Morning Mirror Edition 892 - 19/08/2020 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 SCARED AND PATHETIC I am ashamed to admit it but I am scared. Scared to make a stand for my country. Certainly not disinterested as some may have said, certainly not weary after forty years of fighting, certainly not ground down into a whimpering morass, but just plain scared of standing up for Zimbabwe even on social media which is under strict scrutiny by the powers that be. There was a time when I would march with WOZA, when I would make a proud and open stand as an Activist, then it was a covert stand as an Activist, but now I am just plain terrified. I watch in awe and despair as brave women such as Farai, Cecelia, Joana, Netsai, Jenni, and Tsitsi protest openly and are imprisoned and tortured. I scan article after article on Zimbabwe covering the brave men and women who risk their lives for their country and yet, I cower behind distance and anonymity. Why Because I have been indoctrinated and coerced into believing that even a stand made online, can lead to imprisonment and victimisation. There will be no Arab Spring in Zimbabwe, we are all too scared to even send an e mail making a stand against the State, even sending a seditious WhatsApp is tantamount to treason. Carrying a placard calling for peace in Zimbabwe is regarded as insurrection. As a retired journalist, having 'served my time' for my Country, I am now gagged and bound by fear. Our only hope is now with brave folk like Hopewell Chin'ono, Jacob Ngarivhume, author Tsitsi Dangarembga, the missing Itai Dzamara, man of the cloth - Evan Mawarire, and the indomitable David Coltart. Our lawyers are vilified, arrested and tortured, brave wonderful men and women like Beatrice Matetwa, Doug Coltart amongst others, and pastoral intercession by our men of the cloth, I quote 'Fear runs down the spine of many of our people today. The crackdown on dissent is unprecedented," the bishops said in the strongly-worded letter. But even our revered Catholic Bishops, are dismissed as being evil and described as 'encouraging genocide'. How I envy my colleague Noreen Welsh who is able to command support for Zimbabwe from afar, day in and day out, bringing us all the news that we would never have heard had it not been for her and for other fearless journalists worldwide. Is she scared too Is Alex T Magaisa scared He is a great advocate for Zimbabwe and for that we thank him. We have nowhere to turn. The fearless journalists of the world are scared to set foot on Zimbabwe soil because of the pandemic, we have few international voices and the wonderful local journos who day in and day out risk arrest if they put one single foot wrong. The pain and anguish of watching one's country literally dying before ones eyes is just too hard to bear. ++++ WATCHDOG Selling commodes, walking frames, crutches, and bedpans. Also, wheelchairs available for sale and hire. Contact Mary Moyo on +263 777 029 111 OR +263 773 793 726. ++++ 2) Notices and Events THE ACADEMY AND PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO The 6.00 to -6.00 curfew means that there can be no evening DVDs at the Academy until further notice. The postponement of school re-opening also affects the Academy and regrettably teaching cannot yet resume.. The Academy offices will be open from 9.00 to 1.00 until Friday 7 August. They will be closed for the week Monday 10 - Friday 14 August and re-open on Monday 17 August. The Academy itself will be open except on the public holidays on Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 August and its facilities available for hire. The Note, the Academy coffee shop, is open under new management and is available for take-aways and deliveries. ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds ++++ 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 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. MALINDELA - $100 000 3 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge, dining room, neatly fitted kitchen, veranda, domestic quarters, swimming pool, walled and gated. Cottage: Bedroom, bathroom & Toilet MALINDELA - $120 000 4 bedrooms with ensuite, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge, dining room, neatly fitted kitchen, veranda, domestic quarters, swimming pool, walled and gated. 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. 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 (FLAT) - $74 000 BUT, combined lounge/dining room, 3 bedrooms, bic's 3, mes, separate shower & toilet, fitted kitchen, veranda, d/q, well not working, walled & gated PROPERTIES TO LET Residential properties CBD flat: 2 bedrooms, 1st October - $400 NKETA 7: 3 bedrooms, walled and gated 1ST August - $150 MAHATSHULA: 4 bedrooms, 1st September - $400 GREENHILL: 3 bedrooms, 1st September - $400 COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES JNM NKOMO STREET: 4 offices, immediate - $800 neg. R.MUGABE WAY: 4 offices, 1st September - $800 We at Rodor Properties (Pvt) Ltd, take pride in managing your property professionally, in order to safeguard your investment. 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 seeking to sell and rent in all sectors of the property market. We also offer a complete service of property valuations. Email us on: resrents@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw or Call: (029) 22 74581/3 or + 263 773 366 207 ++++ Property Wanted Rental _ Looking for full house western suburbs. Must be secure, walled & gated. Alternatively 1 bedroom cottage/flat areas near CBD Contact 0772 641 127 ++++ 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 37 year old female, just submitted dissertation for a Master s in Women' s Socio- legal studies and seeking a paid internship or employment in human rights, project management particularly in the area of disability and women. The same lady is also looking for a house- sitting opportunity in Bulawayo in the Famona, Hillcrest , hillside or Burnside area. No pets. Will pay ZESA and manicure garden. email: yeukaicc@gmail.com Phone number: 0782104888 (text and call) 0733523665 (app only) ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has experience with children. Cheerful and hard-working. Live out preferred. Please contact 0712 988 105 ++++ 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 ++++ 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 074 127 ++++ 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 BEAVER TREE FELLER For all your tree cutting and trimming please contact Beaver Tree Feller. No job is too big for us plus we are insured. Contact 0733 896 375 or landline 09 - 476569 ++++ 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 ++++ 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. ++++