Morning Mirror Edition 956 - 07/12/2021 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 - the Edith Duly Nursing home ++++ EDITORIAL Broken Hearts I cannot believe how many broken hearts there are all over the world right now with the new covid restrictions. Flights to and from the entire Southern African region cancelled, draconian new quarantining and testing laws, the debacle is so harrowing for families who have already not seen one another for over two years. Everyone has a sorrow, Grannies, Grandpas, children, grandchildren, dogs and cats. The tales are too heart rending and history will hang its head in shame. Plans have been made for months, nay years, excited children, ecstatic grandparents, anxious parents. Plans to visit the Falls, The Kruger, Hwange, the Cape, and most of all...plans to GO HOME after 24 months of absence. Top Virologists are pleading with the powers that be, that all this is just not necessary, but no one wants to take responsibility. Governments make sweeping, statements and draconian laws and then cannot implement them, it's an absolute fiasco and it's yet another blow that has brought loneliness, desperation, sorrow heartache and grief. Where will it all end. ++++ Watchdog ZARDA BYO WISHLIST 'A Home of our Own' First Aid Box Folding Gazebo Box of Bond Paper Box DL Brown Envelopes 4 Manilla Folders Pens, pencils, Crayons Signage x2 Business Cards 100 Patient ID Cards 100 Screen printing of logo on to masks & Tshirts Cash for Data/Airtime/Transport Volunteers Cash or Coupons for fuel for Home Visits Our Day Care Centre will be open every Thursday afternoon 2 to 4pm from today till the 16 Dec, 42 Park Road Suburbs Cherylyn Young 0712 633 701 Sifiso Agbetorwoka 0775 369 910 email - toecaps@gatorzw.co.uk ++++ Nozizwe - Mother of Nations Nozizwe is involved in the feeding of over 700 Little People every week in Bulawayo at several distribution points. They are looking for catering equipment - extra large stock pots, 70 litre pots and large 3 legged cast iron pots plus an industrial gas cooker and gas bottle. They are slowly building up a collection .... but they need help Mobile - Iris Mhlanga - 0772241552 irismhlanga@gmail.com ++++ 2) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO Tel: 60684 / 67195 E-mail: mailto:zamfriends@gatorzw.co.uk The Academy office is open 8.30 - 4.30 Monday to Friday and full details of lessons, fees, etc. can be obtained from there: Tel: 60684 / 67197 - E-mail: zam@gatorzw.co.uk DVDs will usually begin at 6.30 but occasionally there will be an earlier start because of the 9.00 p.m. curfew. Supper is available beforehand but please note that advance orders are essential and must be placed before 6.00 p.m. Further details from adelaide.muchetu@gmail.com - or phone 0774 004 449 or 0771 048 995. N.B.WEDNESDAY 8 DECEMBER AT N.B. 6.00 P.M. VERDI: AIDA Aida was first performed on 24 December 1871and one of the most enduring myths in classical music is that Verdi wrote it for the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. It's a good story but unfortunately it's not true - though, to be fair, Verdi was invited to compose an inaugural hymn for that occasion, but he declined. And he was commissioned to write an opera in celebration of the opening of the Khedivial Opera House in Cairo in 1871 which is how Aida came to be written, the quintessential opera in so many ways featuring a larger-than-life story in an exotic world alongside some of Verdi's greatest music. - This would have to be one of the best productions of this great opera - the stage work and of course the singers: what more could one want [Amazon] - Aida doesn't necessarily demand spectacular staging, but a good performance thrives on it. Spectacular this certainly is, with vast authentically modelled sets rising and falling on the Met's awesome stage machinery - plus real horses. The performance approaches the same epic scale [Gramophone] - Levine's powerful and starrily cast DVD of Aida brings a grandly traditional staging...Zajac is a vibrant, powerful Ameri's, and Sherrill Milnes is a magnificent Amonasro...Levine is in his element, drawing warm and dramatic playing and singing from his formidable team at the Met. [Penguin Guide] Admission: US$2.00 [free to Red Carpet members] THURSDAY9 DECEMBER AT 6.30 P.M. EMMA Emma is an adaptation of Jane Austen's novel by Andrew Davies. Emma Woodhouse has a rigid sense of propriety as regards matrimonial alliances . Unfortunately she insists on matchmaking for her less forceful friend, Harriet, and so causes her to come to grief. Through the sharp words of Mr. Knightley, and the example of the opinionated Mrs. Elton, someone not unlike herself, Emma's attitudes begin to soften.. - This version of Emma is the best! Kate Beckinsale is so charming and funny. [Amazon] - Emma is a feast for the eyes and a balm for the heart. [San Francisco Chronicle] - It is understated and sly, loaded with a sense that even a society as well-ordered as Emma's leaves plenty of room for comic misjudgements and happy endings. [New York Times] Admission: US$2.00 [free to Film Members] THURSDAY 16 DECEMBER AT 6.30 P.M. THE JUNGLE BOOK Raised by a family of wolves since birth, Mowgli must leave the only home he's ever known when the fearsome tiger Shere Khan unleashes his mighty roar. Guided by a no-nonsense panther and a free-spirited bear, the young boy meets an array of jungle animals, including a slithery python and a smooth-talking ape. Along the way, he learns valuable life lessons as his epic journey of self-discovery leads to fun and adventure. - As lovely to behold as it is engrossing to watch, The Jungle Book is the rare remake that actually improves upon its predecessors. [Rotten Tomatoes] - The latest incarnation of The Jungle Book - almost half a century after Disney's much-loved musical cartoon - is a stunner. [Times (UK] - Favreau's reinvention of a beloved '60s classic is delightfully entertaining... bordering on perfection... [leonardmaltin.com] Admission: $2.00 [Free to Film Members] FRIDAY 17 DECEMBER AT 6.30 P.M. MUSIC BY SAINT-SAENS Camille Saint-Saens died a hundred years ago on 16 December 1921 and is perhaps one of the most underrated of all composers. The programme celebrates one of the most consummately skilled of all the great composers with some of his best-known and most attractive music works including: Piano Concerto No.2 in G minor (Artur Rubinstein) Le Route d'Omphale - Symphonic Poem Piano Concerto No.5 in F major - 'Egyptian' (Aldo Ciccolini) Symphony No.3 in C minor - 'Organ Symphony' - Incredible presentation [of Concerto No.2] by this great pianist at the age of 88!! - At 88, Rubinstein is still magically fluent and elegant in the Saint-Saens. Twilight performance, but what a sunset! [BBC Music] - The Saint-Saens [Symphony No.3] is persuasive and vivid. [Rhinegold.co.uk] Admission: $2.00 [free to Red Carpet Members] There will be a celebration of the life of Lindsay Bullivant in the Robert Sibson Hall at 3.00 p.m. on Tuesday 21 December. ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds CONDOLENCES Charmaine Lightfoot Treger Sincere condolences to Saul and Joel on the sad news of their mother's passing away. Charmaine Lightfoot Treger a dear friend was a careful and loving mother to her sons. ++++ DEATH NOTICES There will be a celebration of the life of Lindsay Bullivant in the Robert Sibson Hall at 3.00 p.m. on Tuesday 21 December. ++++ Lindsay Anne Bullivant Lindsay Anne Bullivant, much loved wife of Michael and mother of Robin, died peacefully on 26 November, now at peace after too many years of a cruel illness. She will be remembered as an inspiring teacher, an outstanding seamstress, a superb cook and a rock of support to Michael over forty years of musical endeavour. As one of their musical friends wrote, 'I have such fond memories of Lindsay - quietly making everyone so welcome, cooking all those delicious meals, listening to our endless stories, always attentive, always so kind, always ready to help.' ++++ Michael Stephen van Rooyen Michael Stephen van Rooyen (37) son of Hilda van Rooyen, passed away on Monday night 29.11.21 after 6 years with Multiple Sclerosis. His pain and suffering is now over, he rests in peace. His memorial service will be held at Sharon Tabernacle on Friday 3/12/2021- 10am in North End, with the burial at Athlone Cemetery, followed by teas at Sharon Tabernacle. He leaves behind a 12 year old daughter, Jessica, whom he loved dearly. Michael, you were brave and dignified, uncomplaining, and an example to all sufferers. I am so proud to have been your Mother, you taught me so much. I love you - you live in my heart. Take your rest my precious son, in God's beautiful garden, you deserve it. I love you. Mommy. ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column ++++ 8) Bulawayo News GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE IS IT TOO EARLY TO START TALKING ABOUT CHRISTMAS - NEVER!! IT HAS BEEN A VERY TOUGH FINANCIAL YEAR FOR THE FOOD AND SCHOOL STATIONERY PROGRAMMES FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOOD HOPE, BUT WE ARE DETERMINED TO GIVE THE CHILDREN A PARTY THIS YEAR, AS COVID RESTRICTIONS ALLOW We are appealing to the kind and generous public of Bulawayo for your help! Contributions of goodies such as juice, snax, sweets and biscuits are most welcome. In addition, any second hand clothing, shoes and outgrown toys would be a blessing for these dear children who have very little of their own Please contact Betty Chiwambo on 0773 743 671 or Leila Hunt on 0773 028 812 for drop off details or collection GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE GOOD HOPE ORPHAN CARE ++++ Appeal from BULAWAYO SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS Knowing that the lockdown has given folk time to sort out cupboards, garages etc - please have a look at our Charity Shop List and our Kennel Wish List - you may be surprised how many unwanted items to you - are just what we are needing here at the kennels! Shop All the volunteers who work at the charity shop deserve a big pat on the back, but they DO need items to sell! - apparently the shelves are rather bare, so they would appreciate any unwanted saleable household goods, such as ornaments, glassware, crockery, pictures, clothing, garden tools, small items of furniture, jam jars for the jam makers! - in fact anything they can sell to make money to help the kennels. They have Ecocash for convenience - items can be dropped off at the Charity shop - 127e,Robert Mugabe Way. Kennel and Clinic Wish List If folk could donate any one of these items, that would be fantastic! Old blankets and towels, Newspapers,Tinned + Dried Pet Food for Dogs and Cats, Fly Smear, Old Crepe Bandages, Latex Gloves, Face Masks, Paper Towels, Disinfectant Wipes, Antiseptic Wound Spray, Dressings, Toys for Cats, Cat Carriers, Dog Boxes or Cages, Fly Spray, Bolt Cutters, Brooms both Soft and Stiff, Disposable Aprons, off cuts of Foam Rubber to cover donkey harnesses.. all can be dropped off at the Kennels, cnr of Magazine and Khami Road - if you can donate just one of these items.. it will improve the welfare of at least one animal - Thank You! ++++ ZIMBABWE ALZHEIMER'S AND RELATED DISORDERS ASSOCIATION (ZARDA) 0712 633 701 Cherylynn Young 0775 369 910 Sifiso Agbetorwoka zardabyo@gmail.com/www.zarda.org ZARDA is a support group for people with Dementia and their families and friends. Zarda was formed in 1998 and is registered as a Welfare Organization (PVO 40/05) Zarda is a full member of Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) who are based in London UK Objectives Our key objective is to give families and other Carers of affected persons, an opportunity to assist, encourage one another, to share and discover information regarding the conditions of Alzheimer's and Related Disorders. Create National awareness of Alzheimer's and Related Disorders. It is essential we dispel the myth and stigma associated with Dementia. Promote education, training of personnel in all parts of Zimbabwe and at all levels of service; in particular, those responsible for the care of patients and their families. Facilitate and develop activities aimed at improving the treatment, quality of life and wellbeing of people with Dementia and their Carers. We offer; Training for Primary and Domestic Carers Support Groups for Carers and families Information on all aspects of Dementia Family Support /Advice ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) PROPERTY FOR SALE OR TO RENT PROPERTY FOR SALE COMMERCIAL 1 CBD-shops on ground floor, Offices upper floor. Basement,storage. 2 KELVIN: Bakery & grinding factory, current use. 3. ESIGODINI - industrial stand 1 acre, fully serviced, with Title Deeds. HOUSES FOR SALE 1 ILANDA: Corner stand, 4 bedroomed, 2 lounges, large kitchen, 2 verandahs, 2 bathrooms (en-suite) with prolific borehole. 2. Hillside - b.u.i.- 4 bedroomed, 2 lounges, large kitchen, 2 bathrooms 3. TSHABALALA: Semi, extended comprising: 3 bedrooms, bathroom/wc, lounge/dining room, and kitchen. 4 PELANDABA - extended property with title deeds, 4 bedroomed, lounge, kitchen, separate bathroom and w/c and additional external w/c. 5 WORRINGHAM: Along Gwanda Road, 2.5 ha. 6 SELBOURNE BROOK - Stand, built to slab level. Deed of sale may be acceptable only to approved purchasers. Please contact IAN & CO. REAL ESTATE - (029) 2886626 or (029) 2886256 at 111 J Tongogara St., Between 11th/12th Avenues, Bulawayo. Cellphones: 0775 306 392 or 0712 871 455 or 0775 662 160 ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO HOUSES FOR SALE HOUSES FOR SALE RANGEMOORE This property is on approximately 3500m and has a working borehole. The house comprises of 3 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and is fenced and gated. MALINDELA - $90,000 Ideally situated, close to Mater Dei hospital, and Shopping Centres. This property comprises: Brick under tile, 3 bedrooms, bathroom, combined lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, lock - up garage, walled with sliding gate. Stand size: 1309m CBD - $120,000 This is property is located in the lower part of the city and has potential to be used as a doctor's surgery. This property comprises of: 3 Bedrooms, bathroom, dining room, lounge, study, kitchen, storeroom. TOWNHOUSE FOR SALE HUME PARK TOWNHOUSE - $100,000 BUT, 2 bedrooms, main - ensuite, separate bathroom. Lounge/Dining room combined, fitted kitchen, pantry, veranda, complex borehole, walled & gated. FLAT FOR SALE CBD - $35,000 Lounge, bedroom, bathroom and toilet, Kitchen. LAND FOR SALE KENSINGTON- Undeveloped 2 acre stands $30 000 KENSINGTON- Undeveloped 5 acre stands $50 000 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE SIZINDA - $180,000 Business opportunity in the heart of Sizinda. Double storey. Downstairs: Shop, 2 storerooms, kitchen and cold room 120m Upstairs: Bar and storeroom 120m OUT OF BULAWAYO BEIT BRIDGE - REDUCED TO $98,000 FOR QUICY SALE BUT, 3 Bedrooms, lounge, dining room, carport for 4 vehicles, enclosed veranda COTTAGE: 2 bedrooms. Property is walled and gated For these and other properties for sale phone (029) 2274581/3 (landline), Kelvin 0773 366 207, Bryan 0772238431, Probity 0782119972, email kelvin@rodor.co.zw or visit us on Property Book (Rodor Properties.co.zw) VALUATIONS We are registered with the VALUERS COUNCIL OF ZIMBABWE, and offer a complete and efficient service of Property Valuation for any purpose. For Valuations, phone (029) 224581/3 (landline), 0772238431, or email bryan@rodor.co.zw or sales@rodor.co.zw PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Our Property Management staff will be happy to assist you in securing suitable tenants for your property, and managing it thereafter. At present we have: HOUSE THORNGROVE: 3 Bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom and toilet - US$250 - Immediate occupation. FLAT CBD: 2 Bedrooms, fitted kitchen, bathroom and shower, separate toilet - US$500 - 1stJanuary For information on properties available for renting, or if you wish to place your property on our letting list, you are invited to contact us on (029) 2274581/3 (landline), resrents@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw WE NEED PROPERTIES FOR SALE AND TO RENT FOR REGISTERED BUYERS AND TENANTS ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa ++++ 12b) Acommodation 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 I am a mature young lady seeking employment as a Girl Friday. I have 2 years experience in general admin work as well as various receptionist duties. I am also computer literate with the knowledge of Pastel and Microsoft Office. Available to start immediately. Contact info: Catherine 077 241 3912 or sparrowprocurement@outlook.com ++++ 21) SERVICES Women's Empowerment Provisional Tuition at Crystal's Driving School in Jan 2022. A once off $10 registration fee is required to be apart of the above 3 week program ( excluding Saturdays & Sunday's ). No other money is required for tutoring at the school. Learning Material is given to you for " FREE " yes you heard me, for " FREE " . Registration opens on Monday the 13th of December until Friday the 31st of December. Contact 077 659 2654 for any queries. ++++ SERVICES 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 ++++ 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. ++++