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 […]
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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,
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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
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