Morning Mirror Edition 971 - 15/04/2022 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 The Privy Council It would appear that Australians and Americans have different posteriors to we Zimbabweans..... Now this is rather a delicate topic ....... but for years now, going way back to the sixties, we folk in Zimbabwe, upon visiting our "comfort stations" have been exposed to an unusual type of loo paper...... It all began in the days of sanctions before the dreaded UDI days. Before that our rear ends were pampered and spoilt, just like every one else's the world over. But when sanctions came, we were a resilient bunch and our manufacturers very wisely began to "save paper" They began to use recycled paper ( ) waste paper ( ) heaven forbid !!! Bright pink, blue and green toilet tissue of dubious quality replaced the soft silky loo paper of the past and we, in our patriotic fervour, naturally accepted this assault on our buttocks. After all it has saved the country countless millions in forex thus allowing us to spend our booty on more important imported items. And think of how many trees we have saved, I mean after all, what did one use for this most necessary application before the invention of toilet tissue Trees are important, foreign currency is important, but hang on, how much longer are we going to have to subject our derrieres to this peculiar sort of torture. Apart from the fact that this abrasive item clogs the loos, it also dyes our unmentionables a strange colour !! How I love to visit more affluent countries where the loo paper is downy soft, printed with delicate dolphins or roses and you don't need twenty yards of the stuff with which to do the necessary !! It was the visiting offspring who brought it to my attention, I mean after all one gets used to wartime spartan living doesn't one A deputation of little girls, visitors from far off climes, approached mother with fists full of US and Aussie dollars and suggested that they would be in charge of the loo tissue purchasing in the future, for at least the duration of their visit !! They told me in no uncertain terms that their sweet little pink callipygian cheeks had become used to being pandered to, and that no more were they going to subject their Australian and American butts to this peculiar brand of Zimbabwe torture... And so we sallied forth to the store with the imported goods, the store where one needs one's BIG cheque book, and there it was. The quilted quality loo paper that thrifty, miserly Mum had always refused to put in her shopping trolly. Four times the cost of the local loo rolls, it screamed at me from the bottom (No pun intended) of the trolly, I had to rip the price tag off the minute we got home in the fear that anyone would see just how much we were spending on the stuff. But the girls were happy thank goodness. They told me in no uncertain terms that their sweet little cheeks had become used to being pandered to, and that their suitcases would, in future, contain only soft luxurious loo rolls when they next come home for the holidays !! Come on Zimbabwe tissue pundits, why not let us be privy to your secrets, let us into your closet, why be the butt of our jokes, get with it and give us a break !! ++++ Watchdog 10UP MARKET, 7 MAY 2022 The 10UP MARKET brings together various groups of buyers and sellers in a spacious and relaxing environment. Many activities for the kids and family. The event will be at Busters Sports Club located at 47 Fairbridge Way, Hillside from 10 am to 6 pm. Braai, Tacos, Street food, Clothing, Jumping castles, Kitchenware, Solar products, Kid's literature and toys, Groceries, Toiletries, Tupperware, Bedding, Jewellery and Crafts. And so much more. Stalls are available from $10. Entry is $1 and kids under 12 enter free. Call 0773 451 484 for information. See you there! ++++ 2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds CONDOLENCES Hannes Botha The world is a poorer place after the passing of this remarkable man after a brave fight. Zimbabwe will never forget you Hannes, you were a true inspiration in our deepest hour of need. One of the most humble, most selfless, kindest and inspirational people I've had the pleasure of working with. His selfless service for the elderly has changed so many lives. Zimbabwean pensioners fund is Hannes Botha I know he is in great company now. You cannot fake what is inside. This man was an angel on earth. ++++ IN LOVING MEMORY OF ROGER IAN DANDRIDGE Roger passed away peacefully in Sonoma California on March 15, 2022. He is survived by Cheryl his wife of 50 years, brother Walter, sister Cheryl and numerous nieces and nephews. Roger was born in South Africa to Gerard (born Bulawayo) and Mairin (born South Africa) Dandridge in 1947. He attended Baines School and Northlea high school in Bulawayo, where he was an early member of Mr. Stewart's Pipe Band. Roger was a well respected and loved member of the community in Sonoma where he lived for 45 years. Easy-going and kind, he will be missed by many. We'd love to hear from you, please contact Cheryl his sister at: civilitea@yahoo.com ++++ BARBARA VILJOEN It is with much sadness we announce the passing my of mom Barbara Viljoen. She was 87, and was a force to be reckoned with, working hard her whole life. She had a daycare with my brothers were small, did catering, had cows, selling the milk and bred pigs, nagging the manager of Colcom into slaughtering and dressing them for her. She bought a band saw and would cut them up herself on the back of the pick up truck per customers specifications. They had 4 trading stores in the rural areas until they lost everything in two stores during the war. She then went to work at Milton School as a Cook Matron with her sister Cucks. She started her own successful business, Plant Decor Services in her early 50's and in later years was renowned for her jams and chutneys that she sold. Visitors always left the house with several bottles in their hands. Mom was involved in the Cake Icing Guild, Aloe and Succulent Society, and the Orchid Society, being a founding member of some of them. She made thousands of cakes over the years, for family and friends and clients . We often heard the mixer starting in the dark early morning hours because Mom couldn't sleep so would start baking. An avid gardener her favourite spot was sitting on her verandah overlooking the garden. She loved crosswords but couldn't spell very well, a Rosenfels family curse, and often would get to the end with a couple of words left, and when checking we would discover a spelling error that she had managed to work into the puzzle. Under her abrasive exterior Mom had a big heart and took many friends under her wing, taking care of their kids, fostering another child, rescuing another friend when she discovered her husband beat her, taking her into our home for a while. In her 80's Mom was donating jams etc to the various homes around Bulawayo and knitted hundreds of squares for blankets for the old people. I used to tell her, Mom you are an old people', but she never saw it. She cheated death on many occasion. She never had a surgery that didn't go septic, even having her ears pierced by the doctor because she was scared and they went septic too. I flew home for heart failure when she wasn't expected to last the weekend. A brain aneurysm that she had for two years, flying down to Joburg for surgery and discovering in the preop scan that it had unraveled. Two years ago undergoing her hernia op and nearly dying. I used to tell her that whenever she was close, God would look down and say 'not yet, I still want my peace and quiet' and she would laugh and reply, too true my Moi. Mom you touched a lot of lives, mostly unseen by others. This is a new journey for you, with Dad, Mark Charmaine and your siblings who have been in your thoughts so much these past weeks. I would say May you Rest In Peace, but I don't think you know how. Love and miss you. Moira, Beverly, Grace and David. ++++ 3) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 E-mail: mailto:zam@gatorzw.co.uk The Academy office is closed for Easter and Trade Fair weeks and re-opens on Tuesday 3 May. THURSDAYS 5, 12 & 19 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. LINE OF DUTY: SERIES 5 An organised crime group (OCG) hijacks a police convoy transporting seized drugs and kills three armed officers. The ambush draws the attention of AC-12, who investigate whether or not someone leaked information of the police convoy to the OCG which in turn leads them to Operation Pear Tree, a highly classified undercover operation which is itself set up to expose links between organised criminality and the police service. - With epic interrogation scenes, surprise betrayals, grisly murders, untold secrets, massive twists... well, it's just good to be back. [Radio Times] - It's absolutely a must watch. It really builds up incrementally. Blinding, I loved it. [BBC.com] - Season five has been a joyous ride and held the audience captive for the past six weeks. [Daily Express] Admission: US$2.00 ($5.00 the series) [free to Film Members] FRIDAY 6 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. LA BAYADERE - BALLET An iconic 19th-century Russian ballet, La Bayadere was originally performed in St Petersburg in 1877, and has remained in the Russian repertoire ever since. It remained unknown in the West until the Kirov Ballet toured with the Kingdom of the Shades scene in 1961. Natalia Makarova saw La Bayadere as a child in Leningrad, creating this version of Petipa's ballet in 1980, and it was first performed by The Royal Ballet in 1989. As well as the famous Kingdom of the Shades, it contains roles of very different styles for two ballerinas in Nikiya and Gamzatti, a spectacular virtuoso solo for the Bronze Idol, a stunning pas de deux for Solor with both Nikiya and Gamzatti and much more. In this Royal Ballet production, Nikiya is danced by Altynai Asylmuratova, Gamzatti by Darcey Bussell, Solor by Irek Mukhamedov and the Bronze Idol by Tetsuya Kumakawa. - The dancing of the principal soloists is quite simply superb. [Musicweb International] - This is a ballet that truly has something for everyone: a sumptuously melodic score by Minkus, a plot as thumpingly dramatic as any old-time children's Saturday movie matinee or silent-screen film, with class and a redeeming whiff of ballet history. It also has exciting lead roles for four dancers. And the performers here are international stars. [New York Times] Admission: US$2.00 [free to Red Carpet Members] ++++ 4) Congratulations ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column ++++ 8) Bulawayo News ++++ 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 - The following houses/flats are all recent listings, and well worth viewing. Contact us for further information, if you are interested in any. HILLSIDE - $150,000 Spectacular view of the Bulawayo. In the process of being renovated, 2 Cottages. MALINDELA - $85,000 - Brick under tile, 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms HILLSIDE - $80,000 Brick under asbestos, 3 Bedrooms BARHAM GREEN - $95,000 Brick under tile, 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms KILLARNEY - $82,000 Brick under tile, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, ground size 4747m FLATS FOR SALE CBD -$41,000 One bedroom, lounge, dining room, bathroom, kitchen, enclosed veranda. TOWN HOUSE - $80,000 Two bedrooms, lounge/ dining room, fitted kitchen, pantry, complex borehole. RESIDENTAL STANDS: FOR SALE BURNSIDE - $45,000 : 4200m MONTGOMERY - 6 acres, with a seasonal borehole $100,000. BUENA VISTA - $27,000 : 4345m KINGSDALE - $30,000 : 4465m UMGUZA - $130,000 : 5 acres SONDELANI (HOPEVILLE) - $18,000: 583m COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE CBD - $185,000 (Robert Mugabe Way) Valuable property for sale, 5 Offices, 3 storerooms, ladies and gents toilets. OUT OF BULAWAYO - PROPERTIES FOR SALE BINGA - $250,000 Stone under thatch, 4 bedrooms, sparkling swimming pool, gated and fenced BINGA - $100,000 BUT, 3 bedrooms, swimming pool, fenced and gated. Gazebo. BEIT BRIDGE - $110,000 (NEGOTIABLE) Brick under tile, 3 Bedrooms, lounge, carport for 4 vehicles, enclosed veranda. COTTAGE: Brick under tile, 3 Bedrooms, lounge, carport for 4 vehicles, enclosed veranda COTTAGE: 2 bedrooms. Property is walled and gated. HWANGE - $85,000 Built on Baobab Hill, close to the Baobab Hotel, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fitted kitchen, fenced 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 (rodorproperties.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) 2274581/3 (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: MATSHEUMHLOPE: 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, cottage, walled & gated: US$600 1 June UPPER RANGEMORE 15km from Bulawayo City Centre. Plot 12.5 acres to let. 2 working boreholes, solar geyser, fitted kitchen: US$700 immediate. COMMERCIAL Donnington - double storey - factory/offices/good parking area situated on 6000m of land. Must be seen to be appreciated - Full details on enquiry 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 Hours of Business: Monday to Fridays: 8am - 4.30pm Saturdays: 8am - 11am WE NEED PROPERTIES FOR SALE AND TO RENT, FOR REGISTERED BUYERS AND TENANTS ++++ 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 Searching for members of the Vonk family. Johannes Vonk and Hilda( not certain of her name ) arrived in Bulawayo from the Netherlands in the 1950's. They had four children. If anyone has any information about them ,their children or grandchildren, please contact email cirvine@quista.net Many thanks, Dave Simpson. ++++ 20 ) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature trustworthy lady able to work under pressure with minimum supervision, experienced in administration. O levels and a Pitman Diploma Please contact 0719476038 ++++ SITUATION VACANT SOUGHT FOR A BULAWAYO NURSING HOME - A RECENTLY RETIRED, WELL EXPERIENCED SRN TO CARRY OUT DAY SHIFT DUTIES THE SUCCESSFUL INCUMBENT WILL HAVE EXPERIENCE IN WORKING WITH THE ELDERLY AND HAVE HAD EXPOSURE TO PERSONS SUFFERING FROM DEMENTIA AND ALZHEIMER'S AS WELL AS ALL AGE RELATED CONDITIONS. PLEASE EMAIL YOUR APPLICATION ATTACHING COPIES OF YOUR CURRENT PRACTISING CERTIFICATE, TRAINING CERTIFICATES ETC AND AN UP TO DATE CV TO edithduly@netconnect.co.zw ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature, friendly, well spoken lady seeks employment as a house-keeper or child-minder. Able to look after the elderly and children. Can start immediately. Preferably live out but can stay in if there is space. Please contact 0776 310 482 or 0712 988 105 ++++ VACANCY - ACCOUNTANTExpiry Date: 31 March 2022 Almond Africa, Bulawayo Branch is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill an opening within our company as an Accountant. Qualifications: Minimum Requirements: - Honours degree or equivalent in Accounts, Finance or similar (ACCA, CIS) - At least 2 years proven work experience in a similar role - Proficient computer skills, particularly spreadsheet software - Criminal Free Record - Clean Class 4 Driver's License Desired attributes : - Business acumen and interest - Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) - Hands-on experience with accounting software like Pastel, QuickBooks and FreshBooks - Experience with general ledger functions - Organisational skills and the ability to manage deadlines - Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills - Additional certification (CPA or CMA) is a plus Role: - Ensure timely bank payments to internal and external stakeholders - Prepare budget forecasts - Process monthly, quarterly and annual tax returns and payments - Manage all accounting transactions, including petty cash - Prepare and present monthly management accountsand report on the company's financial health and liquidity - Handle annual closings - Reconcile accounts payable and receivable - Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements - Audit financial transactions and documents - Reinforce financial data confidentiality and conduct database backups when necessary - Comply with financial policies and regulations - Coordinate monthly and annual stocktake - Prepare foreign currency bid documentation - Circulate monthly quotes to clients - Debt collection Successful candidates will be required to provide police clearance Almond Africa is an equal opportunities employer. Please forward CV and application letter, copies of all academic and professional certificates and at least two reference letters to hr@almondafrica.com ++++ I am a lady aged 35 years and has vast experience in accounts and administration. I hold qualifications with CIS part c and also am enrolled with lupane university studying bachelor's in accounting and finance as a block student. looking for a fulltime job. I am really hardworking and willing to learn. Yours faithfully Sharon Mapfumo 0772366743 ++++ Lady aged 23yrs seeks position as a receptionist/office lady. Is hardworking and has potential. Has experience & to start immediately. Contact/App : 0786 891 406 ++++ Seeking employment A mature lady who is well organised, trustworthy and experienced in all round office work (secretary/PA), projects administration and general events management is looking for any suitable position. Have traceable references. Contact 0772 896688 or 0292 481039 by call or Whats app. ++++ Seeking employment Mature lady seeks employment as a nurse aide. Able to do day or night duty. Very friendly, well spoken person. Live out preferred. Please contact 0771541192 ++++ A lady looking for employment as a beauty therapy (assistant). Knows the basics of manicure, pedicure, facials and make-up. Is cheerful and gentle. Willing to perfect skills & wants to start soonest. Contact/App : 0786 891 406 ++++ Lady seeking a post as a receptionist.Has had experience working at a Finance and Business Consultancy Company for a couple of months.Capable of receiving phone calls, delivering messages and booking appointments for clients Contact No/WhatsApp 0786891406 ++++ 21) SERVICES THE SECURITY PEOPLE (PVT) LTD - ELECTRIC & MANUAL GATE INSTALLATIONS - ELECTRIC GATE REPAIRS - SUPPLY FIT & REPAIR INSTALLATION & REMOTES - ALARM INSTALLATIONS & REPAIRS - GARAGE DOOR INSTALLATION & REPAIRS - SUPPLY & INSTALL SCREEN DOORS & BURGLAR BARS - BATTERIES AND REMOTES - ANTI-THEFT GATE MOTOR CAGES BURGLAR BARS 810 8th FLOOR CHRYSOTILE HOUSE PARKADE CENTRE CNR FIRE STREET & 8th AVE BULAWAYO CELL: CALVIN 077 280 3091 or 0772803067 ++++ Clayton Tree Felling Service. Excellent service and not too pricey!! +263 77 370 4385. ++++ BOREHOLE AND WATER SERVICES For all domestic, industrial and farming water installations, please contact Bancroft and Neil Water for an efficient and professional service. Our products include, Borehole drilling, Pump installation, Pump repairs, Capacity testing, Spares, and Bulk water delivery. Contact: Vusumuzi Sinyoka on 0772775136, or Wonder Chikware on 0773490818. Phone: 2880844/2880846/2881074 ++++ 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 ++++ SWIMMING POOL SERVICES & MAINTENANCE Sanctifyd Recreation offers weekly and fortnight pool maintenance and service contracts. We also specialize in swimming pool refurbishments, construction and remodeling. For all your swimming pool solutions Contact Mr Ncube https://wa.me/263774767707 or https://wa.me/263787632085 ++++ 22) Health And Beauty ++++ 23) Tuition For one-on-one tuition in IGCSE & A Level Geography please WhatsApp Mr. Abu at 0026775047685 or email da@maruapula.org. I will be in Bulawayo from 11 April and will bring tuition to your home. ++++ 24) Miscellaneous For Sale ++++ 25) Wanted To Buy or Sell FOR SALE Good secondhand sewing machine, 30 stitches. Brand new in a box popcorn making machine, Dart-board brand new in a box. For prices and pictures please contact 0772 489 847 ++++ 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 07784955 99 ++++ 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. ++++