Blogs

Last Sunday, Mukuvisi Woodlands came alive with plenty of positive energy as 145 enthusiastic participants laced up their shoes for the Walk/Run for Rangers, an event dedicated to supporting the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to protecting Zimbabwe’s extraordinary wildlife heritage. The diverse crowd had runners, dog walkers, strollers and cyclists of […]

Hi All The one thing I enjoy about Zimbabweans is the way that the less able, elderly folk are taken care of by their immediate community. For some it is just something that happens in the rural village; for others it is generally helping with an “Old Age” organisation. Yet one of the most unheralded groups […]

Not every vehicle problem comes with a flashing warning light, smoke pouring from the bonnet, or a loud mechanical noise. Sometimes, your car tells you something is wrong in much quieter ways. A slight change in the way it drives. A different sound. A little hesitation when starting. Small things that are easy to dismiss […]

Hi All The main reason I decided to study at the University of Natal in Durban was so that I would have ample opportunity to master the sport of Surfboarding! Many a lecture was skipped when there was a westerly offshore wind when us “Surfers” would rush off the North Pier to catch a swell. […]

The annual Chisipite Senior Pink Fun Run for Cancer is one of those beautiful traditions that never fails to inspire, bringing together hundreds of people united by a single, vibrant color: pink. This much-anticipated yearly event is proudly done in partnership with CancerServe, an incredible organization that is doing vital work on the ground. Constituted […]

The highly anticipated ODI series between Zimbabwe and Australia kicked off yesterday at the Harare Sports Club, with fans eager to see how the home team would fare against the formidable Australian side. Australia secured a 59-run victory over Zimbabwe in the opening ODI of their three-match series today, setting the tone for what promises […]

If there is one event that truly marks the arrival of spring in our community, it is the Annual Garden Show. Year after year, it secures its spot as one of the most highly anticipated events on our calendar, and I am happy to report that this year’s edition at the Parklands Business Venue absolutely […]

If your social media feed has been anything like mine lately, you’ve definitely noticed the massive buzz surrounding the newly opened The Palm Club at Village Walk, on the left side of Café Nush, where Haefelis used to be. The aesthetic shots and location tags have been everywhere, so I finally decided to pop in […]

Over the past few days, the hallowed sporting grounds of St George’s College were transformed into a vibrant cauldron of youth, talent, and cross-border rivalry. The highly anticipated St George’s College CABS Smashing T20 Cricket Tournament has officially wrapped up, and what a spectacular showcase it was. Drawing a massive contingent of 15 prestigious institutions, […]

Road Safety Advice for Our Elderly Road UsersOur elderly road users deserve our care, patience and respect. As we grow older, changes in mobility, vision, reaction time and judgement can affect how we interact with traffic. At the same time, today’s roads are becoming increasingly busy and complex. Let us all play our part in […]

The world said goodbye to one of music’s most recognisable, beloved and enduring figures yesterday, with the passing of Dolly Parton at the age of 80. She was a songwriter, actress, businesswoman, entertainer and, perhaps most importantly, a woman who understood the power that came with her success and chose to use it to make a difference. Songs […]

Over time, Harare has developed quite a selection of established markets where people can spend a few hours over the weekend browsing, shopping, discovering local products, and meeting friends. Among the many options around the city, Old Stables Market has, for me, stood out as one of the very best. What I particularly enjoy is […]

Hi All I lived in London for the best part of a year in the late 1970s. Computers were “Coming of Age”, so I soon found employment using my Computer Science degree. The company I worked for was developing software for a Hotel Reservation system, ensuring valuable experience for my future computer programming career. I […]

Sometimes Saturday mornings are the perfect time to just laze about, do a little reflecting, and enjoy a good cup of coffee. I know most people would say the same about Sundays, but not in my world! It was mid-morning, and the sun was shining brightly, a welcome change now that those frosty winter days […]

Hi All I last played rugby way back in about 1983 – full back or fly half for the 3rd team at Old Georgians. There were so many guys playing club rugby in and around Harare in those days, that in 1984 OGs had a social 4th team playing too. In 1981 we (the thirsty thirds) were […]

On Saturday, I had the chance to experience my first Frost & Sip event, an intimate cake-decorating experience hosted by To Do List, and it was every bit as enjoyable as I had hoped. The concept is simple but so much fun. You are given the baked part of your cake and, with the hosts […]

Last week St George’s College played host to three captivating nights of music, theatre and a story that has resonated with audiences around the world for generations. Jesus Christ Superstar, directed by Kundisai Mtero, brought the acclaimed musical to the College in a production that blended Afro-centric and Euro-centric influences into a distinctive interpretation of the classic. […]

Hi All A good friend of mine, Dave, once told me that in ideal road conditions one should never have a car accident – as long as you stick within the speed limit, don’t drink and drive, and are wide awake. Well Dave, it’s not so simple in our current traffic circles!  The first thing that comes to […]