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On most days when I am completely in my element whilst working on something, I plug in my earpods and let the world fade. More often than not, it’s the music of Lindsey Stirling that fills my ears. I gravitate toward the violin because I don’t want lyrics distracting my thoughts, just the purity of […]

Not based on age.Not based on experience.Not based on confidence. Driving is based on mindset. Every road has three types of drivers. 1. The Reactive DriverThis driver waits for something to happen  and then responds.They brake when others brake.They swerve when something appears.They think in the moment, not ahead of it. Their driving is last-minute, […]

Saturday morning at Newlands Shops was transformed into a vibrant, car-free hub of activity as the community gathered for an exciting Open Streets event. The initiative created a safe and welcoming space where families, friends, cyclists and even walkers could enjoy a fun-filled morning while promoting sustainable transport, physical activity and social connection. The event […]

Hi All Once a year, for the past 15 years, Debbie Jeans along with the Cancer Association and Triathlon Zimbabwe put together an extremely well organised Triathlon to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer (Pink). The latest one was held yesterday at the Mount Pleasant Swimming pool and this year they decided to combine […]

Hi All January is always a very busy month for us at Softrite, and this year was no different with us adding an option to our Adaski payroll software to use Zimra’s Averaging method for calculating PAYE. So, I felt quite justified in jumping on an Emirates plane heading off to see my kids and grandchildren in […]

A real-life road collision where a seatbelt saved her life…….This story was sent to us… and it left us deeply emotional. On February 13th, 2026, a mother was being driven home with her two young children. Just five minutes from safety. Just five minutes from home. An oncoming car approached with bright lights. They shifted […]

Driving without a licence is not brave.It is not clever.It is not harmless. It is reckless. A driver’s licence is not just a card. It represents training, testing, accountability, and a minimum standard of competence required to share the road safely. No licence means no verified training.No proven understanding of road rules.No confirmation that a […]

On long journeys, it’s common to see front-seat passengers resting their feet on the dashboard.It looks relaxed.It feels comfortable. But it is one of the most dangerous positions anyone can sit in inside a moving vehicle. In a collision, airbags deploy from the dashboard at extremely high speed. This force is designed to protect a […]

This past Sunday, the Mount Pleasant Pool was alive with energy as athletes, families, and supporters gathered for the seventh selection race of the season. Proudly sponsored by Arundel Village, the event once again showcased the resilience and determination of Zimbabwe’s triathlon community. The littlies, brimming with excitement, splashed into the pool with wide smiles, […]

There was a time when being on the road meant more than simply getting from Point A to Point B. It meant responsibility. Courtesy. An unspoken agreement that every life on the road mattered. Today, something has changed. Not just the condition of our roads, but the culture on them. We are witnessing a steady […]

I recently attended a lively and heartwarming fundraiser quiz hosted by the National Association of Garden Clubs of Zimbabwe (NAGC). The room buzzed with energy as teams with catchy names like Northern Lights, Smarty Pants, and the crowd-favourite White Hair Wisdom tackled questions, shared laughs, and embraced a spirit of friendly competition. One of the highlights of the afternoon […]

Earlier today, I found myself driving behind a vehicle that was releasing thick black smoke so dense that I had to fall far back just to see the road ahead. This wasn’t a brief puff.It was constant.Visibility disappeared.The air became foul.And every driver behind was forced to react. This is not just unpleasant. It is […]

As the back-to-school season begins across Zimbabwe, many families are balancing school fees, uniforms, fuel, groceries, and daily transport costs. While budgets may be under pressure, road safety is never optional. Zimbabwean roads demand extra care. Changing weather, damaged surfaces, livestock, pedestrians, and unexpected breakdowns can turn an ordinary trip into a serious situation. Please […]

One of the things on my list for 2026 is to learn new skills while having fun. To kickstart the year, I decided to attend a crafting workshop with Craft&Co, which they host almost every weekend at Luna’s. These workshops are designed to be both relaxing and inspiring. In a supportive, hands-on environment, participants can […]

A new year arrives without a sound, no fireworks where truth is found. Just quiet moments, soft and still, A chance to pause… to reset the wheel. We carry lessons, scars, and grace from every road we’ve had to face. Some journeys are clear, some are hard to see. Some taught us patience painfully. Not […]

Every last week of December, I make it a tradition to visit my mother in a different town. What once felt like frustrating network challenges during these visits has revealed itself to be something far more valuable; it has become a deliberate social media detox. In that quiet space, I recoup, align my thoughts, plan […]

If you put a pair of binoculars on Jupiter, you will see some of its four brightest moons, appearing as little specks of light on either side of the giant planet. Galileo was the first to see these moons. That they orbit another planet destroyed the belief that everything in the universe revolves around Earth. […]

Over the years, a subtle shift has occurred on our roads. Not only in the number of vehicles we see or the technology we use, but in the mindset of the people behind the wheel. There was a time when road safety was a personal matter. When the Highway Code mattered. When courtesy was expected, […]

From the moment I stepped into Borrowdale Country Club last Friday evening, the air was alive with festive cheer, twinkling fairy lights draped across the stalls, the sound of carols floating through the night, and the irresistible aroma of indulgent bites and cheerful sips that set the festive mood. The buzz of families and friends […]

I went out to Monavale Vlei on Sunday morning to join a guided wetland walk, what an experience that turned out to be. Monavale is one of Zimbabwe’s seven Ramsar sites, internationally recognised for its ecological importance under the Ramsar Convention, which was signed in 1971 in the Iranian city of Ramsar to protect wetlands […]

December doesn’t magically create bad drivers. It creates overwhelmed people who carry their stress straight onto the road. Road behaviour is emotional behaviour, and December is the month when emotions run high and spill over the edges. It’s the pressure. The money worries. The crowded shops. The deadlines. The family demands. The dark mornings and […]

Car dents are more than just cosmetic. Many motorists in Zimbabwe view dents and scratches as minor inconveniences—something you can ignore until a “better time.” But the truth is, even a small dent can create hidden safety risks that grow worse over time. Modern vehicles are engineered with incredible precision, and any structural disturbance, no […]

This weekend, I found myself immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of The Safari Show, Zimbabwe’s premier showcase of our safari heritage and tourism industry. It was a gathering alive with energy, ideas, and celebration, a true festival of what makes Zimbabwe’s wilderness experiences world-renowned. The event was officiated by the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality, […]

I joined communities like Trees for Harare at the annual Tree Planting sale, where they are pledging to make Harare green again. The atmosphere was alive with purpose, local nurseries displayed indigenous species, offered free advice, and prepared us for the upcoming National Tree Planting Day on 6 December 2025. I couldn’t resist picking up […]