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SAVE THE DATE: TROUTBECK 2024
Good day all, Please see information with regards to Troutbeck 2024 – 17 February. Entries can be done through Triathlon Zimbabwe but if you have any queries, please contact us. Events on offer: 750 m, 1500m, 3000 m and 5000 m. The ever popular 4 x 500 m relay will also be held. See you all there. …
READERS COMMENTS – FISH NETTING IN NAMIBIA
Disclaimer – Below is a follow-up to the recent article Fish Netting in Namibia, to read this article please click here.Please note that whilst Bambazonke aims to be a community-based platform where we discuss ideas and experiences, we remainimpartial to all views shared below. Ripple Africa, making a difference. I’m delighted to introduce you to …
FISH NETTING IN NAMIBIA
HI All We stayed a couple of nights, last week, at a lovely lodge on the banks of the Chobe river separating Botswana from the Caprivi Strip(now Zambezi Region) in Namibia. It is standard practice, when residing in this sort of environment, to go out for a sunset cruise atabout 4pm drifting slowly along the …
VIC FALLS FAMIL
HI All It is common practice worldwide for those in the travel industry to be invited, by the hospitality sector, to go on a joint “Familiarisation”trip (“Famil”) staying over in a variety of destinations during the green / off season. Bayete Lodge in Vic Falls organised one such tripthis week starting immediately after the completion …
PREPARING FOR FAMILY TRAVEL DURING THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SEASON: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
PREPARING FOR FAMILY TRAVEL DURING THE Christmas HOLIDAY SEASON: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE As families gear up for holiday road trips this year, drivers must stay vigilant and prepared for potential risks. Numerous factors contribute to the surge in crashes and fatalities, even with a reduction in total km driven. Speeding, road rage, and drowsy and distracted driving are just …
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Dzikwa Trust Fund
Dzikwa Trust Fund Dzikwa Trust Fund is implementing a four-year capacity-building project for Dzivarasekwa youths funded by Finland’s official development cooperation funds from 2023-2026. The core of the project is to provide life and employability skills training with practical applications, broad empowerment, guidance, and mentoring for youth in Dzivarasekwa. The project has 3 pillars:(1) Enhancing …
A REMINDER TO GET YOUR CAR READY FOR THE ROAD BEFORE THE YEAR ENDS
A REMINDER TO GET YOUR CAR READY FOR THE ROAD BEFORE THE YEAR ENDS. November is the ideal month to prepare yourself and your vehicle for any end-of-year trip you may be planning. The Drive Zimbabwe Roadside Assistance (DZRA) advises that ensuring the vehicle is serviced, that the tyres are in good condition, and that …
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AFRICA UNITY SQUARE
HI All Being the author and moderator of our Softrite Adaski Payroll software, I have to ensure that the PAYE calculations therein work as intended. This involves the odd trip into town to speak to the relevant technical staff at Zimra. Last Thursday I parked at Meikles and walked across the road to one of …
DISTRACTIONS IN EVERYDAY DRIVING
Quick check, have you told a friend or family member to sign up for the DRIVE ZIMBABWE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE membership? We go beyond roadside assistance just for you. Get your hands on a DZRA 1-year membership now. Call us or WhatsApp at 0780 579 261/0718 084 297 / 0736 523 424 Office+2638677160725 Email:info@drivezim.co.zw You probably didn’t have it …
CHRISTMAS APPEAL 2023 – B.S. LEON TRUST
Dear Guardian Angels, Friends and Supporters, I hope this message finds you all in good health and high spirits. As the Chairman of the BS Leon Trust, it is an honour to share with you the latest updates and developments that have transpired over the past 12 months. These have been challenging times for all …
RYAN COLLETT TRIATHLON
Hi All I went out to Marondera on Saturday to compete in the Ryan Collett Memorial Triathlon at Springvale House yesterday morning. I took the opportunity to camp out in the beautiful Miombo Woodland under the shade of glorious Msasa trees in Gosho Park next door to Springvale – what a treat that was – …
HOW TO OVERCOME THE FEAR OF CAR BREAKDOWNS
How to overcome the fear of car breakdowns. Freedom, control, and convenience – these are just a few of the positive aspects of car ownership. But personal transport has its downsides: the cost, finding parking spaces – and worst of all, perhaps, the fear of breaking down. Indeed, the very machine that offers so much …
GOSHO PARK TRIATHLON
Hi All For those of you who are looking for a special weekend combining a night out in the bush with a bit of exercise the following morning might want to drive out to Gosho Park just past Marondera this coming Saturday. The Ryan Collett Memorial Triathlon and Run is taking place at Springvale House …
MOUNTAIN BIKING
Hi All We are truly blessed in this country to have so many opportunities to play sports – This week, for me, it’s ranged from Swimming to Running, Golf and Solo Latin Dancing. My preference on a Saturday morning, however, is to spend a few hours out in the bush riding my mountain bike (MTB). …
DRIVING WITH EMOTIONS: NAVIGATING THE ROADWAY OF FEELINGS
DRIVING WITH EMOTIONS: NAVIGATING THE ROADWAY OF FEELINGS Do you ever pause to consider the impact of your emotions before you start driving? We might occasionally overlook that driving involves more than just technical skills. Our emotional state is crucial in our performance, reactions, and engagement with other road users. Whether it’s a rush of …
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DO I NEED BREAKDOWN COVER?
Hi All I first met Tom Benjamin several years ago when he started advertising his business through our Bambazonke Nhasi mailing list. Since then we have met on several occasions and he has been writing a weekly newsletter that we have been posting on our Bambazonke Website. I have also had to personally call him out twice to …
CV JOINT
A drive shaft boot rubber, also known as a CV joint boot or constant velocity joint boot, is a protective cover made of rubber or synthetic material that surrounds the CV joint on a vehicle’s drive shaft. It is designed to keep the joint lubricated while preventing dirt, debris, and moisture from entering and causing …
DRINK RESPONSIBLY
Hi All I’m sure most of you would have, at some time or another, heard someone say words to the effect of “I believe James(?) was completely Hoovered last night”. I believe many youngsters these days want to have this said about them so that they can earn that “Badge of Honour”. In most Western societies, there …
RELAXING ON A SUNDAY
Hi All I have light-coloured curtains in my bedroom and I generally keep the windows all open at night – it’s been that way since an old cook of mine told me he did not need an alarm clock – he was woken up every day by the melodious tunes sung by some of the …
ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR SAFE SUMMER DRIVING
ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR SAFE SUMMER DRIVING. According to the Drive Zimbabwe Roadside Assistance, summer and fall are the most dangerous times of the year for drivers. Rain weather is a common cold-weather threat to driver safety, but summer brings with it its own set of dangers. For drivers, the added traffic of summer vacationers is …
THINK PINK OCTOBER
Hi All Most of us mere mortals go through life believing we are immortal. Major medical issues only happen to others – not me! Medical science has, however, made enormous leaps and bounds in recent years making it possible to spot potential ailments in one’s body almost from day 1 potentially giving us a chance …
RECOMMENDED READING
Hi All I have, over the past few months, read a few excellent thrillers written by female authors – Just last night I stayed up late finishing off Ann Cleeves’ “Rising Tide” Ladies have a completely different flare in their writings adding their feminine touch and thoughts to most scenarios; leading female scribes …
AA ZIMBABWE CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS
This year the Automobile Association of Zimbabwe is proudly celebrating 100 years since its founding in 1923 – a significant milestone – making the Association the second oldest motoring organization in the ACTA region. The Association was founded in 1923 by the Resident Commissioner for Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) to serve, promote and protect the …