Melisa’s Blog

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 […]

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 […]

There are moments when music transcends entertainment and becomes something deeper, something like a shared experience that stirs the soul. That’s exactly what happened on Saturday afternoon at Arundel School Chapel, where the Marden Singers performed Handel’s Messiah with grace, power, and heart. Led by the ever-inspiring Margot Dennis – our Personality of the Month […]

There’s something about the sound of Christmas carols that makes the heart feel lighter. This past Saturday, as I stepped into Kingsmead Chapel, I was greeted by the gentle hum of “O Holy Night” drifting through the air, mingling with laughter and the rustle of wrapping paper. For a moment, I could have sworn Christmas […]

I decided to join fellow nature lovers at the Mukuvisi March for Elephants, an annual event hosted in the serene Mukuvisi Woodlands. Supported by Zambezi Elephant Fund, Triathlon Zimbabwe, and My Trees – Miti Yangu. The march brought together families, friends, dogs, and a whole lot of sunshine. It wasn’t much of a hustle for […]

This past Saturday afternoon, I had the pleasure of attending the inaugural Sable Lager Grid Cup, a fresh and exciting rugby tournament featuring four specially drafted teams: Impis, Ngunis, Valley Blades, and Sun Rays. The event is a collaborative effort between Zimbabwe Rugby Union, Kyros Sports, and Harare Rugby, and it’s already proving to be […]

This past weekend, I had the joy of attending the Pink Fun Run at Chisipite Senior School, and let me tell you, it was pink in every sense of the word! As the early bird I pride myself on being, I arrived just in time for registration and was immediately handed a bright pink cap, […]

Last week, my colleague and I ventured to The Plunge at 56 Kingsmead Road and let me tell you, this place is a wellness haven. From pilates to yoga, and of course, the star of the show: the plunge itself. The surroundings are serene, the energy is vibrant, and the moment you walk in, you […]

No timed training can rival the quiet, relentless rhythm of a life steeped in music. When the piano lives in the corner of the living room; when your mother is a trained pianist whose fingers dance across the keys with the same ease as her words of encouragement; when melodies are the language of your […]

I never thought I’d say this, but the air felt different at Chapungu Sculpture Park. Not in the poetic, exaggerated way people sometimes describe places, but in a way that made me pause, breathe deeper, and wonder why. Then it hit me: this place grows its atmosphere, literally. Trees everywhere, thoughtfully planted and lovingly labelled, […]

Some celebrations arrive fashionably late, and mine did just that. A belated birthday lunch turned into a full-on soul-refreshing experience at Kelly’s Kuttings, a place that doesn’t just serve food, but serves up an atmosphere that feels like a warm hug in floral form. We arrived in the afternoon, and from the moment I stepped […]

This past weekend, I found myself swept into a world where colour, creativity, and coffee collided most delightfully at the Art in Bloom exhibition hosted by Art@84. When I arrived, I was greeted by a kaleidoscope of hues dancing across canvases, perfectly paired with the warm, inviting aroma of freshly brewed coffee from the Brush […]

As the afternoon winter sun stretched gently over Borrowdale Brooke, I arrived at the prestigious golf club with a mix of excitement and curiosity. My first stop was the golf shop nestled near the entrance. Inside the corridors, the walls proudly displayed plaques of record-breakers dating back to the early 2000s, a testament to the […]

This past Sunday, I had the pleasure of attending the high tea event at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, and it was nothing short of exquisite. I arrived a bit early, just to soak in the atmosphere and admire the recent renovations. The hotel’s interior was striking, and bright, expressive paintings by gifted local artists adorned […]

An afternoon spent at the 2025 Zimbabwean National Arabian Horse Championships. I arrived at Kuimbashiri Bird Park in the afternoon, despite the calendar declaring it winter, the sun shone with unexpected warmth for a winter day. The atmosphere was cheerful, people were on their lunch break, laughing and chatting while children played happily on the […]