: 4062m MORNINGSIDE - $80 000 3 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, veranda, domestic quarters, swimming pool, walled and gated. KILLARNEY - $85 000 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining room, fenced and gated, Land size 4747m2. KILLARNEY - $100 000 Brick Under Tile dwelling comprising, lounge, fire place, dining room, 3 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom, separate toilet, fitted kitchen, veranda, double carport, 3 roomed domestic quarters, walled and gated. Stand size: 4059m BURNSIDE - $100 000 4 bedroomed house with a lot potential comprising lounge, sunken lounge, fitted kitchen, dining room, main ensuite, family bathroom and toilet, laundry, two roomed cottage, single garage and a double carport, empty swimming pool, working borehole, braai area, walled and gated. RIVERSIDE - $100 000 Incomplete 4 bedroomed house with a complete neat cottage, walled and gated MATSHEUMHLOPE - $110 000 3 bedrooms, lounge with fire place, dining room, fitted kitchen, domestic quarters, borehole, empty swimming pool, walled and gated. Stand Size - 1,12 acres KILLARNEY - $110 000 Brick under tile, lounge, TV Lounge, dining room, 4 bedrooms, 3 BIC's, mes, bathroom, separate toilet, fitted kitchen with hob, oven and extractor fan, breakfast nook, laundry, veranda, double lock up garage, storeroom, working borehole, Walled and gated. Stand size: 4940m HILLSIDE - $200 000 Neat 4 bedroomed house, lounge, fitted kitchen, cottage, swimming pool, working borehole, neat garden, walled and gated. DOUGLASDALE - $250 000 Brick Under Iron, lounge, fire place, dining room, bar, 4 bedrooms, 4 bic's, separate bathroom, toilet, fitted kitchen, pantry, laundry, veranda, carport, domestic quarter, braai area, borehole, swimming pool, fenced & gated. Stand size: approx 18 acres. KUMALO - $265 000 Stunning 3 bedroom house comprising 2 lounges, neatly fitted kitchen, swimming pool and borehole, 3 carports, sliding steel gate and electric fenced. Stand Size - 2 390m2 MATSHEUMHLOPHE - $300 000 Brick under tile, lounge, fireplace, dining room, study or extra lounge, 3 bedrooms, 3 x bic's, scullery, veranda, 4 carports, 3 single domestic quarters, 2 storerooms, 2 working boreholes, swimming pool (empty), walled & gated. Stand size: 3,9 acres approximately. FLATS FOR SALE CBD FLAT - $40 000 1 bedroom bic's, bathroom, entrance lounge, kitchen (not fitted). ASCOT FLAT - $65 000 Well maintained 2 bedroomed flat comprising ensuite, lounge cum dining and fitted kitchen. Close to Ascot Mall, United Bulawayo Hospital and Nust. SUBURBS - $81 000 BUT, combined lounge/dining room, 3 bedrooms, bic's 3, mes, sep. shower & toilet, fitted kitchen, veranda, d/q, well not working, walled & gated. SUBURBS - $110 000 BUT, combined lounge/dining room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bic'2, mes, dep. bathroom, sep. toilet, fitted kitchen, laundry, carport, storeroom, borehole, walled and gated. RESIDENTIAL STANDS FOR SALE MANNINGDALE - $35 000 Undeveloped stand, ready to build approximately 1 acre. FORTUNES GATE - $90 000 Residential stand approximately 1, 5 acres comprising one bedroom cottage, with a well and a tennis court. CBD STAND - $150 000 Well serviced corner stand in a very good location within the CBD, walled and gated. Land Size - 1190m2 We at Rodor Properties (Pvt) Ltd, take pride in managing your property professionally, in order to safeguard your investments.We understand the importance of maintaining healthy relationships with owners , and tenants alike, and strive to ensure personal and efficient service to all our clients. We are always looking for more properties to sell and rent in all sectors of the property markGKSXJU++++ Small Holding Wanted 3 ha Joint Venture opportunity. Bulawayo East. Burnside, Lakeside, Riverside South, Willsgrove. For Information Pack kindly email Annetta Holmes atholmes@mweb.co.za Regret no agents. ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa ++++ 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 Private Secretary Job Wanted I am a middle-aged woman who has 24 years experience in office administration 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 hardworking, willing to learn and loyal. If you are interested, please call Gaynor Price or Whatsapp a message on 0778828573 to set up an interview. Available to start immediately. ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment experience in caring for elderly persons, domestic work, child-minder and coffee shop attendant. Live out id preferred.Please contact 0775 189 466 ++++ Seeking Employment Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Good with washing and ironing. Able to look after children and pets. Live out. Please contact 0782 097 452 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment experience in caring for elderly persons, domestic work, child-minder and coffee shop attendant. Live out id preferred.Please contact 0775 189 466 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has experience with children. Cheerful and hard-working. Please contact 0712 988 105 ++++ VACANCY - HSSEQ COORDINATOR We are growing! Almond Africa, Bulawayo Branch is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill an opening within our company as an HSSEQ Coordinator. Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Health and Safety/Environmental Science ISO Certification and HACCP experience Qualifications in security and quality are an added advantage Clean class 4 driver's license Defensive Driving Certificate Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role At least 3 traceable written references Valid passport Desired Attributes: Good leadership skills Stringent quality standards Efficient at prioritising Good verbal and communication skills Excellent report writing ability Conscientious regarding compliance Experience in the services industry is a plus Almond Africa is an equal opportunities employer. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and reference letters to info@almondafrica.com and also for more information on the Job Description. ++++ VACANCY - OPERATIONS MANAGER We are growing! Almond Africa, Bulawayo Branch is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill an opening within our company as an Operations Manager: Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, accounting or economics Clean class 4 driver's license Valid passport Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role with proven track record At least 3 traceable written references Desired Attributes: Technically sound (This is a key requirement) Excellent multi-tasker Strong leadership skills High quality standards Highly organised Good communication skills Self motivated Ability to work under pressure Almond Africa is an equal opportunities employer. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and reference letters to info@almondafrica.com and also for more information on the Job Description. ++++ A mature lady with many years of experience as a Personal Assistant seeks a suitable position. Please call or whatsapp 0783 295 334 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature gentleman seeks employment as a gardener. Has 15 years experience. He would like a job anywhere between Bulawayo and Gweru. Please contact 0777 744 999 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Employer recommended housekeeper. Hard and diligent worker. Very good with children and animals and salesmanship (with 'O' level). Preferably in Hillside, Famona, Montrose or Burnside. Please contact 0772 413 453 (Alexander - employer) or 0773 677 869 ++++ SALES & MARKETING VACANCY - We are looking for a proactive, dependable and self-driven Sales and Marketing Manager with a minimum of 3 years working experience in the logistics / freight industry to join our Bulawayo team, on a full time basis. Key Objectives of the Position - To formulate and implement a marketing plan. To carry out direct sales and pursue sales leads. To bridge the gap between operations requirements and the customers' needs. To maintain and retain clients through customer liaison. To assist in complimentary duties that allows a smooth service delivery. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and reference letters to - freight8191@gmail.com ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT A hard working, mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Good with children with basic cooking. Please contact 0788 074 127 ++++ A mature lady seeks work as a Personal assistant/Secretary/Receptionist. Available to start immediately. Call or WhatsApp 0715 290 274. ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Young hard working lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Able to look after children and your pets. No cooking, but willing to learn. Live out preferred, please contact 0783 562 241 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Good with children, house cleaning, washing, ironing and cooking. Please contact 0776 237 263 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has basic cooking and able to do all the house cleaning and laundry. Good with pets and the elderly. Please contact 0786 951 402 ++++ A young Professional Family is looking for a smart, hardworking, able to cook, wash and clean Live in Maid. An age guide of between 28 and 40 years and a strong bias towards Western Meals is preferred. A good package awaits the right candidate with traceable refs. Phone 077 225 4967 or 071 664 1586. ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a nurse aide. Holding a St Johns Ambulance Certificate. Has experience working in a mission hospital doing clinical duties and looking after the elderly. Please contact 0788 074127 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a nurse aide. Holding a Silethemba Home based care. Did her attachment at Masase Mission Hospital. Please contact 0713 706 470 ++++ 21) SERVICES We are pleased to advise that we deliver groceries to our clients at their doorstep. Our groceries are affordable, our customer service unique. Please text for our catalogue. I thank you. My contact: 0773 375 552 ++++ 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 ++++ SERVICES Rob Sinclair is an expert plumber. He has had many years of experience. Anything to do with loos, bathrooms, geysers, plumbing, borehole repairs and tank installations. Rob Sinclair is your man. Phone Rob on 0772230551 ++++ 22) Health And Beauty ++++ 23) Tuition ++++ 24) Miscellaneous For Sale or hire FOR SALE - BOATS House boat and miscellaneous boats for sale. Contact: 0712871455/0775306392 ++++ 25) WANTED TO BUY OR HIRE ++++ 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. ++++