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Contents 32
Focus
Culture & Society
8 Queen of Afro fusion - Cynthia’s soul
searching journey
20 The fresh breeze of style
32 Intimate Apparel
46 The housewives saga
84 8 ways to activate your spiritual life
Fashion & Beauty
24 Hello winter
27 Curvy girls guide to conservative
chic
28 Crimes of Fashion
30 African inspired fashion
32 Intimate Apparel
34 Men’s guide to formal shoes
Models & Pageants
36 5 Minutes with The Parade Queen
July - Tapuwanashe Arimuzhi
37 The Parade Queen August
Competition
Living Healthy
80 Breaking Bad
46 The housewives saga
48 Protect or Prosecute - Conjuring up
solution to witchcraft accusations
52 African feminism taking a lead ...
56 Harare sanitary lane & walls turned
into toilets
58 AFZ Commander’s shooting
competition
60 A black box lost in the clouds
Regulars
44 Fiction - Tortured Love
50 In the Courts -Speechless after
winning
50 Religion -8 ways to activate your
spiritual life
87 VaChihera -Lobola postponed 3
times
88 Padare naMhofu - The acts of our
times - Group sex euphoria
94 Home improvement- Don’t be afraid
to be bold
96 Games & Puzzles
Contents continued on next page
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In This Issue
62
Inside
Music
14 16
Continued
8 Queen of Afro fusion
12 All that Jazz from Kambuzuma
14 Edson Nhongo a new gospel
revelation
16 Jah Warria keeps up the faith
18 Dance craze hits Zimbabwe
Arts & Theatre
20
The fresh breeze of style
22 Wallen: Sowing the seeds of love
Love & Relationships
38
The single life
40 The friendzone
42 Post orgasmic depression
Business, Careers, &
Technology
62 Common mistakes made by SME
owners
64 Dealers in post 2008
66 Street vendors & city pavements
68 Is the ZSE ownership wrangle
72 Just how big is insurance fraud in
74 Govenment must wean off SEPs
76 Zim dollar: To bring it back or not
77 Zimbabwe failing to meet IMF
reforms
Sport
90
92 It came, it went & Germany are the
champions
93 Mixed reaction at 2014 world cup
From the Editor’s Desk
Just the other day I dropped a
glass and it broke into a million
pieces. This was not new to
me seeing as I have done this a
number of times over the years but this
time breaking that glass was different.
As I picked up the pieces I thought
about the many things that have broken
in our lives, are soon thrown away and
forgotten but what really got to me the
most is that there are some things we
break including our own relationships
with a loved one, a family member or
friend, that we regret, get upset or angry
about when they are broken because we
together, all brand new, but unfortunately
we can’t, because if its gone its gone for
good. If its broken its broken.
How many of our relationships
whether plutonic or not have broken and
we have tried so hard to put the pieces
issue here is that we should all go back to
those feelings and remind ourselves that
this is not something you want happening
again in the future.
Everyone should remember like all
things material, relationships too can be
lost in an instant. It’s this fragility that
should spur us on to value and nurture
the relationships we have. No relationship
is bulletproof, all relationships are fragile,
however, most of us often forget this
especially when we have it good. We then
take what we have for granted.
Do you want to wait till you have
to put the pieces together or would it
not better to nurture and protect the
people get comfortable and quite easily
people start to treat their loved ones
like they will always be there, once this
is done, you hardly even see that there’s
something wrong until its too late.
Until its broken. Do not wait for that
to happen. Remember this quote by J.D.
Spoon, “Relationships are like glass.
Broken Glass
They are fragile and easily
broken. You can pick up
the pieces and put them
back together, but you
Even if you do and manage
to reassemble them,
the cracks will
always
show.
The real trick
is deciding if
its worth
p i e c i n g
b a c k
together
o r
t h r o w i n g
it away and
starting over.”
We all want
the best there is
for ourselves and the
relationships we care
about. This requires
effort on your part, I
therefore implore you
to do the right thing.
Repeat this mantra
I came across while
reading, “If you want
to have love in abundance,
you must be committed to it.
Commitment is the true test
of love. If you want to have
loving relationships you
must be committed to loving
relationships.
When you’re committed
to someone or something,
quitting is never an option.
Commitment
distinguishes
a fragile relationship from
a strong loving one.” We all
deserve this kind of love, the
fullness of it and not the halves
that come with brokeness but
its eveyone’s responsibility to do
what they have to, to have it.
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I will end with this quote by an Unknown writer, “There
are people we meet in life that make everything seem magical
cherish them.” This month the talented Cynthia Mare graces
our cover with an exclusive story on her soul searching
journey.
As always music lovers will quench their thirst with
articles on reggae, jazz and gospel musicians. Our number one
priority is our readers and its important that we feed you with
positivity, 8 ways to activate your spiritual life is guaranteed
to lead you in the right direction. We delve into the key steps
Fashion and sport lovers have no fear this month we
will have you coming back for more.
Till next time !!
Chiedza
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Love
There is nothing more uplifting than
loving someone and having that person love you
back. We all deserve our little slice of paradise and
love does exactly that. Love breaks down barriers
and if that’s not powerful enough for you I don’t
know what is.
Friendship
My friends have been there for me through it all. I
can never thank them enough. This is the family I
got to choose for myself. The older I get the better
friends forever. I choose to surround myself with
positivity, people who uplift me in every single
way. It’s my biggest hope that every one of our
helps you become not only a good friend but
a better person.
Family
It’s quite obvious that no two families
can be the same. Each and every family is
dysfunctional in its own way and I guess
that’s the beauty of family. At times you
want to strangle a family member, other
times you just want to hug them. There
there’s also the laughter that you can
never
Trending &
Fashion tips
Dear Editor,
Thank you for The Parade
Magazine. Every month i make
sure i go onto your site to check
out whats new and trending.
I am never disappointed ... I
really like your fashion tips.
Keep up the good work.
Emily, Harare.
Dear Emily, Harare,
Thank you Emily we always
try to keep you updated on
all new trends and styles. We
source fashion tips from all
around the world and make
them locally relevant. We are
working with a number of
local fashion houses to bring
you the latest trends you can
get in Zimbabwe. So keep you
eye peeled.
ZimDancehall’s
time
Dear Editor,
It is very encouraging to see
young upcoming artistes such
as Shinsoman, Soul Jah Love
and Killer T making inroads
in the mainstream market. I
editor@theparade.co.zw,
Music
would like to encourage these
youngsters to stay focused
and not to become big headed
because this has led to the
downfall of many artistes. I
urge The Parade team to keep
on supporting these upcoming
artistes and you should also
cover artistes from outside
Harare, they need your
support.
Munya Guyo, Harare.
Dear Munya Guyo,
Munya, we thank you for your
feedback. The Parade prides
itself in celebrating our local
artistes no matter where they
are from within the country.
In our last edition we featured
artists fron Karoi & Norton.
These artistes especially
upcoming, can also feel free
can get to know more about
them and introduce them to
the rest of society through the
magazine. Our magazine is for
the people, all kinds of people
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Feature
Tarisai Maringire
It’s never easy, getting to the top and
building a brand. It comes with a
devoting a lot of time to that cause.
For Cynthia Mare it is something that
she really knows well and she is ready to
put in the work to achieve her dreams.
Tracking her down was not easy as
she hopped from one meeting to another.
rehearsing in the capital we sat down and
had a chat about her musical journey.
As I arrived where she was rehearsing,
I was serenaded by her soul-soothing and
touching music.
The song bird was in the company
of talented vocalists and Pakare Paye
guitarist Donald Kanyuchi, strumming
his guitar on the track “Shinga”.
Cynthia Mare who has a knack of
coming up with hits from her real life
she composed the song “Shinga” after
her mugging horror in which she lost
her handbag with laptop, iPad, camera,
“I wrote it after I got robbed, so it’s
like relating to the incident, when you
you need someone to be around for you,”
narrated Cynthia Mare.
Cynthia who grew up singing in the
AFM church in Manhenga, Bindura,
believes that going to the United Kingdom
was part of Gods plan to realize her long
cherished dream of being a songstress.
“From the youngest age I knew I
wanted to be a singer. I only managed
to start when my dad moved the whole
family to the UK. I would go to the studio
in my spare time, as at that time I was
going to university. I was young and had
energy for anything so it was fun,” she
said.
The songbird
recalls how she would
sneak out against her
father’s overtures that
she must concentrate
on her academics.
“I remember the
father that I wanted
he told me a straight NO.
“He didn’t support it at all. It was very
hard even when I was going to the studio
I used to go behind his back. But now he
is very proud of me,’’ she said.
The “Zuva Rimwe” hitmaker attracted
the attention of a UK recording label,
Outnumbered which went defunct before
songs as an independent artiste.
“They thought they had found a new
Sunshine Anderson, as my voice was
husky like hers so they wanted to do that
American RnB stuff. That’s how I ended
up singing RnB.
“I sent some of my songs back to
Zimbabwe they started playing on radio
and my track ‘Summer Love’ was played
on BBA. People actually didn’t know that
I was Zimbabwean,” she said.
After her graduation at BCUC
University where she obtained a
Nursing, Cynthia started to
fund her music through
her income. Finding
the love of music too
powerful to resist she
quit her job as a nurse
in the United Kingdom
to concentrate on her
music career.
“The fact is I love music
more than anything, made it easy. I
would save up my money and pay for
professional recording; I didn’t have
anyone sponsoring me. I had to make
things happen, no one was coming to my
doorstep saying Cynthia I want to make
you a superstar,” she said.
While she lived in UK she teamed up
with Nigeria’s 2 Face Idibi’s manager,
who assisted her in doing collaborations
in Nigeria and promotional tours. She
also worked with UK rappers, and had
videos on MTV Base.
It was her song “Catch me when I
fall” taken from her 2010, album entitled
“Summer of Love” that put her on the
map as a serious singer in Zimbabwe.
So far she has won three awards
BEFFTA Awards, ZIM Achievers Award
and a ZIM Award in her musical journey.
“It was amazing I didn’t recognize that
people are appreciative, it’s just amazing
when people appreciate what you are
doing,” she says.
The diva is not slowing down as
she continues to shine and stay
on top of her game. There is not
even a shadow of doubt in her
mind that it was the right
decision to retrace her roots
after ten years in the United
Kingdom.
“I moved to the
UK when I was 16,
I decided to come
back home to
reinvent myself
Cynthia Mare
all give that
package to
Zimbabwe.
After that
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Feature
Queen
of
Afro
Fusion
Cynthia’s Soul
Searching
Journey
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Feature
I will take the package to the world.
“At the moment we are almost
completing phase one of packaging this
product for Zimbabwe,” she said sounding
Not even the recent mugging has killed
her spirit or changed the love of her
country.
“I was robbed, smashed, left scarred
and I was really shaken considering I was
alone that night and other things have
happened but Zimbabwe is a beautiful
country we should all be ambassadors
of our country and culture, I’m one such
person. No place in the world is perfect,”
she points out.
The Parade, Cynthia
opened up about
her
soul
searching
j o u r n e y
i
n
music,
starting as an RnB artiste to become an
Afro Fusion singer over the years.
She gets emotional when talking about
her mother’s untimely death and how it
signaled the change of her music from
RnB to Afro fusion and how she perceives
life when her mother was still alive.
“It was such a shock to lose my mum
and two days after her burial, I went
into the studio with Joseph Madzivire
of Zimpraise and we recorded the track
“Zuva Rimwe” and “Hatina Musha
Panyika” (on the album-The Songs My
Mother loved).
“It was the beginning of a new
direction for my music, if you listen to the
last song called ‘Going In’, that I recorded
before my mother passed away, it was
totally RnB,” a somber atmosphere
engulfed
the place as she
narrated her story.
“I was in such pain as I
went into the studio and
singing from my heart.
All this time my songs
were all about party
songs and having fun.
sang something I
meant.
“After that I
realised that this
is the sound for
Cynthia Mare this
is how I discovered
myself the person
that you see today,
the Afro fusion
singer that I am
today. I call my
music Afro fusion
because it is not
limited to a certain
genre it is a fusion of
genre/sounds. ”
The songbird said
the album “The
Songs
My
M o t h e r
Loved” holds a special place in her heart
listening to the album.
“Music was a therapy to deal with
the loss of my mother...Dai zvaibvira
ndaikumbira Zuva rimwe ndikuudzei
words were due to the fact that I never
managed to talk to my mum again
because when I arrived from the UK she
singing in Shona before that I sang in
English,” added Mare.
The soulful singer revealed her
thoughts on going into the future.
“I have got a lot of materials which I’m
always writing so there is going to be a lot
of music coming,” she assures her fans.
Cynthia recently landed an
endorsement deal to become the G Tel
brand ambassador and she is in the midst
of talks with more companies she could
team up with.
“I became the ambassador of G Tel
in May this year, they saw my potential
and that I could bring something to the
table. I’m a person with good ideas and
very passionate about what I do and
I have joined the G tel team as a brand
ambassador,” said Mare.
Besides her enviable music talent,
the talented beauty has taken the small
screen by storm. She landed a presenting
job on Zimbabwe’s popular music show,
Coke On The Beat.
Mare says she is enjoying every part of
it and it didn’t take time to adjust.
“I love talking, so Coke On The Beat
is a great opportunity for me to talk to
people and share music, it’s fantastic for
me. There are no challenges in adjusting
as in music I’m on stage, do videos and
interviews. It’s just switching roles and
I’m now the one interviewing musicians,
In addition to watching her on Coke On
The Beat, her fans will be treated to the
upcoming project which will be released
later if all goes according to plan. Mare
the girl child, near and far.
While music might not be enough
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things as she looks to grow the
brand Cynthia Mare. She is now
dabbling in fashion as she is set to
launch a fashion label Black Things
in conjunction with designer Fadzai
Mupfudza.
her relationship.
“I’m in a relationship, I
have no children. The ideal
man for me is someone who
understands me, someone
who doesn’t want to change
the core of me but who makes me
better,” she said with a smile on her
face.
The diva has one message
to upcoming musicians: “Be
passionate about what you
do, love it with all your
heart, give everything you
have and don’t listen to
what people say if you
are sure of what you
want to do, people
are going discourage
you. Don’t be lazy,
you have to work
hard it’s not easy
but you can make
it,” she said.
For now her
star continues
to shine and she
has set her eyes
on conquering
Africa and
b u i l d i n g
a devoted
f o l l o w i n g
around the
world.TP
Feature
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Music
Growing up in the dusty streets
of Kambuzuma, as a young
cadre Brian Nyahuma used
to listen and imitated to
the classic music of James Chimombe,
Bhundu Boys, Tobias Ariketa and Marshal
Munhumumwe and soon his passion for
music grew.
Today the pint-sized artiste has either
perfomed or collaborated with the who’s
who in the local music industry from the
late greats Adam Chisvo, Sam Mtukudzi,
Chiwoniso Maraire to Victor Kunonga,
Alexio Kawara, Philip Svosve, Mono
Mukundu and Rute Mbangwa to name
just a few.
“I started music when I was in grade
with marimba instruments, so I just fell
in love with the instrument and would
sneak in to listen to what the senior guys
were playing.
“One day the teacher caught me and
asked me to play after him or risk being
punished and to my surprise I imitated the
tune and that’s how I was incorporated
into the band,” said the former Wadzanai
Primary student.
“We used to go to the Agricultural show
at the then Lever Brothers stand playing
marimba and I continued into high school.
I remember playing with some of the guys
from Hohodza marimba band.
“In 1998 when I was in form 4 I was
offered a deal by Hohodza to join them
for a French tour but sadly my parents
never liked the idea and I missed that
opportunity to travel with the band,” he
said.
As fate would have it in 2004 there
was a compilation that was being made at
Connected Studios and Brian was invited
by a friend to try his luck, which he did
but unfortunately the producers couldn’t
add his afro-fusion song as they argued it
was too different from the Urban Grooves
sound featured on the album.
“Uri Muroyi” but couldn’t be part of the
album because back then Urban Grooves
was dominating.
“They gave me my song and some
of the people who heard it, liked it and
encouraged me to record my own music,”
he said.
A decade is way too long a time to
carry a dream, however, the 32 year-old
did not only that, but also managed to
make his dream a reality by recording his
debut album “So They Say” in 2007.
“I then found someone who was willing
to sponsor me to record an album and I
said.
Just as the case is with several
artistes, Brian recorded another album
titled “Ndingatii Zvangu” which did not
really penetrate the market, “mainly due
something in store for him.
“My breakthrough came when I
recorded my third album “Hausi Wega”
which got me into the mainstream
industry as I got a marketing contract
from Metro Studios and I also did a video
All that jazz fro
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for the song “Uchandida Chete” which
gave me mileage as people got to know
me, as it is also on YouTube, it debuted at
number 32 on top 50 charts in 2012.
“I have also had the opportunity to
perform on tour in Spain on the World
Youth Day for Catholic in 2011, I have
worked with a number of artistes and
through it all I have learned and still am
learning,” he added.
Brian’s music is rich in quality with
an Afro-centric instrumentation and is
pregnant with meaning which he said he
draws inspiration from everyday life.
“What inspires me as a person are
the people around me and things that
happen in our day to day life. Me being
a youth I have a role to play in trying to
conscientise my fellow youths especially
as far as life is concerned.
“Nowadays the youth spend less time
with parents and the only way they can
be taught about life is through music
because wherever they go they will listen
to music, so most of my songs are directed
to them,” he said.
With four albums under his belt namely
“So They Say”, “Ndingatii Zvangu”, “Hausi
Wega” and “Yambirika”, the artiste is
currently riding high with the single
track titled “Zvanyanya”, on which he
castigates parents for domestic violence.
“The institution of marriage is no
longer being respected as it used to and
domestic violence is reported daily. So
we the children are saying to parents
we have had enough and your domestic
violence is affecting our studies and our
peace. It’s an outcry for parents to solve
their differences amicably,” he explained.
He also urged artistes to be steadfast
and exemplary to their followers if they
are to be respected and want to make it in
the industry.
“I being a Christian means everything
that I do has to have Christian values in
it. We were created in the image of God
and being an artiste I really need to be
role model to all those young stars who
look up to me.
Music
“My fellow artistes should improve
lyrical content because bad publicity
sells in America and not here. Zimbabwe
has its own values, which needs to be
preserved.
“That’s why the senior superstar
Oliver Mtukudzi has managed to stay in
the game for such a long time because it’s
because he has managed to uphold those
values,” he said.
He however, bemoaned lack of support
by locals who look down upon artistes
and urged them to support art by buying
original music.
“Zimbabwe has a lot of talent but
the problem is sponsorship. Artistes are
regarded as low class people in society.
And I urge fans or promoters to appreciate
art.
“Fans should buy original music and
give us value for our work and shun
piracy because pirates are stealing from
us,” he said.TP
m Kambuzuma
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Music
Edson Nhongo
...a new gospel revelation
Tafadzwa Dombodzvuku school cheering for our sports teams with other genres because it spreads the word
Like carpentry, music is also his my friends,” said Nhongo.
of God faster than other genres and also
passion hence multi-tasking has His debut album Ndinoshuva Kuenda because he had repented.
never been a concern to Edson Kudenga was recorded and produced at “I chose gospel music over other genres
Nhongo who has broken into Revival studios in Hillside.
because it broadcasts the word of God
the music arena with a well composed
and arranged gospel album entitled
Ndinoshuva Kuenda Kudenga.
Born 28 years ago in Njanja, Edson
Nhongo was destined to become a
musician but which genre he was going
to sing was the only stumbling block
hindering his progress.
The album carries soul soothing tracks
that brings one closer to God in the wake
of troubled times characterised by wars,
hunger and the economic recession facing
the world today.
kuenda kudenga a title track, Pakudenga
kuna baba, Hakuna zita sera Jesu,
better, helps me to get into the praying
mood also and I also know God, that is
why I sing gospel,” said the musician.
So far, the talented gospel musician
does not have a group to back him but
relies on the assistance he gets from
Gibson Njowa, Belinda Alimando and
Primrose who do backing vocals in his
Nhongo attended Jeche Primary Mufudzi ndiye Jehovah and Pane sipiti songs.
school, Svinurai and Mushipe Secondary
schools in Njanja before he moved to
Harare.
The musician who is also a carpenter
spends most of his time at the Glen
View home-based industry, known as
“paComplex” working with wood to
manufacture bedroom and dining suites.
“Singing has always been in my blood
from a tender age, we used to sing at
rizere neropa.
Most of the songs on the album are
found in the Methodist hymn books. The
musician did justice to the songs and
brings in a new dimension to the output
of the songs.
In a time where most youths are
venturing into Zim Dancehall, Nhongo
who is also a member of Methodist
Church in Zimbabwe chose gospel over all
The musician told this publication he
will be releasing his second album end of
November this year, so he can capitalise
on the Christmas euphoria.
“The second album will be released end
of November, so that we can capitalise on
the Christmas mood,” said Nhongo.
Asked whether carpentry will not
infringe on his music or vice versa, the
artist highlighted that he has a team he
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works with who can cover and take care
of the business in his absence, whilst he
will be performing at live shows.
“I have a team who helps me in
carpentry, so when I am doing a show
somewhere, I will just direct my team to
do the business,” said the artist.
The pint-sized musician advised
the listener’s to concentrate more on
the lyrics on gospel songs before they
enjoy the fusion of instruments to fully
understand the message.
“People must listen to the message in
the songs; they might be saved through
music and learn the word of God,” said
Nhongo.
The musician bemoaned the marketing
of his music which he says, “It is a
challenge, especially if you are not
known out there,” and local radio stations
Music
have not been playing his music despite
submitting all the copies to relevant
authorities so he can get airplay.
“We have done all the necessary
procedures to get our music to be played
on the radio but we have not received
airplay from radio stations and musically
we are lacking an opportunity to be
known out there,” bemoaned the gospel
musician.
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Jah Warria
Ha i l i n g
f r o m
t h e
d u s t y
streets of Glenview
no one ever gave him
a chance to make it
in life.
Fast forward 10
years down the line,
Jah Warria (born
Irvine
Kamudyariwa)
has managed to change
that perception.
The 30
yearold
reggae artiste who is also a
professional graphic designer said he gets
inspiration from God and some household
names in the reggae genre.
“I’m inspired by the most high and
certain ones and ones in the community.
“Musically I am inspired by one of
the greatest reggae bands Black Uhuru,
Steel Pulse and of course Sizzla and Jah
Mason,” he said.
As has been the case with all other
artistes, Jah Warria’s music journey has
not been an easy stroll in the park. He
had to take a long route which brought
him through the ranks of a church choir
before turning to his preferred reggae
music later on in his career.
“I started music when I was young,
singing in the church choir but decided
to go professional
i n
2008. I got
a
major
b o o s t
when I
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was given a scholarship to study music
at the Music Crossroads Academy last
year and that same year I made a maiden
appearance when I played alongside
two Jamaican artistes who perfomed in
October 2013.
“I chose reggae music because of the
deepness of the messages I want to give
to the people. Reggae music also gives me
an opportunity to express myself more
comfortably,” he said.
Asked how he juggles his work as a
graphic artist and his music career, the
former Glenview 2 High student said it’s
manageable because the two intertwine
along the way.
“It’s not much of a hustle because I’m
an artiste and so everything I do is about
being creative so the two get along very
easily,” he said.
The pint-sized artiste who has a
Christian background, was however
sceptical about his apostasy from
Christianity and coronation into the
Rastafarian faith.
“Through reasoning
with the elders and
research I knew that
the way for me was
the Rastaman levity
because it is all
about peace,
love and unity
regardless of
who you
a r e ,
colour or creed. We are all sons and
daughter of the Most High,” he said.
In as much as his move was successful,
Jah Warria said it was met with mixed
feelings from his family and friends some
of whom saw it as weird.
was going on but they later on accepted it
because of the persistence and endurance.
There is a saying that no prophet is
accepted in his homeland,” he said.
With one album under his belt which
was released last year, Jah Warria said
he is working on his second offering to be
released later on this year.
“I have one album to mi name which
was released in 2013 called Royal Creed
and I’m working on my second right
now,” said Jah Warria with a Jamaican
patois accent.
Never one to shy from ambition, the
sing-jay said that he hoped to become a
role model to would-be
upcoming artistes and
teach them goodness.
years I see myself as an
icon to the upcoming
younger generation
and as a
Zimbabwean reggae ambassador using
reggae music to teach the youths the right
way of life which is righteousness.
adequate resources to come up with a
good sound quality.
“Coming from the ghetto, lack of proper
funding and promotion is hindering our
careers. We also produce poor sound
quality although we are improving a bit,”
he said.
He was however quick to acknowledge
the potential of the local music industry
as it continues to grow.
“The industry is still growing and
obviously there are ups and downs
because that’s how it is,” he said.
He urged youths to embrace education
and preserve the country’s cultural
values and history.
“I say to the youths of today education
is the key, preserve our culture because
a nation without knowledge of their
past is like a tree without roots and
always remember to praise the almighty
all the days of your lives, Jah
guidance and
protection,”
he added.
TP
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Music
Dance
Craze
hits Zimbabwe
Tarisai Maringire
The Zimdancehall phenomenon
which has taken the nation by
storm has given birth to a new
dance culture.
Gone are the days when people used
to dance to muchongoyo, jikinya and
many other traditional dances. Urban
contemporary dances are now the in
thing.
Following the trend in Jamaica where
dances have become part of the dancehall
culture, new music (riddims) come with a
new dance style which can either make or
break an artiste’s career.
Some of the Jamaican phenomenal
dances which have illuminated the
dancehall scene include the “Badman Pull
Bounce.”
dancehall music have now emerged on
our streets and has swept across the
nation.
Attending many of these ‘Passa Passa’
street parties which are held in the
Harare ghettoes which includes areas
such as Mbare, Mufakose, Glen Norah
and Mabvuku among other suburbs one
cannot ignore the dance moves which will
be on exhibition and are breathtaking to
say the least.
One of the dances that has swept the
ghettoes and streets is what they term
incarcerated dancehall star Vybz Kartel’s
tune by the same name. It has soared in
entertainment circles, sports events and
in the high density suburbs.
If you think dance is only for the grown
ups you’d be wrong, even kids as little as
four years make an effort to try to dance
to this current style.
Names that have propelled this new
phenomenon include DJ Smylie, Guspy
to mention just a few.
If there is one artiste who can be
accredited for the introduction of new
has to be the charismatic and energetic
DJ Smylie known for his catch phrases
which include, ‘Usadaroo’ and “Any
girl who can’t wine wasara” simply
translating to if you can’t dance you are
outdated.
According to the DJ, dancing brings out
the fun in music and breaks the boredom
of playing the music without the visuals.
titled “Magetsi” which was accompanied
by the Magetsi dance which is a routine
characterized by the dancer looking like
he has been electrocuted.
The DJ went on to introduce the Koka
moto dance and recently introduced the
Chameleon dance which is a dance routine
which imitates how the chameleon moves
spiced with some deft footwork.
has won admiration from people for his
well choreographed dances. His dancers
But one dance which became an
name Emmanuel Manyeruke from his
song Seunononga which became a street
anthem. It has become so popular that
merrymakers have adopted it for their
weddings and birthday celebrations.
The dance frenzy has been surrounded
by controversy of course; it is sometimes
associated with scantily-clad girls
with dances which some people feel
are of a sexual nature because of their
concentration with the pelvic area and all
the gyration.
However, many dancehall lovers feel
that they cannot be judged because of
their dances alone as it is only an artistic
expression and a way of relaxation and
merrymaking.
They argue that although the street
dances look like sexual dances, it’s all
about expressing love and joy. You can see
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it in the way they dance.
The dancers note that there is nothing
new about gyrating as it has been there
as far back as the pre-independence era
were Jerusalem, Mbende and kongonya
were performed.
Most dances are formed according
to what has been happening in people’s
surroundings. There is a blend of
European and African dances.
In Zimbabwe many dancehall dance
groups have been formed such as Street
group Ghetto Creepers.
The dance groups usually clash at
different explosive musical shows
where they are judged according to their
originality and creativity.
The dance craze has also given way to
job creation and unemployed youths to
change their circumstances. Those who
have made it big through dancing include
the late great dance icon Gerald “Bogle”
development of the dance scene into a
it will also help youngsters trapped in
poverty and hopelessness to live a better
life. TP
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The Fresh Breeze
Tarisai Maringire
Art & Crafts
Having made her mark in the
spoken word scene, popular
poet Barbra Breeze Anderson
is ready to face new
challenges as she has made a dramatic
entrance in the fashion scene with the
unveiling of her hand bag collection,
under Aame Creations.
Aside from her natural talent and
elements that she has somehow managed
to weave into her handbags. Barbra is
certainly one of the hottest new talents
in the fashion industry, and is certainly
one to watch. Tarisai Maringire caught
up with the handbag designer to get the
lowdown on her career.
.
?
I am a 23 year old spoken word artist,
writer and designer. I am an aspiring
events manager and workshop facilitator
interested in community projects.
–
?
I was always a designer, I was knitting
and sewing most of my childhood and my
interest in bags got me into design.
?
priority and urgency on each and every
thing I do. The good thing about all the
at the same time, so I can organize on a
yearly basis.
?
I grew up in a crafters house and so it
was easy to get into it.
?
Yes it was tough and it still is, I am
doing everything from sourcing fabric,
marketing, to design and the work gets
a little hectic. I cope because I am an
organizer by profession and I know how
to juggle everything.
?
The challenges are still there but at
least l now know what is expected of me,
what my business needs and what I need
to provide. I did not have the knowledge
before and it gets better as I get into the
business more.
?
I have realized that my market is from
teens to mature ladies. I have hip bags,
sling bags, shoulder bags, laptop pouches
and clutch bags.
?
I work with thick durable fabrics like
hessian, netting, thick suiting, mandy,
java and batiks.
?
Handmade patterned fabric bags.
The line is unique because of its love for
detail, pattern combination and its key
interest in recycling.
?
I taught myself and analysed each and
every bag I laid my eyes on.
?
?
Aame creations means African and
modern me. The name came from a poem
I wrote and it inspired me to pursue my
passion further.
?
As authentic and original products that
have both comfort and style.
?
The main inspiration behind my bags
is my poetry and the fact that whatever
I put my mind to I can do. The bags are a
constant inspiration for me as a person,
especially in realizing my capabilities.
,
?
Kerry Washington, that woman is self
driven and I admire that.
Becoming bigger than I imagined and
supplying internationally.
?
intended to keep for myself.
3 days.
?
Making bags for people and seeing
?
TP
Poet ve
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of Style
Art & Crafts
ntures into the fashion world.
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Art & Crafts
Wallen:
Tarisai Maringire
Wallen Mapondera is one
of the distinguished
new crops of visual
artists to emerge in
Zimbabwe. His art pieces hang in various
art galleries and stand in numerous art
museums worldwide. He has mastered
the visual arts, after completing a three-
Gallery Visual Arts Studios (BAT Visual
Arts Studios) in Harare.
His works have made him a household
name as a contemporary and conceptual
abstract expressionist who uses mixed
media to create works of art. His pieces
stem more from
exploring social norms,
cultural and industrial practices, which
exploit and abuse animals.
Through his paintings, the artist
invites the spectator to imagine himself
living the life of an animal, a dog that
spends the day on a leash, a pig in a dirty
sty, a bull in a slaughterhouse or dogs and
According to an art enthusiast, the
Ambassador of Switzerland Luciano
Lavizzari says, through his art, Wallen
explores, by analogy, human society and
its form of power structure, sociopolitical
norms and social relationships.
“The ruthlessness and thirst for
domination with which human beings
treat and abuse animals decried in his
paintings, mirror the violence and cruelty
which characterizes human society,” he
said.
The Parade reporter Tarisai Maringire
had a chat with Wallen Mapondera on
the sidelines of his solo exhibition Social
Zoometry at the Delta Gallery were he
took the time to speak about his art,
along with a few other subjects.
?
Wallen Mapondera is a full
time visual artist who works and
lives in Chitungwiza.
I was born in
Chitungwiza on the 27th of December
Visual Arts Studios from 2005-2007.I am
Thank heavens it was easy for me to be
approved by my family to do art as a
career. They support me big time.
?My art journey has had its
ups and downs, mostly I cherish the ups
and learn from the downs, they pushed
me kuti ndisanete (kept me going). In
1998 I won in the whole Harare region a
competition organised by Agro chemicals
titled “Why Use Agro Chemicals”,
ndopandakaona kuti I am talented, since
then I haven’t turned back.
I always had a passion for art when
I was young. I would get beaten for
drawing on the wall at home and on all
me to take up art, I knew what I wanted.
?
Publicity is the main challenge. Old folks
in the game do not like to uplift young
artists and galleries like to work with
be established when there is no platform
to develop.
?
I love sleeping and karate (he laughs).
?
I would like to call my type of art,
expressionism.
?
Social Zoometry is there to replace the
roots of cruelty with the seeds of love;
love for animals is the beginning of a
welcoming and loving nation.
I can see you concentrate more on
animals as your subject matter…..
Yes animals are a subject that not most
people talk about in their work that alone
makes me use them as my subject matter.
point when I use animals.
?
From the comments I get many people
who say that my work is powerful, very
conceptual, not knowing what they say
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when I am not around (he laughs).
?
I have managed to exhibit in different
countries such as United States, Germany,
to continue to show my works worldwide.
?
Masimba Hwati, I have spent a lot of
time with him and we have done some
projects together so I know his personality
and his approach to life as well. Victor
?
I am a full time artist. Art is my life.
?
The art industry in Zimbabwe is not
as appreciated as compared to other
countries. Maybe it is like this because of
these economical hardships or people are
just too reluctant to appreciate.
.
?
By giving them advice and mostly
show them avenues in the arts industry
that might help in their career.
?
My
future
plans
are to
give
young
artists
a
platform
to
be recognised
internationally,
I don’t know how
I’m going to pull
that one off. With
the little connection I
have, I will try to share.
?
There is a lot
of rejection in
this career, one
needs to be
strong
and
pursue your
goal
like
it is the
o n l y
way. TP
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Fashion & Beauty
Hel
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Fashion & Beauty
lo Winter
As the temperature drops,
few new winter pieces each season to
scarves, fashion accessories (to
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Fashion & Beauty
Guide to Conservative Chic
Chiedza Mebe
T
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Fashion & Beauty
Chiedza Mebe
This piece will help our
dear fashion friends avoid
committing unholy crimes
of fashion. This is our list Tof things to ditch and avoid totally,
lest you fall victim to a fashion
suicide.
First question, Who
does that? The answer is
nobody should ever do that
to themselves but we still see a
number of sensible women prancing
around in this look. Truth is it should never
be done. If you do go around in this look,
sorry to say but, you don’t deserve a fair trial,
it’s straight to the death chambers for you.
Wearing a dress or skirt over jeans, doesn’t even
make sense. Choose one from the two already. It
always looks awkward, and trust us awkward
is not a good look.
Why torture yourself with these shiny
looking pants? Stick to the rules and get
yourself a decent pair
of pants. Let
us all try
to
forget
that these
Crim o
pants even exist. Leaving them in
the 50s were they belong. Move
along now, there are better fashion
statements to be made.
The fashion police car alarm bells went off
from just the mention of the words “shell suits”.
Shell suits look like something someone in space
would wear and trust us it’s not a pretty sight.
To emphasize how bad these are, take note, shell
suits are considered one of the worst fashion
crimes of all time. Shell suits do nobody justice.
The ground might as well just swallow you whole,
if you wear these.
Say no to tie dye
crime. Where do
we start with tie
dye?
Besides,
it’s ugly, it’s
really
ugly.
The word
b e a u t i f u l
or pretty
doesn’t link
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es
anywhere with tie dye. Anyone wearing
tie dye in all its forms, whether it’s on
a skirt or a top has committed a fashion
crime.
Lock them up and throw the key
away. There is absolutely no fashion
statement that can be made with these
shoes. In the dictionary they fall under
DON’T, they don’t belong in any sensible
fashionista’s closet. If they do nothing for
you, then they deserve to be binned, end
of story.
Should these even exist? Surely they
belong on another planet. Jelly sandals
leave a sour taste in the mouth. These
sandals can never be classy, sophisticated
or a must-have fashion item. If that won’t
won’t get compliments for wearing them
either.
These shoes have been
seen on a
couple of fashion idols; however, these
They’re huge, they’re clunky and the will
make your feet look like boats. Do you
want to look like you’re walking around
with boats on your feet? Didn’t think so,
now dig a hole in your back yard and bury
them.
Worn in kindergarten, skorts were
cool then. Increase the years and you’re
still wearing these. Ladies, you should
be ashamed of yourself.
Skorts look like a giant
napkin and should
be banned from the
streets. This fashion
No No doesn’t cut it in
fashion circles. Nothing about a skort
is cute. Best give them the boot.
We have imparted our angelic fashion
advice on things to avoid. Don’t
say we didn’t warn you when the
fashion police state that, “You’re
under arrest. Choose to stay on
point. TP
Fashion & Beauty
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Fashion & Beauty
Chiedza Mebe
African themed fashion is
trending the world over. Are
we not lucky to have this
fashspiration in our own
backyard? Invest in these key pieces to
nail this fabulous trend.
Exotic animal prints
Fashion goes safari with an assortment
of exotic animal prints making a debut
everywhere. Let your inner animal
come out and get on the bandwagon of
fashionista’s who love this trend. These
prints will give you edge and command
the right attention. Wear different options
and go for zebra, python, crocodile and
leopard. Not only do you get prints on
clothes but all your accessories are covered
so there’s no need to fret. Just don’t go
overboard with the print. Designers
have gone as far as making coats in blue,
pink and red spots of leopard which is
perfect for this time of the year and oh so
glamorous. Keep it cool and trendy as you
go wild on this fashion craze.
Bright primary colours
Add freshness to your winter wardrobe
in bold bright colours. Choose to be
sensual and energetic in these attractive
colours. Must wear colours to inject into
your winter wardrobe are cayenne red,
freesia, indigo blue and celosia orange.
Complete your look with these show
stopping colours. These are the perfect
colours for dresses and handbags this
season.
Tribal prints
Prints are very on trend. The perfect
way to nail this look is by getting colourful
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Graphic courtesy of Kelseo Fashion, A Fashion Student Experience at Parsons the School of
Design called BODY NARRATIVE MOOD BOARD
mix patterns of geometric and abstract
neon colours to keep it chic and stylish.
Also work it with earthy modern coloured
tribal prints. With the temperature getting
lower and lower invest in an ethnic block
print scarf to keep you warm. For added
freshness to your winter wardrobe stick
to prints with warmer tones. You can also
incorporate the tribal print look to your
accessories and shoes.
Feathers
Feathers are one of the micro breaking
trends of the year. However, just because
they are a micro trend doesn’t make them
seen designers in Africa and the world
over embellishing their clothing and
accessory designs with decadent feathers
in every shade. Igniting a touch of fantasy
feathers are a style do. Give yourself the
pleasure of embracing this micro trend.
Leather accessories
point that wild is in. Bold, outrageous and
lots of attitude stems from any fashion
junkie who dons leather accessories.
Leather accessories are stylish and can be
worn in many ways. Add leather details
to your ensemble by wearing a leather
cuff, bracelet or necklace. Leather belts
also beautify your look. To be on trend
keep an eye out for or grab a black leather
bondage belt which is so in right now and
don it to showcase your individuality.
Leather belts are multifunctional and
including dresses, shirts or coats. TP
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Fashion & Beauty
Chiedza Mebe
Often when one hears the words intimate apparel
they are quick to switch their minds to sassy
and naughty looks. Intimate apparel is indeed
all these things. It can be sexy and classy at the
same time depending on how one chooses to dress. The
scoop on what’s on trend for intimate apparel is right here
the precise intimate look. Choose a top to bottom look
that’s smoking hot. Remember when it comes to intimate
apparel you can choose to be sweet or go all out.
Leather is a big trend this year. Be a bad girl and rock
leather. It’s very edgy and looks good on those who want to
dominate or be dominated. Leather is bold and daring and
fashionable and invest in a short leather skirt, mid length
leather dress, pants or a biker jacket, which is perfect for
the colder season. This rock n roll look will keep all eyes
on you. Perfect when accented onto leggings, leather gives
a different feel to any look.
On modern women corsets have transformed from
being just lingerie (only to be worn in the bedroom) into
being daring outer wear. Corsets are just too pretty to
hide. They can be feminine, sexy and have lots of edge.
Screaming “Look at me” this look is not for the timid. The
current trend clearly states that these pieces were made
to be seen. Spice up your wardrobe with a vintage classy
and create havoc on the streets.
The delicate fabric is being added to designs everywhere.
It’s a must have for any woman’s wardrobe. Lace can
be a beautiful piece to wear as it is ultra feminine and a
tres romantic look. Wear lace in bold playful colours like
fuchsia, red, blue and emerald. If worn at night lace can
add sex appeal and naughtiness to an ensemble. Join the
naughty vixen crowd and look more than irresistible in
decadent lace.
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Take on a strong bombshell elegant
stance by wearing a velvet ensemble.
Boudoir chic looks are go-to elements
for intimate apparel. A velvet dress in
a striking colour will have you looking
fashionably on point and have “glam girl”
written all over you. Wear a velvet dress
with swag as it hugs onto your body.
will be the envy of every woman. Perfect
for evening events donning a velvet
ensemble will not only set you apart but
will guarantee that you will be one classy
lady. Take the luxurious route and be a
velvet style star.
Silk is reminiscent of exotic nights in
bed with the man of your dreams. Well in
some people’s dreams it is. The softness
of silk is feminine, sexy and inviting.
There’s something about a silk ensemble
that makes anyone want to touch it. It is
The sensual fabric can be worn at night
and can even be toned down for day.
Captivate the hearts of many in perhaps a
beautiful silk evening gown. TP
Picture Courtesy of facebook account of Trudy’s Intimate
Apparel, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
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Men’s Guide
to Formal Shoes
A cap toe refers to the extra stitched
layer of leather near the front of a shoe.
Different kinds of formal shoes can also
be capped for example an Oxford shoe
can be capped. Get a sleek cap toed shoe
for formal events. Cap toes add a unique
look to a formal shoe, adding heaps of
personality. Cap toed dress shoes can be
worn with a tuxedo on a night out or with
a suit.
Chiedza Mebe
Men should love all
things formal. If you’re
attending a formal event
or your work environment
requires you to dress formally, remember
that there is a formal shoe to suite every
occasion. This men’s guide to
formal shoes, breaks down the
different types and styles of
formal shoes that can be worn
out and about, on your formal days.
Read on to see, which shoe is for you and
perhaps maybe, you might be interested
in investing in all the formal shoes.
After all you can never have too
many shoes.
Winter is here and dress boots are great for this kind of weather. A dress boot
that is sleek and minimalistic can be worn with a suit. Dress boots come in a wide
variety of styles. The boot is a formal dress shoe option that was worn on formal
occasions. Opt for dark leathered boots for formal events. It’s much classier.
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The formal pump also known as an Opera pump is a
formal type of loafer made from shiny black patent leather.
It usually has a ribbon decoration on the cap of the shoe.
Formal or Opera pumps are best suited for formal black
tie or white tie events. Opera shoes are occasionally seen
at full-dress events on fashion conscious individuals, the
rest preferring to stick to Oxfords.
Fashion & Beauty
Many designers these days are
designing penny loafers with a modern,
streamlined shape; that make it a
perfect shoe for formal occasions.
Wear them with a sleek suit at a black
tie event and steal the show. TP
(in black)
Look stylish, tasteful, and
masculine in black polished
lace up shoes at formal
dinners or in the work
place. Lace ups
are men’s go
to shoes,
when it
comes to
formal dress shoes.
They are the most
dependable and versatile
shoes one can own.
The gold standard of dress
shoes, the Oxford balmoral has a
round toe, like mentioned earlier can
also be capped with a closed lacing. Oxfords
are the highest peak for formal option shoes,
especially when it comes to what to wear for
business or a black tie event. If you own one pair of
formal shoes, it has to be black Oxfords. This plain and
s i m p l e shoe can be worn with almost everything.
shoe can be worn with almost everything.
White bucks are Oxfords
made of white buckskin,
which is a rough leather. In
reality it is not exactly white.
They are considered professional
shoes.
Image courtesy of www.heritageofscotland.com
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Models & Pageants
5 Minutes with The Parade Queen July
Tapuwanashe Arimuzhu
?
Funny, smart and determined.
?
Experimental chic that is,
I keep up with fashion
trends, yet I am my
own inspiration.
?
Me, because I
always surprise
myself.
’
?
I am a good
makeup artist.
?
Focusing on the bright side
and being happy. Smiling
makes you look younger and
more beautiful than when you
frown.
?
I think the qualities that make up
someone who rises above
modeling stereotypes whether
negative or positive and brings
something new to the table.
?
My mother, she is the
most caring, patient and
supportive person I
know.
?
R e s p e c t
means being
considerate and
having a regard of
other people’s lifestyle
or beliefs and thus doing
unto others as you would
want them to do unto you.
?
It’s hard to choose one but
eyeliner is the one thing I
cannot live without.
In life what can’t you live without?
My friends and family
?
Having a God-fearing family has been
the greatest gift of all
?
I am assertive, I know what I want
and go for it, I am very loyal to the
ones I love and they know they can
trust me with anything. I am also very
sociable, funny and I can easily make
friends with anyone.
?
one who is intelligent enough to be
independent, knows how to stand her
ground when it comes to her beliefs
especially when it comes to what’s right
and wrong and is respectful to others on
her way up the success ladder.
?
I quote, “If you know not where you
come from you are doomed to live in
shame.” –Mutabauka dub poet. Culture
is important because it keeps us in touch
with our roots and keeps our morals in
check.
?
My crazy big gold hoop earrings.
?
Yes! I always thought it would be fun and
have always been interested in it because
of the opportunities modeling presents.
?
Watching movies and hanging out with
my friends.
?
parent’s reaction about me passing was
my proudest moment.
?
I would want to do environmental
awareness and charity work. I also
intend to put a smile on people’s faces,
teaching people to save our environment
and to sustainably utilize it for future
generations.TP
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Love & Relationships
Chiedza Mebe
Say hello, to what could possibly
be some of the best days of your
life. The single life is a time to
celebrate and enjoy yourself.
who you want to settle down with? If
you are going to spend the rest of your
life with someone you might as well enjoy
being single now. This is easier said than
done, especially if everyone else around
you seems to be settling down and
encouraging you to do the same. If you’re
not ready yet or just haven’t met the one
you can learn how to master the art of
being happily single with this mini-guide.
1
Being single gives you the time to
hurts lead to a broken outlook on future
relationships. The mistakes of an ex
become the mistakes of your current
partner. Because a previous relationship
failed some people become insecure and
bring on feelings that they will never be
good enough for anyone. This becomes
a problem in itself. Take a time-out,
learn to forgive yourself a n d
allow yourself to
accept the
situation. This
will help
you move
forward as
whole and
not broken
i n d i v i d u a l .
Take
this time to learn to love yourself and
therefore you can love someone else fully
when they come along.
2
for your inner being. If you’re
comfortable alone then you will be happy
being happily single. By appreciating
quiet moments you are well on way to
succeeding in living a happy single life.
Think about it this way once you become
one with someone else and start a family
the quieter and more peaceful moments
become hard to come by. Enjoy them. It’s
okay to just chill out at home, read a good
book, watch a good movie, lie in bed all
day, not because you’re sad and alone but
because you’re happy and want to.
3
With couple time eliminated
from your schedule, discover your
dreams and succeed at them. Make your
dreams a reality, without the distraction
and comfort a relationship brings.
Keeping your eye on the ball, make that
business come together, pursue that
career, get the diploma or college degree
you have always wanted. By focusing on
your life and achieving your dreams, each
step your take is a success and will give
you something to be proud of and happy
about.
4
relationships they neglect their family
and friends, choosing to spend every
moment with their
partner. This is
when people
often lose
themselves as it’s hard for couples to live
separate lives. It’s inevitable that this
happens at some point in the relationship.
Being single gives you more time to
devote to the other relationships in your
life that also deserve your full attention.
Chances are your family and friends will
always be there however, nuture these
relationships as they truly matter. The
love and attention you get from them
time spent with them will put you in a
good space and you’re bound not to notice
that you’re single. If only one could
change their Facebook status from single
5
,
’
Avoid moping around, crying
about the doom that you might die alone.
Chances are this won’t happen and the
life you want will come in its own time.
Not everyone’s fairytale comes when
they want it too. It’s okay to be single.
Life is worth living, be happy and live it
whether you’re in a relationship or not.
Enjoy having a good time, travelling to
places you have never been to and yes you
can go alone or with a group of friends.
There’s nothing better than a bonding
road trip. A popular quote states that,
“Life is about the journey and not the
destination.” What are you waiting for?
Live already!
6
;
There comes a time when you feel
like all your friends are settling down,
and looking happier than they have ever
The Sin
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looked. It can be quite hard to not feel like
you’re missing out on something beautiful.
(fear of missing out). Resentment and
envy rears its ugly head in the situation.
note that because they look happy doesn’t
mean they actually are. Take your time,
be genuinely happy for your friends and
continue to enjoy the single life. Your time
will come. Choose to be the supportive
friend while you continue with your life’s
journey.
7
Invest in yourself. Take care
of yourself and focus on your
inner and outer being. Instead of using
your energy concentrating on another
individual, concentrate on yourself fully.
Building yourself, working on your selfesteem,
your outward appearances, spoil
yourself at the spa, enjoy your monthly
manicure or weekly haircut, and feed
your inner spirit. Work on the negatives
and polish up on the positives.
8
Being single gives you room to be able
a relationship, in your own time. Take
this time to write up a list on what you
would like from a man or woman and a
relationship. The list should include what
you will tolerate and not tolerate in a
relationship. Being aware of what you
deserve is the key to knowing your worth.
This will help you decide what it is you
want when you’re ready to start dating
again. TP
Love & Relationships
gle Life
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Love & Relationships
Chiedza Mebe
The friendzone is a term coined
in popular culture to describe a
platonic relationship, in which
one of the friends, usually
the man, wants more than the platonic
relationship. The man often seeks out
a romantic or sexual relationship with
the friend, however, the sad news is the
woman prefers to contain the relationship
and maintain their friendship status.
For most men, the primal hunters who
go in for their prey with skilful elegance
and get what they want, the friendzone
best to stay away and avoid the friendzone
with a woman who he is attracted to. Ask
any man who has experienced this and
to be. They might even encourage you to
run like you’ve never run before.
The friendzone has been known to cause
a lot of frustration for most as this
eventually leads to the breakdown of the
friendship as well, or lead one down the
road of torture, where one has to pretend
to be okay with just being friends, while
the woman goes on talking about the man
have been friendzone
Other signs include she suggests you
always hang out as a group, you get no
special treatment, physical contact
is never long, shows no interest,
compliments you on how
good of a friend you are and
the worst one is when she
refers to you as her bestie
(best friend).
For some men it takes
a while to accept that
they have been put in the
friendzone, for others, they
quickly move on. After all it’s the
right thing to do. A wiser man,
might stick around,
in the hopes
they might get
introduced to
the woman’s
e q u a l l y
attractive
s i n g l e
f r i e n d s .
It can’t possibly be wrong to do this,
besides if you’re just friends they should
deserves to be put in her own friendzone
if she can do it, so can you.
If however, you are still keen on being
with this woman or you foresee a woman
you’re attracted to putting you in this
place (the friendzone), here’s some advice
on how to avoid this situation.
Try not to get too comfortable with her,
because the last thing you want is for her
to start seeing you as her friend or worse
in and discuss other men with. Instead be
a man, get your primal instincts on and
go in for the kill. It’s as simple making
your intentions known and making them
known fast. The sooner the better, keep
that in mind. What’s the worst that could
happen? It’s either a yes or a no, which is
better than being stuck in the confusion,
the friendzone brings.
Take the plunge and ask her out on a date
(a real date), not one that you would take
your friend out. If she’s the one you want
to be with, you have to make an effort.
Women love to be spoiled, go ahead and do
that. Chances are if she agrees
to go out on a date, you
goodbye to the
friendzone.
Inaction is one of the deadliest traits that
the jail cell of the friendzone. Make a
move before she does, and when she does
it will probably be followed with this
statement, “You’re such a great friend.”
Everything about this statement is clear
you are just a friend, yes, just a friend.
It’s your fault if your dream about being
with this woman is crushed in this very
instance. Stop playing it cool and lean
in for that kiss, remember to stay sober
when you do it and choose the right time.
Do not wait for someone with the big
This is tricky but true on
many levels. However,
it would be sadder to
see yourself helping
her choose a dress
for a date she’s going
on with some other
guy. After this you
should know staying away
from being friends to begin
with might not be such a
bad idea. Being
honest
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Registered with the G.P.O as a newspaper
from the get go might work in your
favour. Women love a man who shows
always determines who gets the girl or
not. Give it a try.
Repeat this quote, “No more Mr Nice guy”;
sometimes pulling the plug does help
people appreciate you more. Leave the
friendship for a while. This however, might
be hard to do, especially if you’re stuck
in a situation where you would rather be
their friend, than not see
them at
all. Choose to give her space. This might
make them change their mind about you.
‘Distance makes the heart grow fonder’
rings true when it comes to this. If you’re
lucky, when you return, you might just
get more than a friendly hug.
good luck!
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Love & Relationships
Post Orgasmic Depre
Chiedza Mebe
Have you ever had the most
amazing intimate encounter,
were two souls set alight a
powerful spark, a connection
so undeniable, only to feel extremely low
soon after? A number of people feel this
way, especially when they seek a deeper
connection and the only connection they
get is plus or minus twenty minutes of
bliss and after that it’s back to reality.
This has been coined a somewhat post
orgasmic depression. Medically this rare
condition is known as Post-orgasmic
illness syndrome (POIS) or Post-coital
tristesse (PCT).
Sadness after sex is a very real
condition. It is however, not common
to hear that some people feel depressed
soon after sex. The truth is suffer ers of
this condition are not alone, a number of
people feel that way. When the afterglow
of sexual intercourse is replaced with
negative feelings of depression instead of
positive mood boosting emotions it can
become frustrating
and confusing for
the sufferer.
According to
experts there
are many reasons why someone would
feel this way. The answer is usually
psychological. Some reasons include post
traumatic stress disorder for example in
rape victims, having sexual relations with
an abusive individual, not being ready
for sex, fears of rejection, guilt, shame,
emotional distance within a relationship
and low self esteem. Experts have further
pointed out that one’s biology may also be
against them.
The science behind this condition is
that one’s body creates the hormone
prolactin which counteracts the release
of dopamine, the sexual arousal hormone.
Prolactin is the cause of one’s depressed
state soon after sexual activity.
Walter Last the writer of the
Neurochemistry of sex, in his work stated
that “Orgasm is generally regarded as the
ultimate goal of recreational sex. Wilhelm
the nature and purpose of the orgasm
as a discharge of excess bio-energy with
additional liberation of feeling energy
and he also recognized the negative
consequences of blocked sexual energies.”
Last went on to explain that, “After
orgasm dopamine levels fall sharply with
the usual withdrawal symptoms. This
reaction tends to be immediate in males
and delayed in females. Also prolactin
levels rise and androgen receptors
fall after orgasm. Low testosterone is
associated with irritability and anger.”
This is usually why an individual may
after sex.
Psychiatrist Dr Friedman discussed this
very phenomenon where he prescribed
Prozac which also goes by the name
Fluoxetine to patients who experienced
this phenomenon. This medication is
known to be one of the most effective
anti-depressants on the market. Although
patients noticed a reduction in sexual
the results after taking the medication.
It can be hard for any sufferer to, not
that occur during and after a sexual
experience. There is a way out and your
you do suffer from this condition, if the
symptoms continue to present themselves
and you want to rid yourself of the
negative emotions that after sex brings it
would be wise to seek professional help.
TP
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Tafadzwa Dombodzvuku
An epitome of perfection, a
wholesome nourishing beauty,
a paragon of virtue all packed
in one, where the exact words
to describe Elizabeth’s unquestionable
beauty, which had the power to light up
the world during a blackout.
Even in the midst of her never ending
troubled thoughts, the woman had a
beauty that can conquer all. The smile
across her face was gracious with a
piercing sparkle in her eyes that any
right-minded man could not miss.
Since the time she came to live in our
village, I tried the best I could to win her
heart but she always turned down my
overtures, saying, “I’m not ready to date
a man.”
The previous man in her life had
done extreme damage and had dented
her appetite for love or a relationship.
Elizabeth had a son who was in the sixth
grade. Like Siamese twins, they were
to say the least.
“If only you can give me a chance to
love you, I promise to bring you the sun;
you are a beautiful woman Eliza.
“Each time I see you passing by, I feel
beauty melts my frozen heart. It is only
natural that I would fall in love with
you,” I said in a sober toned voice.
My efforts felt like trapping an elephant
with a thin wire snare. They never came
into fruition. She would always give me
the same answer, but it did not deter
my zeal or dampen my spirits. For me
it would be a crime to give up on such a
beautiful lady.
In my elusive bag of tricks, I found
that the best way to win a woman’s heart,
especially, a woman like Elizabeth, was
through loving & making friends with her
children. So, I befriended her son,Tapiwa
and tried to be the man in his life. The
kid was a marvel to accommodate in my
tiny antiquated designed heart that I had
inherited from my deceased grandfather.
“I appreciate what you are doing for
my son, thank you for being a father
man like you,” complimented Eliza.
Her words encouraged me in my
endeavours to win her heart. Her aunt,
whom she stayed with, seemed to like me
a lot and I kept on believing that one day
I would win her over.
Elizabeth was a beautiful woman, in
her late twenties. She had come to live
in Hurungwe after what she had told me
was a “horrendous experience in Harare.”
I tried in vain to have her open up and
tell me her story but she was reluctant.
Until one day, I met her aunt at the well,
in her absence.
Her aunt tricked me into pumping
water for her so she could tell me more
about Elizabeth. She enticed me by
promising to tell me Elizabeth’s whole
history and I readily agreed with my
labour. I was very much inquisitive to
hear about the story of ‘My Love’ and to
her to despise men with so much vigour.
“It is a long story my son,” she said as
she sighed.
“I have all the time in the world to
listen tete,” I replied.
“The situation is very complicated and
I don’t blame Eliza for despising men. She
endured excruciating, heart-felt pain, a
pain she has learnt to live with. Not all
woman can live with such a heavy burden
but my niece has managed,” said tete.
I was getting curious and impatient to
hear the whole story.
Tete was a very good storyteller and
she knew how to whet the appetite of a
listener before dropping the bomb.
My patience was tested and my veins
were stretched. The food was getting cold
before we could consume the delicacy,
quoting a popular local idiom, as her aunt
toyed with my mind and my heart. She
was taking her time, telling me of the life
that Elizabeth lived
“Stop beating about the bush tete,
you know very well I love Eliza. Stop
trampling on my feelings,” I said.
“Can you grasp what I am about to tell
you?” asked tete.
“I can bear anything and everything.
alter the undying love I have for your
niece,” I replied.
The conversation persisted as I
white containers. I was sweating and tete
was looking on, hesitating, as we say, to
break and fry the egg.
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them in her wheelbarrow, begging tete to
her home. I was to push the wheelbarrow
the way.
Two do not walk together unless they
are in agreement. People were looking at
us as we were walking lackadaisically
down the road, as from a distance we
seemed to be quarrelling.
“Tafadzwa, Elizabeth was wronged by
a man she trusted very much,” said tete.
“Wronged, what exactly are you trying
to say, tete,” I quizzed. Not fully grasping
what she was alluding to, but knowing
from the movement in my stomach what
she was talking about.
“She was tortured by the every man
whom had been trusted with her care,”
she continued. I tried to imagine different
types of torture and the pain Elizabeth
went through, because torturing was not
an easy experience and from what I learnt
in history books of people who were
tortured during the liberation strugglethe
phenomenon was not an easy walk in
the park.
“Let me explain further, Tafadzwa.
Elizabeth’s parents were involved in an
accident and died on the spot when she
was doing her grade seven. Since I was
staying and working in South Africa as a
nurse, I could not be there for my niece
so she was left under the care of a local
priest.
“Life was never the same for this little
girl, who was her parent’s only child. She
was under a lot of emotional stress after
losing her parents at such a tender age,”
said tete.
I still had not fully grasped the whole
story, I was still imagining the torture
and the pain that I thought Elizabeth had
gone through.
“Elizabeth lived for four years with
the Priest and his wife. But unfortunately
his wife died of breast cancer when
Elizabeth was doing her form three. After
that, things we never the same between
Elizabeth and the Priest.
“In the year that followed, the Priest
started making overtures at Elizabeth.
She refused, rapeatedly, but he forced
himself on her. Elizabeth was raped by the
priest, resulting in her falling pregnant.
She gave birth to Tapiwa,” narrated tete.
I felt the ground drop from my feet,
as I unloaded the containers from her
wheelbarrow. I had been listening
attentively as I worked, but I stopped and
could only stare blankly at her
“My niece could not sit for her O’levels
and she was robbed of her bright future.
She could have become a teacher or nurse
if she had sat for her exams,” explained
tete.
“What happened to the Priest?” I asked.
“He was sentenced to 20 years behind
bars for raping and impregnating a
minor,” tete concluded.
a harrowing and torrid time and I needed
to take a different approach if I was going
to win her heart.
I decided to invited Elizabeth to my
house the following day. To my surprise
she did not turn me down like she used to.
“I know the whole story, tete told
me yesterday and I am sorry for what
happened,” I said offering a shoulder to
lean on.
To my surprise, she accepted my offer
of comfort. She cried, cried and cried her
lungs out. All I could do to help was have
her lean on my shoulder as I patted her on
her back whilst I consoled her.
Her greatest fear was all men were the
same. She did not trust men later alone
be able to love a man. She poured out her
heart and laid bare all her fears, thoughts
and feelings.
As I was comforting her in my
antiquated room, seated on my
dilapidated bed we lost track of time and
found ourselves caressing, kissing and
then making passionate love.
After love making, I felt very much
connected to the pros and cons of Eliza’s
persona. I just wanted to delve deeper
into her.
Moments after eating the forbidden
fruit, we sat far apart from each other and
she was ashamed of herself and remained
speechless until I asked her a question,
“What are we now?”
“Just a pen in the hand of a creator,
I love you Tafadzwa and please do not
break my heart,” she said with tears
trickling down her virtually wrinkled
cheeks.
I lost the will to talk but just nodded
my head in agreement. TP
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The housewives s
Culture & Society
Tarisai Maringire
Growing up Tatenda Mutasa
(28)* had a dream of becoming
an accountant and having a
family of her own.
Tatenda* enrolled at a local University
where she studied Accounts for four years.
While at the tertiary institution she met
the love of her life and everything seemed
to be what she had always wanted.
Her world went topsy-turvy one
day when her husband out of the
blue told her that she had to quit
her job and become a full time
housewife.
“When I met him he was
proud of everything I achieved,
he knew that I have always
loved my job. It was a big blow
to me. I didn’t expect that
from him since he saw
me hustle my way
through
college
to achieve my
c h i l d h o o d
dream
of
becoming
a
n
accountant,” said Tatenda.*
Many women have faced the same
predicament where husbands have forced
their spouses to resign from their jobs
to be full time housewives for various
reasons.
Men in favour of wives staying at
home say that it will give them ample
time for taking care of the kids without
divided attention.
A sentiment which is echoed by Gogo
Madzinga (60) who says
children who are raised
by their mothers
are
usually
well mannered
compared
to
those raised by
maids.
She says those
mothers have never
missed a milestone in
their children’s lives.
love and socialization. Families educate
children to be responsible adults and
better parents, so it’s critical for mothers
to be there all the way,” said Gogo
Madzinga.
However, others disagree with this
school of thought.
“You can nurture
your children and
still go t o
work. I have raised all my three kids this
mom who also works full-time.
Charity Nyoni, a working mother, notes
that, “One of the aspects of mothering
that’s terribly important is making sure
that you can provide for your children
She added that women should work to
be prepared for unforeseen circumstances
like husband’s unemployment, a divorce
or illness.
The current tough economic conditions
have seen families headed by one parent
struggling to make ends meet. So many
stories have been heard on how families
struggle to survive after the working
spouse has been retrenched or dies.
Roselyne Muchenje* said she learned
the hard way after divorcing her husband
of two years because of irreconcilable
differences. She now faces life as a jobless
single mother and seeks maintenance
from her former husband.
“Whatever path you decide is best for
you and your family, one thing is certain
of that decision as you leave your paid
work,” she advised.
Mr Manenji said he stopped his wife
from going to work after discovering that
her boss was always soliciting for sexual
favours from employees.
Psychologists argue that all this is
caused by mistrust in a relationship
rather than anything else.
Other women have pointed out to the
envy that comes from husbands whose
wives earn more than what they earn.
“I’m the main breadwinner in our
house and there are times when my
husband doesn’t like it. We have
arguments and he always threatens
that he will make me quit my job,” said
a lady who preferred anonymity.
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aga
Culture & Society
by their wives when it comes to career
and money. Men like to feel that they are
the head of the family,” agreed Tongai
Maphosa.
According to traditional beliefs, men
are the providers or breadwinners of the
family while women are the care-givers.
Feminists feel that the practice is
patriarchal and it is designed to favour
male domination as women are relegated
to be just care givers and the males won’t
have to be challenged by their women
counterparts at the work place.
“Men and women should have equal
opportunities at home and work; a couple
should share care for the children and
house work, and they should both be
able to go out to work if they want. It
is unprogressive for women to be only
care-givers. Each woman has to make the
her hopes and dreams.
“Women should voice their views in the
quest for emancipation and empowerment
against the patriarchal social set-up
which has always suppressed them from
mastering their own destiny,” said Kundai
Nyamutsenha who works with women
organisations.
Tatenda says it pains her to hear
many stereotypes about housewives, “We
tend to be portrayed as unmotivated,
depressed and uneducated. It’s not true
we also have ambitions.”
Not all men agree that women are
supposed to be just housewives as they
argue that when you marry you get
yourself a helper who should also work to
give the family stability.
“When the pressure of bills and
do well with a helper as the current
economical condition doesn’t need a sole
breadwinner,” said Tendai Gondo.
According to the scriptures, husbands
should be the head of the family and
should make decisions, which he views
are the best for his family.
“For the husband is the head of the wife
as Christ is the head of the church. Now
as the church submits to Christ, so also
wives should submit to their husbands
in everything says Ephesians 5:22,” said
Over the years women have been
facets of life. TP
*Not their real names.
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Culture & Society
Protect or
Witchcraft
Being accused of being a witch
or sorcerer has never been
comfortable business.
Europe and the Catholic
Church probably take the price for the
nastiest witch-hunts in history. Today
some of the worst places to be accused of
practicing black magic are in Africa.
The catastrophic and often violent
consequence for the mostly innocent
victims begs the question of what the
government can do to curb and manage
witchcraft allegations?
“In the countryside, people’s belief in
witchcraft is strong like iron,” explained
Belinda Masvanhise, who works for the
social ministry of the government.
But this belief expresses itself
differently depending on the social
context.
“As a child my parents would point out
certain old people in our village and tell
me they are witches and sorcerers and
that we shouldn’t play in front of their
houses,” she said.
This is fairly typical of the mild social
exclusion found all over the world that
mostly affects those people not seen to be
complying completely with certain social
norms.
But in some parts of the country,
witchcraft accusations can lead to a
decidedly more brutal outcome, with
accusations frequently leading to
mistreatment and violence against the
accused. This can ultimately lead to
eviction from the village and the cutting
of social bonds.
Often it is an event such as the death of
the member of the community that leads
to accusations of witchcraft.
“In the villages, there is no ‘natural
behind the death,” explains Peter Kaviya.
Guilt is often established in a witchhunting
ceremony. A traditional healer
or ‘prophet’ is summoned to perform a
cleansing ritual on which he or she may
enter a state of trance and is believed to
be ‘guided’ by the spirit of the dead to his
or her murderer.
In some cases the deceased is buried
holding some ‘muti’ that would make him
or her return to haunt the murderer.
Interestingly, those accused of
practicing black magic and driven out
of their communities overwhelmingly
“They are mostly female, poor and
without family support. 99% of them are
poor and old,” says Masvanhise.
persons can vary from place to place.
In Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic
Republic of Congo, accusations are mostly
leveled against children.
NGOs in the city estimate that as many
as two thirds of all of the city’s tens of
thousands of street children have been
chased away from home due to witchcraft
allegations.
Meanwhile, in areas of the Central
African Republic and Angola it is again
mostly old men and women who are
accused, even though there are increasing
reports of child accusations in the former.
The fact that witchcraft accusations
areas begs the question of whether there
isn’t a deeper social mechanism at work
in superstitious beliefs than the mere
searching for explanations when the
seemingly inexplicable happens?
“In regions where there is high
demographic pressure, the reaction to
witchcraft accusations is violence and
eviction.
“It is the poor, practically isolated
women, who are the victims in 90% of
all cases. In the majority the cases, they
are women after their menopause, who
are widows, who are poor, who have no
support, and of whom you want to rid
yourself because they have become a
useless mouth to feed, in the context of
high poverty,” she said.
For the accused, being cast out
of their home and social network is
often catastrophic, especially because
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Prosecute?
p solutions to
Accusations
it is typically the most vulnerable of
society that are targeted. For states and
governments, witchcraft allegations raise
both questions around their monopoly
of power and of how to deal with the
victims?
Zimbabwe and the Central African
Republic can be seen as two opposing
models in that sense. While Zimbabwe has
prioritised the protection of the accused,
the Central African Republic still carries
on with the French colonial attitude of
treating witchcraft itself as a crime and
trying to institutionalise the process of
accusation and trial.
Both the British and the French
colonial rulers introduced laws against
witchcraft, but while the French only
punished the practice of witchcraft,
the British also suppressed witchcraft
allegations no matter if one was accusing
others falsely or claimed to be a witch
themselves. Zimbabwe abandoned the
British law in the 1980s, but failed at
the time to introduce a law banning
witchcraft accusations.
Instead, the government set up a series
of institutions like Zinatha and otherwise
relied on laws against communal violence
and forceful eviction to punish the
perpetrators of witchcraft allegations.
This approach has proven to be
Many of them, for example, do not
know how to deal properly with the
police and courts. If they even approach
law enforcement, Masvanhise told The
Parade, they are often turned away
because they only tell the police about
the witchcraft allegations and fail to
happened as a consequence of those
accusations.
By contrast, the Central African
Republic has kept its colonial-era law and,
contrary to some other African states, is
making frequent use of it. According to a
study by UNICEF, about 25% of all cases
brought to court in the capital Bangui
and 80-90% of all cases in rural areas are
witchcraft-related. 70% of all prisoners
in Bangui central prison are incarcerated
because of witchcraft accusations.
In theory, an argument can be made
for the punishment of ‘black magic’ in
African societies. Witchcraft is not only
believed in, but also actively practised
all over the continent and the anecdotal
and factual evidence of malign witchcraft
practices abounds.
Completely doing away with
recognising witchcraft as a crime
therefore bears the real risk of lowering
the trust in the judicial system and
driving the practice of punishing witches
underground; after all, in the eyes of
most of the population, somebody has to
protect them from the evil intentions of
witches and sorcerers.
But this risk is probably worth it, if
one looks at the problems associated with
witchcraft-related trials. How do you
prove that somebody is involved with
the supernatural? In the Central African
Republic, the answer is simple: You just
ask somebody else who purports to wield
similar powers.
“That is hard because if my neighbour
gets on my nerves and I want to get rid
of her, I can just say she is a witch. I’m
against that,” argued Kaviya.
It is also worth asking whether a
sustainable solution to the suffering
produced by witchcraft accusations can
even come from attacking witchcraft
related practices at all?
As has been established, these
accusations are largely a function of
underlying social issues like poverty, low
levels of education and insecurity.
Witchcraft allegations typically target
the most vulnerable in society, but how
can beliefs “as strong as iron” be tackled?
TP
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Speechless
after winning
In the Courts
Tafadzwa Dombodzvuku
Theresa Mapete who recently
applied for a protection order
recently at the Harare Civil
Court was left with egg on her
face after the respondent Dennis Kucheni
insisted that the presiding magistrate
Barbra Masinhire should go ahead and
“Grant Theresa everything and more than
she is asking for.”
The court was left in stitches after the
applicant was left seemingly confused by
the judge’s decision in a case where she
was seeking a protection order to restrain
her husband of four years from visiting
her work place, verbally abusing her,
taking money from her and harassing her
in front of their daughter.
“I am applying for a protection order
against Dennis the father of my daughter;
he takes money from me to take care of
his other family, threatens to kill me,
harasses me, verbally abuses me at my
work place and I do not want him to call
me,” said Mapete.
The magistrate inquired what the
respondent would have to do if he wanted
to see his child, and maybe he would
want to give them groceries.
“If I may ask what the respondent is
supposed to do if he wants to
see the child, maybe
he would want
to give groceries
and so forth?”
asked magistrate
Masinhire.
“If it is about for
the child, there is no problem he can call
me it is okay,” said the applicant.
Dennis did not deny the application
but went on to insist that the court must
grant her everything she is asking for.
“I am not against the application, your
worship; you can grant her everything
and more of what she is asking for.
“I was actually surprised to receive
summons that I am wanted at the court
because for the four years we lived
together I never raised my hand to beat
her up neither did I harass her,” said
Kucheni.
Magistrate Masinhire double checked
if Dennis was not against the application
and if she can go ahead in granting the
application to the applicant.
“You can proceed and grant her
everything and more of what she is
asking for but I just want to say problems
started when her uncle’s sent some
people to take her from our matrimonial
get my wife back.
“This did not go down well with me
since at the moment I am unemployed
pay the lobola,” said Kucheni.
“Since the respondent is not against
the application, the court has
granted a protection
order to the applicant,”
ruled magistrate
Masinhire.
The applicant
seemed to
have gotten
c o n f u s e d
that she
won her case
with ease
and there is no
lobola coming for
h e r
uncles hence she took the time in front of
the magistrate to ask for something that
failed to come out.
Meanwhile, in another identical case
Esnida Watambwa Kwashirai brought
Lovemore her ex-husband before the
court seeking a protection order, for
the respondent not to come to her work
place, harass her, scold her and shout
obscenities in public.
“I’m applying for a protection order so
that he (Lovemore) stops coming to my
work place, to harass me, scold me and
shout obscenities at me in public,” said
the applicant.
Lovemore was not opposed to the
protection order and went on to say, “I
am not abusing her but the real issue is
she does not love me anymore and I am
not opposed to the protection order but
I want to ask what I can do because we
work at the same place?”
Both the applicant and the respondent
are vendors at Mbudzi bus terminus area
and the applicant’s parents live next door
to the respondent’s parents.
The applicant vowed to take the child
to the parents of the respondent if he
wants to see the child.
“I will take the child to his parents if
he wants to see him,” said Kwashirai.
The protection order was granted to
the applicant and the respondent was
advised not to abuse, harass, hurl shouts
at Kwashirai and that they must conduct
their vending business in peace. TP
Shocking protection orders
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African Femi
long
way over the past half century or so. In
organisations were often tied to the patronage
politics of the single-party state and tended to
focus on welfare, domestic and developmental
concerns whilst avoiding political engagement.
At the grassroots level women’s groups produced
handicrafts, promoted literacy, farmed, engaged in
income-generating projects, and engaged in cultural
activities.
This began to change in the 1990s as women’s
international women’s rights agendas as well as
by the United Nations, African Union, Southern
African Development Community and other subregional
organisations.
The 1985 UN Conference on Women held in
Nairobi and especially the 1995 UN Conference
on Women in Beijing served as catalysts for many
organisations and activists. International donors,
weary of state corruption and waste, began to shift
resources towards non-governmental organisations,
including women’s associations.
At the same time women activists became
involved in democratization movements, which
in turn opened up political space for women’s
mobilization. One-party systems gave way to multi-
taking a lead in changing
has
often been seen as a
Western concept, but
‘Feminism’
African women are
rest of the world.
We often hear a raft of statistics that
both celebrate and lament the status
of women. While some indicators of
gender equality have improved, others
continue to shock and disappoint,
different discrete areas can often
prove a troublesome task.
For instance there is news that
South African women hold 40% of the
country’s parliamentary seats while it is
also alleged that in Gauteng province 1 in 4
women have been raped.
However, in this context, the more
movements have made globally often go
unnoticed. Far from following a trajectory that
seeks to ‘catch up’ with Western feminism,
several African countries and social groups
have forged their own conceptions of equality
and provided models for the rest of the world
to follow.
Women’s movements in Africa have come a
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the World
party systems, military dictatorships
dissolved into civilian rule, freedom
of press, association and assembly
Africa, especially after 2000, further sped
up the push for women’s rights, especially
With time, women’s organisations
became increasingly independent of
government and the dominant political
party. Women activists began to acquire
their own resources, select their own
leaders and forge their own agendas.
They started taking on some of the
most challenging issues that affected
women. These included issues relating
to domestic violence, inheritance rights,
female genital cutting, child marriage and
other issues relating to customary law.
More recently, there has been increased
support for cervical screening and more
awareness around abortion and other
contentious issues.
Although the older welfare-oriented
and developmental agendas persist to
this day, a new emphasis on political
participation and advocacy has emerged.
New women’s organisations formed to
improve leadership skills, encourage
women’s political involvement, promote
women’s political leadership, press for
legislative changes, and conduct civic
education.
On the one hand, some of the successes
of African women’s movements can
be attributed to the roles played by
international organizations in catalyzing
change, providing broad spaces for
debate and action, and offering examples
for African nations and campaigners to
emulate.
But on the other hand, African
organisations can be seen to have
taken unique and novel approaches to
campaigning for female empowerment in
world.
In Africa, the term “feminism” has
often carried with it the baggages of
being regarded as a Western and foreign
construct. However, this is rapidly
changing as feminism itself has been
in Africa to suit their own purposes.
While some of these women’s
rights agendas have been inspired
by international feminism, African
women are themselves contributing
and implementation of women’s rights as
we see in the struggles over quotas and
constitutional reform.
The notion of ‘gender mainstreaming’
that became popular in the 1980s
had been articulated by women like
Jacqueline Ki-Zerbo from Burkina Faso in
1960, when at a UN meeting she argued
for the need to, “keep a double stream, to
the same time trying to involve them in
the mainstream of decisions and actions”.
More recently, women’s increasingly
visible presence in African legislatures
has also resulted in new global discussions
about strategies to enhance women’s
political representation.
The incremental model of increasing
women’s representation in parliament
that led to high rates of female
representation in the Nordic countries
in the 1970s has now been replaced by
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the ‘fast track’ African model whereby
dramatic jumps in parliamentary
representation are brought about by the
introduction of electoral quotas.
At Independence Zimbabwe adopted
promote women in all spheres of society.
Today, Zimbabwe has one of the
most vibrant representations of women
including a female vice-president and
a myriad of women organizations like
Women of Zimbabwe Arise (WOZA),
Women in Politics Support Unit (WIPS)
and Msasa Project to name just a few.
“It shows that Africa is keeping abreast
with the changes around the world and it
should make us proud when our continent
is referred to as a model in gender issues,”
said Cresencia Murwira.
Laws and deliberate policies have been
put in place and targets set to facilitate
women’s inclusion in decision-making
positions, with Sadc and the African
deadlines for the attainment of this goal.
Sadc has mandated its members to give
women 50% political representation by
2015.
With regards to women’s access to
decision-making roles the South African
parliament, which had a mere 2, 7%
representation of women before 1994,
now has 42% representation since the
2009 elections following consistent
improvement after each election.
South Africa’s 25-member cabinet has
13 female ministers and 16 female deputy
ministers.
The former President of Malawi Joyce
Banda is female, so is former South African
minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, who
is now the African Union Commission
chairperson, Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi is
United Nations Development Programme
director of Democratic Governance, while
former South African Vice-President
Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka is United
Nations Women Executive Director.
having the highest number of women in
Parliament. Females constitute 56, 5% of
the Rwanda’s National Assembly and 38,
5% of its Senate.
In Senegal and Seychelles more than
40% of parliamentary seats are held by
women, while in Mozambique, Angola,
Tanzania and Uganda more than 35% of
the seats are occupied by women. There
are female speakers of the house in one
higher than the world average of 14%.
But beneath these statistics lies an even
greater success.
Unlike many other rights, which are
dictated from a top-down international
(and often Western) level, Africa has
actively enhanced global understandings
of feminism and the future looks even
brighter. TP
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Harare’s sanitary lanes &
walls turned into toilets
Terence Zimwara
Harare city’s sanitary lanes
between buildings have
become restroom facilities
for pedestrians who cannot
afford the fee charged at paid restrooms
or cannot access the free ones.
You normally see drunken men and
young boys making a turn towards these
lanes once they feel the need to relieve
themselves, while mothers actively
encourage their young children to relieve
themselves at these undesignated toilets.
The result is often a strong stench that
to say it poses a potential for disease
outbreaks.
stop or arrest anyone violating the city
by laws that prohibit the use of sanitary
lanes to relieve themselves. The police
force however, seems to be overwhelmed
at times, while the odd good citizen
would dissuade fellow citizens from
engaging in this unbecoming behaviour.
This however, has disappeared as well.
Harare City has to bore the brunt of this
problem although the same is prevalent
in other cities across the country as well.
The Parade asked some Harare resident
their thoughts concerning this problem
and many blamed the council for not
doing enough to alleviate the situation.
Ronah a hairdresser accused the city
council of being complacent towards the
continued soiling of sanitary lanes, where
street kids and thieves now prowl.
“Almost every place in town has
become a toilet especially these sanitary
lanes and worse it happens throughout
the day,” said Ronah.
In the past people would use these
undesignated toilets at night only to avoid
detection, but now throughout the day
you see grown man relieving themselves
in these lanes.
The few well maintained public toilets
charge a fee for residents to use while
restroom facilities at designated public
unusable to some.
According to Ronah this forces people
to resort to sanitary lanes and other
places to relieve themselves when nature
calls.
The few public restroom facilities that
were built during the colonial era were
meant to be used by only a few people
that is, the white minority.
As many of these were built with the
of the population, their opening up to the
rest of the population suddenly put an
enormous strain on the facilities leading
to their constant malfunction.
The question is when is this going to
end? Who is going to put a stop to this?
City councils bear most responsibilities
in this matter and how they approach
the problem might provide the lead for
everyone to follow.
The Environmental Committee of
the Harare City council in an attempt to
tackle the problem, made a resolution last
year that all building owners had to put
gates on sanitary lanes, yet nothing has
been done judging by the number of these
lanes that still do not have gates.
Suggestions had been made that the
council had to use its resources to install
such gates and then levy building owners
in order for it recoup its costs.
However, just like the issue of potholes
and refuse collection, the city fathers will
simply not do anything but wait, while
forever hoping that the problems will go
away.
For Ronah and many others, the
residents of the city will have to live
with the stench of the sanitary lanes and
hope that no serious disease outbreaks
occur because of it, unless of course they
can pressure city fathers to act, which is
unlikely at this point. TP
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Air Force of Zimbabwe
Commander’s
shooting competition
Tafadzwa Dombodzvuku
The Air Force of Zimbabwe
conducted the Commander’s
Shooting Competition last
Range.
Sergeant Kangongwa won the top
competition and pocketed US$120, a
Holdings Limited.
the contestants drawn from different
services battling each other in different
shooting ranges.
Gospel sensation Fungisai Mashavave-
Zvakavapano graced the occasion and
took part in the shooting funfare with
other civilians who had not held a gun
before.
Air Force of Zimbabwe commander
Air Marshal Perence Shiri who was also
the guest of honour, applauded shooters
for a job well done and encouraged the
participants to further enhance their
skills in shooting.
competition and to those who did not
but keep on practising,” said Air Marshal
Shiri.
The commander went on to invite
civilians to take part in the competition
Force of Zimbabwe to come together and
sporting atmosphere.
“The Air Force of Zimbabwe would like
to invite all civilians to take part in this
unparalleled sporting discipline.
competing for the top honours in the
individual and teams, from various
shooting positions such as prone, sitting
and standing at the 100m, 200m and
300m range,” said Air Marshal Shiri.
increase in the number of women
participating despite the fact that
sport, which requires mental strength
and rigorous training.
Women who participated in the
commander’s shooting competition
included some war veterans who were
a part of the second Chimurenga and
other civilians drawn from Harare and
Chitungwiza municipalities.
“It is important to note the increase
of life.
the participants for a successful shooting
competition that was conducted in a
sportsmanship manner,” said the Air
Force commander.
In the female teams shooting
competition Thornhill Air Base came
third with Air Force Headquarters Team
Air Force of Zimbabwe Team C and
sitting on the third position.
Metropolitan came third and Murenga
ZDF Team B and A sitting on second and
Harare Metropolitan Province beat
civilians shooting competition.
The competition was a success through
the help of the corporate world that
individuals and companies that donated
in cash and kind towards this event,” said
Air Force Group Captain Command Sports
The AFZ Commander’s shooting
competition is an annual event that
draws participants from the civilians and
Police, Presidential Guard and Zimbabwe
Prisons and Correctional Service. TP
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A Black box los
Staff Writer
In relatively advanced countries
point your location from a simple
emergency 911 call.
When you travel outside Zimbabwe
to say South Africa or Britain and you
log on to your favourite internet based
application such as Facebook, Google or
use a Wi Fi in those countries, then almost
immediately your location is known.
We now live in the smartphone era;
many people now use these devices to
access the internet or to make phone calls.
These devices come with applications
that identify your location, so you can
never really get lost when using most
Android phones.
The question comes back again to
the missing Malaysian plane MH370.
How can it go missing with this entire
pinpointing technology? Can such a huge
plane just go missing without any traces
of its whereabouts?
A Boeing 777 plane is equipped with a
series of devices that allows the airliner
to keep tabs on the plane at all times.
In fact, it is also believed that Boeing,
the company that manufactures these
planes actually installs devices
unbeknown to
airliner operators. These devices allow
Boeing to have unfettered surveillance of
the plane even if something goes wrong
with the normal tracking devices.
It is interesting that Boeing has not
really come out to give its take or thoughts
on the disappeared plane and indeed
the former Prime Minister of Malaysia
Muhitair Mohamed, a critic of the West
pointed this out.
He claimed that Boeing had the
technology to remotely control a plane
once it was thought to have been
sabotaged and that this technology had
been in place since the 9/11 attacks.
For those in the IT world debate has
now shifted on trying to have a black box
in a different setting, a ‘black box in the
cloud’.
Black box in the cloud is the
technological response to the drama that
has characterized the missing MH370
plane. A Canadian airliner, First Air will
soon become one of the few operators that
will have this option to live stream black
box data in the event of an emergency.
FLYHTStream was made, a Calgary
based company FLYHT Aerospace
Solutions and it allows safety experts to
cockpit audio recorder in the event of an
emergency.
During an aircraft safety breach,
the Automated Flight
Information Reporting System (AFIRS)
retrieves back live 20 seconds of black
box data from the point at which the
breach began and immediately streams to
a secure server.
The pilot can activate FLYHTStream
inside the cockpit while the FLYHTStream
software can also be pre- programmed to
automatically switch on during an aircraft
responder did see it go off its course, the
procedure would be to activate the Flight
Stream.
This then allows the contact crew to
see what is going on and perhaps this
answers to families of those that were on
At a recent air show held in the UK,
aviation safety and security experts
called for the compulsory black box
data management backup systems in an
international digital age of aviation.
Such aviation backup systems will
enmesh ‘the cloud’, big data, wireless and
social media based communications.
shown the world that the black box alone
may not be enough anymore.
Since governments have failed to give
real answers or clues, the MH370 story
will remain a mystery and unfortunately
in the end conspiracy theories about what
happened will eventually become the
accepted theory.
A black box in the cloud seems like a
good shot at preventing another MH370
from ever happening again. It remains to
be seen if the rest of the world’s airliners
will adopt this technological innovation.
TP
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Common mistakes
made by SME owners
Terence Zimwara
It is not uncommon to learn of a
friend or relative who decided to
start a business enterprise. We often
applaud such steps because if the
business eventually succeeds individuals
can learn from the success, while for
many others it is always convenient to
have a business owner close by in case of
emergency.
However, it is not always smooth
sailing for those that choose to join the
business world, often a lot of the new
established businesses collapse within
Statistics from not only Zimbabwe but
from across the world show that this is
a common trend, new businesses fail
shortly after starting operations. The
question is why?
This article will attempt to answer
and why people still fall into the
same pitfall.
held by owners of the businesses. In fact
the initial motivation for venturing into
business could be the reason why the
business ultimately fails.
During the last days of the Zimdollar
era, business activity was highly unusual;
there were a lot of shortages of just
about everything. The few that were
courageous took the initiative to source
these products that were in short supply
and their success seemed almost instant.
During that time whatever that was
not available locally could be brought into
the country and the merchant would
However, we must
not forget that
d u r i n g
t h a t
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time we had an unstable currency, record
of foreign currencies. Nonetheless an
unhealthy syndrome was created by
eradicate ever since.
Zimbabweans, a notion of making a quick
b u c k
effort was nurtured.
The philosophy of
working hard to
achieve something,
which had been
the cornerstone for
success for larger and
was discarded by the
youthful generation
who seemed to be making it during that
Unfortunately for those that subscribed
to this school of thought, the Zimbabwean
economy now resembles that of a normal
economy. There are no longer shortages as
was the cases in the 2000s, the Zimdollar
is gone and in its place is the American
dollar.
in fact it is in negative territories or
a scenario that economists refer to as
there is no demand because people are
not earning enough or cannot access
loans from banks.
Now for anyone who thinks that they
can start a new business and immediately
awaits them. One must note that they
will incur losses in the initial period of
staring operations and these losses will
be related to funds that one will use for
Hard work is inevitable especially
with the state of the economy; you will
have to work harder to get customers,
customers that may not always pay you
in time. In fact some customers will
default and you will have to absorb the
losses and this is generally the normal
way a new business has to evolve.
If an entrepreneur wants their business
to be successful then they cannot run
away from some of these basics. The
casino economy that we saw in the last
decade is gone and a lot of ‘business
people’ of that era have since gone
bust.
We all know how the ‘change
money dealers’ fared soon after the
dollarization of the economy in 2009.
A lot of them found the real order of
solace in formal employment putting
to trash their philosophy of the easy
money and lifestyle.
So it is imperative for new business
owners to be realistic in their goals. It
is good to be dreamers and ambitious
but understanding that there are no
short cuts to success. Hard work is
inevitable, yet it will ultimately
bring the desired results.
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The other reason why new and small
businesses seem to fail is what is termed
over trading. Overtrading entails trying
to chew more than you can swallow,
trying to grow at a rate that is beyond
your capacity.
This often happens when a new
business tries to get supply orders that are
mouth watering but orders they simply
For someone who wants quick success
taking on such an order seems like a good
the small business owner will borrow
heavily based on the promise of huge
However, as it often so happens, the
customer will take his time to pay and
in the particular case of Zimbabwe. The
business owner or supplier of a service
or goods will be told of the liquidity
crunch as the main reason why they
are being paid late. In some cases the
payments will come in bits over time and
in the meantime interest on the borrowed
money will grow.
In the end one will realise little from
the sale because of the high interest
a number of times with big customers,
a business owner might be discouraged
from carrying on operating.
However, as a business person one
should understand their capacity and they
should have the courage to ignore these
lucrative orders if one does not wish to be
discouraged from running their business.
There is no real success story of a
business that has grown quickly and
stayed on as a successful enterprise. The
bubble will always burst at some point
and the story of TN holdings, Afrofoods
or Spiritage always come to mind.
Allow the business to grow steadily
and avoid the lure of a quick buck from
sidetracking the primary objective which
is to grow the business.
Other reasons why small businesses fail
also include failure to maintain records
and lack of access to funding, yet it would
that are the foremost causes of failure. TP
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Dealers in
Terence Zimwara
The post 2008 era has seen the
typical dealer face hard times,
a far cry from the extravagant
lifestyle they led when the rest
of the economy was in the doldrums.
Money changers, the most prominent
of these dealers went along with ease
and a large number of them where
environment of the 2000s.
If anything the economic environment
worked wonders for them, having access
to foreign currency during that time
made it easy for them to get anything they
wanted.
currency dealers then because the main
transactions were between the Zimdollar
and other foreign currencies.
was an unknown phenomenon, people
paid little attention to changes in
profound effect on the then prevailing
exchange rate.
This is where the currency dealer
would make their abnormal mark ups,
general public.
However, since the adoption of the US
dollar as Zimbabwe’s primary currency,
there has been little business for currency
dealers and that is why a majority of them
have opted out.
Fast forward to 2014, few street foreign
currency dealers are no longer exactly
living large. Some have been reduced to
close to nothing.
The margins they now earn have
reduced tremendously to what are
relatively normal levels. For instance,
at the moment you can exchange one
American dollar for about ten rands and
cents or a low commission.
percent, a far cry from the twenty percent
or more one would get charged during
because people still shun banks when
changing their money preferring dealers
operating from Roadport and all the way
right down to First Street in Harare.
Currency dealers are not the only
ones to have fallen on hard times since
the economy stabilized back in 2009.
The infamous illegal traders at the now
defunct Ximex Mall complex have also
found themselves falling on rocky times.
During their heyday, Zimbabweans
to purchase the latest mobile phones,
laptops or even semi durable household
items. Again traders at this mall had
access to foreign currency, something
that established and formal businesses
did not have.
People had few or no option but to buy
from the street traders although there was
always the risk of getting conned. Just
like their currency dealing counterparts,
street traders around Ximex have found
the going has become tougher since the
start of dollarization back in 2009.
When restrictions on foreign currency
movement were removed it became
easier for established businesses to start
the business of importing goods into
the country, hurting prospects of street
dealers in the process.
Conventional shops started stocking
and selling mobile phones, laptops plus
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post 2008
accessories, along with the usual add-ons
like warrants or guarantees something
street dealers cannot offer.
Slowly customers began to abandon
Ximex traders in favour of established
outlets. To compound matters for dealers,
it was announced the mall would be
closed to pave way for the construction
of a new building.
Raids by municipal and police details
soon followed with more intensity. Soon
all tenants had been removed from the
building and the entire building has now
been demolished.
What is astonishing though is the
continued presence of street dealers
around the barricaded site where Ximex
Mall once stood. Dealers have nowhere
to go. In their minds business can only
be conducted at Ximex, never mind that
building no longer exists.
There is no doubt that the changed
circumstances have hurt dealers who
may now be forced to look for other
avenues for survival.
The formalization of the economy has
not succeeded in completely eradicating
street dealers. Many still do business at
various places in Harare and sometimes
their activities border on illegal.
In the streets of Kaguvi in downtown
Harare, there is a band of dealers selling
motor vehicle spare parts and these seem
relatively unscathed by the ever changing
economic environment. These street
dealers do not exactly run retail outlets
of motor vehicle spares or accessories, yet
they survive by selling these on behalf of
shop owners or individuals.
For some reason customers actually
prefer dealing with these energetic and
knowledgeable dealers than actual retail
and once the customer pays, they will
remit the full selling price to the retailer
and pocket the difference.
Retailers are happy to deal this way
because street dealers do not pose as direct
competition but actually complement the
business of retailers.
This is how they survive and their
operations have not been altered much by
the dollarization of the economy and that
has been one of the few exceptions.
Other dealers include touts that offer
quick services to document seekers in and
Causeway building offering insurance
and other vehicle registration services, as
selling vehicle licenses.
It has already been noted, some of the
services offered are illegal and dealers
actually risk arrest if they get caught, yet
that has not deterred these unemployed
individuals from continuing.
High unemployment levels and the
ongoing closing down of companies,
forces people to resort to rather
unorthodox means of survival. Perhaps
if authorities were to create policies that
favour investment, foreign investment
simply move to the more formal way of
doing things. TP
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Street Vendors &
City Pavements
... Human congestion and pick-pocketing as vendors take
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A
walk around the Central
Business District of Harare is
becoming a daunting task by
the day.
Pavements were pedestrians are
supposed to walk have been converted
into mini tuck-shops with clothes, shoes
and basic foodstuffs laid all over, making
human congestion, pick-pocketing and
noise pollution rife as vendors resort to
outdoing one another in advertising their
products.
Lack of proper employment for many
has seen Zimbabwe being reduced to a
vending nation, with not only vegetables
being sold along the streets but also
intimate garments like underwear and
bras.
Crowded pavements are fraught with a
strong stench emanating from perishable
distance.
A survey by The Parade showed that
most of the sweets and
chocolates sold on
the streets have
either expired or
getting closer to
their expiring
dates.
to city pavements
The down-town area is particularly
worse with most of these street vendors
even being rude if you happen to nudge
their stall.
“I was once insulted by a vendor who
called me all sorts of names after I stalled
his table while passing by, since then I
now avoid using some roads when I go
home,” said Primrose Chauke.
A stroll down Mbuya Nehanda Street
and Robert Mugabe Way bears testimony
of just how bad the vending situation in
Harare has become.
Every corner is stacked with wares as
some stalls even overlap into the road,
possibility.
Outside a major supermarket situated
at the corner of Robert Mugabe Street
and Julius Nyerere, vendors seem to feel
at ease while going about their business.
Right at the door of the supermarket
are vendors selling everything from
canned foods to sweets, while directly
opposite is a stream of women selling
The Parade caught up with one vendor
described the situation on the streets as a
dog eat dog world.
He said he was once formally employed
at a heavy industrial site but when his
company closed down, he had to hustle to
survive.
“I am lucky because I am yet to have
a family of my own but my siblings still
expect me to help,” Ishmael said.
He added that, “most of the commodities
like sweets and chocolates that people sell
are nearing their expiration date or have
reached its sell-by date but we get these
from supermarkets on a wholesale price,
with potato crisps and snacks being some
of the few items that are fresh”.
Ishmael argued that on a good night,
he can get more than $50 from selling his
commodities on the street while on some
days he gets $15.
Another vendor Beatrice Marumo
said when she realised that people were
making a living from selling food and
clothes, she joined the bandwagon.
Mambo said she used to trade in
Epworth but later discovered that it was
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“I used to sell vegetables and other
things at home but a friend of mine told
me of brisk business in town and I have
since resorted to street vending and trust
me I’m living a better life than before,”
she said.
“Surely town council police may
harass us during the day but when I
come at night it is much better because
everyone is busy going home. Even law
enforcement agents buy our stuff without
arresting us,” Marumo added.
A visit to Chitungwiza also showed
that the trend of bulk selling was catching
up, with shoes being sold on the front
pavements of large supermarkets such as
TM stores.
During weekends it is a common sight
to see food and clothing sharing the same
crowded pavement with people.
if I quit this where am I going to get
another job, we are trying to earn a
living in a country that is not doing well
economically.
“Until that time when the government
is able to create proper employment for
all of us, I will keep on doing what I
am doing,” added another vendor who
requested anonymity.
Though the Harare City Council often
had a blitz to curb street vending, those
like Ishmael and Marumo only start
operating their businesses late in the day
and way after normal working hours.
Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency
(ZimStat), Zimbabwe’s unemployment
rate stands at 11 percent contrary to 85
percent claimed by some economists.
They allege that out of the total
population of 13 061 239, 68.2 percent are
economically active while 32.5 percent
are not.
The ZimStat survey also indicated that
3, 7 million people are employed in the
informal sector with women constituting
the majority with 54, 6 percent.
Last year the Ministry of Small and
Medium Enterprises and Cooperative
Development alleged that $7, 4 million
was circulating in the informal sector and
needed to be harnessed into banks. TP
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Business, Careers & Technology
Is the ZSE ownership
Terence Zimwara
The recent signing of
the memorandum of
understanding between the
government, Securities and
Exchange Commission (SECZ) as well as
the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) has
been aptly called a new dawn.
The memorandum of understanding
(MOU) sets the pace for the demutualization
of the exchange, a process that will see
the ZSE being transformed from mutual
society to a broadly owned private entity.
The government which was
represented by the Finance Minister,
Patrick Chinamasa, will assume 32
percent of ownership of the exchange
while the remainder will be owned by
brokers.
Presently the ZSE operates as a mutual
society where members enjoy rights of
ownership, decision making (one member,
one vote) and trading.
Thus, the essence of demutualization
is that of separating ownership of
the exchange from management and
participation through adherence to
internationally accepted code of corporate
governance.
For years on, brokers had been
reluctant to let go of control of the
exchange using different tactics to stall
the process of turning the exchange into
a private entity.
The replacement of the ZSE Act with
the Securities Act in 2004 culminated
in the creation of a capital markets
regulator, SECZ.
Prior to this, the ZSE had been a ‘self
regulating’ entity and the creation of SECZ
resulted in repeated clashes between the
two, with the former arguing that by
virtue of its presence before the latter’s
creation it therefore could not be asked to
restart a process of registration.
In fact, in a sign that hostilities have
not totally ended, at the signing of the
MOU, Tafadzwa Chinamo chief executive
of SECZ repeated his organisation’s long
stated position, that the ZSE was not
properly registered.
Minister Chinamasa who was the last
to give a speech, immediately tried to
reconcile the two parties by telling SECZ
what he felt were the reasons for ZSE’s
reluctance to fully register itself with the
regulator.
He repeated the ZSE line that it was
already operating prior to the change in
the Act, governing its operations however
the minister promised to help solve the
long standing issue in the not too distant
future.
The raising of such an issue at a
memorandum signing raises questions
about the whole demutualization process.
If stakeholders are still publicly slating
each other even in front government,
then there is every chance that the big
egos of brokers and that of regulators
may torpedo the latest effort to realign
the country’s sole capital market player.
Minister Chinamasa in his speech
lack of it as the prime cause for past
problems at the ZSE. He added that the
organisation, this created governance
issues and the lack of operational
Eve Gadzikwa current chairperson
of ZSE applauded the signing of the
memorandum because the status quo
lacked clarity in terms of, who owns what
and who does what?
She believed having this clarity will
promote growth of the exchange and it
will cease to be a club as is the current
perception which arises primarily out of
the ownership structure.
The road map as set out by the
memorandum indicates that shareholding
structures will change after the
demutualization has been completed.
When demutualization is done and
dusted, government’s shareholding of
the exchange will be reduced from 32 to
16 percent. Similarly, brokers are also
expected to reduce their shareholding
from 68 to 34 percent.
The rationale for this according
to Minister Chinamasa is to have a
the exchange is such an ‘important’
institution whose shareholding cannot be
vested in a few stakeholders.
The remaining 50 percent will be shared
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individuals and Chinamasa implored
SECZ and ZSE to immediately start the
process of identifying potential suitors for
the exchange.
In the envisaged aftermath of the
demutualization, the ZSE will court
strategic partners but holders of voting
shares in the ZSE will not be allowed to
hold more than ten percent of total voting
shares in ZSE.
Government also said it expects other
players to enter the capital markets as
competitors to ZSE something that has
been impossible to do now due to what
the minister called barriers to entry.
The ambitious goals that stakeholders
have set for themselves will only be
achieved if indeed the brokers are now
ready to let go of the exchange and if the
ZSE management itself is committed to
the reforms.
In the past former ZSE chief
executive Emmanuel Munyukwi and his
management were accused of corporate
malaise with media reports suggesting
unbridled mismanagement of resources.
The ZSE ultimately dismissed Mr
Munyukwi and Alban Chirume now
leads the revamped ZSE management.
The MOU now sets the tone for more far
reaching reforms and the good behaviour
of all stakeholders will be the key in
seeing this out. TP
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ZSE counters too few?
Terence Zimwara
Zimplats is probably the largest mining
the country’s main tourist destinations
The companies are too few to
and the combined value of these
entice global fund managers to
properties is well over $22 million that
look at Zimbabwe as a possible
is not listed and the list extends even
the market is valuing the group.
investment destination. Africa
beyond mining companies.
Africa Sun is not the only counter
is widely seen as a better investment
While the ZSE is thought to be one of
destination with returns higher than
the best performing stock markets on the
Colliery the coal miner is valued at $8
most other continents.
The recent fund managers’ workshop
mass in terms of volumes and transactions
one looks at the assets and inventory of
organized by Imara brought global fund
coal the company owns.
managers to the country and according to
There is just not enough trading;
In normal settings market forces will
transactions mostly involve the blue chip
correct this anomaly; the share price will
counters like Delta Beverages or Econet
rise until it reaches a point where the
invest.
Wireless. The rest of the counters are
market capitalisation will almost be at
“Fund managers are not looking at
par with the book value of a particular
starting businesses here but they wish
once you acquire them.
company.
For a fund manager this situation
said Chinamasa.
is not ideal because it creates a sense
alone have not been able to make this
He explained that during his interaction
there is need for foreign participation as
they were looking at companies that offer
disinvest. It is unhealthy that only about
better prospects and the Zimbabwe Stock
the stock market in large enough volumes
Exchange (ZSE) is one place they will try
to help realign share prices.
So in sense fund managers were
Foreign investors have for the greater
Chinamasa added that one take away
part been reluctant to come because of the
minister that there were a few counters.
perceived country risk. The controversy
there are a few companies listed on the
ZSE. Local business people with brilliant
ideas are not aware of the opportunity to
any other exchange to really attract fund
have combined to create the so called
raise the much needed capital via listing
managers.
on the stock market.
The other issue with the ZSE concerns
investors to commit their resources.
While the government has said it is
companies but about four of these are
shares relative to the underlying values
reforming the exchange to ensure greater
of the companies. Share prices of most
foreign investors that alone will not
While the minister has the impression
entice these investors.
that locals needed to be educated on
value for companies.
Addressing the empowerment laws
as well as the perception that there is
are other reasons why listing is not as
share price was 2.8 cents as at 21 July
no respect for property rights will go a
lucrative.
long way in allaying fears that foreign
just $22 million.
investors still have about Zimbabwe.
that are surprisingly not listed on the ZSE.
The hotel group has vast properties in
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Switch off switches
and save power
Make sure you switch off
all appliances that are not
in use all the time to
save power.
“I always make sure
that all unused
appliances at home
and office are
switched off so
that come
World Cup
soccer time, I don't
miss it.”
Stewart Gomba
Borrowdale - Harare
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Just how
big is
insurance
fraud in
Zimbabwe?
Recent media reports indicate
that Zimbabwe could
now be a safe haven for
insurance fraudsters who
prey on unsuspecting insurers or service
providers.
Big Brother winner Wendall Parsons
was arrested last year after he was
accused of having committed insurance
fraud to the amount of $25 000. Allegations
are that he claimed insurance for a car
which he had crashed when in fact the
car was not insured at the time thereby
prejudicing an insurance company of the
said amount. He was however, acquitted
of the crime, the case however is; how
many other people out there are guilty of
such predetermined crimes?
Recently Cimas a medical aid service
recently announced it was upgrading its
system especially cards that it issued to
its members. This followed widespread
abuse of the present cards by members
who used them to pay for medical bills of
persons not covered by the medical aid.
Cimas says this is insurance fraud and
i t
h a s in the
past issued statements encouraging its
members to desist from such practices.
Douglas Hoto, chief executive of First
Mutual Limited a life assurance company,
recently told The Parade that insurance
fraud was real and sometimes people
committing this thought it was not a
crime.
In the life assurance business cases of
fraud were very low according to Mr Hoto
because companies had devised systems
that would easily detect fraudulent
claims.
However, criminals still tried to
defraud the insurers by using fake
documentation. In this case First Mutual
Limited, Mr Hoto said his company now
made it a point to accompany persons
whom they suspected to be using fake
documents, to the funeral just to verify
if indeed there had been a death of an
insured member.
“It happened that one of our clients
wanted to defraud
us, he claimed that his father had
passed away. We gave him part payment
accompany him and we would release the
rest of the money when we arrived at the
funeral. The guy wanted to run away on
hearing this,” said Mr Hoto.
He explained that is how First Mutual
Limited was dealing with cases of funeral
insurance fraud. However, First Mutual
Limited had a health insurance arm
and just like Cimas, it faced sustained
fraudulent claims from members.
“When someone is sick but are not
insured, their insured relative will
negotiate with the medical practitioner
to treat the sick person using the card
issued to the insured relative,” lamented
Mr Hoto.
2014, First Mutual Limited had detected
about $30000 worth of such claims which
it disputed and did not pay. Doctors
apparently are part of the problem and as
a result insurers have had to devise ways
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to
detect
fraud even at
service provider level.
For instance, First Mutual Limited
acquired a system called Nexus whose
tariff coding system can identify fraud.
In the case of Cimas, it announced that
it was phasing the current cards and is
replacing them with new ones that are
emblazoned with the face of the holder of
the card.
This way, Cimas which estimates
that 30 percent of claims it receives
are fraudulent, can help honest service
providers to determine the authenticity
of some of the claims they receive.
Of course this will only be effective if
the doctors themselves are not complicit
in the fraudulent claims.
Short term insurance is one area
that has really suffered at the hands of
fraudsters because their fake documents
insurers to refuse certain claims.
There are numerous cases of people
exaggerating claims on damaged vehicles
and colluding with panel beaters and
other service providers who then provide
quotations to support such fraudulent
claims.
The panel
beating companies
and hardware stores aid
people who wish to defraud
insurers by producing documentation
circumstances an insurance company
will have no way of knowing if the claim
is exorbitant.
The more brazen of these fraudsters
actually take out a policy for a nonexistent
vehicle only to later submit a
claim that it has been stolen. They take
advantage of the fact that some insurance
companies do not carry out physical
inspections to determine if the car really
exists before insuring the said vehicle.
Others choose to over insure their
assets with the view to submitting a
claim at a later stage. In this instance,
insured for a value well over the amount.
higher premiums for the asset knowing
when they later deliberately cause an
accident or damage to the asset.
The insurance industry has not been
in terms of values of money lost to
fraudsters but there is general agreement
that fraud is rising.
In developed countries where
insurance fraud is more prevalent,
ever changing tactics of criminals.
reported earlier this year that it had
unearthed about 380 false insurance
claims worth $2.66 million. In one of the
cases the fraudsters were ordered to pay
nearly $400000 as punishment for their
activities.
a new trend by car insurance fraudsters,
Zimbabwe eventually.
It said certain motorists were
deliberately causing accidents in order
to cash in on insurance money. A driver
who had a right of way would signal by
motorists would immediately move
thereby causing a crash. This trick is
However, when authorities arrive
signaled the other driver to pass insisting
that he had the right of way hence he was
right by law. Police will have no proof of
the other driver for not giving way.
It would be helpful if the entire
insurance industry engages investigating
companies to determine the
characteristics of insurance fraud locally
thereby helping reduce losses suffered as
result of false claims.TP
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Government must w
(State owned enterp
Terence Zimwara
Privatization of State owned
enterprises (SEP) has been on
the cards for several years, yet
nothing seems to happen. SEPs
have for years been draining resources
from treasury because the business
models they use guarantees failure.
While the government continues to
drag its feet on the issue, a media blitz
on corruption in SEPs earlier this year
suggested the rot is if far worse than
what was believed.
There is massive and perhaps
ongoing graft at several publicly owned
enterprises like Zimbabwe Broadcasting
Corporation, AirZimbabwe, CMED and
the list seems endless.
All these SEPs have one thing in
common; they incur losses and more
losses which can only be written off via
a government bailout, a bailout which is
never repaid.
For several years the government
would come to the aid of ailing SEPs,
often with huge sums of state money yet
nothing would happen to the concerned
management. In a sense the bailout would
seem to be an endorsement of whatever
management is doing and that is why the
losses are continuing.
However, things have since changed,
after dollarization the government found
itself in very different circumstances,
unable to borrow money locally or to
the government had to resort to a
cash budgeting system starting
in 2009.
The then minister of
famous for coining the term ‘what we kill
is what we eat’, hinting that new realities
now dictated government had live within
its means.
With 70 percent of revenues raised
going towards civil servants salaries,
it became clear SEPs could no longer
continue as before because there was
simply not enough money for the
government.
During the tenure of the inclusive
government again the question of
privatizing the SEPs came to the fore
with the then State Enterprises minister
Gordon Moyo trying hard to push for
privatization.
However, the question has to be
asked: Does privatization really offer
the solution? Is there a precedent of this
working?
Well the answers lie very close to
home, where a few SEPs were allowed
to go into private hands and they are still
around performing remarkably well.
Dairiboard is one company that
quickly comes to mind, a former SEP
that has been a market leader even in the
products.
Dairiboard is a classic example of
how allowing private hands enables a
company to escape the
shackles of bureaucracy and
the red tape often associated
with government control.
The company is now listed on the
stock market and it is one of the best
performers vindicating the decision to
privatize the enterprise.
telephone provider is an SEP which
is has not been privatized and it has
suffered greatly as result. Before 1996 the
company enjoyed a monopoly yet that did
not prod the company to expand its size.
The company is thought to have over
unchanged since the 90s. When TelOne’s
monopoly was ended by the Supreme
Court in the mid 1990s new players have
since come in and in a short space of time
they have eclipsed the former.
Econet Wireless only started operations
in 1998 yet the company has grown to
become the biggest telecoms company in
the country with its subscribers edging
towards 10 million.
Telecel has about 2.5 million, while
fellow government owned mobile phone
operator NetOne which is plagued by the
able to reach 1 million subscribers.
The changes that have occurred in the
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rises)
telecoms sector aptly lay down the case for
privatization. SEPs are held back by slow
government action, bloated structures
does allow them to quickly seize on
opportunities as they emerge.
Econet which is privately owned
has managed to reach a point of market
dominance not through government
favours but through a focused and
sustainable business model.
TelOne could have remained the
country’s number one telecoms provider
even after the Supreme Court decision.
Government only had to privatize it
allowing it to compete with the less
experienced new entrants.
government once controlled but was
allowed to fall into private hands. The two
are success stories of privatization that
should constantly remind government the
merits of weaning off SEPs.
Government cannot continue to bailout
entities like Air Zimbabwe, which as
media reports have suggested, is riddled
with corruption. It is only by allowing it
to stand on its own will Air Zimbabwe be
saved, anything else will yield nothing.
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Business, Careers & Technology
Terence Zimwara
Debate on the
currency has inevitably
dominated business headlines
for the past year and looks to
remain the case for years to come.
The current wave of this debate was
prompted by the pronouncements by
Finance Minister, Patrick Chinamasa, and
pronouncements to the effect of blaming
dollarization for the economy’s woes.
While the minister’s report to
parliament centred on the cost structures
that emerged after 2009, at the heart of
the matter is the incapacitated state, a
of the economy because the country uses
other currencies and not its own.
With the central bank playing a
ceremonial role, the government has been
reduced to begging as its only means of
Since the demise of the Zim dollar back
in 2008, the country monetary policy
has made way to those countries whose
currencies it adopted, that is the United
States and South Africa.
Some
industrialists
have made a strong
case for a return to a locally
issued currency but just to underline the
greater part of the population remains
heavily opposed to this idea.
In an era of openness and pragmatism,
regular newspaper columnists have taken
the lead in singing a hymn against a Zim
dollar return. In fact this debate is quite
open in both state and privately owned
media.
The general consensus is that
government has to refrain from even
entertaining the idea of a Zim dollar
return and of course the reasons are
driven out of fear and not real economics.
However, this fear should be enough
to dissuade anyone contemplating on
bringing back the failed currency, it will
be rejected. It is also helpful to learn from
history what the talk of bringing the Zim
dollar has done to markets, the confusion
it has brought.
consistently tried to give positive signals
by announcing that the multiple currency
regime will stay in place until 2018.
Yet soon after elections last year, there
was a rumour mill that the incoming
government planned an immediate return
of the local dollar.
What followed was a frenzied
withdrawal of cash from banks by citizens
already seen a spike in such withdrawals
as corporates and individuals took a wait
and see approach.
The panic is motivated by past
experiences at the hands of the Zim
dollar, the disappeared bank balances and
the bank queues.
It is clear that Zimbabweans,
particularly this generation, this
generation that bore the brunt of the hyper-
relic, one that invokes memories of total
despair and helplessness.
It should then be crystal clear
to everyone especially Zim dollar
proponents, that the panic cash
withdrawals that often follow reports of
an imminent return of the Zim dollar, are
enough evidence that citizens still have
the body or the system that issues the
currency; consequently this means that
whatever sugar coating or name is given
to that currency, few people will have
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stand. History of how money evolved
to what it is now can help those who
advocate for the Zim dollar to appreciate
complexities involved in issuing currency.
However, it is even more complicated
to reintroduce a currency to the same
generation, a generation that deserted an
earlier currency-the Zim dollar.
A few years before the disappearance
institutions were already not accepting
the Zimdollar because to them the
currency had collapsed.
It took a few more years before the rest
of the country rejected the Zim dollar,
favouring the US dollar and the South
African rand instead.
It is a fact the government only formally
adopted the use of multiple currencies
in February 2009, yet by mid 2008 the
Zim dollar was no longer accepted as
legal tender by a large majority of the
population.
Carefully analyzing the chain of events
leading to the eventual dollarization of
the economy will show that government
did not elect to abandon the Zim dollar. It
was the rejection of the Zim dollar by the
masses that forced government to adopt
multiple currencies.
Therefore no amount of emotions or
parroting will change the perceptions
about the Zim dollar by those that suffered
heavy losses at the hands of this currency.
The Finance Minister Chinamasa is
apparently well aware of this and he duly
repudiated the remarks that had been
attributed to him. In an article penned in
one local weekly newspaper the Minister
asserted that the present multiple
currency regime was going to stay.
Yet, there are still a few people who
believe that simply printing currency will
solve the economy’s liquidity problems. It
is unfortunate the quick buck syndrome
make money in an economy that was
Unfortunately the era is gone,
everyone will struggle to make money
and that is not necessarily a bad thing.
the economy move forward, which is the
only prescription that will work for now.
Even if the government eventually
mends its relations with donor nations,
every Zimbabwean will still have to
understand that piecemeal approaches to
complex problems will not work.
Only through hard work and more
hard work can this nation realise its true
potential.TP
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Zimbabwe failing to meet IM
Terence Zimwara
Zimbabwe has not managed to
meet the goal of an International
Monetary Fund (IMF) initiated
staff monitored programme
(SMP) and may not qualify for assistance
anytime soon.
The IMF management recently
of SMP and it generally concluded the
of the programme.
An SMP is an informal agreement
between country authorities and IMF
Fund staff to monitor the implementation
of the authorities’ economic program. The
agreement in more than decade.
This SMP was started during the
arrangement.
Chinamasa has endorsed the same but
to the conclusion by the IMF that targets
had not been met.
While the IMF noted the authorities
going forward.
the program was slowed by a long
electoral and a protracted post election
Zimbabwean authorities began
implementing policy measures aimed at
reform measures.
its commitment to policies under the
SMP and enhanced engagement with
their creditors and the international
community.
including the IMF close to $10 billion;
it defaulted on repayments during the
economic turmoil of between the years
2002 and 2008.
Subsequently the country’s sound
their way into the country come at a high
little business sense for borrowers.
so called non performing loans which
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with
system.
Following a number of failed reforms
support to Zimbabwe.
repayments altogether leading to the
ballooning of the national debt. Part of
the reasons why Zimbabwe signed on to
the SMP was an attempt by authorities to
demonstrate a change of approach when
“A staff- monitored program is an
dialogue between the Fund staff and a
member country on its economic policies.
support. In fact SMPs do
assistance
or
e n d o r s e m e n t
by the IMF
further read the
statement.
Z i m b a b w e
is in a midst
of a gripping
liquidity
crunch
and it desperately
which has not been
f o r t h c o m i n g .
In the past the
board has had
frosty
relations
with the Zimbabwe
the suspension of the
with Western powers.
Meanwhile the economic slide shows
little signs of abating with the last
Reports suggest more companies are
not only retrenching but shutting down
completely as the situation gets more
desperate.
now that economists are predicting
economy.
weighing down on the economy. Add
uses other currencies thereby limiting the
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Health
Chiedza Mebe
Breaking bad habits has never
been an easy thing to do for
most. A lot of people say they
would like to put a stop to their
bad habits, but for most it is a constant
struggle with oneself to let go and break
the habit. The easier route is sticking
kick a bad habit. Anyone with a terrible
habit or addiction to a substance will tell
you it’s no easy feat. Habits may be hard
to change however; this doesn’t mean it
cannot be done. Read on to see how you
can kick a habit.
1
No matter how much you want
to get rid of a bad habit if you don’t do
anything or are not ready for change,
change won’t come and you will always
go back to square one. Make up your mind
and decide that this is what you want for
yourself and stick to it diligently. Getting
rid of bad habits has a higher chance of
being successful when one is one hundred
percent committed to change.
2
This helps because this slowly
forces an individual to convince their
minds into getting used to the fact that
you are slowly getting rid of the need to
indulge in such behaviour. The more you
get used to the idea the easier it becomes.
For example if you drink too much coffee
perhaps you can start by decreasing the
number of cups until you get to a cup
or two a day. Because you’re slowly
decreasing the number of cups, it’s less of
a full blown withdrawal and much easier
to keep up with in terms of reaching
your goal. By doing this one can manage
to exercise this step gradually into their
daily routine and successfully kick their
habit.
3
Practice different types of self control
by developing a counter behaviour that
you can employ when the going gets
tough and you feel the urge to surrender
to your habit. Developing a counter habit
has been known according to experts to
minimize and help release an individual
from their negative actions. For example
if you have a habit of blowing up at people
when you get angry choose to take your
frustrations out through perhaps a sport
like boxing or take a run, or write your
feelings down in poem as a calming down
mechanism. They are countless things
one can do as a counter. Find one that’s
best suited for you.
4
It’s best to get a friend or relative who
reminds you of your goal and holds you
accountable for your actions. The thought
that someone else is monitoring your
behaviour will encourage you to behave
in a way that pushes for you to make a
change, as you are most likely not going
to want to disappoint them. This will
prompt you to cut to the chase and get
the job done. There will be no time to be
lazy and thus you have kicked your habit
in the butt.
5
Finding out your habit prone situations
will make you fully aware of how and
why you end up doing the bad habit.
because you will be able to identify
these situations and this will reduce
your chances of indulging in this bad or
unhealthy behaviour and will help you
break the habit much faster.
6
Acknowledge that these
things take time. Do not be
disheartened if you fall back. It’s all
part of the learning experience
as you get to know what
works and what doesn’t.
Keep pushing and it
will all work for good.
You’re only defeated if
you give up. Repeat this
mantra over and over again
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in your head “I will not give up.” At the
end of the day remember that you control
the habit and the habit has no place
controlling you. With the right attitude
the habit will break.
7
This applies to all bad habits. Take
for example if you over-eat, write up a diet
that you can take on. Stick to your diet
diligently and when you’re on course you
can reward yourself by allowing yourself
to have at least one thing that you crave
once a week. Rewarding yourself will
help
you learn self discipline
and in turn give you
something
that
will keep you on
track as you look
forward to your
reward.
The
point is to stick
to the plan. TP
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Chiedza Mebe
Religion
8
Ways to activate your
Is a great way to enter into God’s rest. Prayer
enables you to listen to the Lord’s guidance as you
seek him dligently. Designate time to pray each day
although there are no limits to how often you do pray.
The ability to let go as you sing songs of praise
and dance without fear of judgement expands
your spiritual growth. It is in moments of praise and
surrender that the Lord comes into one’s heart. Let
with peace and joy. Praising even in the hard times
also strengthens your spiritual resolve.
This is where you will learn the
principles required to enter
into the rest of the Lord and
to rule and reign in this
world. The word helps
belief and greater
understanding.
With time it has
been proven
that the more
you read the
word, even
verses you’ve
read before
the more
the deeper
meanings of
the word are
revealed to
you.
Always
seek the
Lord’s help
and pray for
wisdom when
you take to his
word. Pray that
he opens your eyes
as you do so. There
is much to learn from
the teachings of the bible.
The lessons learnt will
pave a way in activating your
spirituality.
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spiritual life
Religion
Grow in faith as you have others
supporting you. There is much
to learn in the presence of others.
Matthew 18:20 states “For where
two or three are gathered
together in my name, there
am I in the midst of them.”
The fact that God’s word
is constant and true,
corporate worship
through prayer will
enable God to
work through you
all as your true
worship enables
his presence to
manifest within
these groups.
There is authority
in prayer also
when it is
expressed in unity.
This creates room
for powerful prayer.
Strive to be a doer of the word and
not just a listener. Fasting as part of
growth will help you grow. Believe and
have faith that if you do the Lord’s work
and follow his commandments he will
magnify you to heights you can’t even
fathom. Be thankful in good and bad
times. Develop a Christ-like mentality
to guide you as you grow spiritually.It
is also wise to use what you’ve learnt in
your daily life.
These will strengthen your
relationship with God. You will
learn all you need to know to enable
God’s
love and
blessings to manifest into your life.
Always seek to get closer to God. Pursue
habits that cultivate your relationship
with God. If you want more sow more,
it’s that simple. Discussions help you go
deeper as you go directly into the word.
Sometimes one learns things better from
another’s perspective and not merely just
for spiritual growth. One can never go at
it alone.
Tithes and offerings are of great
importance. Malachi 3:8 states,
“Bring ye all the tithes into the
storehouse.”
This command
is followed by the verse
in the same book of Malachi in chapter
3 verse 10 where it states, “And I pour
you out a blessing that there shall not be
room enough to receive it.” Centre your
priorities on the Lord and give with a
cheerful heart knowing that all you have
comes from Him. You will soon realize
that God is a faithful provider.
Allow yourself to focus on the
important things. Make it a priority
to meditate on the word,listen to what
the word is telling you and develop a
connection with the Almighty. TP
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Columns
Lobola Postponed 3 times
E
VaChihera’s answer
My dear it saddens me to here of your
predicament. It is very clear to me
that you really love this man because you
have allowed yourself to endure all that
he has been putting you through. The real
question is do you love yourself?
If you do then you should know that
you can no longer make excuses for a
and is emotionally unavailable to you. It’s
time to ask yourself the hard questions.
Do you feel you deserve to be treated this
way after devoting 7 years to this man?
If he really wanted to marry you after all
this time, he would have done it already
don’t you think?
I am sorry to say this but I hardly
soften the truth no matter how brutal
it may sound. You deserve better.
The fact that he keeps postponing the
lobola ceremony is a direct and clear
message that he does not intend on
marry you anytime soon or most likely he
never intends to. We all know that when
someone wants something they will do
all they can in their power to get it.
As you have pointed out, he clearly
has the means to pay your bride price but
the only thing that is really in the way of
him doing it is himself. As unfortunate as
this may sound, it is clear to me that this
man is stringing you along for his own
you willing to endure this? I advise you
to leave this man before he emotionally
damages you further.
There is nothing left to talk about,
because you have made it clear more
than once what you want and he has
on many occasions ignored and taken
advantage of the love you have for him.
Leave it to God. Go out there and do
not let this man stop
you
h a p p i n e s s .
Remember you
deserve someone
who loves you
back and will do
anything to keep
you. A good man
will come
along. TP
VaChihera
VaChihera at or
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The acts of our time;
Group sex
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Things have changed and the
times are evolving surely.
I was left amazed in my
capacity as a scribe for this
column this other day when I was
welcomed by a totally thought provoking
story on a Facebook page prescribing that
it is actually, “Wow and out of this world
to have group sex.”
In the hey days sex was predominantly
a very conservative and sensitive issue
that could not be discussed in public
forums, let alone aired on social media
platforms like in the current scenario
posting about sexually related issues on
their Facebook pages.
The administrator(s) of
the page is running
a series of
stories about
people who are engaging in group sex, a
thing deemed unethical and unorthodox
by some who are lobbying for the total
eradication of HIV/AIDS and STIs.
Judging by the number and nature of
comments below the story, it can be aptly
said that those things we never imagined
could happen during the time we became
sexually active, are the same things that
have taken over the youths with so much
vigour and zeal. In other words it seems
like for the youths it is the in thing to do.
Surely there is no amount of advice
that can sap the energy out of this gross
misdemeanour; the youths of today have
changed. Even the biblical teachings that
one’s body should be his/her temple seem
to have faded during this era. We are in
the era were sex sells and is no longer as
taboo as it was before.
The pages are promulgating that, it
is actually enjoyable and fascinating to
have group sex and the idea will cascade
to many. It may even continue till we get
to a time whereby it will be very normal
to have sex as a group.
It is of paramount importance to note
especially when these stories are coming
out. My intelligence tells me it is already
practised out there by those careless
enough to contract and spread diseases
knowingly and unknowingly.
The people of our time have witnessed
and can testify that people are much
more interested in experimenting than
before. The thrill and curiosity may be
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the reason why others indulge or try out
this act.
The incarcerated RMG Independent
End Time Message leader Robert Martin
Gumbura is alleged to have indulged
in group sex casually with his many
wives. If a man of cloth can do it what
about a juvenile in school without proper
guidance counselling on these issues?
The bible clearly states that sex was
people, when God discovered that Adam
needed a woman by his side to comfort
and help him in the Garden of Eden.
The acts of our times clearly show that
people seem to be more ignorant about the
dangers that are associated with group
sex such as the transmission of HIV/AIDS
and STIs. It seems the need for pleasure is
surpassing the need for morality and self
consciousness.
It appears that mainly the youths
from schools and colleges are the ones
engaging in this immorality, however,
it cannot be dismissed that much older
adults are engaging in the very same
activity, subjecting themselves to fatal
ailments that can be attained from
sleeping around.
The youths are expected to be at the
forefront of denouncing such acts but
they are the ones who are leading the
pack.
This is a serious matter that requires
one to honour his wellbeing no matter
how much one is drunk or ecstatic
because at the end of the day it is
only the perpetrator who suffers the
consequences. Chances are when things
turn for the worse this group of people
you engage in group sex with will start
to disappear.
Until we meet again next month, I say
play it safe, condomise and stick to one
faithful partner.
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End of the
road for
Sports Reporter
The Zimbabwean Rugby national
team the Sables participated
in three matches in Madagascar
last month to book a place
for next year’s rugby World Cup set to be
hosted by England however, they failed
to earn a direct place to represent Zimbabwe
at the global showcase.
The Brendan Dawson coached side de-
match before they failed to measure up to
the eventual winners Namibia in the second
game. The Sables however, were not
deterred in their quest as they went on to
The loss to Namibia proved detrimental
to the Zimbabwean side who were
aiming to qualify for their third world
cup appearance.
The Sables last played at the World Cup
in 1991 when their current coach was
part of the playing team. Under the same
gaffer the team was looking forward to
pass through the stumbling blocks on
their way, but a defeat to Namibia hindered
their progress.
For being the runners up in Madagascar,
the Sables can salvage some pride and
qualify for the world cup through the rep-
Sables?
echage, in which they will have to play
against the Russians.
Dawson picked a fair 26-man team Namibia secured an automatic entry
on superior points difference at next
that comprised of seven uncapped players
and the biggest surprise was the inclusion year’s World Cup after they clinically defeated
the host 89-10.
of 19-year-old Old Georgians prop Farai
Mudariki, the young brother of scrumhalf “The thinking was that if we didn’t
Hilton.
score from the line-out and Kenya scored
The other inexperienced players that or got a late penalty, we would have been
found their way in the team that participated
in Madagascar are half-back Guy Middleton.
The sables will now have to travel and
play against Russia this month in a playoff
match where the winner will book a
rence Clemenson, scrumhalf Peter Du home and away series against the winner
of other play-off between Uruguay and
Sables had a chance to qualify had Hong Kong.
they not opted to take a costly decision in Meanwhile, for winning their two
qualifying matches in Madagascar, Zimbabwe
climbed the ladder on the Inter-
Kenya, when they went for posts instead
of a bonus point fourth try during the 28- national Rugby Board rankings, rising to
10 win over Kenya. That decision cost the position 23.
team an automatic ticket to next year’s The Sables rose three places after their
Rugby World Cup.
win over Kenya, submerging Namibia
Zimbabwe needed a bonus point victory
against Kenya to automatically qualnents
in the Rugby World Cup play-offs,
who are now 24th and their next oppoify
for the Rugby World Cup and having Russia are ranked 20th behind Uruguay
scored three tries past Kenya, a fourth (19) while Hong Kong is ranked 22nd. TP
guaranteed them a place at next year’s
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It came, it went & Germany are the champions
Tafadzwa Dombodzvuku
The 20th edition of the FIFA
world cup came and went with
the Germans being crowned as
the champions after beating
played at the Rio de Maracana stadium
on the 13th of last month.
Germany wrote their own piece of
European team to win the World Cup in
South America.
match a wounded lion after they had
missed shots at winning the World Cup in
2002, 2006 as host and in 2010 they were
nothing but their eyes on the thirty eight
centimetres tall and 18 gold carat coveted
trophy.
The Joachim Loew coached side, last
won the competition 24 years ago when
they were known as West Germany, they
defeated the same team 1 nil at the 1990
World Cup in Italy.
This year marked eight years of Loew
in charge of the national team, it was his
second time trying to win the World Cup
with Germany.
The Deutsch as they are commonly
known back home started off the
tournament against Portugal who where
boasting of having the reigning world
footballer of the year Christiano Ronaldo.
The Germany machine was well oiled in
their European counter parts defeating
them 4 nil.
In their second match the World Cup
winners met up with the Africans in form
of Ghana whom they fought to secure
a 2 all draw before they took on team
USA mentored by their own son Jurgen
Klinsman and the match was a close call
The result meant Germany would
progress as the group winners and they
faced the runners up of group H, the
Desert Foxes of Algeria whom they
they took on Les Blues in the quarter
an imperious defender Mats Hummels
Bookmakers feared the Ides of March
would come to haunt the Germans again
host. Germany had developed a knack
around they had to make sure they won
at all costs. In 2006 and 2010 Germany
lost to Italy and Spain respectively in the
It was a high mountain to climb for the
Europeans who were facing a determined
Brazil in their own backyard and riding
high on pure emotions they sent a
stubborn Colombia out of the World Cup
were very high for both teams; they all
wanted to win the cup. Brazil was in
agony on losing their talismanic players,
Neymar because of a back injury and
suspension.
Brazil who suffered a record breaking
Germany wrung Brazil to bits as they
cheering supporters.
Brazil’s weaknesses were exposed by
the well oiled German machine and like
their former chancellor Adolf Hitler, the
Europeans were ruthless in their way of
half.
There was a public outcry in Sao Paulo
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after the defeat of the Le Selecao who
suffered their heaviest defeat at home and
marked the end of Brazil’s quest to win
the prestigious cup. They last won for the
On the other side of town in Belo
Horizonte, Argentina was struggling
to overcome a determined Dutch side
playing under Manchester United bound
Louis Van Gaal and an instrumental Arjen
Robben.
The Lionel Messi captained side had
to settle for penalties to progress to the
in regulation and extra time.
The stage was set for an epic encounter
in Rio de Janeiro at Estadio do Maracana
near the Copa Cabana beach for a grand
and the South Americans were chastised
for missing guilt edged chances.
Argentina paid dearly when second
half substitute Mario Gotze secured the
win in the second half of extra time.
Gotze, who is dubbed by many in
Munich as the future of German football,
controlled a gem of a cross from Chelsea’s
forward Andre Schrulle with his chest
before calmly putting the goal beyond the
reach of Romeru who was left clutching
his head.
The goal summed up what had been
the night of brilliant football from Bastian
Schweinsteiger who silenced Messi from
making his daunting runs from the
and Sergio kun Arguero in the second half.
“Congratulations to Germany for
winning the cup and all the teams that
lost I say try again next time you never
know lady luck might smile on you,” said
Lloyd Mhizha a football analyst.
Asked about Zimbabwe’s chances of
qualifying for the World Cup in 2018
Mhizha said, “With the way football is run
in this country, we have slim hope that
Zimbabwe will qualify for Russia 2018.”
The minister of tourism Walter
Mzembi highlighted that government
will bid to host the 2034 World Cup and
maybe until then Zimbabwe will keep on
watching other countries playing at the
tournament. TP
Sports Writer
The 2014 FIFA World Cup
brought with it a full
package of entertainment
galore, surprises and boring
moments.
The tournament kicked off in earnest
on Thursday the 12th of June a day
before the most feared day in the world
by those who are superstitious (Friday
the 13th), with the host Brazil taking on
Croatia in Sao Paulo. The Croatians sent
shivers down Brazil’s spine when Real
Madrid full back Marcelo scored an own
goal in the opening stages of the game
With the advancement in technology
shared with ease over social media
networks.
WhatsApp groups were awash with
debates on who was the best player, best
team, who was going to win and so on.
14 was very active during the World Cup
with its subscribers at one time getting
on each other’s nerves in gruesome
debates.
Betting houses made a fortune out
of punters who lost their fortunes to
the dark horses especially when Costa
Rica beat Uruguay and Italy. Most if not
all had predicted a straight win for the
2006 champions.
Nyandoro, a subscriber on Soccer
Zone 14 stuck with his German team
from the beginning of the tournament
and was a very happy man when
Sports
Mixed Reactions at 2014 World Cup
Germany beat the South Americans in
“Hail Germany, hail Schweinsteiger,”
said Nyandoro in appreciation of the
game.
Facebook was awash with
congratulatory messages but most
Barcelona fans were left with egg on
their faces after their club hero Messi
failed to exhibit his magic and talent to
beat the Europeans and win the World
Cup.
“Oh Messi, has failed to do it again I
am hurt to the bone,” said a Barcelona
fan on Facebook.
Messi failed to replicate other legends
like Pele and Diego Maradona who have
won the World Cup during their peak.
Maradona went on to blast FIFA for
awarding a Golden Ball award to Messi
saying, the pint sized forward did not
deserve the award but it should have
been awarded to either Rodriguez or
Thomas Mueller.
Rodriguez was the tournament’s
top goal scorer with six goals ahead of
dubbed to be the goal of the tournament
against Uruguay when he controlled
goal, before he made a sharp turn to
score with his left foot.
The tournament will forever remain
as one of the best in history and FIFA
President Sepp Blatter has praised Brazil
for hosting a good tourney and admitted
the tournament was better than that of
South Africa 2010. TP
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Home Improvement
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Shelter Chieza
I
used to be one of those people
that preferred the dark, dull,
conservative, traditional colours for
interior spaces. This fear stretched
even to my wardrobe. It was up until I
made the decision to get over my fear
for colours that I started experimenting.
I am no longer afraid of going bold and
over the top in almost everything I do for
my interior spaces. There is something
about being bold that speaks of vibrancy,
youthfulness and freshness. Over time,
I had gotten rid of awkwardly shaped
spaces and a proliferation of orange
brown cabinets in almost every room.
Now I prefer going lighter and
brighter in colour and texture. There is
something about white that lifts the feel
of a space. Instead of the brown woody
feel cupboards, try white for a refreshing
and fresh look that is bound to accentuate
your accessories.
I was recently engaged on an
assignment where the brief I got from the
husband was to make sure I came up with
a design that had a sleek and modern look
while the wife preferred something more
relaxed and colourful. At least they agreed
on their favourite colours. They said,
they loved turquoise and yellow, and just
wanted me to knock them out with my
imagination. I absolutely adore it when I
get to deal with not so fussy clients.
a soothing neutral tone would do. In
designing home interior spaces, avoid
using dark colours for the walls as it
can make it appear to recede. Horizontal
strips make a wall appear wider; I then
added a little interest with wallpaper.
By incorporating blue and turquoise this
generally adds a tranquil feel in a space,
while dashes of yellow and coral add the
warmth.
This place had an open plan. I admit
it’s never easy to decorate an open plan
space but it can be done. What I needed to
come up with was to demarcate different
areas and come up with clear zones. I
decided as a way of separating the living
room from the entrance to bring in an
L-shaped couch and place a low bookshelf
behind it. I believe in using few but larger
pieces of furniture and so I added a carpet
that helped in designating a dining area.
Because it was a compact space, I
chose multipurpose furniture such as
a versatile side table and ottoman that
doubled up as coffee table and additional
seating, which you can do in your home
too. I added a sleeper couch that was
inviting enough for the couple to lie
down and watch television comfortably.
Circular side tables are always a good idea
especially where walk through space may
be limited. Who says you must always
design your space with the television as
the focal point? Be different.
I suggested to my clients to visit an
antique shop and they could not believe
what they saw. Mixing styles and eras is a
quick and simple way to create interesting
spaces. To place an antique chair next
to a simple contemporary lamp may be
just what you need. This space was a
combination of antique and modern.
Books are a fantastic way to add
height and interest to a coffee table
and any curated space. They actually
accessories and they bring instant colour
to shelves and tables.
I also played around with the living
It’s easier to connect the two by using
natural tones and textures.
If you thought ceramics are outdated,
you may need to research more; ceramics
are one of the hottest collectables around.
Sticking to a single colour palette can
help give a diverse collection of ceramics
to creating interesting displays is to
include pieces of varying heights and to
add depth by layering ornaments in front
of each other. Rather than dotting them
around your home, create impact by
displaying your ceramics en masse.
This works particularly well
when you have a collection of
ornaments in a single colour.
I found turquoise blue and
yellow ceramics that I put on
the room divider.
Soft and silky carpets with a
delicate sheen are the current
trends. Natural and earthy
shades are still in demand but
bright and cheerful colours are
making a big comeback.
Contrary to popular
belief, you don’t need to
avoid carpets if you suffer
from allergies as carpet
traps airborne allergens
removing them from the
air. Plus, some carpets are
available ready treated
with an anti-microbial
restores pile height and
removes trapped dust and
allergens improving the
indoor air quality.
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Home Improvement
So, don’t be afraid of experimenting,
go bold and in coordinating your spaces
don’t be afraid of bending a few rules.
Till next time. May God richly bless
you. Happy Decorating. TP
Shelter Chieza is an Interior Decor
Consultant. She can be contacted at
shelter.chieza@gmail.com
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