Hi All Troutbeck has, over the past 50 or 60 years, proudly established itself as the central hub for tourism in the Eastern Highlands – all roads lead to Troutbeck! The main tarred roads taking one there from Harare are all in good nick, making the drive to this destination a whole lot more pleasant than some of our alternatives. […]
From Friday, 31 July to Sunday, 2 August 2026, Chisipite Senior School became the home of some of Zimbabwe’s finest schoolgirl hockey as it hosted the highly anticipated Golden & Silver Girls Hockey Tournament. Bringing together talented teams from about 24 schools, the tournament delivered three days of fierce competition. The success of the tournament
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Hi All, Way back in the 1980s the, then very influential, Computer Society of Zimbabwe used to hold an annual week-long Nyanga conference alternating between the Troutbeck and Montclair Hotels. They always invited leading authorities in computing and accounting, like chairman John Dawson, to give lectures and lead discussions on recent trends. Computers were in
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For Harare’s wine enthusiasts, Tannin Tuesdays organised by Elixir have become a much-loved tradition. They have evolved into a regular experience that brings together people who share a curiosity for good wine, great conversation, and learning something new. This October marks two years of Elixir introducing guests to the fascinating world of wine. The experience
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Last weekend I went to Springvale House, Peterhouse, where young karatekas gathered for an interschools tournament. From the tiny 4- and 5-year-olds stepping onto the mat for what was probably one of their first competitions, right through to the confident 13- and 14-year-olds. Watching young children compete is witnessing the beginning of tomorrow’s champions. The
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by Safeguard | jul 07, 2026 | Incident reports OVERVIEW Internally, the total number of crime incidents experienced by Safeguard clients increased by 9%. Compared to the previous month, non-violent crimes, particularly petty theft incidents increased, highlighting a possible shift towards opportunistic crime. Gate motors, fuel, and vehicle batteries continue to be vulnerable targets in and
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The VAWZ Scruffs Dog Show was one of those events that has a way of winning you over. Everywhere you looked were wagging tails, proud owners and plenty of personality. It was also reassuring to see how responsibly the event was run, with every dog on a leash and owners ensuring their four-legged companions were
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In a city that’s constantly on the move, it’s refreshing to stumble across an event that encourages you to simply slow down. Recently, I attended a Gin & Poetry afternoon at a village along Kenilworth in Newlands, where guests were invited to experience three different varieties of gin, each paired with its own specially selected
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New Moon is on 14 July and the Meerkat Full Moon is 29 July. At the start of July you will be able to see two planets after sunset in the West. Jupiter is getting low in the west after sunset. It will disappear from the evening sky, to re-appear at the end of the
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This Father’s Day, Sam Levy’s Village was buzzing with activity as families came to partake in a festival aimed at honouring the men who guide, protect and love us daily. The event has an incredible display of the best food stands, car clubs, bike clubs, and lifestyle brands in town. It was exciting to see
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