Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 996 - 19/10/2022

FISHING BLUES

Having spent five days feeling sorry for myself while HeeHoo has been away fishing, I have had time to reflect on life in Zimbabwe. The small things have enveloped me, things like the unexpected power cuts, which always appear worst when one is alone (and not the most courageous person in the world!) Small things like the absence of municipal water for four days out of every week....

One learns to be disciplined. Lock up early before sundown, not only to keep out any burglars, but also to keep out the mosquitoes... Keep ones torch in a safe place for when the power goes unexpectedly. Fill buckets with water for when one needs to flush the loo. Yes some of the more fortunate amongst us, have all the generators, tanks, boreholes that have become necessary in Zimbabwe, but remember the borehole needs power to work and I am too cowardly to make the journey into the pitch black garage to turn on the generator... To console myself I salivate at the thought of fresh bream fillets with slices of lemon that HeeHoo will hopefully bring home.

On the flip side of the coin, the sun has been shining non stop, we definitely have one of the best climates in the world. The birds clamour to be heard, a bevy of Arrow Marked Babblers has taken to knocking on the bronzed bathroom window, furious with their adversaries in the mirrored refection. The sky is typically grey as the rain clouds thrust around in the very, very, very upper levels. Sundown is enchanting as the sun catches the purple canopy of our now legendary Jacarandas. The municipality has filled the potholes in our road with sand, a brief respite before the rains, of cars thundering and clattering along the bumpy road.

One needs to change one's mindset I persuade myself. 'I pretend I am not in Suburbia as I once knew it, I am camping at Tashinga on the banks of the Zambezi'. HeeHoo would get a crowd of us young marrieds to Tashinga every year. An eight hour road trip to Kariba, a five hour trawl across Lake Kariba in the ancient tub 'The Desmond', followed by hilarious times hauling all the camping equipment, including the beer fridge and baby formula, onto dry land.

Babies in prams and all!! This was not 'glamping' quite the opposite. Bare earth underfoot, a tarpaulin stretched between the trees. Nothing between you and the elephants, buffalo and lions!! One is invincible when in ones early thirties.... An open fire on which to cook, water fetched from the Zambezi in a bucket, never mind the crocs and hippos.

With all that behind me, surely I can deal with a couple of mosquitoes on my own!!

Watchdog

*HUGE* congratulations to one of our own amazing Suburbs residents - Neal Leach, aged 74 - for his incredible effort of cycling from the east of Zimbabwe to the west in just six days supporting old age pensioners through The Community Action Trust UK/Zim.

This mammoth cycling journey from Honde Valley in the Eastern Highlands over numerous iconic bridges, many and more hills than we care to count, and over numerous pot holes dodging trucks, cows and goats, he will end his bicycle ride at the back car park of Ascot Shopping Centre in Bulawayo.

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CHARITIES IN ZIMBABWE

Have you been looking for a charity to support, or an initiative to get involved with We have put together a directory of all the active charities and community initiatives in Zimbabwe, and we will be updating it regularly. If you would like to know more you can visit the online page here: https://www.lsdesigns.co.zw/projects/charities-in-zimbabwe/, and join our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/charitiesinzim

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THE 48th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
of the
BULAWAYO SOCIETY FOR THE ADULT BLIND
will be held at the
BARBARA BURRELL CENTRE FOR THE ADULT BLIND
8 SARAH BAIN AVE, ILANDA, BULAWAYO

on

THURSDAY, 27 OCTOBER , 2022 at 5.15 PM

INTERESTED PARTIES WELCOME.

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2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds

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3) Notices and Events

YOGA WITH RUTH

I am a certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Introductory Level.
Please don't think you have to be 'fit', 'supple' or 'young' to
participate in a yoga class. Yoga is for everyone, no matter your age
or ability. I have been trained to modify a pose to anyone's level, or
offer an alternative pose.
Iyengar Yoga focuses on body alignment, and props are used to enhance
your ability to execute and enjoy yoga classes.
Yoga helps with:
- Muscle tone and flexibility
- Bone density
- Your sense of wellbeing
- Balance
- Healthier ageing
I teach on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning at Still Haven - 18
Lawely Road Suburbs Bulawayo
Will be happy to answer any queries.
Contact details:
Ruth Galloway
Email: ruthgalloway64@gmail.com
Cell: +263 772 251 510

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ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO

Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 E-mail: music@gatorzw.co.uk

Supper will be available before DVD showings but orders for evening meals
must be placed in advance. Further details from adelaide.muchetu@gmail.com -
or phone/WhatsApp 0774 004 449

THURSDAYS 20, & 27 OCTOBER AT 6.30 P.M. LINE OF DUTY: SERIES 6
Series Six of Line of Duty continues!
- The first episode might have represented an unusually slow trundle to the
top of the ride. Yet now that we've got there, the ride itself looks like
giving us our money's
Admission: US$2.00 [Free to Film Members]

FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER AT 6.30 P.M. PUCCINI: LA RONDINE
This elegant romance is the least-known work of the mature Puccini. The
story concerns a kept woman who defies convention to chase a dream of
romantic love with an earnest, if naive, young man. In this Met Opera

production featuring soprano Angela Gheorghiu and tenor Roberto Alagna, it
blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon.
- Ms.Gheorghiu, as Magda, sings with gleaming sound and wonderfully dusky
colourings. The conductor, Marco Armiliato draws a nuanced and supple
performance from the orchestra. [The New York Times]
- I have never heard Alagna sing better, and Gheorghiu is at her sumptuous
best. There are comparably beautiful performances by the younger couple,
Marius Brenciu and Lisette Oropesa. [New York Daily News]
- Armiliato's conducting captures the right warmth, and the former Dream
Team still look superb... Overall, then, this is a fine performance that
undoubtedly confirms Rondine's renewed status.
5 out of 5 stars. [BBC Music Magazine]
Admission: US$2.00 [free to Red Carpet Members]

FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER AT 6.30 P.M. THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE
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production featuring soprano Angela Gheorghiu and tenor Roberto Alagna, it
blooms into its rightful place in the glorious Puccini canon.
- Ms.Gheorghiu, as Magda, sings with gleaming sound and wonderfully dusky
colourings. The conductor, Marco Armiliato draws a nuanced and supple
performance from the orchestra. [The New York Times]
- I have never heard Alagna sing better, and Gheorghiu is at her sumptuous
best. There are comparably beautiful performances by the younger couple,
Marius Brenciu and Lisette Oropesa. [New York Daily News]
- Armiliato's conducting captures the right warmth, and the former Dream
Team still look superb... Overall, then, this is a fine performance that
undoubtedly confirms Rondine's renewed status.
5 out of 5 stars. [BBC Music Magazine]
Admission: US$2.00 [free to Red Carpet Members]

FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER AT 6.30 P.M. THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE

Innocent country girl Millie (Julie Andrews) arrives in Twenties New York
determined to vamp it up and become 'thoroughly modern'. She instantly marks
out her new boss, Trevor Graydon (John Gavin), as a future husband, makes a
new friend in the innocent Miss Dorothy (Mary Tyler Moore) and takes rooms
in an establishment run by Mrs Meers (Beatrice Lillie) - unaware that the
latter is in fact a white slave trader! When Mrs Meers attempts to abduct
Miss Dorothy, Millie calls upon paper clip salesman Jimmy (James Fox) and
high society jazz babe Muzzy (Carol Channing) for help

- Very underrated Julie Andrews musical, a cult favourite for many,
including myself. [Video-Reviewmaster.com]
- The cast and crew perform admirably in this light farce that is almost too
sweet for its own good! A must-see movie for all ages. [Amazon]
- A trio of talented dames took hold of this musical and breathed life into
it. Set in the age of the flapper, there are references to the silent
picture era, beautiful musical numbers, and the always flamboyant and full
of zeal Carol Channing. Amazing. [Rotten Tomatoes]
- A crazy but enjoyable parody of the films and fashion trends during the
1920s, it has everything from jazz music to silent movie title cards, and
there is a hilarious kidnapping subplot tied in with the main storyline

lot of laughs - and a lot of great toe tapping twenties music. [IMDb]
Admission: US$2.00 [Free to Film Members]

NOVEMBER
Thursday 3 NovemberWater for Elephants
Friday 4 NovemberDelibes: Sylvia
Thursday 10 NovemberStar Wars V: The Empire Strikes Back
Friday 11 NovemberConcert including Faure's Requiem
Thursday 17 NovemberThe Rainmaker [released on 18 November 1997]
Thursday 24 NovemberAlien Resurrection [released on 26 November 1997]

Links to Bulawayo Advertisers:- Natural History Museum Events National Railway Museum Bulawayo 1872 National Gallery of Zim -Bulawayo Bulawayo City Bulawayo Golf Club Bulawayo News 24 Bulawayo Motoring Club Natural History Museum of Zimbabwe Bulawayo Publicity Bulawayo Railway Museum Bulawayo Societies - 2010 Bulawayo Theatre Club Chipangali Friends of Hwange Falcon College Hillside Dams Island Hospice Matobo Conservation Society The Bulawayo Club S.P.C.A. Bulawayo Shelter Tree Society of Zimbabwe Wildlife & Environment Zimbabwe Zimbabwe info

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4) Congratulations

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5) Roses And Raspberries

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6) Pets Column

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8) Bulawayo News

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9) Harare And Gweru News

Zim Websites:- facebook.com/EnvironmentAfrica

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10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses

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11) Property For Sale or to Rent

COTTAGE AVAILABLE

Lovely cottage in garden surroundings for rent to single person. Secure, solar available when no zesa and small fee for zesa. No cats please but small dog allowed as have big male dog.
No chancers please and reference required. $300.00

Please email. angiemeadows12@gmail.com

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Nozizwe Mother of Nations - I know you are all familiar by now with Iris, the incredible lady who runs this foundation Iris has been house hunting for some time as she needs to vacate her present home by month end 31st October 2022.

Please please let her know if you hear of anything available budget - 400 maximum, areas preferred Bradfield , Famona, Malindela suburbs etc anywhere central , where she can continue helping underprivileged communities .

Iris can be contacted on +263 7 72241552 or email irismhlanga@gmail.com .

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Looking to rent or (possibly buy) small farm with water, some outbuildings and house with grazing min 100 Hectares from Umguza north past the toll gate on Victoria Falls road up to Gwaayi area for horses.
Please contact via whatsapp 0772256434

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RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED
5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO

HOUSES FOR SALE

RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED
5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO

HOUSES FOR SALE:
HILLSIDE: Brick-under-slate-tile home on two levels. Features include fitted kitchen with built-in oven and hob, three bedrooms two bathrooms. Working borehole, attractive garden, triple garage and double carport. Walled and gated $220000.
HILLSIDE: Brick-under- iron, three-bedroomed home in quiet area, Walled and fenced around for security. $100,000.
KILLARNEY: Reasonably priced, three-bedroomed property. Situated on 4747m. Walled, fenced and gated. $82,000
MATSHEUMHLOPE: Lovely neat property on two stands. Brick under tile, family home. Swimming-pool, borehole, solar power. Attractive garden. Must be seen to be appreciated $230,000
MALINDELA: Lovely brick-under-tile, three- bedroomed home, with fitted oven/hob. Ideally situated close to shops, hospital, sports clubs and C.B.D. Borehole, swimming-pool (needs attention), neat garden. Realistically priced at $95,000

FLAT FOR SALE
HILLSIDE: Modern, open-plan, one-bedroomed flat. $65000

TOWN HOUSE - $80,000 (negotiable) Two bedrooms, lounge / dining room, fitted kitchen, pantry, complex borehole.

PLOTS & FARMS: FOR SALE
NYAMANDHLOVU: 25 square kilometers, ideal for cattle ranching. 2 Boreholes. $1.2 million.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR SALE
Central Business District - House on large stand. Ideal for offices, plenty of parking - $200,000

OUT OF BULAWAYO - PROPERTIES FOR SALE
We have properties for sale in Beit Bridge, Binga, Harare, Hwange, Mlibizi, Mutare, Redcliff, and Plumtree.
High/Low density, residential, commercial and holiday homes. $85,000 -$250,000. Full details on enquiry

For these and other properties for sale phone (029) 2274581/3 (landline),
Bryan 0772238431 (bryan@rodor.co.zw), Probity 0782119972 (probity@rodor.co.zw), Cindy 0784553171 (cindy@rodor.co.zw) Visit us on our website (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), 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.

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES TO LET
HILLSIDE: 3 Bedrooms, fitted kitchen, dining room, bathroom with toilet, separate toilet, walled and gated: US$600. Available 1st November
KILLARNEY: three bedrooms, en-suite bathroom, fitted kitchen, Walled and gated. Immediate. $550
MAHATSHULA: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Walled and gated. Immediate. $550

FLAT
CBD - Ground Floor: CCTV and 24 hour caretaker. 2 Bedrooms. Available 1st November. $400

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TO LET.
Close to CBD - Sizes range from 84m to 285m. Monthly rentals from US$360 to US$660 per month. Terms and conditions apply. Visit us at Rodor Properties, 5A, 9th Avenue

FACTORY TO LET:
DONNINGTON: Factory 3000 square metres, with excellent parking. .Available immediately. $3600

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY WANTED
Factory/warehouse/offices, for waiting tenants.

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), mailto: resrents@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw, or visit our offices at 5A 9th Avenue, between Robert Mugabe Way and Josiah Tongogara Avenue.

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. ALL VIEWERS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A MEMBER OF OUR STAFF

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SPECIAL SERVICES

A.A. AUCTIONS

ATTENTION BULAWAYO and GWERU RESIDENTS and ESTATE EXECUTORS.
AA Auctions, Tenders & Private Sales of Harare having started in
Bulawayo 1978 have made a special discounted arrangement with
Biddulphs Removals to transport (carriage forward) high quality only
household contents particularly antiques & vintiques to Harare for
sale at good USD prices!

Contact directors David or Frances Hawkins 0772307383 or 0772341320 respectively
Email info@aaauctionszw.com
Website www.aaauctionszw.com for Specialist Sales Services!

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IAN & CO. REAL ESTATE
111 JOSIAH TONGOGARA STREET,
BETWEEN 11TH /12TH AVENUE

PROPERTIES FOR SALE
CBD - US$260 000
Commercial Property suitable for a Doctor's Practice comprising of a reception area, waiting area, consultation room, medical procedures room, kitchen, domestic quarters, ideally located close to other medical facilities, also suitable for office use.

THORNGROVE - US$375 000
Well situated property comprising offices, warehouses, ablution areas, working borehole, suitable for warehousing, bulk wholesaling, workshop, close to the CBD, walled and gated

BURNSIDE - US$150 000
Situated in a good part of Burnside is a single storey home comprising 3 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom, TV lounge, Lounge, dining area, kitchen, 3 roomed domestic quarters, carports, workshop area, swimming pool (empty), walled and gated. Stand Size - 4047 square metres.

ILANDA - US$150 000
Brick under tile, in good condition comprising 3 bedrooms, main ensuite, family bathroom, TV lounge, lounge, dining area, spacious kitchen, 2 roomed domestic quarters, garage, working borehole, walled and gated.

KUMALO - US$175 000
Neat family home comprising 4 bedrooms, main ensuite, TV lounge, lounge, study, neatly fitted kitchen, breakfast nook, dining area, 2 roomed domestic quarters, double carport, working borehole, braai area, walled and gated.

For more information call Kelvin on +263 773 366 207, Mihla on +263 772 478 287 us on (0292)886626 or email at sales@ian.co.zw, letting@ian.co.zw. Visit us on our website ian.co.zw

Bulawayo Estate Agents:- Anita's Real Estate Rodor properties Pvt Ltd Ian & Co. Real Estate R.E.D. Property

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12) Accommodation in South Africa

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12b) Accommodation in Botswana

Accommodation Out Of Zimbabwe:- Four Seasons, J'bg Hoopoe Haven Guest Lodge Fourways, J'bg Avoca Vale Country Hotel Louis Trichardt

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13) Accomodation and Travel In Zimbabwe

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Some places to stay in Zim:- Matopos:- Maleme Rest Camp www.zimparks.org Big Cave Camp Granite Park Lodges The Musketeers Lodge 9km on Matopos Rd Matobo Hills Lodge Byo:- Burnside Cottage Churchill Hotel Rainbow Hotel Southern Comfort Lodge Travellers Guest House Eastern Highlands:- Frog And Fern In Chimanimani Kariba:- Kulizwe Lodge Binga - shores of Lake Kariba Kariba Accomodation Hwange:- Miombo Lodge Dete Situated Hwange National Park/Dete Rd Hwange Safari Lodge NEHIMBA living with the Elephants Lake Mutirikwi (Kyle):- Norma Jeans Lakeview Ghonarezhou game reserve:- www.facebook.com/ChiloGorge Vic Falls:- Victoria Falls Hotel

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14) Catering and Food

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A few places to eat in Bulawayo:- Arizona Grill House in the Holiday Inn Banff Lodge Coffee cafe Book and Bean caf at Bradfield Shopping Centre Bulawayo Club Bulawayo Golf Club www.golfzone.co.zw Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel Camp Amalinda Cattleman - 12th Avenue Deja-vu Country Club www.golfzone.co.zw Frangos- 12th Avenue Friar Tucks Gallery Coffee Shop - Fort Street https://nationalgallery.co.zw Garden Restaurant - 54 Park Rd Granite Ridge - Matobo Hills Hillside Dams Tea Room Hillside Bowling Club Holiday Inn - Arizona Grill House Horizon Restaurant & Bar - Pioneer House, Fife Street Hotel Rio, Old Esigodini Rd Hunt's Boma 22 Jaywick Rd Matsheumhlope Indaba Book Caf & Sandwich Bar Mary's Restaurant - opp Medical Cent Maxies Massimo's - Ascot Shopping Centre Nemo's Resturant - Hillside Bowling Club Nesbitt Castle - Percy Avenue New Orleans - Banff Road Pergola Restaurant 22 Jaywick Rd Matsheumhlope River Cafe -12th Ave Deja-vu and more !!

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15) Vehicles for Sale and Hire

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16) Travel and Tours

Bulawayo Travel Agents & Tour Company's:- African Wanderer Antelope Park Big Cave Camp Black Rhino Safaris Eco Logical Safaris & Travel Greyhound Coach Service - Byo to Joburg

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17) Computers And Electronics

Bulawayo Computers:- Internet at Netconnect.co.zw

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18) Lifts Wanted And Offered

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19) Seeking Friends

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20) Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant

We are looking for an experienced, mature gardener. Must have contactable references. Accommodation provided, free lights and water.
Interested persons please submit c/v and copies of references to 3 Esperanza, Hume Park, Bulawayo. No chancers please.

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SEEKING EMPLOYMENT

Seasoned woman, aged 50+ years with extensive knowledge & experience in the Travel & Tourism field.
Looking for a new & exciting challenge. Holder of a clean class 4 driver's licence & valid passport.
Available to start work immediately on-site or remotely. WhatsApp: 0774573974

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Seeking a position as a gardener.

Agent has experience with gardens.
His number is 0717055410

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21) Services

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

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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

Bulawayo Services:- Acol Chemical Bulawayo Bulawayo's Online Business Directory

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22) Health And Beauty

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23) Tuition

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24) Miscellaneous For Sale

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25) Wanted To Buy or Hire

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26) Clothing And Fashion

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27) Boats and Fishing

Bulawayo Water Activities:- www.ChaseMarine.com

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28) Garden, Decor And Home

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

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