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YANAYA The LEADING LIFESTYLE BRAND HELPING ZIMBABWE GET HEALTHIER, ONE DISH AT A TIME

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C O NT E NTS ISSUE 1 PAGE 12 COVER ARTICLE

YANAYA, A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Healthy and Delicious Food MANAGING EDITOR Clive Mapfumo

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ELITE INTERIORS For Top Quality Bespoke Furniture PAGE 42

NATAi NATAi The Fashion Brand in Zimbabwe Keeping up with Global Trends PAGE 50

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EDITOR’S NOTES bringing you interesting and inspiring articles on all the best things in life.

Of course one of the best things in life is great food – especially when it tastes fantastic and it’s healthy too. It means you never have to feel guilty when indulging yourself!

Featured on our cover for this issue is Yanaya - a very special restaurant and and the soul. More and more health care workers, doctors and nutritionists (and even sportsmen) are advocating for a reduction in our consumption of animal products. It’s not just good for you – it’s good for the planet too. Yanaya also manufacture their own unique brand of dairy free yoghurt, ice cream and Also in the area of holistic health we’ve included an article on mental health – which is such an important, although sometimes neglected part of our health care regime. Particularly in these stressful times we need to take care of our bodies as well our minds.

Elite Interiors manufacture and supply exquisite custom made furniture and a range of home accessories and artwork to upgrade your interior design. We spoke All their furniture is locally made by a group of designers, carpenters and artisans and they’re constantly updating their ranges. They have two branches – in

For the best in home entertainment take a look at our write up on the new Azam TV station recently launched in Zimbabwe by the Bakhresa Group. This will be the seventh country in Africa to enjoy this great service. They have three different packages with programmes including news, movies, sports, cartoons, documentaries, drama and series among others.

If you’re wanting to spoil yourself and your family with a stress busting getaway then Travel Portfolio is one of the most experienced holiday organisers in Zimbabwe. They specialise in safari tours to Zimbabwe’s top destinations, as well as tours, shopping trips and seaside holidays in the region and beyond.

When you really want to pamper yourself or a loved one visit House of Perfume with branches in Harare and Bulawayo. Owner Tracey Burrowes says, “I absolutely believe that perfume is both power and magic in a bottle.”

She may just be right! They also have a men’s range, gender neutral perfumes and a gift voucher option.

We’ve also covered the new TelOne Highlands Client Experience Centre offering

Centres are planned around the country.

We hope you enjoy reading the magazine as much as we enjoyed putting it together. Till next

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trading in 2019. In just a few years the business has received multiple awards from the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe, the Confederation of Zimbabwean Industries, Megafest Zimbabwe and the Zimbabwe CEO Network in recognition for innovation in the food and beverages industries.

The brand has already set its eyes on regional and global expansion. With the assistance of Zimtrade, as well as other enabling entities, the brand will take on the export market in 2022 going into 2024.

Yanaya’s mission is to promote healthy living through food innovation and the inclusion of indigenous African foods to cater for diverse dietary needs. They aim to bring healthy options into the mainstream of food production and food supply. Their vision is to become the most trusted healthy lifestyle and nutrition brand of African origin. Through innovation and adding value to locally sourced indigenous African superfoods, they can bring them into the mainstream.

Founded by award winning entrepreneur Nyaradzo Dhliwayo Moyo, the brand prides itself not only on being an equal opportunity employer but one that’s empowering marginalised communities through various responsible business initiatives which includes procurement from marginalised rural women farmers, as well as employing and mentoring youths.

food & drink Yanaya’s target market can be described as the discerning eater who is concerned about the food they consume. Their market generally includes the urban middle class who are health conscious as well as people in the diaspora. The type of consumer segments that enjoy their products include: 1. Vegans: People following this lifestyle and diet recognise Yanaya as the only business giving them value for money for quality plantbased food options.

2. Customers with varying health conditions: Yanaya provides options for people with diabetes or lactose intolerance, or with recurring health conditions like obesity, hypertension, people on medication which entails a special diet, or people middle aged or older looking for a healthier lifestyle.

3. Members of the diaspora making purchases for families back home.

4. Discerning families – mainly from the middle or upper income group, middle age going up and families keen to follow healthy living trends.

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5. Sophisticated Brand Consumers: People keen to be associated with Yanaya’s growing brand image as a pure, organic and exclusive products. Consumers with new wealth who are keen to be seen and heard to be following the latest trends.

6. Health enthusiasts: The type of consumers found at the gym, runners, people following a Banting (or similar) diet. All their products are approved by physicians and nutritionists.

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Yanaya is a Shona word for “It has rained” loosely translated.

“Freshness has come to our land with our products.”

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Yanaya takes pride in the fact that it’s a 100% Zimbabwean owned, 100% Youth owned and 60% woman-run business. They have a total staff complement of over 100 employees across their various divisions.

Yanaya’s manufacturing division is centred on food innovation with a view to mainstreaming plant-based food. They utilise indigenous superfoods (like masawu and mazhanje) and other African sourced plant-based ingredients to create unique products that cater for a diverse selection of customers. Their products include Yanaya Dairy Free Yoghurt, Yanaya Dairy Free Ice Cream and Yanaya Dairy Free Milk. All their ranges are free of additives and chemicals as they believe food consumed by humans should have as little unnatural ingredients as possible.

Though their focus is on plant based meals, on their menu, Yanaya also has a selection of items with meat, paired with delicious fresh and healthy ingredients.

Their rapidly growing client portfolio includes Arundel Hospital, Parirenyatwa Hospital, First Mutual, Cimas and Stanbic Bank. They also supply Food Lovers in Greendale, FreshCo, Vegan Vibes, Moldon, Dahlia and Yanaya Retail.

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Macadamia Nut Pancakes Fluffy, buttery pancakes packed with rich macadamia nuts, drizzled with maple syrup and maybe garnished with shaved white chocolate. These Macadamia Nut Pancakes are what Sunday brunch is all about!

Pancakes: ll Purpose Flour (about 2 heaping cups) 1 TBS Granulated Sugar 1 tsp Baking Powder ½ tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Salt ¼ Cup Coconut Flakes 2 Large Eggs , separated ¼ tsp Cream of Tartar (optional) 1 ½ Cups Buttermilk 4 TBS Unsalted Butter , melted – plus more for cooking and topping 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Raspberry Syrup: (yield: 1 ½ heaping cups) 1 Cup Pure Maple Syrup 1 TBS Honey Butter , to taste Confectioner’s Sugar , for dusting

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In a medium sized bowl add egg whites and cream of tartar. Whisk/ beat until stiff peaks form.

In a separate large bowl whisk the egg yolks, buttermilk, and sour cream together until well combined. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the melted butter.

Using a rubber spatula carefully fold the whipped egg whites into the buttermilk mixture. Continue to fold until JUST combined.

Add the wet buttermilk mixture to the dry mixture and fold again until JUST combined, being sure not to over incorporate. The mixture should be lumpy!

Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Line a sheet pan with a wire rack insert.

Cook the Pancakes: Heat a large heavy bottomed nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Allow skillet to preheat for 5 minutes. Add a small pad of butter or a small drizzle of oil to the pan.

Use a paper towel to whip and spread butter until there is none visible to the eye.

Using a ¼ cup ice cream scoop or dry measure, scoop pancake batter and add it to the pan, up to 4 pancakes at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until bubbles start to form on the top and the bottom of the pancakes are golden brown, about the second side until pancakes are golden brown and fully cooked through, an additional 2 minutes. Transfer to wire rack and keep warm in the oven as you repeat with the remaining pancakes.

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Heavenly to enjoy. With the blueberry breakfast omelette, you’ll start the day with a spring in your step, or it will give extra zest to a heavenly dessert.

Ingredients 3 piece/s eggs 1 piece/s egg white 25 g cane sugar 1 piece/s lemon zest 100 ml Dream Oat Drink 1 tsp baking powder 1 pinch Vanilla 1 pinch salt 2 tbsp vegetable margarine 1 tbsp icing sugar Instructions Blueberry Compote: warm the blueberries with the rice or maple syrup for 2 minutes. Keep warm.

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yolks from the whites. Put the egg yolks in a bowl. Reserve the egg whites and the additional egg white in another container. Beat the egg yolks with the cane sugar and lemon zest until creamy. This will take about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the Dream Oat Drink, baking powder, vanilla and salt. Beat for about 1 to 2 minutes. Set aside. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold the whites carefully into the egg mixture.

Preheat the oven to 200 °C. Heat the frying pan in the oven. Let then the margarine melt. Pour the egg mixture in the pan. Sprinkle the top with icing sugar. Cook the omelette in the center of the oven for 15 minutes.

Divide the blueberry compote over the omelette and garnish with mint and lemon wedges.

When savouring the omelette, pour a few drops of lemon on it.

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Skyborne Travel Agency Soars With Mutupo Wine Collection.

“Mutupo” is a Shona word for totem. Among Africans, totems give people identity.

Africans take pride in their given totems with most preferring being addressed by their clan names instead of birth names. In their latest business venture, Skyborne Travel Agency targets wine connoisseurs who are also proud of their African roots. In elaborating his vision for the brand and the reason it was conceived, at the launch, their founding director, Farayi Chabvamuperu, said, “Mutupo Wine Collection is a brand that recognises our culture and wants to merge it with luxury lifestyle. Fine dining and wine is a sign of the good life and knowing how we (Zimbabweans/Africans) take pride in our totems, it is easy to market the product.”

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Mutupo Wine Collection catalogue consists of twenty editions representing most of the totems in Zimbabwe. The totems are Hungwe, Shumba, Moyo Ndizvo, Dziva, Nyati, Chihwa, Magatsheni, Madhawu, Mancube, Madhuwe, Nzou, Mhofu, , Chihera, Soko Murehwa, Soko Bvudzijena, Soko Mukanya, Tembo, Humba Makombe, Moyo Chirandu and Mwenewazvo. The team knows that the totem names branded on their wine editions may not be the only totems in Zimbabwe so to make sure no one feels left out, custom made wine bottles can be produced as per request. It is as easy as reaching out to the Mutupo Wine Collection production team.

Mutupo wines are weddings, business meetings, family gatherings, parties, conferences and similar events.

The Mutupo Wine Collection brand is certainly going to be a hit among wine lovers for the sole reason of it being informed by the Zimbabwean cultural heritage. People will not fail to appreciate wine that directly speaks to their identity like the Mutupo Wine Collection.

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ELITE INTERIORS ELITE INTERIORS WAS FOUNDED IN 2006 BY LOCAL ZIMBABWEAN NIKKI DE WET. NIKKI STUDIED INTERIOR DESIGN IN AUSTRALIA BEFORE RETURNING TO ZIMBABWE TO SET UP HER VERY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS WITH CLIENTS INCLUDING MANY PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS AS WELL AS EXCLUSIVE HOTELS LIKE MONOMOTAPA HOTEL, CRESTA HOSPITALITY GROUP, AND RAINBOW TOWERS.

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zimbabwe, and fbc bank. They also supply the retail industry and interior designers, and are looking to push their brand and products into the export market, while still providing superior and affordable products back home.

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Elite Interiors established their manufacturing department and showroom at 51 Stevens Drive in Msasa before opening a new showroom at the Bond Street Shopping Centre in Mount Pleasant. They not only manufacture custom designed furniture they also offer a full interior design service and they have a huge library of wallpaper and fabric samples for customers to choose from.

We recently managed to catch up with Nikki and ask her a few questions.

Nikki: To become the leading brand in high end, high quality bespoke furniture and interior design. And to employ Zimbabweans and give them an opportunity and a platform to grow.

N: Hard to choose - The Zozi Tunzi armchair, the pitman sofa and the zendaya chair.

N: Design and fashion, worldwide trends and creative uses of materials and fabrics to produce an authentic product that speaks to Zimbabweans and Southern African countries. Making a mark as a woman owned business in a predominantly male industry.

N: We manufacture all our furniture, we outsource accessories and artwork.

N: to meet the demand of the market. I also follow international furniture and fabric houses, from Italy, America and Australia.

N: We have nearly 50 employees mainly carpenters, upholsterers and machinists, but also a production manager, accountant, marketing manager, sales assistants and two junior designers.

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N: The quality of our product - my team - they are my people and everyone is valued as an important part in creating an elite product.

But also the progress the company has made during some tough times and managing with 3 small children,

N: Not really, we just did the best we could - we came under pressure with our deadlines in August 2021 when half our team had Covid, but we did our best to communicate with the clients and they were all understanding.

N: Both showrooms have a variety of product, so i would go where ever is closest for you. We don’t stock the same pieces twice - so they are usually one off pieces. Custom furniture is about knowing what you want and getting the doing some research or looking at ideas always helps to give the assistants a direction to work from.

N: We’re about to re-launch our website with all our new designs and market into the diaspora to make it easier for our overseas clients to order.

...my team - they are my people and everyone is valued as an important part in creating an elite product.

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DREAM. CREATE. LIVE When thinking of contemporary furniture and home accessories, one thinks practical, modern and pleasant. At Elite Interiors, we also value top-tier craftsmanship and timeless style. Visit us in Msasa today, and begin your custom design journey.

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N: We have new products designed every week. We hope to photograph them and market them better this year to show the variety of products that we make.

We also have handcrafted mirrors and a table lamp collection which we would like to launch on our website mid-year.

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N: Through our showroom sales assistants or via the Facebook and WhatsApp number.

Visit our showroom and manufacturing branch at: Unit 3, 51 Stevens Drive, Msasa Visit our new Showroom at Bond Street Shopping Centre Call: +263 77 232 1581 Email: elitezim@gmail.com Website: www.elitezim.com

Elevating the spaces where life unfolds CARPET: COLOR RIB

Whether you are building an entirely new space or renovating an existing one, there is nothing that can provide the right finishing touch like quality flooring.

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Yes, your decisions are primarily practical – no room lacks a floor after all, but that cannot be your only motivation when you choose what kind of flooring to put in. The kind of flooring you install can entirely change the ambience, aspect and energy of a room – upgrading a dark dingy place into a vibrant, cozy, modern one; or, if you use a combination of vinyl and carpeting, you can adapt a space for more than one use! So with this in mind, it’s vitally important to make the right decisions right from the start of your process.

Carpet or Vinyl?

When it comes to flooring your home or office, which is better?

“Understanding the space you have, and being able to make the most of it is vital to creating a comfortable and memorable area for sleep, work or play.”

The right stuff: top tips for choosing the right floor to bring your space to life ENVISION YOUR SPACE BEFORE YOU START What kind of a room is it? Is it a family room or a home gym?

An office, or a kitchen? If it is a high traffic area, for example, with family and friends coming and going all the time, you need to think about wear and tear, easy cleaning and so forth.

It may even call for a mixing of different floor types, with the floor being primarily vinyl and a well-placed rug! The right rug can be the centrepiece of a room without even trying, while creating natural and invisible demarcations in a space.

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From choosing the right colours, to going with vinyl instead of having a carpet installed, to choosing a rug to highlight an area − everything begins with really understanding your space. text by Studio Chiratidzo in consultation with all images by

The best guide to choosing the right floor is you! Your personality, a quirky unique sense of style or a taste for elegance – all contribute to the kind of floor you choose to complete your home. With many people now also working from home, the need for dynamic spaces has never been more clear. You can have the best of both worlds – create a professional, welcoming space in which to work, and still have it seamlessly merge with the rest of your home.

DON’T KNOCK QUALITY There is no shortcut to quality. By taking the time to research and plan, you can work out ways to get a winning look while nailing your budget. At the same time, your home is about more than just budgets, but a long-term investment too.

GET PROFESSIONAL ADVICE At the end of the day, if you are really stuck on what would really work for your vision, you can’t knock some good advice!

(Call National Carpets or visit our showroom and we’ll figure it out together!)

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So, back to our first question, carpet – or vinyl?

Modern manufacturing has greatly evolved in recent years, and in doing so greatly increased the range of choice. A greener, innovatively creative approach has resulted in more versatile and resilient materials and methods. But let’s take a closer look at our options:

You can’t beat a great Carpet

When well-made, great carpet is made to last. The carpet solution you choose needs to be able to withstand heavy traffic, years of use without losing its textural integrity, and withstand the constant challenge of being subjected to cleaning agents as carpets often have to be. As the leading supplier of quality 035 flooring solutions, National Carpets has unassailable, hands-on experience supporting clients in choosing the right ranges for their needs.

What we have gleaned in more than 45 years of sourcing and installing, is that a great carpet has these qualities: stain-proof fibres that can hold colour permanently and do not fade with time; outstanding durability and tensile strength, which also enables the carpet or rug you have chosen to retain its appearance. With diverse colours and textures available, it’s worth time and investment to choose carefully.

Vinyl never goes out of style

Vinyl flooring is truly a modern marvel. It’s worth exploring for its versatility alone! The latest in modern innovations have resulted in high quality luxury vinyl flooring made from superior raw materials using only virgin PVC for dimensional stability, to fibre-glass scrim and thicker wear layers for added durability. The vinyl tiles or planks are synonymous with durability, a fabulous range of natural look designs with a great colour selection, plus the added convenience of being an efficient, long-lasting flooring solution with various installation methods suited to different applications.

Other highlights of vinyl flooring are: it is hard wearing, cost effective, easy to install and maintain, moisture-, scratch- and stain-resistant, a good heat insulator with limited expansion/contraction. What more could you ask for?

Or...get the best of both worlds

Sometimes the best choice is not choosing at all. With the right advice and approach you create a unique blend of looks, that you can interchange throughout your home, with the only limit being one’s own imagination!

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concerned with the design of lighting systems within the built environment, both interior and exterior. It can include manipulation and design of both daylight and electric light or both, to serve human needs.

concerned with the design of lighting systems within the built environment, both interior and exterior. It can include manipulation and design of both daylight and electric light or both, to serve human needs.

Lighting design is based in both science and the visual arts. The basic aim of lighting within the built environment is to enable occupants to see clearly and without discomfort.The objective of architectural lighting design is to balance the art and the science of lighting to create mood, visual interest and enhance the experience of a space or place whilst still meeting the technical and safety requirements.

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Plascon Colour Combination of the year for 2022 three shades each explore Pear Fantasy

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Plascon’s hero - or dominant - colour representing 60% of the ratio is Pear Fantasy (Y5-B2-1). “This soft yellowgreen makes for a modern, neutral shade while being comfortingly familiar.

Capturing the soothing charm of a sandy shore at sunrise, this shade instantly puts our minds at ease and enlivens our spaces,” the paint brand says.

Desert Water Constituting 30% of the colour combination ratio is Desert Water (B5-B2-2), which Plascon describes as a calming and uplifting pale blue hue with an illuminating touch of purple.

“Inspired by the sunlit surface of tranquil water, this shade is subtle yet impactful, perfectly complementing the neutral Pear Fantasy. Lighter blue shades are associated with health, healing, tranquillity, and softness,” says Plascon.

Zanzibar Rounding off the ratio at 10% is Zanzibar (70). “A soft yet grounded colour, there’s a quiet warmth to this gentle smoky brown that brings an anchoring balance to lighter, cleaner hues. Capturing the fresh soil and majestic tree trunks of an early morning trail, this colour brilliantly accentuates the Plascon Pear Fantasy and Plascon Desert Water,” the company says.

from Europe or the USA are designed for that context, and not an African reality. created with Africa in mind,” says Plascon’s head of marketing Suvasin Moodley.

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Put simply:

Before we start looking at a few examples of The 60-30-10 Rule in play, let’s explore what primary colours are in contrast to secondary colours and accent colours…

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The primary colour in 60-30-10 Rule is the dominant colour. The primary hue for the interior decor should account for more than half of the space. The simplest method is to paint the walls with the dominant colour. It is preferable if it is an “impartial colour” to avoid regretting your colour choice later. That doesn’t mean you can’t use bright or bold colours. If you want to utilise vibrant colours, go ahead and do so, but keep the remainder of the room in neutral tones.

SECONDARY COLOUR: 30% The secondary colour in the 60-30-10 Rule is the colour used to enhance a room. To enliven the area and add interest, pick your favourite shade to make the primary colour palette more vivacious, or go for some neutrals and pastels to make the bright colour palette calmer. Remember that this hue should go with the colour that makes up 10% of the colour scheme.

ACCENT COLOUR: 10% Finally, the accent colour in the 60-30-10 Rule is the colour that is added to draw extra attention and create a little welcomed drama.

The brightest colour will serve as “frosting on the cake”, so to speak. You can use several shades of the same hue to add interest to the design.

Soft and soothing, with the lightest touch of natural green, the gentle 039 yellow neutral Pear Fantasy (Y5-B2-1) is the hero colour and works well for our 60%. Combine this soft shade with the clear calmness of blue Desert Water (B5-B2-2) at 30%, and to complete the scheme, add a grounding anchor of smoky brown Zanzibar (70) at 10% and see how your space comes alive.

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT As you gain more experience painting in line with the 60-30-10 Rule, the concept will become second nature.

You’ll even start using it when choosing accessories like throws, pillows, rugs, artwork, curtains, and even furniture in the right colours.

Because the right colours allow the eye to move comfortably from one focal point to the next, you can make your home look cleaner, better, and more appealing.

A prominent piece of artwork can become your focal point. You can select colours you like from the artwork (or a rug, couch, upholstery, etc), and look to the pattern’s whites and beiges for neutral wall paint options.

IN CLOSING The 60-30-10 Rule is used to add balance and depth to a room, but rather than thinking of it as a precise math formula, think of it as a guideline to have fun building off a palette of three colours.

Basic combining of colours begins from the colour wheel. By using a colour wheel, you can combine them using some established and tried systems. However, in the same breath, rules exist to be broken. This applies to life and to paint colour choices as well.

If you are a rebel by nature or perceive balance in a little bit of a different way, you can always make your own rules and experiment with different proportions.

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NATAi NATAi Launched in January 2019, NATAi NATAi is a locally made Zimbabwean women’s fashion brand with a focus on fun, day to night pieces that accentuate the feminine physique, while maintaining a great sense of style and sophistication.

Their goal is to offer a collection of elevated basics that are versatile, transcend time, and compliment the pieces that are already in your wardrobe. Despite their effortlessly chic.

DESIGN PROCESS The design process begins with them sourcing materials that they feel will compliment all body types and then coming up with designs that their clients

With the knowledge and expertise to make an international standard clothing brand, collaborations with a variety of tailors, and smalldresses and created its rapport online.

SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS

After it’s launch in 2019, NATAi NATAi opened its

Creating a kinder and more conscious fashion industry is their ultimate goal at NATAi NATAi. They believe small steps in the right direction still make a big impact, which is why instead of importing, they source their materials from local fabric suppliers, design, cut and sew their pieces in-house at their studio located in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Using her knowledge of photography and art, their founder Cheryl has branded NATAi NATAi beyond the borders of Zimbabwe to expand internationally and the brand continues to grow.

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MEET THE FOUNDER Cheryl Nyasha Johnson is the Founder and Creative Director of NATAi NATAi with a passion for art, design, and photography. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a minor focus in Art History from Principia College, IL, USA, her vision is to contribute to the economic development of Africa using art and creative expression.

NATAi NATAi named after Cheryl’s mother, who owned a tailoring business when Cheryl was a child, was formed to encompass this vision. Visit them on natainatai.com or @natai.natai on Instagram.

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Best Suits for Men 2022 TIME TO WEAR SOMETHING OTHER THAN THAT SWEATSHIRT AND LOOK SHARP OUT ON THE TOWN.

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double-breasted men’s suit; velour or corduroy; striped, checked, with ornaments; three-piece suit; with a satin sheen; combined men’s suit; sports men’s suit;

In the cut of men’s suits, English, American and European types are distinguished, each of which is suitable for a certain

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The variety will surprise you with the color shades of fashionable men’s suits 2022. Dark shades, like blue, gray, brown, as well as black are trendy. But no less relevant are models in light shades, such as cream, beige, milk, the shade of powder, and white.

It doesn’t matter at all whether you adhere to a strict dress code or prefer an informal style of clothing – among the that version of a fashionable suit that will be perfect for you.

Designers recommend abandoning stereotypes by choosing fashionable men’s suits 2022 in bright and original shades of the season.

The refreshing palette of shades is perfectly implemented in the trends of menswear, which makes it possible to highlight men’s suits of bright coral, delicate blue, playful lemon, charismatic mustard, light mint, off-season burgundy, and many other tones unexpected for a man’s wardrobe.

Although men’s suits are more restrained and laconic, sometimes very pronounced shocking notes, the designers certainly could not help adding actual prints and ornaments to the men’s suit.

Fashionable suits for men in one color spectrum or another are undoubtedly in the lead. But no less popular are beautiful and stylish suits with a vertical stripe, often radically contrasting, with a cellular pattern of different sizes and colors, unusual abstractions, and geometry.

Fashionistas liked creative costume novelties with unusual newspaper ornament, or models printed with logos in a sporty and casual style.

Unconventional and non-trivial men’s suits 2022 also have a place to be among spectacular innovations, in particular men’s suits with polka dots, unusual embroidery, or unexpected abstraction.

Fashionable suits for men made of leather, velour, suede, and velvet look very stylish and non-standard whatever style they are sewn in, due to the characteristics of the fabric.

Leather suits for men are sewn in laconic styles because the fabric itself makes a man look shocking, so straight trousers and jackets with typical collar variations, leather jackets with a stand-up collar expected for a cut are exactly what men need to create a memorable, individual set.

These fabrics are an absolutely unexpected trend for men’s fashion.

Classic styles of suits in the named fabrics stylish denim and formal style suits because they look very expensive and charismatic.

Models of formal suits are distinguished by special restraint and conciseness, both in shade and in the cut. Black, gray, blue colors are most relevant in the solution of a formal suit for men.

Formal models of suits are represented by a single-breasted jacket with rectangular lapels and two or three buttons. The advantage of this style of suit is that it suits men of different sizes and ages, as well as for any event – both for a wedding and for a regular

When it comes to events with a special festive atmosphere or with a high level of importance, then you should pay attention to the trendy men’s three-piece suits, consisting of a jacket, vest, and trousers, made in the same color and material.

In everyday life, such suits may be slightly inappropriate, therefore, in an everyday look with a suit of such a plan, it is worth giving up a jacket or vest, having received a stylish set.

The top print in fashionable men’s suits 2022 is represented by a checkered pattern, which in the new season is very diverse and extraordinary.

A small and discreet checkered print in an image with a men’s suit will be appropriate contrasting and large check looks great in a street style image with a fashionable men’s suit.

The best choice for men who prefer practicality is fashionable men’s suits in the style of casual, sport-casual, and sport-chic, which are not distinguished by strict lines and material.

Also, for suits in a casual version, bright prints or shades that are loose on the top and narrowed at the bottom of the trousers can be characteristic.

An unusual and expressive model among suits for men 2022 is proposed with a striped print, which will enliven everyday looks, as well as add a touch of chic and glamor to stylish men’s evening looks.

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Men’s three-piece striped suits, as well as a combination of trousers and a vest in a light summer look, will seem very original.

The variety of light shades of men’s suits is surprisingly very large this season. Light and, in particular, a white men’s suit looks festive sets for the warm season.

Another fashionable model of a suit for men is a double-breasted model, a distinctive feature of which is the two rows of buttons on the jacket.

A similar style of a men’s suit is distinguished by its severity and formality, therefore, like the previous model of a three-piece suit, a double-breasted suit is not always appropriate and relevant.

The double-breasted model of a suit requires the high importance of the event for which it is selected in order for the image to be successful. glorytrends.com

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Buying Toddler Clothes

* The right size: Sizes that end in T stand for “toddler,” with extra room in the backside 2-year-old, 3T a 3-year-old, and so on, although your child may be ahead of or behind the curve. * Easy on, easy off: When your toddler’s running around like crazy (as usual), you need stretchy clothes that don’t require much cooperation for getting on. Plus when 048 he’s ready to dress himself, they’ll make the task doable. * Pants with adjustable elastic bands: They grow with your child, and ensure that a skinny toddler’s pants don’t fall down or a kid with a thicker middle isn’t squeezed too tightly.

* Stain resistance: Avoid any clothing that’s too delicate or precious (think cashmere and silk), lest you not be able to give it a thorough scrubbing. Also, look for reversible pieces; after a kid gets messy at

and tie things, you also want to get out of the house without tantrums or delays.

So go for pieces with elastic, zippers with oversize pulls, and snaps. Steer clear of tricky buttons and avoid drawstrings (see Important Safety Notes).

plenty of cute smocks and pullover bibs to cover kids during feeding and playtime and keep whatever’s underneath clean.

* Larger sizes: Kids can grow fast, so when in doubt, size up. You can always cuff sleeves and pant legs or temporarily nip in

* Workhorse pieces: You can end up equipping your child in regular pieces in a particular season. The right materials will keep your toddler warmer and more comfortable, and the clothing will last longer. (You may even be able to hand it down!)

snugly, as they’re often more comfortable for

* DIY closures: Toddlers are notorious for wanting to do things themselves. And while you want them to learn how to button, lace,

* Potty potential: Entice your toddler with underwear that features her beloved cartoon pal, favorite color, or cute animals. Urging your little one to “Keep the doggy dry” can be much more motivating than anything else you can say. * Festive or costume elements: Many kids at this age relish twirling around in a tutu, swinging an armful of fringe, or running around with a superhero cape. Check thrift stores, costume shops, and toy stores for a few fun items to tuck away for rainy days – or any day!

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recalled in recent years due to their failure to meet safety standards. Check product recalls online to ensure what you buy hasn’t been recalled.

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House of Perfume ….exquisite fragrances at affordable prices Tracey Burrowes has had a lifelong love affair with fragrances and the part it’s played about Cleopatra who allegedly soaked the sails of her barge in Blue Lotus oil so people along the Nile could smell her fragrance and were aware of her presence before she even

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attention and awe! Throughout history fragrances and perfumes have been a mark of beauty from ancient Egypt and even from hold ladies’ fragrance parties for her friends which became so popular that she opened Bulawayo, situated at the Ascot Shopping so successful that Tracey and her partner Paul Denton opened a new branch in Harare in 2016

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Tracey (T): I’m inspired by all things beautiful. Designer and perfumier Christian Dior once said, “Make me a fragrance that smells like love”. The language of perfume is undoubtedly gripping, whether loud or subtle, what’s certain is that it is memorable.

When I was growing up I always wanted to own an affordable perfume shop and perfume bars across Zimbabwe.

T: We stock a wide range of perfumes and matching body lotions as well matching candle melts. And we’ll soon be launching an exciting cosmetics range.

T. Our perfumes are imported. All are oil based “Inspired by” good international brands.

Our fragrances are exclusively blended in South Africa and sent directly to us.

T: Our men’s range includes a selection of fragrances and we’ll soon be launching a range of body lotions and candle melts market. At the moment the Oud range is very popular which has a warm, smoky, masculine aroma.

T: design all my own shops interiors and retail displays. Just as food lovers eat with their First impressions count!

T: We have a lovely mix of customer. We have both ladies and men who want to spoil themselves with a perfume. They both want to make a statement by not only looking good but smelling great. We have a very unique gift voucher system which is extremely popular. Wonderful to see young

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smelling strips for perfume testing. You can also use coffee beans to awaken your nasal receptors. The nose can only smell 3 to 4 fragrances before it starts to feel fatigued.

By smelling the coffee beans the process of testing can start again. Try narrowing it down to two or three favorites.

Once you’ve chosen these can now be sprayed onto your skin. Do not squash the top note by rubbing your wrists together! The top note needs to evaporate in order to get which will determine what the fragrance will smell like on your skin. Perfume is a personal choice. Try not to purchase a perfume for a loved one based on what you like. It is not an exact science. Oils in your skin can either work for you or against you.

What smells good on others can sour on you. Try using a voucher option where a person can rather come in themselves and make an informed decision.

Toilette. Eau de Parfum is a heavier, more intense application, which is used mainly in the evenings. It helps create mystery…it’s sexy, sultry, exciting. There’s nothing wrong with using one or two favorite perfumes just vary the strength accordingly, depending on the environment and mood around you.

T: I absolutely believe that perfume is both power and magic in a bottle. When people settle on a fragrance or fragrances, it can become them. Iconic people throughout history have certainly become known for their perfumes…. they own it!

T: Unisex perfumes are becoming extremely popular. These are positively light making them less strong and overpowering like

perfume. It’s magical!

T: All fragrance shops should provide

be overpowering in certain working environments. It’s advisable to use a weaker version of your perfume during the day

T: Although fragrance plays an important part in our day to day lives it can

partners are sharing the same perfume they will never smell the same. Very nifty!

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T: Perfume packaging, as beautiful as it is, contributes to the high cost of a perfume.

Nowadays there is a greater need for our type of concept - cheaper packaging containing a great product. This will ensure that everyone can afford their favourite perfume. We pride ourselves on the fact that we offer a unique experience for our customers. Each customer has the fun and pleasure of watching their favourite perfume being dispensed from mounted perfume optics into bottles which are then crimped, capped and boxed. We have introduced simple affordable packaging which comes in 15ml, 30ml, 50ml and 100ml size bottles.

T: I absolutely love Black Opium by YSL, its dark and mysterious, and Good Girl by Carolina Herrera which has a sexy oriental scent.

BULAWAYO BRANCH Shop 36 Ascot Shopping Complex Leopold Takawira Street Bulawayo Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm Saturday - 9am to 1pm (Closed on Public Holidays) 0772346215 / 0773102824 traceyburrowes@icloud.com

HARARE BRANCH Shop 11, Arundel Village 51 Quorn Avenue, Mount Pleasant Harare Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm Saturday - 9am to 1pm (Closed on Public Holidays) 0779001801

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1. Daisy Marc Jacobs for women Daisy by Marc Jacobs is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women. Daisy was launched in 2007. The nose behind this fragrance is Alberto Morillas. Top notes are Violet Leaf, Blood Grapefruit and Strawberry; middle notes are Violet, Gardenia and Jasmine; base notes are Musk, White Woods and Vanilla.

2. Aqua Allegoria Granada Salvia by Guerlain This is a new fragrance. Aqua Allegoria Granada Salvia was launched in 2020. The nose behind this fragrance is Thierry Wasser. Top notes are Black Currant, Lemon and Bergamot; middle notes are Pomegranate, Sage, Rose and Cypress; base notes are White Musk, Moss and Patchouli.

3. D&G Anthology L’Imperatrice 3 by Dolce&Gabbana Floral Aquatic fragrance for women. D&G Anthology L’Imperatrice 3 was launched in 2009. Top notes are Kiwi, Rhuburb and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Watermelon, Cyclamen and Jasmine; base notes are Lemon Tree, Musk and Sandalwood.

4. The One by Dolce&Gabbana Amber Floral fragrance for women. The One was launched in 2006. The nose behind this fragrance is Christine Nagel. Top notes are Peach, Litchi, Mandarin Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Lily, Plum, Jasmine and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, Amber, Musk and Vetiver.

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NATURAL PLANT - BASED INGREDIENTS Natural plant-based ingredients feed your natural needs: hydrate, nourish and prevent skin damage, don’t harm you or environment. It ANTI-AGING FORMULA WITH BIO-ACTIVE INGREDIENTS & ANTIOXIDANTS. Our Anti-aging formula helps to restore balance and protect the skin, keeps the skin healthy, youthful, glowing and gives you more energy.

HIGH QUALITY SMART PACKAGING Dark violet glass bottles allow ingredients to keep their high quality intact for a long period of time, Airless pumps as closures don’t allow bacteria to penetrate inside, prevent the formula from oxidation and deterioration.

No need of boxing, no extra waste.

A natural skincare specialist and spa consultant, Victoria Ratmanova has always been fascinated and inspired by the healing powers of the Earth. Her interest in herbal alchemy led to creations that work wonders on everyday skin concerns and more serious ailments. This path brought Victoria to the Natural Healing Institute in California, U.S.A., where she perfected her craft and started Naturals Cosmetics.

More than just skincare products, Victoria’s responsibly handcrafted solutions are designed to help women achieve their full potential and be their best selves. Victoria transforms everyday, natural ingredients into luxurious skincare solutions—elixirs designed to help women of all

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of Chemical Peels There is a peel for all the most common skin concerns. Below are the 1. Treats Acne Topical acne treatments can only go so far, and a peel exfoliates deeper.

Getting a peel cleanses your skin more thoroughly and reveals a fresh new layer of skin, without the acne. Peels for acne work best when received in a series, and Dr. Margo Aura Emami can customize a peel schedule to help keep your skin blemish-free.

2. Minimizes Pores Large pores are a common concern for many, and all who have them wish they’d go away. Removing the outer, often damaged layer of skin with a peel smaller.

3. Erases Fine Lines and Wrinkles Nothing leaves us stuck in the past as much as lines on the skin. These reminders prevent us from living in—and fully enjoying—the present have got you down, peels come to the rescue. These chemical solutions can

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ease even the toughest wrinkles.

4. Fades Discoloration vibrant, and beautiful. If sunspots, discoloration, and hyperpigmentation are getting in your way, a peel can discoloration from the skin for good.

If you’ve been skipping out on skin care, it’s time to talk. You don’t need to do much to repair, protect, and even pamper your mug. We’re recommending the most basic adjustments for long-lasting results. Come learn how to combat breakouts, shaving irritations, Plus, a little shine on the outside treats the inside, too.

Here’s how to get started — or how to brush up your game, because there’s always something new to help buff up your glow. One thing dudes have gotten right is not washing their face every single morning. This is because washing too much can ruin your skin’s natural oils.But this only works if you wash every night. We start each day with a clean slate, so why not let your skin end on a fresh note, too? Don’t let dirt and pollution soak into your pores overnight.

Kwan recommends using a mild foaming cleanser before you shave to help reduce surface oil. As long as you don’t have sensitive skin, you can alternate between an exfoliating cleanser for an enhanced shaving experience and a mild wash.

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The Ordinary: An Introduction

by Bonnie Garner If like me, you’re a skincare addict, you’ve probably heard about the skincare brand whose name has been on everyone’s lips for a few months: The Ordinary. If not, let me introduce you to this skincare phenomenon!

The Ordinary is a brand new Canadian skincare brand, which belongs to a company that distributes a bunch of different skincare brands, Deciem. They also own the brands Hylamide and Niod, you may have heard of these.

The company was founded in 2013, but The Ordinary is the latest addition to the Deciem family and probably their most overwhelming success. The Ordinary has been around since 2016 and is about to completely revolutionize the skincare world.

First of all, The Ordinary products aren’t so ordinary, starting with their ridiculously low prices! The most expensive product of the range retails for $18, and usually, the average price of the rest of the range is around $6-10. That’s obviously the main reason behind so much enthusiasm for the brand.

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Botanical Geranium & Rosewood Hand Cream | 70mL SOOTHING - Show your skin some love with this super-smooth hand cream that’s made from ingredients derived from nature.

Featuring our signature Botanical Geranium & Rosewood fragrance, this hand cream contains amazing essential oils together with cocoa & shea butter to nourish and hydrate your hands. The best part? This tube exists all-for the end of extreme poverty. Winning!

THE GOOD STUFF We’re all about keeping it real and it’s so important to protect and nourish our skin, so we’ve left out nasties like: Sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS), Sodium laureth sulphate (SLES) Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA), Propylene glycol, Parabens Harsh petrochemicals, Triethanolamine, Synthetic fragrances INGREDIENTS Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-20 Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Seed Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Oil, Rosa Damascena (Rose) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Citrus Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, Lactic Acid (Non-Dairy), Fragrance (Natural).

DIRECTIONS For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If skin irritation does occur, cease use and rinse immediately. Store below 30°C.

The Ordinary products focus on 1 or 2 ingredients per formula.

They’re ingredients derived from biochemistry but also some are derived from plants. The rest of the formula is quite simple, no added fragrances, no ingredients that improve the texture, just the essential to make it usable (some of the formulas are a little bit sticky but nothing terrible, really).

And they’re not low-end ingredients! They are indeed wellrecognized ingredients and used a lot by the beauty industry.

Also, if you have already read my skincare posts and journals, you know that I’m very careful about the composition of the products I use (I avoid silicones, mineral oils, alcohol…)

Well, The Ordinary products are “free of parabens, sulfates, mineral oils, methylchloroisothiazolinone, methylisothiazolinone, animal oils, benzalkonium chloride, tar, formaldehyde, mercury and oxybenzone.”

They are also cruelty-free.

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The Charms of creativity

Charms are small decorative trinkets that are symbolic and meaningful to the owner.

In the past, charms were typically used as amulets to protect the wearer and ward of evil, but today, they can be used to signify a range of things like your interests, hobbies and travels.

If you believe in the metaphysical properties of gemstones, opting for a stone that you

A charm bracelet, then, is a bracelet on which you can attach these personal charms to create a customized bracelet that holds meaning and value to you.

There are many lucky symbols that purport to bring good luck, fortune and to ward off evil from the wearer. Whether you believe in these or not, it’s still a nice symbolic touch and a reminder of positivity.

While it might seem like a new concept, charm bracelets have been used for hundreds of years.

Popular Types of Charms Nowadays, there are so many types of charms that listing them all here would take too long. However, here’s a look at some of the main types of charms that have been around for hundreds of years.

Gemstones are ideal for charms as they can add color and personality to the bracelet and have symbolism and meaning for the wearer.

For example, birthstones are many people’s favorite gemstone charm.

a good choice. Gemstones come in a variety of colors and can be faceted, raw or cut en cabochon.

Some popular lucky symbol charms include the hamsa hand, the tree of life, the horseshoe, eye of horus and the four-leaf clover.

Including a charm that represents a hobby or passion of yours is a nice way to customize your charm bracelet.

Someone how loves playing the guitar might include a music charm, like a music note, guitar pick or tuner for example.

If traveling is your hobby, you might want to include a charm of an airplane, a compass, globe or a charm from somewhere you’ve been.

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Many people like to choose a charm that represents their faith, whatever that may be.

Religious charms are perfect as a constant reminder to yourself or to let others know that your faith is important to you.

Charms to represent your close relationships are a happy and positive reminder to have around you. You could opt to have the charm customized with an engraving of your initials, a special quote or word. Inside jokes are always a nice touch, as only the involved parties would understand what it’s all about.

If you’re customizing your charm bracelet and want to put it together from scratch, rather than purchasing a charm bracelet outright, it’s best to start with a good bracelet chain that’ll last you a long while.

We recommend opting for good leather, or high-quality sterling silver, like Argentium silver or gold if that’s within your budget.

These will not tarnish, discolor, lose their luster or fade over time, meaning that you can continue to add and remove charms to them as you wish and keep the bracelet for decades.

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Planting Trees THERE IS MUCH TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT WHEN IT COMES TO PLANTING TREES ESPECIALLY IN A HOME SET UP. IT DEPENDS ON THE CLIMATE, SPACE AVAILABLE, PERSONAL TASTE AND THE ORIENTATION OF YOUR LANDSCAPE. 060

Too much of everything can sometimes be boring inasmuch as it is interesting. The same can be said about trees. If grown with a knowledgeable mind, controlled and well maintained, trees can beautify your home and turn it into a wonderland.

When planting trees one has to consider whether certain tree species would be suitable for residential areas all the while considering how they will grow and spread. Are they too close to the building, power lines or septic tanks? Do they contribute positively to the environmental ecosystem?

You can also consider planting olive trees in are rich in Vitamin E and other antioxidants which may help reduce the risk of health conditions like cancer, diabetes, stroke and heart disease.

Olive trees are increasingly becoming a popular choice for urban indoor or outdoor gardens. The trees are guaranteed to make a statement and bring a feeling of the Mediterranean to your home or garden.

Besides that, olive trees positively contribute to the environmental ecosystem around your home since they help curb erosion and carbon dioxide.

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You can easily turn your home into a real life paradise with cooling shade, striking focal points and aesthetic appeal by planting palm trees on your front yard.

Ideally, trees should be planted a bit away from the main structures as roots can cause foundation damage. There are tree species with vast or deep root systems which can penetrate the foundation causing cracking and other costly problems. For instance, the silver maple tree, for all its beautiful and shimmering leaves should be planted away from sewer lines and walkways because of its vast and deep root system.

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It is also important to take note of the fact that some trees are not ideal for the home set up because of their dangerous, toxic and high maintenance properties. A good example is the Eucalyptus tree with its weak branches, bark that sheds off seasonally and according to experts, can be a nightmare if planted at home. The same could be said of pine trees which are known for acidifying the soil to the point that nothing grows underneath them.

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Eucalyptus tree

If you want to know more on anything about trees then Enerat Private Limited is your plug. They specialise in planting, topping, trimming, cutting and general landscaping. They can also advise you on the right trees to plant after surveying your area of residence as they have vast knowledge about trees.

Contact them on 0772456351

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a Constant Supply of Water In Your Home 0719254367 0783514559 0775481344

149 The Chase, Mt Pleasant, Harare Email: bluseadrilling@gmail.com Instagram/Facebook: @bluseadrilling Twitter: @BluseaD

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BluSea Drilling text by Michael Nott

BluSea drilling was founded in 2013 so they have many years of than 200 boreholes in Harare, Mutare, Chegutu, Chivhu, Rusape, Nyanga, Zvimba, Masvingo, Norton and other regions spread across Zimbabwe. BluSea Drilling has extensive experience working in different environments and a variety of conditions, like Zimre Park, Ruwa and Norton. Not only do they drill and install boreholes (including all the related services like tanks, tank stands, pumps and plumbing connections) they also provide solar energy services to run your borehole and all your residential, agricultural, commercial or industrial needs. They provide the complete fully functioning system. And each and every customer‘s unique needs can be catered for in a specialised custom made plan.

BluSea utilise the latest technology for their siting, drilling, casing and pump installations. They use only the best exclusive imported Italian and German pumps and they offer a repair and maintenance service for all their installations. They have a range of drilling rigs and installation equipment to meet the ever changing water situation in Harare and the surrounding areas. Their turnaround time is remarkably quick – usually around three days from payment to completion.

To contact bluSea: 149 The Chase, Mount Pleasant, Harare +263 719 254 367 bluseadrilling@gmail.com

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Kartel’s Auto Repair Shop (KARS)

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will not be able to fully carry out its lubricative functions.

This in turn results in increased engine wear, increased fuel consumption and general loss of driving power to mention but a few.

This means you will need to get your vehicle Additionally, engine oil loses its natural working properties with time and therefore

technicians who are able to help you restore

Signs that a car needs servicing: Just from closely paying attention to its performance and the sounds it produces, every driver should be able to tell when their car requires servicing. The most common signs that any driver should look out for include: 1. Unusual and irritating sounds indicating need for re-greasing and lubrication on the suspension 2. Vehicle pulling to one side when driving or struggling to control it which calls for realignment of wheels.

3. Heavy judder or a vehicle violently shaking and veering off when brakes are applied indicating faulty brakes.

starting especially in the mornings as a result of a faulty fuel system.

5. Noisy, irritating rattling, rambling and clacking under the hood and heavy oscillations when travelling on a bumpy road as a result of worn-out suspension bushes and defective shock absorbers.

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It is therefore imperative to get your car routinely serviced. By getting your vehicle checked, you increase its life easier on your pocket.

Be it computerized diagnostics, brakes, Kartel’s Auto Repair Shop (KARS) have the best motor mechanics to assist you.

Book an appointment and get your vehicle checked by experts. Always do it right!

Contact them on 0773940180.

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Book Your Bespoke Flights And Accommodation At The Travel Café Find us next to Living Space / Café Veldemeers across the road from Pick n Pay at Arundel Village.

There is easy parking right out the front and you can meet our dedicated Travel Portfolio team in the garden to discuss tailor-made travel plans.

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TRAVEL PORTFOLIO

– where your holiday dreams come true

OUR EXPERIENCED TEAM IN ZIMBABWE ARE ALWAYS READY TO MEET YOU FACE-TO-FACE AT OUR CENTRALLY LOCATED OFFICES OR RESPOND VIA YOUR WEBSITE ENQUIRY - TO ASSIST YOU WITH ANY QUERIES OR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, INCLUDING TAILOR-MAKING DREAM SAFARIS FOR YOU. JUST A FEW OF OUR BEST LOVED DESTINATIONS INCLUDE VICTORIA FALLS, MANA POOLS, KARIBA AND BOTSWANA. WE ALSO HANDLE SEASIDE AND SHOPPING HOLIDAYS IN SOUTHERN AFRICA AND BEYOND. TRAVEL PORTFOLIO HAS A DEDICATED FLIGHT PLANNING SECTION FOR THE DISCERNING EXPLORER.

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travel Hayley Idensohn has been in the tourism industry since 1994 and has years of handling marketing and reservations for various top of the range lodges and camps as well as running many conference and incentive groups. Her core focus is managing the one-stopVillage in Harare, where every element and detail of your “Travel Portfolio” is taken care of, while offering old-world values merged with 21st century service.

Hayley enjoys tailor-making itineraries for individuals and small groups, ensuring that these itineraries capture all the special elements that clients want to experience, especially relating to their dream safaris around Southern Africa.

Hayley is very much of an outdoors and wildlife type of person whether it’s being up close and personal with elephants or going on bush walks tracking lions.

Exciting and exhilarating pass times but not for the faint-hearted!

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Ruvimbo Makomva joined Travel Portfolio when she was on internship and later re-joined Travel Portfolio after completing her studies and has been a key member of the team ever since.

She is a stickler for detail and thorough when it comes to ensuring our clients get the best possible deals and that meticulously. She is passionate about not only chocolate, but tourism and about Travel Portfolio. Ruvimbo’s organisational skills, bubbly personality, contagious laugh and passion for ensuring your holiday dreams are met and exceeded will ensure that you return time and again for assistance with planning your “travel portfolio” – not

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home, and they assist with various travel projects. We also have marketing assistants in SA, USA, UK and Australia.

Parking is very easy – right in front of our shop between Archipelago and Living Space.

desires over a cold drink or cup of coffee. We pride ourselves in offering traditional oldworld values merged with the most modern 21st century services and convenience.

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Tracy Hove is an experienced tourism professional – having been in tourism and hospitality for 18 years. She focuses a stint at one of Zimbabwe’s largest travel agency, where she was involved with tours and safaris, including other areas of tourism such as PA at Rent a Jeep for 3 years and training coordinator at Cresta Hospitality for 3 years. This was followed by Operations Administration at Europcar for 12 years She is very used to working under pressure and enjoys meeting people – almost as much as she enjoys gardening.

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HWANGE NATIONAL PARK As most countries are either easing or completely lifting their COVID 19 restrictions as of late, travelling should

the north-west of the country, close to Victoria Falls, is home to 100 mammal and 400 bird species, including 19 large herbivores and eight large carnivores.

there are dozens of public and privately operated camp areas, to accommodate the hundreds of thousands of tourists who

It offers excellent wildlife viewing, and most big safari animals can be seen, including the Big Five. Hwange is most known for the impressive concentration of elephant that are attracted to the park’s waterholes during the dry season.

Travel Portfolio encourages tourists to visit Zimbabwe, not only because tourism brings in foreign currency but they believe that if the parks are always full of people then the number of poaching incidents can be minimized.

The park has a particularly high number of elephants, thanks to successful breeding programmes, and also has two national protection programmes, one for leopards and one for African wild dogs. Within the national park,

Not only can you get to see the animals at Hwange National Park but you would also get to do other adventurous activities like camping, amazing photography and the Hwange Safari Day trip from Victoria Falls.

everyone this upcoming season. Since homes for what seemed like a lifetime, this has to be the time to get out and Magazine in consultation with Travel Portfolio recommend Hwange National Park as your next tourist destination.

Measuring about 14,600 square km, Hwange National Park is the largest nature reserve in Zimbabwe. It is also one of the biggest safari parks in the world.

Founded in 1929, the park, which sits to

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Aberfoyle text by Michael Nott photos by Chris Scott | additional photos by Fotohaus NESTLED DEEP IN THE HONDE VALLEY IN THE EASTERN HIGHLANDS IS ONE OF ZIMBABWE’S BEST KEPT SECRETS – EASTERN HIGHLANDS TEA ESTATE AND ABERFOYLE LODGE. IT’S SURROUNDED BY EXOTIC, ROLLING TEA PLANTATIONS, LUSH, INDIGENOUS RIPARIAN FOREST WHICH IS LARGELY UNTOUCHED, AND THE RENOWNED 9-HOLE GOLF COURSE. APART FROM GOLFING THERE ARE A NUMBER OF OTHER ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE INCLUDING LONG GUIDED OR UNGUIDED WALKS THROUGH THE FORESTS, BIRDING TOURS, TEA FACTORY TOURS, MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS, WHITE WATER RAFTING (FOR THE MORE ADVENTUROUS) AND EVEN ZIMBABWE’S FIRST TREE CANOPY TOUR WITH A ZIP-LINE THROUGH THE FORESTS ADJACENT TO THE NYAMKOMBE RIVER. ABERFOYLE LODGE HAS LONG BEEN KNOWN FOR FANTASTIC ACCOMMODATION AND GREAT FOOD, BUT NOW THERE’S A NEW ATTRACTION FOR VISITORS.

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The Arches was opened in November last year providing a superb, new, multi-functional venue. It’s the perfect setting for a romantic wedding, or for conferences, workshops or any type of large gathering or events. Musical recitals are on the cards for the future. It’s currently being used as an art gallery space for a uniquely Zimbabwean exhibition. The gallery is presently showing the Cyrene collection entitled “The Stars are Bright”.

It’s a rediscovered collection of extraordinary paintings and drawings by over forty young Zimbabwean artists that have not been exhibited together for almost 70 years. The artists attended Cyrene Mission School which was founded in the 1940s. This remarkable exhibition, featuring works from 1940 to 1947, has been lovingly curated by Lisa Masterson.

included Graham Cochrane and Caspar Kumire. Geoff describes The Arches as a “gallery of its place” with a symbiotic relationship to the surrounding setting. As such the landscaping around The Arches is almost as important as the building itself. Great care was taken during construction to disturb the forest as little as possible and minimise cutting down of the trees around the structure. In fact, it was so important to preserve the existing ecology that the pond in front of the structure had to be drained so that cranes could come in with minimal disturbance to the surroundings.

The gardens around The Arches were designed and installed by landscape architect Kerry-Ann Goddard to mimic the natural front of The Arches lined with papyrus, reeds and grasses. There are a few concessions to more formal gardens with agapanthus,

The Arches was designed by Geoff Fox from the leading local coloured foliage to boost the natural look.

refined The structure is basically on two levels with the lower level housing facilities like the air-conditioning equipment, the IT and electrical services and a storeroom. The lower basement level has been partially clad with local stone to help it blend into the site. Talented artisans from the surrounding area were employed for the cladding, and a large portion of the rest of the building work, providing much needed employment, experience and skills training.

The upper level includes the reception area, the open plan multifunctional gallery space, a generous conference or meeting room, ablutions, a catering kitchen and an outdoor seating area on the balcony.

The gallery has air conditioning to ensure a stable temperature (22 degrees) and constant relative humidity for the preservation of the art works. There are also three storerooms for high value artefacts.

The interior of the gallery is highly adaptable with movable screens for hanging art work or displaying to a single open plan space for functions or divided into smaller demarcated spaces. It’s been oriented to face north westerly to maximise the views of the gardens and the the vast open room from the high clerestory windows formed by the different layers of the arched roof.

The ceiling follows the high arched roof creating an almost cathedral like ambiance.

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Work on the project began in 2019 with the demolition of an existing, underutilised squash court and civil works to prepare the site for the development of the dormitory block and the adjacent pool. The main contractor for the build was Hydro Power Contractors, a company that usually deals with hydro-power projects in the area. However as they are linked to Aberfoyle Lodge (through Eastern Highlands Plantations Limited) they took on the task of managing the project as they have extensive experience in all aspects of the construction business. Work on The Arches started with the ground breaking in July of 2019 with construction of The Arches starting in earnest in October. The completed restrictions made progress on the project a little slower.

Architectural Planning Studio has kept the palette of materials fairly restrained. The open plan gallery space has parquet wood block

verandah overlooking the pond has Eva-last decking which is a composite product that’s very durable and environmentally friendly.

Internal walls have been skimmed and plastered and painted white in the gallery space to provide an unobtrusive background for exhibitions, while other internal walls are either whitewashed brickwork or off-shutter concrete. The ceiling in the gallery follows the arch of the roof and has been clad in slatted timber with hessian behind. The timber and hessian provide both acoustic and temperature insulation.

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Brown Engineering supplied and helped install the steel skeleton as well as the cranked and curved Chromadek roof which was manufactured off site and then Aluminium provided the aluminium and glass clerestory windows as well as the folding doors which open the gallery out to the balcony. Revolta’s Roots provided the custom made teak interior doors while Nigel Joscelyne supplied most of the furniture including the chairs and tables on the balcony.

Aberfoyle: Call: +263 780 935 345 Email: bookings@aberfoylelodge.com Website: www.aberfoylelodge.com

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5. It’s a good place to meet new people The gym is not only a place where you come to exercise, it is also a great place to meet new people. Many people have found friendship - and some even love - at the gym!

1. A wide range of equipment

6. Motivation

Of course, you can use an exercise bike at home, but then you only have one piece of equipment. Gyms have lots of different equipment, offering you endless options. No matter what you want to focus on, your gym will have the right equipment. It’s a lot less boring!

Training with other people can be an enormous motivator to help you push yourself that little bit harder! Even if you don’t train together, the presence of other people in the gym can have a positive effect.

2. Always exercise using the best equipment

Having a gym membership can really spur you on to keep exercising.

After all, you don’t want to keep paying for something you are not using.

The equipment in gyms is always high-quality. More often than not, the exercise equipment is state-of-the-art. Can you say the same about your exercise bike?

3. You can always ask for help If you are not sure how to do a certain exercise or how to use certain equipment, you can always ask for help! Our gym staff as well as your fellow gym users are more than happy to help.

4. Group classes If exercising on your own is not your thing, or if you prefer to do something different, gyms also offer a variety of group exercise classes. Exercising as part of a group can be great fun. You can try all the different exercise classes that are available. If you would rather do something else, then you can just try a different class the following week!

7. Having a membership is a great motivator

8. You can work out alone or with others Perhaps you prefer working out on your own? Or perhaps you like working out with a training buddy? The gym can offer you both.

9. Going to the gym helps you change your lifestyle motivates you to maintain your healthy lifestyle, even when you are not at the gym.

10. Tailor-made programmes your goals. They can create a personal training schedule for you.

Tailored to your body and to your goals.

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Talking about Mental Health issues The whole world is buzzing about the topic of ’mental health’. It is either talking about mental health awareness, seeking more knowledge on the topic, or just pure denial of the matter. What really is mental health, and is it anyone’s concern?

When we talk about mental health, we are exploring issues concerning our mind. The mind is the engine behind everything that we do ; be it our physical life, our emotions, our work, and how we relate to others. All of these aspects, and our whole life is driven by our mind. Unfortunately the mind and its health is the often a neglected topic.

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Generally, not that it is wrong, people would rather invest and spend on other things including expensive and regular shopping, food, or working too hard to mention but a few. Even though all of this is undeniably essential, the mind, which really carries all these aspects of our well-being, is hardly considered when it comes to being pampered.

For us as Africans especially, we hardly believe in the importance of being mentally healthy. This comes from our background and narratives such as, “I am a man, I can never cry or be weak” or, “I am a woman, everyone else depends on me I cannot afford to focus on myself right now.” We believe mental health discussions and seeking therapy is a privilege, a want and not a need. The reality is that challenges, problems, sadness and pain remain the same and affect everyone. There is no discrimination, whether one is rich, poor, black or white, young or old, challenges and aspects that take away our peace of mind will somehow be there.

How then can we take care of our mental health? One of the most important aspects is seeking therapy or counselling services.

This is when a professional, without bias or judgment, listens and shares professional insight on certain issues.

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There is no doubt about how much relief one experiences after talking to someone. It feels as though a heavy burden has been lifted off one’s shoulders. There’s peace accompanied by talking to someone, and knowing that you are not alone. Therapy doesn’t only happen when one is experiencing negative emotions and challenges, with joy and peace, and really just maintaining that tranquil state.

Going for counselling is not simply having a discussion, it equips one with life-long coping skills; helps in managing some chronic mental illnesses, and can lead to and effectively contribute to overall happiness and productivity and hence achieving a state of being mentally healthy.

Affordability keeps most people away from seeking therapeutic services. Questions often asked include, “Can I really afford this, or won’t I be throwing away my hard earned cash there are some free platforms where one can talk to someone without charge, and there are professionals in private practice who require a certain amount of money. Whatever the case may be affordability should not really be a factor to consider when it comes to seeking help. The world is slowly but surely opening up and warming up to issues to do with mental health. Resources, discussions and articles that can effectively lead to enlightenment are becoming more and more available. We are just required to be bold, take a stand and go out there and seek help.

What can we say then is that now is the right time time for us to prioritise taking care of our minds. The world is evolving, bringing with it new challenges that sometimes steal our peace.

We also have experiences in our past and our childhoods that continue to hinder us from leaping forward. I encourage all of us to seek help when we have to. It is not embarrassing, it is just as essential as taking a bath, eating and clothing.

A healthy mind, is a healthy life.

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Coronavirus enters our body through the nose, mouth and eyes.

Without masks, these areas are left exposed; combined with the average 90 times a day we unconsciously touch our face, the risk of transmission upon contact with infected surfaces only increases.

That’s why our best defense is still good personal hygiene — chief among them, frequent and thorough hand washing.

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Personal hygiene involves those practices observed by an individual to care for their own health and cleanliness. The aim is to promote standards of cleanliness within one’s immediate setting which is important especially if one is to socialize with other people. Every day hygienic practices include: • cleaning your body every day • washing your hands with soap after using the ablutions • brushing your teeth twice a day • covering your mouth and nose with a tissue (or your sleeve) when sneezing or coughing • washing your hands after handling pets and other animals Maintaining personal hygienic practices during a pandemic No matter how many barriers (masks, face shields) we put between ourselves and others, the risk of transmission remains — particularly through contact with common surfaces.

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Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and shower upon returning from public settings Avoid touching common surfaces like door handles and elevator buttons; if you must, use gloves, and sanitize your hands immediately with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer Follow physical distancing guidelines in public settings, and limit contact with people from outside your home or social bubble Avoid contact with people exhibiting symptoms, waiting to get tested, and recovering from COVID-19 Use a tissue, or cough and sneeze into your arm, not your hands

Domestic hygiene activities include all the work which is done to keep the house and people’s clothes and bedding squeaky clean. toilets and bathroom surfaces, laundry, and washing dishes and cooking utensils – cleaning and housekeeping in general. It is important that the house and everything in it be kept clean so that it is a healthy place.

If the house and everything in it are not cleaned often and thoroughly, moisture and dirt gather and it becomes a breeding place for germs, parasites and vectors like rodents. Contracting cleaning companies would be genius if one really prioritises domestic hygiene.

Precaution and alertness should be exercised when it comes to matters of hygiene. A range of sanitation and hygiene technologies these days and it would be progressive to take advantage of them in the promotion of good health and cleanliness.

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movies/ series in 2022 There is nothing more comforting and exciting than looking forward to a new movie or that continuation of your the drama, movie, series and cartoon lovers below is a list of the latest trending and exciting upcoming movies/

Slumberland Jason Momoa popularly known for his roles in Aquaman and Game of Thrones will star in this fantasy movie as Flip, an outlaw.

A young girl (Marlow Barkley) discovers a secret map to the dream nightmares with the hope that she will be able to see her late father again.

Sneakerella Over the years there have been many adaptations of the much-loved Disney Princess Cinderella. However, this time Disney is bringing a twist by introducing a male character to take on the role of a pauper boy who lives with his stepfather and step brothers.

Sneakerella takes place in New York City and follows an aspiring sneaker designer named EL who lives with his stepfather and step brothers in Queens. EL meets and hits it off with Kira king, the daughter of a famous basketball star who just happens to also be a sneaker tycoon. Together they embark on a journey of dreams, love, family drama and friendship.

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The Wife S2 The Wife series is a Showmax Original telenovela that follows the lives of the eight Zulu brothers, a formidable crime family, through the eyes of the women they marry. Season 1 is inspired by the novel Hlomu the Wife, a bestseller by Dudu Busani-Dube. Season 2 matriarch of the Zulu family, is played by Khanyi Mbau (Happiness is a Four-Letter Word) and Mondli Makhoba (Umkhokha) reprises his role as Nkosana, the eldest Zulu brother in The Wife. After 10 years in prison for murdering her mother, Zandile, Nkosana’s wife, is back in the family fold. But life on the outside means winning back her children and taking back her place as matriarch of the family.

If you love South African series then make a date with the dynamic Khanyi Mbau on Showmax every Thursday morning and tune in to The Wife Season 2.

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Jeen yuhs To all the Yeezy lovers, look forward to a docuseries about the most loved Kanye West.

Jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy is a 2022 American documentary about the life of artist, record producer, businessman, and fashion designer Kanye West. The lives of an emerging superstar this intense, intimate docuseries charting Kanye West’s career,

Encanto do kids love it but adults as well. Everything about Encanto from the soundtracks which are topping the billboards weekly and how everyone is gifted differently but still special in their own sense. Anyone can relate to any family member of the Encanto and enjoy dancing to the crazy tunes accompanied by a great storyline.

Naiza Boom They say laughter is the best medicine and if you love comedy you don’t have to go far because as we all know - local is lekker. For those who prefer local content, check out the Naiza Boom cast of Dhafu, Senzeni and others on You Tube for humorous skits that will leave you rolling in stitches. The channel is updated on a daily basis to keep you entertained and laughing your heart out.

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Azam TV Bakhresa Group recently launched Azam TV in Zimbabwe at Cresta Lodge in Harare, making its seventh country in Africa.

Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Minister Monica Mutsvangwa applauded Azam TV for 084 investing in Zimbabwe and was very hopeful that it would develop local talent in content and employment creation.

said packages include news, movies, sports, cartoons, documentaries, drama and series among others. A selection of three packages; Azam Pure broadcasts 100 channels at a cost of US$5, Azam Plus with 120 channels at US$10 and Azam Play has 130 channels costing US$15.

A diversity of local, regional and international content awaits Zimbabwe – entertainment for everybody!

media representatives and the popularly known skit comedians Naiza Boom crew…

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After reviewing feedback from clients and also, paying close attention to client experience management practices established its own worldclass centre wholly dedicated to meeting the increasing demands of its customers.

The TelOne Highlands Client Experience Centre was launched on the 3rd of November in 2021 by Dr. Jenfan Muswere the Minister of Information Communication Technology , Postal and Courier Services. The facility is an interactive space designed to ensure clients are served in an appealing and high-tech environment. TelOne managing director Chipo Mtasa said they were on a journey to centre the business around clients which is one of the company’s core values.

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TelOne felt the need to set up the client experience centre after it became clear that they were lagging behind in terms of client experience with client demands shooting to at least seven years ahead of services capacity and capabilities due to Covid-19 related user patterns.

The board chairperson, Mr Douglas Zimbango, said as TelOne they had to step up their client experience services as customer requests and demands were starting to overwhelm them.

Highlands was particularly chosen for its large clientele base servicing in the ballpark of 200 000 customers for Voice, Fifth, ADSL, and VSAT services. Again, prioritising Highlands is an obvious choice since the outlet is TelOne’s top revenue earner.

What is perhaps groundbreaking about this client experience centre is that they are exclusively using devices assembled locally by the Zimbabwe Information Technology Company, a TelOne owned company. This is an exciting development for it shows the dexterity and competitiveness of TelOne-trained technicians.

The TelOne Highlands Client Experience Centre is only a prototype and TelOne promises to establish more customer experience centres across the country which will be tailored around the Highlands client experience centre.

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