Morning Mirror Edition 917 - 24/02/2021 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 HeeHoo and I always planned to 'Follow the Sun' in our dotage but fate has had us hidden securely under snowdrifts for the last five months... Texas has been in the grip of some scary snowstorms for the last ten days. It has been a litany of no power, no water due to frozen pipes, icy slippery roads, shops closed because of the icy conditions. Usually beautiful and sunny, Texas has been snow white in knee deep snow, as far as the eye can see, such an odd transformation, and with no clue as to how to deal with this phenomena as it is such a rare occurrence. Having recently come from beautiful Sweden, we could see just how ill equipped Texas is to cope with this weather. In Sweden, every pipe is clad from top to bottom in some sort of insulating material resembling that of a scuba divers suit. The homes have extensive radiators in each room. The trusty snow plough arrives twice daily, clanging and banging along every single road, moving the ice not only off the roads, but also from the sidewalks and paths. Pedestrians play a big part of life in Sweden, and the snow ploughs are followed lustily, (usually at 4.00 am) by the grit scattering machine which stops one from slipping in icy conditions. By law every Swedish vehicle is obliged to change all their tyres to snow tires by the middle of October I think it is. 'Snow Etiquette' is a big thing in Sweden, one does not only scrape the ice off one's windscreen, the Good Swede removes every scrap of snow from his vehicle, to avoid it blowing off and being a nuisance to pedestrians and other vehicles!! Every Swedish home has a snow room, which houses all coats, umbrellas and boots, scarves, hats and gloves, and one enters the house, removes all of ones outer clothes and shoes, and never, never wears ones shoes into the rest of the house!! Dressing to go out in the snow in Sweden is an art like no other. One abides strictly by the 'three layer rule'. A thermal inner layer, another pure wool layer, and then one's 100 percent down top layer! One is never 'cold' in Sweden, one is just 'incorrectly dressed'!! We discovered the perfect way to dress our feisty four year old grandson, for pre school. We would put him outside the front door for a few seconds, and he would rush in quite willing to don his three layers, an all-in-one snow suit, plus two layers of gloves, a neck warmer, a woolly hat, thick woollen socks and his snow boots!! As for stockpiling!! The Swedes would never do anything as undignified as 'Stockpiling'. Milk has been in short supply now for a week in Dallas as the supply chain has broken down and what little milk that reaches the shelves is snapped up ! FORTUNATELY It seems as if Snowmaggedon in Texas is over. The last seven days were brutal but something else was going on. People didn't just drive past the homeless anymore but stopped and took them to shelters or to hospitals if frostbite had set in. People shared the wood they had prepared for themselves for winter. Churches opened their doors wide providing food and water. Restaurant's that had been struggling under Covid took meals to first responders. No one asked are you a Republican or a Democrat, a Baptist or a Catholic For seven broken, beautiful days we were just people. A blanket of white covered us all. ++++ WATCHDOG Anyone with family and old folks still left in Zimbabwe, please note the situation is NOT good financially .... this is a plea written by Billy Mitchell of Billys meats To all my friends out there I want to post an appeal for our old folks in Zimbabwe. There are thousands of seemingly abandoned old folks here who are really in dire straits as they seem to have been abandoned by their families. If you contact them they probably won't want to worry you and will tell you that everything is fine but believe me it really is not. We run a fairly successful business here in Harare and we find it increasingly difficult to manage so I can assure you that these wonderful old people that sacrificed everything for us really need help. If you know of anyone who has elderly family still living here please make sure you are aware of their plight and get them to make a plan! Please feel free to share this to any of the ex Rhodesian/ Zimbabwean sites on ++++ 2) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO Tel: 60684 / 67195 E-mail: zamfriends@gatorzw.co.uk FEBRUARY AT THE ACADEMY The lockdown and curfew have been eased but social but gatherings are still not permitted so there can be no Academy activities. We hope that things may change at the beginning of March and, if so, the provisional programme will be: Thursday 4 March Line of Duty: Series 2 - 1 of 3 Friday 5 March Rossini: La Cenerentola (Glyndebourne) Thursday 11 March Line of Duty: Series 2 - 2 of 3 Friday 12 March Europakonzert 2011 [Chabrier, Rodrigo, Rachmaninov] Thursday 18 March Line of Duty: Series 2 - 3 of 3 Friday 19 March Verdi: La Traviata Thursday 25 March Star Trek (2009) Friday 26 March Romeo And Juliet: Beyond Words (ballet) Wednesday 31 March Get Carter [released March 1971] Thursday 1 April Bach: Mass in B minor Further details when we know that we can go ahead! THE NOTE The Note is open with a limited takeaway menu in line with the current rules. Orders may be collected and delivery is available in specific areas. Further details from adelaide.muchetu@gmail.com or phone 0774 004 449 or 0771 048 995. ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds Malcom Evans Malcolm Evans has passed away from a heart attack. Hamilton class of '64. R.I.P. ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column BELGIAN MALINOIS PUPPIES FOR SALE. Ready on the 19th of July 2020. Contact Ray on 0776792064. ++++ 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 Would it be alright if you put a little piece in your newsletter to spread the word that the book 'Innocent Victims' that Cathy Buckle wrote as you know, on the thousands of animals that we rescued during the farm invasions, is now out in paper back . The publishers Merlin Unwin based here in the UK, recently decided to bring it out in paper back (it has already been available in hard back and Kindle), but apparently due to public demand, and also because of the very good reviews the book has had on Amazon. They, Cathy and I, all feel that as many people as possible should know exactly what happened to all those thousands of animals, that were left behind on the farms during Mugabe's illegal land invasions. It is not that the farmer's abandoned their animals as you know, but because his war vets, would not allow the farmers to take their animals with them. As you know the animals that we rescued ranged from domestic pets, to livestock and even wildlife which if left on the farms, would have all been slaughtered. I was told at the time, when the book was first published in 2009, that many Zimbabweans especially farmers, felt too 'raw' to read the book, but now as the years have passed, they feel they can at last read about those dark days in Zimbabwe's history. I recently checked with the Head of the RSPCA (UK) International Dept, and he confirmed that there has never been another animal rescue carried out on such a huge scale by any other animal welfare group, involving so many animals over many. many months. Added to which he said, we were operating under very hostile conditions! merylharrison@gmail.com ++++ 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 Private house sale. Bulawayo Zimbabwe Suburbs :'Diamond oldie'well maintained and in beautiful condition. 3 Bedrooms (2 ensuite). Master B/R air conditioning, b.i.c , others have freestanding wardrobes and chests of drawers. Custom made curtains and blinds throughout. Office or Study/4th bedroom, with outside door. 2 other bathrooms.(4 altogether) Large double lounge with jet master feature fireplace and overhead fan, double doors leading onto extensive veranda. Separate dining room. Kitchen with scullery. Outside laundry off back veranda. Single staff accommodation with solar geyser. Lockup generator/storeroom. Large workshop. Double garage with lockable lazy man doors. Secured triple carport. Swimming pool with Gazebo. Good borehole. 5000l water tank with pressure pump supply for house. Alarm system internal and external throughout. Property completely developed with shade covered developed vegetable garden, beautiful lawned garden, paved walkways and driveway. Walled with security night lighting and electric gates. This property has business rights and is in an ideal position, close to CBD, shops, schools and sports clubs. Price: US$240 000.00 Viewing by appointment. Images available on request: email floraeley@ gmail.com Or cell +263712209949 ++++ Warehouse Required P.H.C Pallet Hire & Sales We are urgently looking for a warehouse to rent with office space approximately 1400m2 in Belmont,Donnington,Thorngrove or Kelvin Please contact: Riyaaz Jogee Cell no. 0772 301 659 Email:phcpallets@gmail.com ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO NEW RELEASE BURNSIDE - $230 000 Brick under tile dwelling comprising lounge, fireplace, dining room, master bedroom with ensuite upstairs, 3 bedrooms downstairs, 2 main ensuites, separate bathroom and toilet, fitted kitchen, scullery, pantry, domestic quarters, borehole and empty swimming pool. Self- contained cottage with two and half bedrooms, ensuite, lounge with fireplace and a dining room. HOUSES FOR SALE BARHAM GREEN - $50 000 3 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, lounge cum dining room, kitchen, domestic quarters, fenced, 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. CBD (FLAT) - $35 000 City Flat comprising 1 bedroom, lounge, bathroom, separate toilet, fitted kitchen, veranda. CBD (FLAT) - $45 000 2 bedrooms, separate bathroom and toilet, kitchen, scullery. KILLARNEY - $85 000 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining room, fenced and gated, Land size 4747m2. CBD HOUSE - $88 000 Brick under Iron comprising 6 rooms, bathroom, two separate toilets, kitchen, scullery, 2 carports, double domestic quarters and toilet, 2 verandas, walled and gated. Stand size: 595m CBD HOUSE - $100 000 Brick under Iron with 2 receptions, 10 offices, 2 ladies toilets, 2 gents toilets, 2 kitchens, double domestic quarters, outside toilets, one side walled, one side bricked. Stand size: 1190m CBD HOUSE - $120 000 Brick under iron, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, dining room, lounge, study, fitted kitchen, veranda, servants quarters, storeroom, walled, gated. Stand size: 595m SUBURBS - $120 000 Brick under tile house with potential comprising lounge, fireplace, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 3 bic's, mes, separate bathroom and toilet, fitted kitchen, scullery, veranda, double garage, walled and gated. Stand size: 1455 m SUBURBS - $130 000 Brick under iron with two fireplaces, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 main ensuites, family bathroom, kitchen, scullery, pantry, 2 verandas, garage, carport, three roomed domestic quarters, swimming pool, 2 sides fenced, 2 sides walled. ILANDA - $135 000 Brick under tile, 4 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, combined lounge / dining room, fitted kitchen, veranda, domestic quarters, walled and gated. Stand size: 1594m KUMALO - $195 000 Brick under tile comprising 4 bedrooms, (1 double bathroom + 1 single main ensuite attached to main bedroom), main ensuite attached to second bedroom, 1 family bathroom, dining-room, lounge with fire place, lounge with bar, fitted kitchen, breakfast nook, scullery, laundry, veranda, 3 roomed domestic quarters, storeroom, 4 x carport, borehole, swimming pool (empty), walled and gated. Stand Size 2 415 square metres KUMALO - $265 000 Brick under iron, lounge, two fire places, dining room, study, 3 bedrooms, 3 bic's, main ensuite, 2 separate bathrooms, separate toilet, fitted kitchen, pantry, laundry, double lock-up garage, 4 domestic quarters, borehole (working), swimming pool working, walled & gated. HILLSIDE - $200 000 Neat 4 bedroomed house, lounge, fitted kitchen, cottage, swimming pool, working borehole, neat garden, walled and gated. MATSHEUMHLOPHE - $227 000 Brick under tile, lounge, fireplace, dining room, study or extra lounge, 3 bedrooms, 3 x bic's, scullery, veranda, 4 carports, 3 x single d/q, 2 storerooms, 2 working boreholes, swimming pool (empty), walled & gated. Stand size: 3,9 acres approximately. STANDS FOR SALE MANNINGDALE - $25 000 Undeveloped 1 acre stand, ready to build. CBD STAND - $150 000 Well serviced corner stand in a very good location within the CBD, walled and gated. Land Size - 1190m2 KENSINGTON - $45 000 Undeveloped 4 acre stand, ready to build. For these and other properties for sale phone Kelvin +263 773 366 207 or email us at kelvin@rodor.co.zw or visit our website on Property Book (Rodor Properties) PROPERTIES TO LET RESIDENTIAL MATSHEUMHLOPHE: 4 bedrooms, borehole, walled and gated -US$700 Negotiable - 1 April 2021 KUMALO: 3 bedrooms, borehole, walled and gated -US$700 Negotiable - immediate occupation COMMERCIAL CBD: Reception, 3 offices, bathroom - US$600 Negotiable - 1 March 2021 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 ++++ Houses, commercial properties and plots available for purchase in the low density suburb of Victoria Falls. Prices range from USD95 000.00 to USD 1 500 000.00. Please contact Dustin Labuschagne on 0772606233 or dustinlabuschagne@me.com ++++ STANDS FOR SALE MANNINGDALE - $25 000 Undeveloped 1 acre stand, ready to build. CBD STAND - $150 000 Well serviced corner stand in a very good location within the CBD, walled and gated. Land Size - 1190m2 KENSINGTON - $45 000 Undeveloped 4 acre stand, ready to build. PROPERTIES TO LET RESIDENTIAL MATSHEUMHLOPE: 4 Bedrooms, borehole, walled and gated - US$700 Negotiable -1 April 2021 BRADFIELD: Double storey semi - detached, 3 bedrooms - US$450 - 1 March 2021 COMMERCIAL CBD: Reception, 3 offices, bathroom - US$600 Negotiable - 1March 2021 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 +263773366207 ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa ++++ 12) Accommodation and Travel In Botswana ++++ 13) Accommodation and Travel In Zimbabwe VALENTINE SPECIAL FOR VALENTINES 180 US PER COUPLE PER NIGHT , FOR DINNER, BED, AND BREAKFAST, WITH A COMPLIMENTARY DRIVE ON THE PROPERTY, WITH A COUPLE OF SUNDOWNERS AND A VERY SPECIAL MEAL PLEASE CONTACT LIN , ON WHATS APP 0777574418 OR NOMTHA reservations@bigcavematopos.com ++++ 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 My name is Ian Gillespie from Northern Ireland, I was born in London in 1962, however i never knew my father and nothing about him, I've been doing some research on my heritage and ancestry. The only information i have is, that my father returned to South Africa to sort out paperwork after I was born, and passed away when he was there, other information i have but can't confirm, is that his uncle or family member owned a hotel in where Cliff Richard stayed when he toured in around the early 60s, one of the places I found was Bulawayo, and the reason I am asking is research I am doing has linked me to the names Burmeister, Ritchie and Jones with Bulawayo connection, the reason I am contacting you is iIfound your post on line, do you know if Cliff did indeed stay in a hotel in Bulawayo, and if he did do you know if any of the names I gave you would fit, Kind Regards Ian Gillespie igillespie38@gmail.com ++++ 20 ) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED I am a hardworking woman i can clean, wash and cook, I do part time jobs to put food on the table please help me with anything to do. 263 71 942 8746 ++++ Mature (61 year old) lady requires employment. Experience includes management, administration, customer and public relations, events organisation, sales, hospitality and teaching. Also was a school matron and private nurse in doctors practice. Holds certificates in several of the above disciplines. Kindly contact DEBRAY on 0779270416. ++++ A lady seeks employment as an Admin Assistant,Receptionist or Office lady.Computer literate and Holds an International certificate in Hospitality and Customer Relations Management (CRM). Send an e-mail to the following: symington.anita@gmail.com or phone 0774 095 196 ++++ I am a holder of a clean class 1 driver s licence with more than 5 years experience on both buses and trucks both cross border and inland. CV available on request. Yours sincerely Prosper Mpofu 0775765705 0712359715 ++++ I am an accounting and Finance candidate looking for a position in prospective organisation. I posses more than 5 years experience in accounting and Finance at Simbisa Brands( Innscor Fast Foods) as an Assistant Accountant. I hold a Masters in Accounting and Finance from Lupane State University & a Degree in Accounting from Solusi University. My application and CV for all my Achievements and qualifications available on request. Yours Sincerely Muliseng Mpofu 0775 914 998 mulisengn@gmail.com ++++ Transport company looking for an Administration/ Logistics Assistant Office experience and accounting background is an added advantage. Email: torquetransportadm@gmail.com ++++ NURSE AIDE / CAREGIVER Mature, well spoken lady seeks employment as a nurse aide or a caregiver. She is very good with the elderly. Able to do day or night duty. Willing to help around the house as well. Please contact 0772 789 338 ++++ SITUATIONS VACANT Am a lady who is presentable and cheerful well disciplined and young at heart seeking employment as a Reservationist/Receptionist -Holds an International Certificate in Hotel and Tourism and is able to perform Receptionist duties. Open to other employment options as well. Confident to start right away please WhatsApp only (0783 197 394) ++++ Lady age 36 years seeking employment in the office.Has basic computer literacy and telephone phone skills.Willing to start with immediate effect. Phone 0774 095 196 during peak hours weekends included. ++++ A 33year old man with a clean class 2, 4 & 5 driver's license. I am looking for an opportunity as a chauffeur or any driving or transport employment. I am well spoken in English, Shona and Ndebele. Please feel free to contact me on +263777858923 ++++ Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant VACANCY ACCOUNTS POSITION We are looking for an Accounts / Bookkeeping Person to join our Bulawayo Team. The Applicant will need experience in using Pastel, reconciling cash books, creditors and petty cash accounts. In return the company agrees to offer fair remuneration and working conditions. Please send your letter of application and curriculum vitae to employbyo1982@gmail.com ++++ FITTER AND TURNER Required A prominent mining company is looking for a Fitter and Turner to work and live approx. 120km from Bulawayo. We are willing to pay the ideal candidate a better than average market salary with benefits. The Candidate must have at least 10 years' experience in a mining environment. Ability to read and interpret engineering working drawings. Ability to modify, design, and manufacture engineering components with or without drawings. Confident. Meticulous. Precise. Self-starter. Professional and logical. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. If you feel you would be suitable, please email a current CV and a covering letter as soon as possible to miningcompany1969@gmail.com ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a PA, Secretary, Admin Assistant, Receptionist. Has years of experience, holding a Diploma in Secretarial Studies, computer literate, has worked with Accounting packages. Please contact landline: 212174 cell: 0772 814 268 or 0786 470 495 (mum) ++++ 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 ++++ 21) SERVICES Mobility aides i.e. wheelchairs, wheelie walkers, walking sticks, crutches, Zimmer frames, crutches as well as other patient care aids such as commodes, bed pans, urinals, sheepskin and adult diapers available for hire and sale at Island Hospice and Healthcare, Byo Branch. Well trained nurse aides also available at very competitive rates. +263712845003/+263292277972 ++++ 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 ++++ 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 ++++ 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 5 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY. CONTACT JILL AT 2246688 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. ++++