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EditorGodknows Homwe

Sub-EditorTinashe Muchenje

Layout & DesignJabulaniDouglas Brothers18 Lanark RoadBelgravia, Harare+263 4 799 026/799 124+263 775 064 698

PhotographyZTAHenry HakulandabaLucky Aaron

Marketing/PublisherYeduLani Marketing & Social Media Consultancy

ContributorsW. MzembiT. MakaripeT. Makuni

06 EDITOR’S NOTE

08 THE MYSTERY OF ‘GREATER ZIMBABWE’

10 AFRICA’S WELL KEPT SECRET

12 MUSANGO SAFARI LODGE

14 CHANGA LODGE

16 ZIMBABWE GLOBAL LEADER IN RHINO CONSERVATION

18 INTRODUCING BIRDLIFE

20 PITCH NIGHT

21 IT’S TIME TO JOIN THE SOCIAL MEDIA BANDWAGGON

22 IT RISES AND SETS INTHE SUNSHINE CITY

24 JAMESON VIC FALLS CARNIVAL HAILS IN 2014 AS ONCE IN ALIFETIME THREE DAY NEW YEAR’S FESTIVAL

26 TOURISM AND BIODIVERSITY ZERO TOLERANCE ON POACHING IN AFRICA BY 2020

28 AN INTERVIEW WITH THEMINISTER OF TOURISM’SHOSPITALITY INDUSTRYHONOURABLE ENGINEERWALTER MZEMBI

32 FASHION INTERVIEW

34 MUSIC INTERVIEW

36 KNOW YOUR ZIMBABWE

38 TOURISM RECEIPTS ACCOUNTING SYSTEM

42 AIR ZIMBABWE BOUNCING BACKBIGGER & BETTER

44 ROUTES AFRICA

46 HIFA SWITCHED ON

48 ZIMBABWE BEST TOURISM DESTINATION FOR 2014

50 HEALTH TIPS

52 WHEN NATURE MEETS STUDENTS

54 HEALTH TIPS

56 KNOW YOUR ZIMBABWE

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“WHAT IF YOU HAVE FAILED IN THE PAST? SO, AT ONE TIME DID EVERY MAN WER E C O G N I Z E A S A TOWERING SUCCESS.T H E Y C A L L E D I TTEMPORARY DEFEAT ”

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Ministry is very happy to be associated with this inaugural edition of YEDULANI.

We are particularly impressed by the editor's determination to play his role in the noble task of ensuring that Zimbabwe reclaims its place of honour amongst the nations of Africa and the World at large.

Zimbabwe clearly has the necessary natural and cultural tourism resources to stimulate and grow both a strong vibrant domestic tourism industry as well as become a leading destination for international source markets.

Most impressive is the introspective thrust which urges Zimbabwe to “rediscover” themselves, their heritage, values, and traditions. In this way it promises to become the national confidence binding platform that Zimbabwe badly needs at this point of its history. I must urge the editorial board to continue on this path going forward.

Indeed the well thought out name YEDU/LANI, OURS/YOURS says it all.

Whilst I expect the magazine to contribute immensely to the growth of domestic tourism for both social and economic purposes, it should also help construction of a national Country Brand that will attract both leisure tourists as well as economic investors into the country.

It is therefore my hope that the magazine is distributed in such a way that reaches our youths in schools and universities as well as our civil servants, who together constitute two critical constituencies of growth of the tourism sector.

I wish YEDU/LANI, MY ZIMBABWE/YOUR ZIMBABWE the very best.

MY ZIMBABWE

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HON. ENG. WALTER MZEMBI (MP)MINISTER OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

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imagine Steven Spielberg directing a film on one of our local books/folklore, Tambaoga Gumi Rinemiseve or Gonawapotera, better sill, the film winning an Oscar? How about the atmosphere at Sulu's show with fans waiting enthusiastically for the two varungus (white boys) to sing a verse or two in Shona and more so being hypnotised to Mukoomba music at the HIFA festival?

It is with overwhelming excitement that I present you our inaugural publication Yedu Lani (Your Zimbabwe) magazine, Zimbabwe's premiere tourism and hospitality mag, where we will unlock the experience and secrets of the landlocked country. The aim of the publication is to market the nation as once again a safe destination and one to invest in. Yedu Lani is a stimulus publication that aspires to bring the power of tourism to bridge cultures and create a concrete destination identity, making it a vital force for unity in the Southern African region but casting the nation as a recognisable jewel with a particular uniqueness.

As Reverend Desmond Tutu once said, “Be yourself so that I can be myself...”, we believe we can educate through the publication to rediscover our own identity by preserving our heritage, values and traditions as well as safekeeping the natural splendours of our landlocked country. Yedu Lani is branded in Zimbabwean local languages to evoke emotions with motion among the people of Zimbabwe, for the product to have a sense of belonging, confidence, passion and security. The name 'Yedu Lani' derived from Shona and Ndebele meaning 'Yours and Ours' respectively. As much Zimbabwe is ours so is it also for our visitors, we need to continue to receive them with open arms and the true warmth we have become to be known for, showcasing our God-given hospitable nature which has become the envy of many foreigners and the pride of Zimbabweans.

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Zimbabwe is picking itself up and slowly dusting itself off. We aspire through our publication to inspire the hidden beauty of Zimbabwe to imprint on the world.

unlocking the experience and secrets of the landlocked ZIMBABWE

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Be yourself so that I can be myself...

“CREATIVITY

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WHICH ONES TO KEEP”

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YOU come to gaze upon one of the great curiosities of the world, one of the most important ancient monuments in Africa, second only to the Egyptian pyramids in archaeological significance. You also come to see traditional African life, cultures and art, all encapsulated in one fascinating village, the amazing Great Zimbabwe, the grandest ancient city south of the Sahara, retaining its enigma and a unique testimony to the Bantu civilization of the Shona between the 11th and 15th centuries.

This complex of massive stone walls undulate across almost 1,800 acres of present-day south-eastern Zimbabwe. Begun during the eleventh century A.D. by Bantu-speaking ancestors of the Shona, Great Zimbabwe was constructed and expanded for more than 300 years in a local style that eschewed recti-linearity for flowing curves. Neither the first nor the last of some 300 similar complexes located on the Zimbabwean plateau, Great Zimbabwe, is set apart by the terrific scale of its structure.

WHY IT BEING SO MYSTERIOUS? -The civilization of Great Zimbabwe was one of the most significant civilizations in the world during the medieval period. European travellers from Germany, Portugal, and Britain were astonished to learn of this powerful African civilization in the interior of southern Africa. The first European to visit Great Zimbabwe was a German geologist, Carl Mauch, in 1871. Like others before him, Mauch refused to believe that indigenous Africans could have built such an extensive network of monuments made of granite stone. Thus, Mauch assumed that the Great Zimbabwe monuments were created by biblical characters from the north: “I do not think that I am far wrong if I suppose that the ruin on the hill is a copy of Solomon's Temple on Mount Moriah and the building is the plain a copy of the palace

where the Queen of Sheba lived during her visit to Solomon.” Mauch further stated that a “civilized [white] nation must once have lived there.” In the 1800s, European travellers and English colonizers, stunned by Great Zimbabwe's grandeur and its cunning workmanship, attributed the architecture to foreign powers or constructed by so called 'UFOs' alien invaders from outer space.

Later Europeans also speculated that Great Zimbabwe was built by Portuguese travellers, Arabs, Chinese, or Persians. No consideration was given to the possibility of local indigenous Africans having built the walls of Great Zimbabwe, because European writers generally agreed that Africans did not have the capacity to build anything of significance, particularly not monuments made with skilled stone masonry.

In 1890, British imperialist and colonizer Cecil Rhodes (1853-1902) conquered a large portion of southern African and had the region named after himself. Northern Rhodesia (modern Zambia) and Southern Rhodesia (modern Zimbabwe) came under British control and Rhodes echoed the theme of Mauch as he argued that the Great Zimbabwe monuments were built by foreigners. To promote his goal of misrepresenting the origins of Zimbabwe, Rhodes established the Ancient Ruins Company and financed men such as James Theodore Bent, who was sent to Zimbabwe by the British Association of Science, and sponsored by Rhodes. After his investigation, Bent concluded in his book, Ruined Cities of Mashonaland (1892) that items found within the Great Zimbabwe complex “proved” that the civilization was not build by local Africans.

Such attr ibutions were dismissed when archaeological investigations conducted during the first decades of the twentieth century confirmed

both the antiquity of the site and its African origins. In 1905 British archaeologist David Randall-MacIver studied the mud dwellings within the stone enclosures, and he became the first European researcher of the site to assert that the dwellings were “unquestionably African in every detail.” After MacIver's assertion, which was almost equivalent to blasphemy to the British imperialists, archaeologists were banned from the Zimbabwe site for almost 25 years! What is evident is that Great Zimbabwe has tremendous significance for black Africa. Its origins are undeniably African, and cannot be co-opted into a racist mythology as past historians have tried to do. On the contrary, the artefacts – Chinese celadon, Arabian glass, Persian faience, gold and ornaments demonstrate that a society with trading links lived here generations before Europeans exercised colonial domination.

Great Zimbabwe structures extending across 270 hectares, are the largest and most well preserved of over 150 such sites across the country and were declared a World Heritage Site in 1986. The walls of Great Zimbabwe bear a unique testimony to the lost civilization of the Shona between the 11th and 15th centuries. A unique artistic achievement, this great city has struck the imagination of African and European travellers since the Middle Ages, as evidenced by the persistent legends which attribute to it a biblical origin. The entire Zimbabwe nation has identified with this historically symbolic ensemble and has adopted as its emblem the steatite bird, which may have been a royal totem.

This is one of Zimbabwe's wonders which has to be preserved for visitors and future generations to be able to experience to understand the country, its people, their history and its present. Believe you me, it's an encounter of a lifetime, you won't be dissatisfied. YL


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who understand me, who would enjoy themselves and above all, mostly, to be themselves and identify with me, the Jenaguru ceremonies and what motivates and drives us as a nation.

My children you are a wonder, friendly, hospitable and peaceable people in the world – dance to the drum beat as you tell our story at Mtonjeni, as my Chokwe daughters stump the ground making a thunderous noise than Mosi-oa-Tunya, to the mokishi dance. O-oh! How I long to go in a frenzy with Mbende-Jerusalem dance, a dance UNESCO recognised as an Intangible Cultural Heritage for Humanity. Do bring back the memories that would be envied by visitors.

You make me blossom with joy my children as you always try to preserve our customs, even though you now have a westernised lifestyle. Even though, you still have a grip to the nation's consciousness, not abandoning your rural roots, evident by your mouths drooling at my recipes as you visit dotted traditional restaurants around Harare, to sample a range of snacks, from madora/mancibi ( mopani worms), roasted ground nuts to mhunga sadza (millet) with nhedzi soup (wild mushroom), muboora ( pumpkin leaves). Your forefathers' blood still shoots from the smell of game meat from impala and warthog to ostrich steak, eland stroganoff and crocodile tail in cheese sauce. Preserve such delicacies for your children and visitors from abroad, our natural foods with natural nutrients to help the immune system.

I hear that grandchild, 'TakaipaTakaipa!', tell them, do take it to them, they will not hold you down even though they don't understand your chants at BBA, but they become one from your sound, energy and passion, zest to be known and recognised internationally for our African ambience. Tose (Together) young Alexio you have hit the right keys of respect, courtesy and patience to understand one another. Even when language and culture may seem a barrier, but through sharing a common interest will see us meet as strangers at HIFA and part as jolly friends. YL

RERA chigokurerawo (provide for it so that it will provide for you) was how my children were brought up in our Shona/Ndebele context, believing you toil for them to have a better future, was what my back cracked for.

I lie on a rolling plateau, locked between two mighty tears; Zambezi and Limpopo, my body temperature varying between 12°C in winter and 24°C in summer, my bosom yearning for the love of my children, my breasts sagging with milk to feed my off spring, but, however, none to be found. I call to you my children, seek for me and I will be your sanctuary and will quench that nostalgic feeling of happier days.

Gone are the eyes that watched me over Inyangani Mountains, the eyes that were able to see deep into my soul. Together we climbed mountains and made it through lavish forests of love, socked with the raindrops of joy of the Mosi-oa-Tunya. I remember the good times that we once had…, but still my life is Arhh! so depressed. I try to look forward, but my mind longs for you. You hold a special place in my heart and stir my emotions, the smoke that thunders.

My doors are open to your friends. It is of great pleasure to know that you want to share the cultures, heritage and our way of life as Zimbabweans. Go ahead show them the mountainous grandeur of the Eastern Highlands, the lush forests of Bunga Forest Botanical Reserves; fertile valley of Vumba. Continue to take your friends on a memorable scenic tour of 'The World of Wonders'.

'Be yourself so that I can be myself', words once echoed by Reverend Desmond Tutu, words which I have come to cherish as your loving mother; one has to preserve his/her identity. Child preserve your individuality, that uniqueness which distinguishes you from others, believe and understand your history and cultural values, in-turn visitors would be able to comprehend and marvel at our ways of life. I need my children to once more love and adore me; to care. Sons and daughters


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ActivitiesMusango boasts only the top guides for their guests. All are very experienced, licensed and are fountains of knowledge.

Walking SafarisAccompanied by armed guides, guests can walk in the Matusadona National Park and/or the nearby wildlife sanctuary, tracking and photographing a wide variety of wildlife.

Game DrivesConducted upon request

FishingThe famous fighting Tiger Fish is found in abundance in Lake Kariba. They are at their most active in the summer and provide excellent sport. A world record sized Tiger Fish was caught on a fly rod near Musango. There are many other species of fish that can be found in Lake Kariba, including the huge Vundu, and also delicious Bream.

CanoeingMusango has both 2-seater and 3-seater Canadian style canoes. Experience peace, tranquillity and relaxation while gliding past prolific wildlife

Black Rhino SanctuaryMusango was involved in the re-introduction of black rhino into the National Park and we delight our guests in tracking the wild black rhino on foot in the park.

Wild Dog research project Musango is also involved in the Painted Dog reintroduction project. This is an on-going research project and guests are guaranteed sightings of these wonderful creatures. YL

From walking safaris and big 5 game drives, to tiger fishing on Lake Kariba; our guests can encounter the abundant wildlife in a multitude of ways. Activities are fun, informal and operated by trained and experienced guides. Whether you choose to fill your day exploring the area, or simply relaxing and soaking up the ambiance of wild Africa, our staff are happy to accommodate your every wish. Guests can also track wild black rhino in the adjacent rhino sanctuary.

Steve Edwards worked for the Department of National Parks and Wild Life Management for 18 years, three of which he spent as Warden of Matusadona National Park. When he retired from service in 1990, he followed his dream by setting up Musango.

Steve has a deep knowledge of the bush and a quiet demeanour that will leave you feeling safe even when you are walking with lion, buffalo and rhino. He is also an avid photographer and keen bird watcher, and, since discovering a dinosaur fossil site in the Matusadona National Park, he is fascinated by palaeontology.

What to bring:Neutral bush coloured clothing, preferably darker rather than lighter shadesCamera and plenty of film / memory and spare camera batteriesSuntan cream or sun block and after-sun lotionAnti-malarial tablets and treatmentHeat fatigue / re-hydration saltsFlashlight or torch and batteriesSwimming wear or trunksPersonal medicationsInsect repellentHat or capBinocularsComfortable trainers for walks

SITUATED just off the shoreline of the Matusadona National Park, on its own island on Lake Kariba, Musango Safari Camp is an exclusive 16 bed, owner-run camp. Just a short flight away from Victoria Falls or Kariba, Musango offers an abundance of both wildlife and bird life, with the largest selection of activities available anywhere, or the option to simply relax.

The accommodation at Musango consists of 6 large twin luxurious safari tents, each with an en-suite bathroom built of natural stone. Musango also boasts two large honeymoon suites with private plunge pools. These tented rooms are set in thick forest, and all face east over the lake, towards the rising sun. AccessBy light aircraft charter from Harare, Kariba or Victoria Falls to Bumi Hills Airstrip + a short transfer by boat to the islandBy speedboat, direct from Kariba to Musango – approx. 1.5 hoursBy 4×4 – varied scenic routes – 8 hrs. from Vic Falls, 7hrs from Harare

Facts & FacilitiesSituated just off the shoreline of the Matusadona National Park, on its own island on Lake Kariba, Musango Safari Camp is an exclusive 16 bed, owner-run camp. Just a short flight away from Victoria Falls or Kariba, Musango offers an abundance of both wildlife and bird life, with the largest selection of activities available anywhere, or the option to simply relax.

There is also a honeymoon suite that has been uniquely designed and built of natural stone, under thatch. Special canvas interiors ensure total privacy. There is also a private veranda and secluded intimate plunge pool.


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a passion for the wilderness and African wildlife, the Higgins and Preston families have built a dream safari destination on the shores of Lake Kariba in the Matusadona National Park. Situated within a private concession and with our own 4.5 km of lake shore, you can realize the total raw African experience from tastefully furnished, fan cooled, spacious deluxe East African style tented suites. Each suite has its own private deck and stunning views of the mysterious Matusadona Mountains across the inland sea of Lake Kariba.

Changa has been designed to blend in with the environment as much as possible and the natural materials, thatched roofs, wooden decks and walkways merge beautifully with the surrounding bush. The main lounge and library is comfortably furnished in an eclectic style, beautifully integrating leather, linen and cane to create a relaxed, homely vibe. The lounge is completely open to the gentle breeze, shaded by a thatch roof with sprawling views of the main deck, beach and lakeshore.This rich wilderness area offers exceptional game drives as well as walking and fishing safaris, all in the company of highly trained professional guides. Healthy populations of predators, including lion, leopard, hyena and cheetah as well as elephant, buffalo and antelope frequent the shoreline. Hippos and crocodiles are abundant in the cool waters. If you are very lucky, you may catch a glimpse of the last remaining Black Rhinos. Bird-life is prolific, with 350 species having been identified in the area.

The atmosphere of the camp itself lends to total relaxation so an afternoon by the pool sipping cocktails or drinking a cup of tea are always a welcome respite. Listen carefully for the strident call of the iconic African fish eagle and enjoy the unequaled beauty of a Lake Kariba sunset.

They invite you to enjoy the rhythms of nature this festive season, to relax in the tranquility and peacefulness of their camp and its beautiful surroundings. Their pledge will be kept if your last thought of the day is “Can it get any better than this!”.visit: www.changasafaricamp.com


“Changa has been designed to blend in with the environment as much as possible and the natural materials, thatched roofs, wooden decks and walkways merge beautifully with the surrounding bush.”

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traditional remedy in countries like China. The rhino is poached for its horn which is used for men's gratification and selfish desires such as in the making of aphrodisiacs. Long-considered a curative in traditional Eastern medicine- despite zero evidence – rhino horn is increasingly viewed as a status symbol among the wealthy in Asian places, exacerbating the illegal trade.

Despite the recent increase in demand for horn, rhino management and protection efforts in Zimbabwe's critical Lowveld region have largely been successful, and black rhino numbers are actually increasing.

Zimbabwe, with its collapsed economy, entrenched poverty, and political tremors, one would not expect that a country like ours would have the capacity to safeguard the rhino against determined and well-funded poachers, especially as just across the boarder South Africa is currently losing over two rhinos a day on average. In fact, LRT has found, keeping rhinos safe today is a massive undertaking, involving not only high-tech monitoring and tracking of rhinos, but working with the local communities and the judicial system. The result however, has been that Zimbabwe has seen its rhino population rise since 2009, unlike many other countries worldwide.

If it weren't for dedicated and committed organisations and individuals, the Lowveld Rhino Trust, rhinos in Zimbabwe would probably be near extinction. But rhino conservation reserves along with aid from conservation partners and government officials, has proven tenacious and innovative in its battle to safeguard the nation's rhinos from the poaching epidemic. YL

RHINOCEROS, geographically, are originally found in special parts of Africa and are a rare type of an animal known to be shy. The rhino, one of the world's rarest and most valuable animals, is being killed in large numbers in one of its last three strongholds, South Africa, Kenya and Zimbabwe. The increase in rhino poaching has seen the animal facing a real danger of being wiped-out.

Last year alone Zimbabwe rhino herd stood at a meagre 700 and 23 of the animals were poached, a decline of the 30 poached in 2010. In 2011, 488 rhinoceros were poached in South Africa, and as of June 2012, 245 had been poached, twice as many as on the same date in 2011, with Mozambique's last rhino shot end of year last year. The five rhinoceros species must be protected and the countries privileged to still have the animals like Zimbabwe, should continue to spearhead raising awareness of the threats of survival. Last year alone two of type species were declared extinct in Africa alone these are the northern west rhino of the Congo Basin, and the Javan rhino which are thought to be probably extinct in a period of just two months. Poachers, who are often underpinned by organized criminal gangs and corrupt officials, have left thousands of rhinos dead in the past few years and dozens of wildlife rangers trying to protect the mega fauna.

The renewed poaching activity has been driven primarily by Asian markets and especially by Viet Nam, where rhino horn is not only used as a “blood purifier” to treat the symptoms of over-indulging in alcoholic beverages and rich foods, but is also rumoured to be a cure for life threatening diseases such as cancer. In addition, many Vietnamese purchase rhino horn for gifts and as a symbol of status. Meanwhile, the use of powdered rhino horn to reduce fevers remains a

“In solitude and coyness we've lived a life of dodging and escaping a bullet, missed by a close shave not on daily but hourly basis, from a heartless, egocentric, pathetic and societal menace poacher. While others thrive on their second chances at life, we are deemed insignificant. Pertaining to 'human' continuation we are not seen as an emphasis of existence, even to the impeccable attachment we have to Africa's uniqueness; us extinct, thus a chunk of the continent's identity marred.”

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Conserving sites and habitatsŸ Identify, conserve, restore and monitor the sites and

habitats important for birds and other biodiversity.

Encouraging ecological sustainabilityŸ Demonstrate and advocate nature`s valuesŸ Promote policies that support sustainability

Empowering people for positive changeŸ Catalyse support for natureŸ Promote local conservation actionŸ Strengthen the global BirdLife Partnership

The major objectives are to conserve birds and their habitats, to increase awareness and enjoyment of birds through education and training and to use and develop a proven professional base for research and study of birds and their habitats.

Your membership to Birdlife Zimbabwe is important. BLZ membership year runs from April to March. As a member you receive our world recognized journal Honey guide twice a year and our newsletter the Babbler every two months. Walks at branch level are held every weekend as advised in our newsletter. Young people between the ages 0f 18 and 35 years can only pay $5 annual subscription. The environment is in young people`s hands, what are you waiting for? YL

BIRDLIFE Zimbabwe was founded in 1951 as the Rhodesian Ornithological Society (ROS), then a branch of the Southern African Ornithological Society. The ROS was reconstituted as Ornithological Association of Zimbabwe (OAZ) and later became a partner designate to Birdlife International in 1981.

Ornithological Association of Zimbabwe changed its name to BirdLife Zimbabwe in 1999 and became a full member in BirdLife International in April 2002. BirdLife International is a global partnership of almost 100 organisations that have a common interest in the conservation of birds and biodiversity.

Birdlife Zimbabwe adopts ideas and values and participates in strategies and programmes of Birdlife International. Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), our United Kingdom partner, assists BirdLife Zimbabwe with funding for core activities. Fundamental purpose for Birdlife Zimbabwe is to promote the survival of birdlife in Zimbabwe and elsewhere for its intrinsic value and the enjoyment of future generations.

BirdLife Zimbabwe functions are guided by the operating pillars below;

Saving speciesŸ Preventing extinctionsŸ Keeping common birds common

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pitchers. Most people are really interested in innovation, and ideas that could change the country, improve life or offer solutions. The Majority of good citizens also, would like to see those ideas succeed and support it. Pitchers, also want concrete feedback, new advice, fresh relationships and a shove in the right direction from people who can expand their reach and propel their growth. We work with the entrepreneurs behind the scenes on their pitch to make sure it's 4-8 minutes and that it's presented in such away to gain traction.

A company or idea must have a degree of traction or success. Whether it be a first round of capital raise, multiple sales, a valuable patent, a working beta site or an interesting story.

One idea can change a nation's economy, especially one like Zimbabwe which is poised for growth.

No need to wait till the next GEW week. Pitch Night will be happening in the #basement of the Celebration Centre on the last Thursday of every month.

We had a live twitter chat on the night while presentations were happening. Follow us at @emergingideas and @Gshararehub

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1. WHAT is the GEW.

2. What is entrepreneurship?

3. Who were organizers?

4. What is pitch night?

I don't know much about Global Entrepreneurship week except that it was started by the Kauffman Foundation and it's global.

Entrepreneurship is an attitude. It's also a type of disposition, and I don't think that you necessarily have to start a business to have that disposition. Through Global Shapers I was at the World Economic Forum in Cape Town last year and we listened to the Directors from Coke Africa and they said, "we only hire entrepreneurs, and we treat everyone as such." What is it exactly? Here's my idea of it: When a wall comes can you break it down, and when there's a vision can you execute on it.

My partner Tim just started 1 million cups Tulsa - and has a very good relationship with Kauffman. We talked and got registered to do something here and so Emerging Ideas hosted it. But I think Empretec also has a direct link with the GEW and we actually work with them as well.

Pitch night is a one hour gig with free caffeine as stage and a compelling atmosphere. 3 people pitch their ideas, start-ups or growing companies and the audience creates a community springboard for those ideas and entrepreneurs. The community springboard is the involvement, advice, questions, answers, and a word of mouth package that the audience gives to the

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holding them for ransom. Let's take for instance an online conversation on quality of bread; on brands here in Zimbabwe. “A word of advice to non-believers of social media out there: social media is in fact word of mouth advertising, these sites are vital to market your business”. Believe you me any of the out-come of the bread type can be enhanced or lowered in terms of sales depending on the viral messages put across by the consumers. What was once the prevue of high school students can now become an important element in marketing plans for all types of business.

If Zimbabwe companies manage well their chosen online social tools, these platforms will provide them an opportunity to:

· Respond to customer complaints, inquiries in real-time.· Develop good relationships with their customers.· Free and possibly viral advertising by utilizing social media.· Build a strong online brand.· Share their voice.· Do an Online Reputation Management.

Get your business marketing team to explore the potential capacity of the new media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Digg, Google+ etc., in the making of green bucks.

You know what, the ubiquity of social media, can over the next years, both drive and enable extraordinary changes in the way our organizations function. The business best able to capitalize on this movement NOW will be the ones that understand how the nature of customer value is different in a social media environment, how to identify the most valuable customers and how to engage with them effectively.

Where do you fit in? Are you ready to try social media? Do you use social media, but wonder how to use it more strategically? Maybe you need some convincing that social media is worth your time. If you fall into these categories, please contact [email protected], +263 733 277 093 YL

ARMED with an array of communicating tools, customers and individuals are interacting in ways unimaginable. With the advent of new channels of communication; commonly referred to as the social web/social media/ web 2.0, are providing companies and organisations with an almighty deluge of information as consumers take on to their laptops, PCs, tablets and smart-phones to share their opinions, do referrals, search for information, have conversations as they create online or virtual communities in ever-increasing numbers.

Social media facilitate the creation of user generated content. Although these internet based technologies are still in their relative infancy use in Zimbabwe, they however form part of a much deeper change in the business environment.

Social media in Zimbabwe, I believe, remains as an untapped resource that organisations and companies, whether small or big, can leverage on. Currently, most companies in Zimbabwe are aware of the need to engage on social platforms. Or are they? Most if not all of them, have created 'inactive' Facebook pages as part of a social media strategy (of which Facebook is not SOCIAL MEDIA) or most of them have followed the wind, as to everyone is doing it, so let's also have a Facebook page. Check orgs or companies' pages who deal with the public, present but not active. Do you have an example, share with us.Okay, benefit of the doubt, thumbs up on that. BUT, the question is no longer should we be doing social media, it's are we doing it right?

In Zimbabwe, the development of information technology is no longer a new phenomenon. With their development and inception of social media platforms, it has opened up new opportunities for consumers and ordinary people and with almost 100% mobile coverage in the country, mobile social media platforms, can sustainably enhance consumer participation in product development and service improvement.

The implications of social media are huge and their influence in Zimbabwe is important as they empower consumers to own the brand or destroy it, hence the adage the 'Customer is King', without the service providers or product developers

“I woke up early, teared out of the sheets, took a bath quickly, ate hurriedly my breakfast and rushed out to drive to work, there was less traffic at all. As soon as I arrived in the office, the windows still closed, rushed to my computer, it was ages or so it seemed before it switched on and had connectivity. Straightaway I opened the company homepage that I knew was going to stay open for the rest of the day, went to the signing in sheet and wrote Santi Pockets on the 'IN' section 6.00am. I quickly made a cup of coffee went back to my desk, and logged in my password… Voila! Telecel Zimbabwe Fan Page. What's new today, Mega chii? O-oh! Mega Bundles. Wait a minute they haven't responded to my post. #@$^*&%E! ”

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Harare still has a touch of the country-side; however this is disappearing at a sorrowful rapid rate due to urbanisation, cargo-cult and exodus of many folks, run down in most parts of Harare. Traditional feel once resonated with the magic and tragedy of the past, have been bulldozed into oblivion. Nevertheless this can be captured by visiting some of the traditional pleasures of the city to experience shopping the way it was done in many parts of Africa. The open flea market at Mbare Musika is the place to visit, where one can find a wealth of local arts and crafts. The place is decked with colourful array of baskets, food and other items which is a feast for the visitor's eye. Shona sculpture is unique to Zimbabwe and there are various places one can view or purchase works by international artists.

There are various safari camps and lodges which are not far from the city, all providing excellent accommodation and game viewing adventures as well as great opportunities for day trips.

We would like to welcome you to this section of urban reverie where we would unlock the history and mysteries as well transition of most suburbs in Zimbabwe's major cities. What really makes them beat and unique? Until next issue, our readers Harare! YL

STRIKINGLY beautiful, light-filled open city, high on the country's plateau 1500metres, set in the natural garden, Harare is a city of trees and gardens nurtured by champagne air and temperate climate. The city looks and feels different from the rest of Zimbabwe. Its uniqueness, iconic, hip, trendsetting and warmth, lives to its superlatives. Formerly known as Salisbury, the city has an estimated population of 1.6 million with 2.8 million (2006) in its metropolitan area.

The name was derived from the first inhabitants of the marshy inhabitants near The Kopje (inselberg) on which it stands today, who were called Neharawa after the regional chief – Harare (One who does not sleep) of the Mbare totem, whose citadel is today known as the Harare Kopje. The Mbare people under the rule of the lower Chief Mbare ruled the kopje itself.

11 September 1890 saw the arrival of Major Frank Johnson led British South Africa's Company (BSAC) pioneer column and discovery of the kopje. Two days later, the Union jack was raised at the present day site of Africa Unity Square and anticipated settlement was named Salisbury. The settlers believed this area of Mashonaland to be favourable

for agriculture, a great source of gold and ripe for expropriation by colonialists. With Zimbabwe attaining its independence in 1980, lowering the Union jack flag, the name Salisbury was changed and Harare yet again was donned.

Harare today, commonly known as H-Town or Sunshine City, offers visitors an experience as unique and diverse as the city itself. Whether you are on business, in search of a cultural encounter, an adrenaline rush or simply want to relax and unwind for a few days, the city of Harare has everything you're looking for and more! But Harare's real draw is its vibrant multiculturalism, array of tribes, chanting various dialects, though the dominating mother tongues, Shona and Ndebele, which are the order of the day, English being the formal language.

If you want to start at a highest note, well you will have to go to the pulsating outdoor braais, Pamereki especially. The writer believes this should be a tourist attraction. On a late Saturday or Sunday afternoon should conjure yourself to be there, where you loosen your belt for braai boerwoers, pork or beef and delicacies such as paprika infused chicken gizzards (zvingeke) or just ask for 'gear boxes'.

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For the last night of 2013 the line-up ensured a party never to forget. The atmosphere was electric as revelers partied into 2014 to Chikwata 263, Shortstraw, Jeremy Loops and Mampi, while the original pop EDM super sound of Flash Republic made sure the final hour of 2013 was explosive. Jason Le Roux, Judgement Yard, DJ Cmbaville and DJ AceDaBass kept the partying going well into the early hours of the first day of 2014. When they weren't partying, visitors to this year's Carnival made sure they visited the breath-taking Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and many got their adrenaline going as they took part in the host of adventure activities on offer like river rafting, bungee jumping and gorge swinging. Certainly an important aspect of the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival was its environmental and greening initiatives. TM Supermarkets, in conjunction with Environment Africa, created a Green Village, which focused on bringing awareness to charities and initiatives involved in conservation, preservation and the environment through interactive artworks and activations. Media partner, DStv, hosted the DStv Green Cinema at the Green Village where people could chill out and watch a range of environmental documentaries and content provided by DStv. The Jameson Vic Falls Carnival also worked with Six Million Smiles this year, an initiative to acknowledge the positive developments from individuals and corporates in the fight against the negative stigma associated with HIV and AIDS. Event organisers Seed Experiences' months of preparation meant thousands of visitors enjoyed a world-class event. An incredible line-up, top event production, sound and lighting, bar and food infrastructure and the smooth running of the event ensured the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival will remain top of the list of the best New Year's parties to attend in 2014. YL

EVERY year tourists from all over southern Africa and the globe descend upon the mighty Victoria Falls for a once-in-a-lifetime New Year's celebration!

Combine Southern Africa's biggest artists, the world's greatest adventures and activities, with a New Year's countdown like nowhere else on earth and you have arrived at the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival!

Thousands of partygoers from around Africa and the world partied into 2014 as the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival lived up to its promise to be bigger, louder and much more fun. 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1…Happy New Year! Truly a New Year's countdown like nowhere else on earth, the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival confirmed its position as Africa's most exhilarating three-day New Year's festival as it welcomed thousands of travellers and partygoers from around Africa and the world to the majestic Victoria Falls here in Zimbabwe to usher in 2014. The three-day Carnival was a non-stop party, adventure and fun as a packed programme and artist line-up ensured visitors were entertained throughout the festival. Kicking off the Carnival was the legendary Steam Train Party Express, which took partygoers on a vintage steam train journey to a secret bush location where a party was waiting with top DJs like DJ Francis, DJ AceDaBass and Liver. The party moved to the Jameson Vic Falls Carnival festival site at the Victoria Falls Farm School, where the main stage rocked for two incredible nights to the sounds of the impressive line-up of musicians and artists from around Southern Africa. Zimbabwe band, Mokoomba was a hit with the crowds and South African legends and carnival headliners Just Jinjer did not disappoint, while South African bands ISO and December Streets got the crowd jumping.

JAMESON VIC FALLS CARNIVAL HAILS IN 2013 AS ONCE IN A LIFETIME

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confiscated in 17 large scale (>800 kg) seizures of illegal ivory in 2011; and the illegal poaching of rhinos in South Africa surged to a record high in 2011, with a final death toll of 448 (Minister Edna Molewa address, Department of Environmental Affairs, Republic of South Africa, 2012). WWF has confirmed that between 2007 and 2011 the numbers of rhinos poached in South Africa increased by 3,000 per cent. The recent statistics shows that by 13 September 2013, more than 668 rhinos were killed in South Africa alone. Similar mass elephant poaching events have since occurred throughout Central Africa (Haken, 2011). In February 2012, hundreds of elephants were slaughtered in a single incident in Bouba N'Djida National Park, Cameroon, by poaching gangs on horseback armed with military machine guns (Haken, 2011). The gangs are believed to have originated from Chad and Sudan and to have entered Cameroon through neighbouring countries. The seriousness and scale of the February incident in Cameroon, the extent of rhino poaching in South Africa, and the recent chemical mass killing of elephants in Zimbabwe, is indeed a wakeup call for the international community and the governments of the affected countries in terms of the security threat posed by the actions of poachers. Imagine, if these wildlife killings were like some other creatures poaching people, what would the world become?

Call to ActionWe certainly need to do something to preserve our pristine flora and fauna, increase our monitoring and tracking, and take a collective global action on the supply chains of illegal poaching and trafficking on wildlife species at both source and market chain levels. This is in consonance with our UNWTO 2011 World Tourism Day Theme on Tourism and Biodiversity, which sought to raise awareness among the UNWTO family, but this has not been translated into concrete and tangible programmes and projects to respond to the problems associated with the two components, which, indeed is an intrinsic relationship. We have slid back into an acute crisis with wildlife poaching in Africa, and this does not appear to be on many people's radar of thought on this continent. The problem has been made complex due to technological advances and use of chemicals as weapons to kill wildlife, as noted and confirmed by Christian Glass of Germany, when he said:“The new wave of organized wildlife trade crime with heavily armed groups of poachers acting across borders is jeopardizing conservation successes we had in the past and puts in danger whole ecosystems in many countries. It is thus threatening people's livelihoods and has severe socioeconomic effects for the countries affected” (Christian Glass, Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Germany (August 2012). YL

THE upsurge in poaching of elephants and rhinos has increased exponentially, particularly motivated by illegal international trade in recent years from markets outside Africa. This has left many countries on the brink of wildlife species extinction. There is indisputable empirical evidence, which show that biodiversity and wildlife in Africa face enormous threats. Consequently, these undermine tourism potential in Africa that is known to be dependent on pristine flora and fauna. The situation looks ruinous, take for example, the case of elephant population in Africa.According to the Elephant Action League (www.http://elephantleague.org/the-ivory-curse/), by the beginning of the 19 Century, elephants in North Africa were at 27 million, 5 million at the beginning of the 20th century, 1.3 million elephants in 1981, 700,000 in 1988, 600,000 in 1990 (international ban on ivory trade was then implemented), 500,000 by 1998, 400-500,000 now (with 35-40,000 elephants killed each year). This trend of elephant depletion, is solely due to poaching that reverses overall positive population growth in the long-term, which had been realised since ivory ban in 1990.

Overview of Wildlife Poaching'We deserve to live' the rhinos and elephants seem to say to all of us 'Save Biodiversity, to Save Tourism in Africa'. From the Serengeti region of Tanzania, the Amboseli areas of Kenya, the thick forest of West and Central Africa, the vast Savanna and miombo lands of Southern Africa, biodiversity including wildlife animals, are key to the growth of tourism. A global campaign to elevate the issues of ecological disasters on marine biodiversity, wildlife carnage and trafficking to the global level, is indeed critical at this moment than ever in setting the CAF Agenda for 2013-2015.Wildlife, particularly the African elephant (Loxodonta Africana) and rhinos, are in peril from ivory and rhino horns trade syndicates respectively. We are once again in a situation where we have to take a stand to protect nature and amplify the connection of tourism and biodiversity as symmetrically intrinsic for Africa's tourism. We are experiencing this huge upsurge in poaching now than ever in the history of conservation. Subtle indeed has become the poaching problem, and it is more of biodiversity terrorism than ever imagined before. Poaching has reached unprecedented levels in Africa as high as witnessed in the early 1980s, and halted in the 1990s when the ivory and rhino horn trade bans were imposed through the Convention on Illegal Trade In Endangered Species (CITES).We need more eyes on the ground and some unified continental and global systems to act. We seek endorsement and support from all interested parties for our concerted efforts to succeed in stopping

haemorrhaging Africa's wildlife resources through new-sophisticated phenomena in illegal carnage and chemical killing of elephants, rhinos and other species synonymous with terrorism, but this time against nature. The recent ecological disaster in the Hwange National Park of Zimbabwe, where over 100 elephants were chemically and heinously laced to death using cyanide and led while the 20 Session of the UNWTO General Assembly was in progress, deserves condemnation of the highest order and challenges the entire world to take action. This cannot be done later than now. Simple statistics on what is happening on Africa's biodiversity shows how serious the problem has become, and it is directly and indirectly linked to transnational organised criminal activity, which can be defined as the worst type of biodiversity terrorism. These crimes destroy wildlife, affect local communities, and are often linked with exploitation, violence, conflict, money laundering, corruption and international criminal syndicates.

Illicit Supply value chainIllicit wildlife poaching and trafficking has increased over the last few years despite the combined efforts at, regional and international community level. Governments in many African states lack response capacity to deal with the complex challenge, hence the need now to harness international goodwill to deal with the problems collectively. The supply chain is complex, however, breakable, should stakeholders unite at each level of its occurrence.Some of the most recent events relating to wildlife poaching confirm the trend of the supply chain. For example, in Hwange National Park (2013), over 100 elephants were laced with cyanide and led, and dozens of other wildlife species also died under cruel circumstances where wildlife salt licks and water-holes became targets for ecological poisoning. These elephants survive on these natural water sources and salt-pans in Hwange National Park, as well as in the entire Kavango Zambezi (KAZA) Transfrontier Conservation Areas. Below is a photo of a natural water source that wildlife such as elephant population depends on for drinking water in Hwange National Park. Hwange National Park is found in a dry ecological region 5, characterised by erratic rainfall with few sources of water that wildlife depends on. These water sources are targets for cyanide and led poisoning by poachers. As I write, eight fresh elephant carcasses have been discovered in Hwange National Park in cyanide poisoning (Saturday Herald, 12 October 2013). This is the worst chemical poaching disaster ever recorded in Zimbabwe's history.The trend is not confined to Zimbabwe alone in these circumstances, but the entire region and across Africa. Ivory estimated to weigh more than 23 tonnes, a figure that represents 2,500 elephants, was

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ON the anticipated and actual impacts of the successful co-hosting of th the 2013 UNWTO 20 Session of the General Assembly.

Our co-hosting of the UNWTO was a remarkable success: firstly; it reaffirmed our leadership in the global tourism sector. Secondly; it conferred on Zimbabwe the chairmanship of the sixth regional commissions which all under the UNWTO structure, namely the Commission for Africa. Thirdly; it demonstrated that we as a nation are capable of tourism business leadership. More recently we have been asked to continue with our presidency of the African Travel Association which had actually expired.

“The African Travel Association is one of the largest continental associations promoting intra-African trade and tourism trade with the USA”

When we participated in the UNWTO, we had actually been ranked 133 out of 135 in terms of attractiveness and this was based on perception. To date there has been no review of this ranking. Furthermore, the recent recognition of our President in being invited to chair SADC and then lead initially in a deputy capacity the African Union (AU) Bureau and then to subsequently take over the AU presidency in 2015 is an affirmation of improved perceptions.

On infrastructural developments resulting from the UNWTO event.

The Victoria Falls has defiantly been transformed; airport and roads upgrade was and continues to be implemented in the city of Victoria Falls a s well as electricity distribution and transmission. Water reticulation was enhanced and the city also achieved full cyber --- status during this period. We are determined to continue to close the infrastructural gap and modernise the Victoria Falls by bringing in the hotels and amenities which can elevate us to the level of Niagara Falls.

It is noteworthy that the Niagara Falls is a $30 billion dollar (USD) BUSINESS WHILST THE Victoria Falls on both sides of Zimbabwe and Zambia is a $1 dollar (USD) billion business. Our ability to close this gap hinges on infrastructural development and we are calling on all investors including the Church to help us in developing the Victoria Falls into a prime tourist destination.

On the values underpinning the Ministry

“I would like to refer you to Isaiah 60:11; one of the key resolutions of the UNWTO GA related to visa openness, liberalisation and air connectivity. Isaiah

60:11 is today an interpretation of opening up our country to that wealth which flows as a result of policies which allow for visa openness. If we look at the Queen of Sheba and her visits to King Solomon, we find that she never went there empty handed; likewise today whenever head of states visit Zimbabwe they always pledge their support for the country. The global tourism sector is therefore, dependant on the ability of the world to globalise and facilitate travel. Another key value would also be hospitality”.

On ongoing focus areas to strengthen tourism

Firstly, one of our biggest challenges has been that of perception; our nation has suffered from negative stereotypical perceptions which have hindered tourism flows but we believe that the co-hosting of the 2013 UNWTO GA helped shift biased and inaccurate perceptions in our favour. Secondly, we must seriously interrogate the issue of open policy which allows the reduction of barriers to travel. Thirdly, we require enhanced and advanced connectivity to source markets through viable airlines including our very own Air Zimbabwe.

On national capacity to accommodate a larger influx of tourism

I would say at the present moment we do not have the requisite capacity, however, that in itself is not a deterrent because the fact that we do not have the capacity for the desired tourist influx represents an opportunity for investment.

On the key strategies to strengthen tourism

The launch of our National Tourism Policy is one of our key strategies, followed by our Tourism Master Planning agenda and then our Domestic Tourism Campaign with its various sub elements ranging frm medical tourism, township tourism, religious tourism etc.

On the Ministries support of local initiatives to boost tourism

We as a Ministry depend on the facilitative role and enabler work of other Ministry's.Having said that we are involved in community based tourism (CBTS) enterprises and we are pleased to announce that the UNWTO has released $80 000 USD to support women and youth in the CBT's. We will initially focus on the women and youth in the Victoria Falls. Other projects of interests involve eco-agricultural tourism which involves an inquiry into which farms before the land reform programme had tourism licences and relicense them. Furthermore, there

It is indeed a privilege to be granted an interview with the Honourable Minister Walter Mzembi: one immediately gets the distinct impression even from a brief encounter with the Minister that he is a man of action and progress, sharply intelligent and analytical, someone you would defiantly want to have in your conner because he carries a drive and confidence that says “winning is our only option”. Yet still with an integrity, discipline and compassion which emanates from a reverence of God; a rare but delightful combination of a Godly character and earnest desire to see the success of the ministry that has been entrusted wit.

It is wonder that in his capacity has been invited and listed with the Johannesburg Speakers Bureau which has conferred on him the status of being a listed an international speaker giving motivational speeches across the world in the field of politics, tourism and Africa in general. In addition he was elected to be the Patron of the “Africa Must Think” series based on lecture titled “Africa might be broke but we are not poor” which he delivered to the Institute of Cultural Diplomacy in Germany four years ago. Of his arguments was and continues to be that Africa is operating below its potential. This is very befitting from the Minister who continually seeks to expand the potential in him and in those around him. Please read on as the Minister responds to the following questions;

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are new products like mining tourism which can help us to showcase our mining industry particularly in the gold and diamond sector. I believe that the cutting and polishing process should be a tourism product- even from the extractive stage.

On the relevance of the ZIMASSET policy to the Tourism sector

The tourism sector is actually captured under the beneficiation and the value addition cluster. However, Zim Asset in its current form is a management reference tool for public managers and i believe that going forward, we must simplify it for public consumption and use. Moses had a long complicated conversation with God in Mount Sinai and when he climbed down, he was armed with only Ten Commandments that still govern us today.

On predictions by the ZimAsset that tourism will record a growth rate of 9,3 percentg by 2015.

It is going to do so, on the back of the redefinition of the tourism products, which will now capture other new products such as religious tourism, township tourism, historical and liberation tourism, educational tourism, health tourism, Diasporas tourism and business tourism (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions). We are currently occupied with developing institutional frameworks in the Ministry and in the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) for implementation in the first quarter of 2014. We want to ensure that the prisons like Gonakudzingwa where our liberation fighters were incarcerated become well renowned tourists attraction centres including even they lived in the then African townships of Highfield.

On the significance of extension of the duty dispensation on tourism products.

The duty free dispensation is Government's own contribution to the recapitalisation of the tourism sector through duty savings of up to 100%.

On the January ultimatum on foreigners.

This pack and go directive emanating from a source government, is contrary to the spirit of Pan-Africanism in which we are promoting the philosophy of Africa for Africans. We are respecting the boundaries created by the partition of Africa

through the Berlin conference to the extent that we are failing to register progress even in the area of the implementation of the SADAC UNIVISA. The pronouncement itself contradicts the biblical chapter in Isaiah 60:11, which i have alluded to earlier on. How do our gates open day and night if they are travel barriers? Not only does the ultimatum sound xenophobic but it is a very dangerous proposition which could easily attract retaliatory behaviour to our 3 million or so citizens in the Diaspora who are engaged in similar activities. An eye for an eye will leave the world blind. Our memory could not be that short to the extent that we forget the contribution of Africa in the liberation of Zimbabwe in the first instance including Nigeria, which post independency facilitated the purchase of Zimpapers. Just recently, many of the Africans and the Asians, like the Chinese, held fort and filled up these shops with goods and services at our lowest point 2007-2008 and gave a continuing semblance of commerce in the country. If there is mischievous behaviour among them, which has been brought to our attention in the form of demand for 'key' 'goodwill' and exorbitant rents in some of the asserts they have acquired in the Gulf and other areas they must be dealt with in the context of the law including strengthening the rent board to intervene. You therefore cannot give investment marching orders when you are desperately looking for it.

On the upcoming 2014 tourism events

Well in 2014 we can certainly look forward to the Carnival, Sanganai and Asambeni. Conferencing business is also big on our agenda and we have the Routes Africa Summit Convention of African Airlines taking place in June, the Africa Blood Transfusion Congress and the SADC Summit in August, Church Conferences should also be captured by us and we must take a direct interest in things like arrivals to church conferences.

On air traffic as a critical tourism enabler

51% of the world's arrivals do so by air so it is important to have our viable national carrier a this also enables us to localise products.

ConclusionIt is important to us that we position tourism in a spiritual sense because it has a spiritual foundation. We value our stakeholders including the church as Christian values are reflective of what our society represents in general. YL


P: What I wear is an outward expression of the person inside on the outside. I would inspire ladies to show the inner person of themselves on the outside through clothes they wear, thus freedom to be you.

We define success differently depending on the person. Some people might look at you and say you are a success. What do you think of that, do you think you have achieved the goals you have set for yourself or are there more in store?P: A lot more is still in store. Having to be in the industry for two years and the experience I had I believe I have improved and achieved a lot in a short space of time. But there is still room to achieve as my ambition is to cross seas and oceans to be recognised internationally, travelling to France, London and so on.

Petreace is a world class fashion house which produces high quality clothing, jewellery, bags, shoes, hats for male, female and children. We also offer venue decorations. The products offered are uniquely designed to suit the customers' needs and desires from Afrocentric, Eurocentric, Asian and Culture combination categories.

Clothing: From High quality clothing, ranging from African, formal, casual, sport, wedding to film clothing as per customer needs. Designer, artistic clothing are provided to show our uniqueness at reasonable cost.

Venue Decorations: We do venue decoration in accordance with our customers' needs and desires. We offer African theme décor, western theme décor and many décor themes.

Stage deco, floor décor, floor décor, tables and chairs décor, roof décor and exterior venue décor is offered.

Jewellery:PETREACE Jewellery ranges from African, European and cultural fusion jewellery, Earrings, bracelets, necklaces are offered in large and small quantities. Wooden beads, soft stone are some of the raw materials used to produce our jewellery. Bags: well-designed high quality houte couture bags as per customer's demand.

AchievementsThe PETREACE label represented itself at the 2011 OK Grand Challenge fashion show. We designed clothing for Irvine Chickens and National Foods Company for advertising purposes. We also participated at the Queens of catwalk by designing clothing for models and venue decorations which was based on an African theme (Proudly African).

Petreace FashionsSling bags, hand bags, satchels, laptops bags, are in pure leather, batik material, drill and other fabric types that may be suitable for our bags.Hats: from cocktail hats, cultural hats, top hats, sun hats to caps and formal hats for male and female both for adults and kids. (Skin friendly fabrics are used to produce the hats.) YL

WHERE did your career start to take off, and how has it grown to where you are now?P: It has been two years now, starting last year in January. To a greater extent I believe I have been successful since I am a young designer among already established households. To add to that regard, I designed for the OK Grand Challenge, Castle Tankard, Hifa and with Tapfuma Gutsa we designed for the Mulanga Exhibition in Harare and Victoria Falls. Recently I have designed clothes that were worn at the Carnival queen pageant.

What is your passion in life?P: Art and fashion

Who is your role model?P: Coco Channel, she is a fashion designer and model at the same time. Like me she began her career in fashion in her early 20years, worked hard as a young lady, you know how it is for young women to make a name for yourself. So, that's where I draw my inspiration. Here, Joyce Simani, has worked hard and she owns a shop at Sam Levy.

How was the transition from your degree to the fashion industry?P: (Sighs!) Okay, it was not easy; I faced a lot of challenges. Especially here in Zimbabwe there was/is misconception on the difference between a fashion designer and a tailor. So most people did not understand what I was doing. I had to demystify the two by telling people who does what and this. Embarking in the fashion industry was not easy as I had to make a footprint in the market at an early stage, especially competing with already well-known designers. It was hard to be noticed at first, but now things are well.

What is the difference between a fashion designer and a tailor?P: A fashion designer is a trend setter, designing a new creation, whereas a tailor is someone who makes the clothes. Designers have their own cloth lines, labels as opposed to tailors.

Can you give us a bit of history about your Company?P: We are two years old. We design and make clothes for everyone, women, men, boys or girls. Classy of high quality, designing clothes from casual to formal, wedding gowns, hand bags and jewellery.

Any experience you got you got you can share?P: Humbling and exiting that is all can say

What motivates you to be who you are and succeed in what you do?P: A fashion designer is a trend setter, designing a new creation, whereas a tailor is someone who makes the clothes. Designers have their own cloth lines, labels as opposed to tailors.

What attributes do you think make women beautiful?P: Inner beauty. It is the most important thing and expresses oneself from within, that's what I believe makes a woman beautiful.

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the goings on in terms of distribution. Spinnalong used to be around before I began my studies. I don't know if Metro is still around, not sure.

Q | Song connected to?A | I am connected to all my songs, but I will tell you this, Hello, I love it. Love and Laughter as well because it has a unique feel to it, having a retro sound a beautiful song I tell you.There is a song I feel also attached to having a sentiment to it because I composed it for my mother. I haven't seen her in ages, she is in Canada. I wrote Mama especially for her.'Africa' is a song I wrote for the lovely continent which speaks to reinforce the truth that Africa is the cradle of man-kind, I believe all humanity started in Africa, a place everyone calls home. Rwendo Rwedu is especially for my fiancée – promising her that I was going to come back home. There are a couple of remixes there, the track Love and Laughter I sang it with a lovely lady from Brazil , the idea being to mix cultures and appeal to various nationalities. Remember next year (2014) we are having World Cup so had to mix Spanish, Shona and English to reach a wider audience. It is a beautiful track.

Q | Any local artist who inspired you?A | Oliver Mtukudzi…TUKU!!! Number one fan, I listen to his music and whilst I am here I am trying get to do a song with him. Fortune Muparutsa, a wonder to ponder upon – loved his voice, a greater producer, loved the way he 'heard' music and how he managed to put it up portraying it so natural. Soul Child as well. I have come to be open minded opening up to kinds of music; pop, rock etc. to get myself exposed to different genres, so that I can also enrich my reactivity in composing my material with the objective to communicate to different people and as well to be received by them.

Q | Do you use Local Instruments when composing your Music?A | Mbira, Marimba and the universal acoustic guitar especially on the song Africa to give it that African ambience, to reverberating the vibe of the continent. As well the ngoma (African Drum).

Q | Any Local Collabos?A | I have done collaborations with Jonah Sithole (CBZ Academy 2008 winner), with Kazz from BK and Kazz. Shashe, now based in the States. People out there do know my Music and really appreciate it.

Q | Memorable moments in your career?A | When my producer alluded to me if we could do a track and I had been waiting for him for five years to just say dude you got an awesome voice. It is really expensive to do even for a single song with him. It got better when he allowed me to do my thing on that song, it was awesome and I do look forward to do make more memorable moments.

Q | How do you market your Music?A | Social Media has helped me a lot; it has been that 'main guy' you go to. I can communicate with a lot of people without geographical constraints. The government has done extremely well with IT infrastructure development. Two years ago I chocked because I could not get online without experiencing bad connection. As you may know the music industry is a tough one, with social media integrating it in my marketing plan I am able too do whatever I want to get my music out there. I wish the government continue to do what they are doing in terms of the IT infrastructure.

Q | GoalA | To get the Music out there. I am an introvert person, not like that person who can shout '…Hey there I am Tinashe Makura'. Even though I am like that but I like also to be recognized and appreciated for my music and the message I put across. Yes, my go is to get my music to be recognized and appreciated out there.

Q | Advice to other upcoming artistsA | Never give up! You have to believe in your own potential for others to believe in what you produce. You are the only person who is able to make your material to be heard by using anything that is disposable to you. Use social media; YouTube, facebook, tweeter etc. and be consistent in uploading your stuff. Zimbabwe artist should be able to appreciate other local artists thus in return creating a wonderful community YL

Q | us who is Tinashe Makura?A | Tinashe is an afro-pop musician, with an interest in photography, driven by passion and compassion for humanity.

Q | Was music from Childhood or you picked it up in Malaysia?A | I was or am raised in a musical family. My father who passed on, was a pastor and able to play the piano and so as my mother as well. My sister is or used to be a musician, she stopped after getting married. If you know the Gospel Trumpet, she was the lead singer. My young brother known as H2O is a musician as well on the house tip.

Q | When did you start your career in music?A | I met some friends whist studying in Malaysia who where are well known there. They got me to start playing for jingles for advertising, as they liked my voice. I even sang jingles for big companies like the BMW, Mercedes Benz, Petranos etc. I had a chance to perform at the F1 Grand Prix at that time. I used to perform with a band during weekends whilst doing my studies there. That's how I managed. It came about when I was about to come home, with this nostalgic feeling about my motherland that I felt I needed to express my feelings towards my nation. At that moment it was kind of a sweet thing to know that you are coming to a place where you call home, even though Malaysia had been my home for almost 7 years. We started to work on a song with my producer called Africa, a single and he loved the track, as we used to talk a lot about Zimbabwe, how lovely Zimbabwe peeps are. If you would compare with Malaysian people they are different from us as they are a more reserved people. Here in Zimbabwe everyone is in a way, always looking out for each other. For instance, when you seem lost and need directions to a place and if you ask a stranger, you can easily be directed without any constraints or form of payment. Even if one runs out of a basic stuff, salt for instance, can easily ask your neighbor and be assisted. That's the beauty of learning one's or other's cultures and sharing yours.

We did the song Hello which was after my producer came to Zimbabwe in November and was released in January 2013. In July that's when he said, (imitating voice) 'Tinashe can we just do a video for Hello?'. At that time I was here in Zimbabwe and I had to save money you know, to go back again. I shared my passion with him on producing a well polished and international standard of an artwork, moving away from the mediocre that Zimbabwean music can not match international standards, as I wanted to do the best quality stuff at least for our music as Zimbabweans to be appreciated.

So the guy was like let's do that and see if people will appreciate it and put a standard into it and conjure others to do quality musical works.I have been to the Emirates, to the UEA with Arabic music playing. With likes of airlines flying here and out, we had also to plan in mind to have our music to be played in these airlines, showing and sharing our culture which is the tourism aspect.A lot of people in Malaysia know my music. They even know what Hello in Shona it is 'Makadii' because of the song.

Q | What do you call your genre of music?A | Afro-pop. An African fusion with Pop music.

Q | Currently, what material have you been working on?A | I have been wrapping up an album entitled 'Hello' a follow up album to the Hello single, and did released and played a single on Star FM (3days ago) before this interview entitled Love and Laughter – a beautiful track produced by an amazing producer Careen Cook.The album is going to be distributed on iTunes to be able to able to sell their music all over the world. Currently distributing it locally is kind of difficult, as I am not well knowledgeable with

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Tinashe dazzles the Sultan of Malaysia. A Zimbabwean musician based in Malaysia, Tinashe Makura, has raised the country's flag high after being honoured for coming up with one of the best musical videos in that country. Makura has performed for the Sultan of Malaysia and was afforded the opportunity to perform at the opening of the Malaysia Grand Prix.

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ShonaSimudzai mureza wedu weZimbabweYakazvarwa nemoto wechimurenga;Neropa zhinji ramagambaTiidzivirire kumhandu dzose;Ngaikomborerwe nyika yeZimbabwe.Tarisai Zimbabwe nyika yakashongedzwaNamakomo, nehova, zvinoyevedzaMvura ngainaye, minda ipe mbesaVashandi vatuswe, ruzhinji rugutswe;Ngaikomborerwe nyika yeZimbabwe.Mwari ropafadzai nyika yeZimbabweNyika yamadzitateguru edu tose;Kubva Zambezi kusvika Limpopo,Navatungamiri vave nenduramo;Ngaikomborerwe nyika yeZimbabwe.

NdebelePhakamisan iflegi yethu yeZimbabweEyazalwa yimpi yenkululeko;Legaz' elinengi lamaqhawe ethuSilivikele ezithan izonke;Kalibusisiwe ilizwe leZimbabwe.Khangelan' iZimbabwe yon' ihlotshiweNgezintaba lang' miful' ebukekayo,Izulu kaline, izilimo zande;Iz' sebenzi zenam', abantu basuthe;Kalibusisiwe ilizwe leZimbabwe.Nkosi busis' ilizwe lethu leZimbabweIlizwe labokhokho bethu thina sonke;Kusuk' eZambezi kusiy' eLimpopoAbakhokheli babe lobuqotho;Kalibusisiwe ilizwe leZimbabwe.

EnglishOh lift high the banner, the flag of ZimbabweThe symbol of freedom proclaiming victory;We praise our heroes' sacrifice,And vow to keep our land from foes;And may the Almighty protect and bless our land.Oh lovely Zimbabwe, so wondrously adornedWith mountains, and rivers cascading, flowing free;May rain abound, and fertile fields;May we be fed, our labour blessed;And may the Almighty protect and bless our land.Oh God, we beseech Thee to bless our native land;The land of our fathers bestowed upon us all;From Zambezi to LimpopoMay leaders be exemplary;And may the Almighty protect and bless our land.

Blessed be the Land of Zimbabwe (Shona: Simudzai Mureza wedu WeZimbabwe; Northern Ndebele: Kalibusiswe Ilizwe leZimbabwe) is the national anthem of Zimbabwe. It was introduced in March 1994 after a nation-wide competition to replace Ishe Komborera Africa with a distinctly Zimbabwean song. The winning entry was a song written by Professor Solomon Mutswairo and composed by Fred Changundega. It has been translated into all three of the main languages of Zimbabwe.

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Administration of the Form TRAS1Tourism operator

· On Internet To Access & Fill In Form Tras1 As Declaration Of Monthly Gross Earnings

· Generates own reportsNB: submit completed TRANS1 form on-line

Authorized Dealer (Bank)

· Originates Form TRAS1 for off-line Tourism Operators

· Endorse Forms TRAS1 from Tourism Operators

NB: submit TRANS1 Form on-line

Reserve Bank and ZTA

· RBZ generates individual and global reports

· Tourism data for BoP reporting

· Tourism data for Tourism satellite Account

· ZTA cross checks 2% levy payments

Roles of Stakeholders in Administration of TRAS Tourism Operators

· Capture all details of gross earnings realised per month and submit Form TRAS1 online

thon the 15 of every month.

· For flexibility and convenience, tourism operators can submit the Form TRAS1 from anywhere e.g. own premises, internet cafes and mobile internet.

· Submit breakdown of received and banked amounts (e.g. cash, transfers, transitory etc).

Authorised Dealers (Banks)

· Originate Forms TRAS1 for tourism operators who are offline or for those without internet.

· Endorse the Forms TRAS1 from tourism operators.

· Submit endorsed Form TRAS1 confirming funds received and banked in the country.

· Generates own reports to enforce compliance by their clients.

Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA)

· Licenses tourism operators and enforces standards in the tourism industry.

BACKGROUND Information In August 2012, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe in consultation with the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) and the Zimbabwe Council for Tourism (ZCT) introduced the Tourism Receipts Accounting System (TRAS), to account for earnings realized in the non consumptive tourism sub-sector.

The Tourism Receipts Accounting System is a web-based appl icat ion for data capturing and communication, which enables non-consumptive tourism operators and Authorised Dealers (banks) to submit monthly returns to the Reserve Bank from anywhere in the world. All tourism operators and amenities as stipulated in Statutory Instrument 106 of 1996 – Tourism (Designated Tourist Facilities) in the non-consumptive subsector are required to declare gross earnings from local and foreign tourists by electronically completing and submitting a Form TRAS1.

TRAS links non-consumptive tourism operators, the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA), Authorised Dealers (banks) and the Reserve Bank.

Key Stake-holders in the Tourism Industry

· Ministry Of Tourism And Hospitality Industry

· Zimbabwe Tourism Authority

· Hospitality Association Of Zimbabwe

· Zimbabwe Council Of Tourism

· Ministry Of Finance

· The Safari Operators Of Zimbabwe

· Ministry Of Environment And Climate Change

· Ministry Of Zimbabwe Statistics

· Ministry Of Parks And Wildlife

Non-Consumptive Tourism Sub-SectorNon-consumptive tourism refers to the intangible elements or recreational activities that do not directly deplete or remove natural resources, such as hospitality services, excursions, boat cruises, rest and relaxation, culture, tours, escape, adventure, photography, video recording and game viewing.

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· Provides database of all registered tourism operators.

· Monitors compliance with all relevant regulations.

· Checks compliance on the payments of the 2% tourism levy based on declarations on submitted Forms TRAS1 by tourism operators.

· Generates own reports for decision making.

Reserve Bank (Exchange Control Division)

· Generates reports on individual and global tourism earnings and receipts.

· Monitors compliance by tourism operators on the monthly submission of the Forms TRAS1.

· Generates tourism data for Balance of Payments (BOP) reporting purposes.

· Generates tourism data that contributes to the national Tourism Satellite Account (TSA).

· Issues accessibility rights (passwords) to all other stakeholders.

· Trains users of the system.

· Maintenance and administration of the system.

Attributes and Advantages of Form TRAS1 The Form TRAS1 has the following attributes:

· Accurate reporting on earnings;

· Effective accounting of export receipts;

· Online processing of returns;

· Easily accessible;

· Quick generation of accurate reports;

· Less cumbersome;

· Adaptable to any policy changes;

· Easy to complete;

· Less costly for the operators;

· Relatively easy to enforce compliance;

· Improved measurement of the contribution of tourism services to the national economy by addressing Government and industry information needs and supporting the Tourism Satellite Account concept;

· Real time statistical figures;

· Separation of domestic and foreign tourism earnings in reporting economic performance of the tourism industry;

· Distinct count of domestic and foreign tourists served; and

· Accurate and up to date database on non-consumptive tourism operators.

Consumptive Tourism Sub-SectorConsumptive Tourism, involves recreational hunting, shooting and fishing to capture or kill of target animals. The animals are hunted for meat, trophy as well as the thrill for the hunt itself.

Consumptive tourism operators include:-

· Safari hunting operators;

· Professional hunters and guides; and

· Taxidermists (processing agents).

Consumptive tourism mainly involves sport- hunting, which is an act of seeking, following, and killing wild animals for consumption or display.

A Tourism Receipts Accounting System Form Number 2 (Form TRAS2) is used to account for export earnings in the consumptive tourism sub-sector.

The Reserve Bank is currently engaged in consultative meetings with the stakeholders in the consumptive tourism industry for the implementation of the Form TRAS2. YL

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buildup and development of inbound tourism in Zimbabwe. Tourism is an increasingly important sector in the economies of the nation. For Zimbabwe, air transport is the principal means by which tourists access the country. Tourism generate substantial income and employment in Zimbabwe whilst it is not possible to attribute this income and employment, directly or indirectly, to the existence of AirZimbabwe, it constitutes however, another powerful contribution to third or more of foreign visitors as tourism expenditure from visitors arriving by air is significant. Domestic tourism has also increased significantly and this can be attributed to the resurgence of AirZimbabwe operations.

AirZimbabwe is an essential component of the nation's economy. With an increase of the Chinese-Zimbabwe economic ties, Air Zimbabwe, with the right strategy and desire is playing a pivotal role as a capacity boost for Zimbabwean economy. With the expectation of the Harare-London route resurgence; this can be a sign of good things for both the airline and the national economy, as it is one of the lucrative routes of Zimbabwe since the British carrier discontinued the service in 2007. Air Zimbabwe has already been steadily capturing traffic from S.A, Dubai and China with a transit stop at South Africa.

Air Zimbabwe's service to regional connections has been vital to the cities, within the region, especially where cities hold a large number of trade fairs. Even relatively small fleet, like Air Zimbabwe's, has had a very substantial economic impact related to concentrating of local business activity, providing short haul Southern Africa connections to the financial and business centers in Harare. As such it has had a wider economic impact, greater that its scale of operations would indicate.

In addition, the national courier does not only support employment directly and in the surrounding areas, but also do so indirectly, in the chain of suppliers providing goods and services. In addition, the incomes earned in these direct and indirect activities generate demand for goods and services in the economy, which further supports employment.

Has an impeccable safety record. According to Aviation Safety Network the company has not had any accidents involving facilities since Air Rhodesia was renamed AirZimbabwe in 1980, apart from the 1984 incident when an A Vinchers 756 D Viscount, registration Z-YN was damaged during repair an accident on the grounds of Harare International Airport – it was withdrawn from service and transferred to the airport fire depart for use as a training aid. YL

AFTER a period of sustained growth in demand for air travel, interrupted only by the event of economic meltdown, AirZimbabwe is now picking itself up. The airline has been looking for new routes, with new services to have fundamental growth overall. There has been need for our nation to recognize the importance of mobility to the social and economic development of our beloved country, Zimbabwe and also in the integration and realization of Africa.

Since the airline has resumed operating some domestic routes, after being grounded in 2012, as well as regional service to Johannesburg on daily basis, has shown great improvements in service and convenience to many and to the nation as a whole. Apart from AirZimbabwe being a long member of African Airlines Association (AAA), it has been complimented by International Air transport Association (IATA) andawarded and endorsedit as one of the best airlines in Southern Africa.

The most important role AirZimbabwe is playing so far is related to the connectivity it has provided; from education mobility, to rising standards of living and quality of life, which allow the Zimbabwe economy and society to flourish. The information and technology sector has benefitted to a tremendous extent due to the connectivity the airliner has brought, even though it is fighting for space in this competitive sector. The nation has managed to keep up-to-date with the IT trends and developments taking place around the world. There is need for us as Zimbabweans to fully support our national carrier to be fully on its feet again and continue to raise the national flag high.

The air transport sector, globally, is evolving rapidly to meet the changing needs of society as a whole, which has quickly been picked up by Zimbabwean people that air travel and leisure is no longer an activity for the privileged few, but rather a widespread experience for the great majority of Zimbabwean citizens. There is need for our country to recognize the importance of mobility to the social and economic development of the nation and also to the integration and realization of Africa. Air Zimbabwe service accessibility has brought regional business interests and to consumers, increase to choice of products and services. The purchasing of Dubai products is creating a demand for air travel between Harare and Dubai, Harare and Johannesburg, in turn vital to regional accessibility as well as economic and social development. The social benefits attributed to cheap fares offered by AirZimbabwe, have contributed to the quality of life in Zimbabwe.

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Routes Africa brought together a wide range of aviation based companies who wished to conduct business to, from and within the African region. It was a meeting of a wide range of aviation who gathered and offered opportunities to meet with some of the world's leading aviation professionals.

As expected, the event put Zimbabwe on map regarding aviation industry as well as suggested ways to improve the national airline. AirZimbabwe is poised to lease more aircraft with an objective of resuscitating services to the UK as well as routes to the buoyant Chinese market.

With the Victoria Falls airport expansion underway, a CAAZ official, Mrs. A. J. Hungwe, confidently assured, “The expansion project is adequately funded with $150million in place and the 4km runway will be done mid-year 2015.” With the airport expansion it gives the planned additional regional and international air links plus continued upgrade of town's hotel inventory, means Zimbabwe is becoming more attractive for tourist and event organizers. With an improved infrastructure at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is expected to triple airlines coming into the country by 2018.

Low-cost carrier Fastjet announced at the event that it will continue its international network expansion with the launch of a twice weekly link between its Dar es Salaam base in Tanzania and the capital of Zimbabwe, Harare. Speaking to this writer at the event, Richard Bodin, the carrier's Chief Commercial Officer, confirmed the carrier's positive aspirations. He said that the carrier is going to new heights as they intend to target new markets and new sectors of people who haven't considered flying in their lives.

“We do have plans to develop further in Zimbabwe,” Mr. Bodin said, “We see Victoria Falls as a strong potential destination as well as seeing other routes in to Zimbabwe and indeed out of Zimbabwe across the region.”

As if the Africa's low cost airline wasn't enough, FlyAfrica is commencing operations between Zimbabwe and South Africa on the 17th of July with 90% of their seat capacity already booked. The FlyAfrica operation in Zimbabwe is a joint venture between the local infrastructure company, Nu.Com and the wider private equity aviation investment group, FlyAfrica Ltd which is expected to open up four country bases across Africa as it develops a pan-African aviation network. These will operate with a fleet of Classic Boeing 737 equipment, the Zimbabwean business having already taken delivery of its first 737-500, one of five of the type purchased from Czech Airlines. Chairman of the FlyAfrica.com, Proffesor Karase, confirmed. “We believe that low fares are vital in developing trade and tourism for Zimbabwe and we are proud to be part of the low fare revolution.”

The organisers came up with attractive packages during and after the event for the delegates. Locals did also benefit as a selling platform was in place for them to exhibit and sell their different artefacts. The platform was positioned in such a way that when delegates made their way to the dinner tent would have time to look and buy hand made crafts. Speaking to the chairman of the Busy Island Curio Market, Dumile Mpofu, said that they were delighted to be given an opportunity to showcase and sell their products, “We are grateful to be offered such an opportunity apart from not constantly being contacted during the event, however we do have a standing relation with ZTA,” he said. YL

ZIMBABWE'S credentials as an attractive destination are legendary, in the form of Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe, successfully hosted the Routes Africa 2014 edition. The ninth edition of the much-anticipated event; a 2 day Strategy Summit programme including 20 high level speakers, lived to be the must attend event for aviation organisations across the African region. The event had seen unprecedented enthusiasm from exhibitors and visitors alike amid indications of increased business for the aviation industry and tourism industry.

The event was overwhelming with over 350 delegates, 40airlines, 50 airport authorities and 30 tourism authorities descending on the Victoria Falls. This turned the town into a hub for delegates and the like to do business on how they can effectively look at ways of opening new services and expanding their operation opportunities within the region, as well as the African continent.

An address on the official opening day by Vice-President Amai Joyce Mujuru, invited the aviation industry to contribute to the reviving of the economy of Zimbabwe. Addressing the delegates the Vice President said, “Hosting of Routes Africa was to accord you, decision-makers in the civil aviation and tourism sectors, an opportunity to experience our country products... The tourism industry has tremendous potential to contribute to economic growth in Zimbabwe, and indeed in fellow African states.” The Vice-President also said that the conference had also provided foreign carriers with an opportunity to assess the country`s attractions, viability and potential as this information is crucial for them when they decide to introduce flights from various source markets.

With Zimbabwe's tourism on the recovery path, Routes Africa 2014 event was a lucrative market in attracting foreigners to this beautiful nation. Zimbabwe has managed steady growth in arrivals over the past two years, from 1 million to 2.3 million visitors last year. Hosting of the Routes Africa gave the country the link to connectivity as a tourism destination for the international community and ideas on how to transform the country into a regional world class transport and communication hub.

Honourable Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Engineer Walter Mzembi, at the summit said that, “The Routes event is part of our mass strategy to connect to the rest of the world aiming to attract more visitors.”

Of particular importance was the opportunity for the delegates to be updated on the Visa Facilitation issue. Visa free travel did work remarkably for the UNWTO General Assembly between Zimbabwe and Zambia as it facilitated movement during the event. There was a call for the countries belonging to the KAZA to implement uni-visa facilitation, with Zimbabwe and Zambia providing the pilot scheme. Visa facilitation is multi-purpose; it increases competitiveness within the region, encourages multi-visitation and longer stays, and increases government revenue.

He also noted that the visa on arrival policies or issuing of online-visa needs to replace traditional procedures. The summit was also informed between 2013 and 2014 all regions of the world benefited from African countries who substituted traditional visa requirements for visa on arrival policies.

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Attending the festive for the second time, a case in point that has left some of us want to visit Germany, is the collaboration of Jamarama band with our sister Tariro neGitare (videolink). Their perfomance left a lot of the audience drooling for more, no wonder they got the repeat of it after Freshly Ground 'mysterious' absenteeism for the final show.

The week was not without its controversies as protesters and some parts of the media tried to get the play 'Lovers in Time' which re-imagines the spirit mediums trajectory if they had not been executed during the First Chimurenga struggle.The controversy was focused on the portrayal of Mbuya Nehanda and Sekuru Kaguvi as transgender as well as white Zimbabweans in their reincarnations. Mbuya Nehanda and Sekuru Kaguvi were stalwarts of Zimbabwe's liberation struggle and they inspired the generation of Zimbabweans who finally freed Zimbabwe from the shackles of colonialism. As such some sections of Zimbabwean society did not take to kindly or appreciate the artistic merit of the play. It did get the directors great publicity and it was only because of the controversy that most #twimbos ended up attending the play.

I will skip most details of polished energetic acts from kodjo as well breathtaking final show as well ....... a hilarious presenter from south Africa who made people to take swart positions and pretend they have a pencil between their buttocks and pretend to draw on the ground as music was belted out, reason, Africans dance with their bums; to the after party at the coca-cola stage. This requires its own paragraph.

Such an infectious genre it has become which left the Telecel main stage arena without audience during fireworks as the black and white folks battled to get out and cascade into the Coca-Cola area; yes white peeps as well; to position themselves to the contagious and organic Zimdancehall. True, heard me 'write', the audience where sucked in to the Zimdancehall vortex which I believe most visitors are still reeling in. Platinum Prince has a confident flow that immediately commands your attention from the get go. His energy was as transferable as the audience vibed along to his creative, clear and at times poignant rhymes. For his live performance he was accompanied by a flawless live band that was reminiscent of live Jamaican band. With follow up acts from Lady Squander, Killer T, Ricky Fire; as well the act most youths were waiting for, Dhadza Dee. Believe me, nodding their heads, revelers agreed to the value of their money. I have seen energetic performance, but for the first time this was a five star act. Kudos to the Directors of HIFA for recognizing this genre because as I have learnt, Zimdancehall is a form of gateway for ghetto youths from the scourge of poverty as they lyrically tell their story through street lingo and acquire a way of living.

With musical promoters around the world invited to this year event, HIFA presented an infused opportunity for local artists to meet up with them, to have an opportunity to be exposed or to be identified.http://www.hifa.co.zw/ YL

NOT just was a set of gigs, visual arts, fashion and Carl Joshua but a cultural outing. A paradigm shift event endeavoring to edify cultural vibes and always cognizant to embrace different personalities, HIFA- Harare International Festival of Arts week has gone, but still SWITCHed ON to the indescribable event of 2014.

HIFA a cultural festival event that has been voted by Cablenetwork as one of the best 7 festive destination in Africa – which makes Zimbabwe a cultural tourism destination. Yet again the arts festival event stood to its opulence once again, a standing ovation the event deserves. Zimbabwe the need to' Switch On' on how to identify as a country is vital and need not to be coy about such kind of events bringing the nation to the limelight. As the former mayor of Harare, Muchadeyi Masunda, did wisely put it, at the HIFA-Bank ABC press conference, that, “…We need to sing more of our achievement as a nation.”Once seen as an elitist festival, HIFA has had 15years milestone in improving cultural mainstreaming, catapulting artists who have something to say about ourselves in sadness and happiness times; in war and in peace and on societal experiences. HIFA, an event that has only positive associations, was born out of the great Zimbabwean spirit; upholding national pride that has become envied by many, that could not possibly be suppressed by any of the gnawing challenges this country in the many years the event has existed. Concrete on women, this year the event encouraged them to be switched on. The belief is everywhere that where women are involved, the world is involved.

This year showed a change of demography attending the event with many Zimbabweans jovially coming to the festive in large numbers. After several weeks revelers waiting for HIFA, the event was defiantly worth the wait and it was full of surprise. Over 1 600 artists from Cote D'ivoire, Germany, China, USA, Malawi, UK, DRC, Ireland, Indonesia to mention a few descended upon Harare Gardens and various spots in the capital city and did served its purpose to provide a 'buffet' of arts and culture for revelers to whet their insatiable appetites. Artists did fully embraced the 2014 'Switch On' theme – as most, if not all, were 'ignited' putting out sterling performances that left the audience yearning for more.

The highlight of the HIFA for me was a play entitled 'The Gods They Have Built For Us.' It stands as probably the best, most engaging, thought provoking, enthralling and enlightening live theatre experiences I have had in the last couple of years. It reminded me of how much I loved and missed theatre. Other highlights included the opening ceremony which featured acrobats, b boy dancers, the legendary Oliver 'Tuku' Mtukudzi, The Cool Crooners and Steve Dyer. As the HIFA week progressed I was pleasantly surprised by Zimababwean Hip Hop artist Synik live set, UK based Malawian Standup comedian Daliso Chiponda, Belarusian solo guitarist Maneli Jamal, South African musician Toya Delazy and German reggae /jazz fusion band Jamarama.

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many of us are aware that the ZIWA National Monuments in Manicaland date back to the Stone Age period? I believe it is equally important for our own people, both adults and children, to know and visit these sights.” He went on to give an idea on how domestic tourism can be achieved, “Perhaps the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality should launch a 'Know Your-Zimbabwe' campaign to facilitate visits to, and knowledgeable of our country's notable sights.”

The awards became more applicable when the Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Mzembi received a personal medal of honour as an academician of the European Tourism Academy for his contribution to tourism growth in Zimbabwe. The council finds the minister outstanding in showcasing efficient action in global tourism affairs. Engineer Mzembi's award was based on his extensive contribution to the tourism sector, being a knowledgeable person, a great political cadre who puts his enthusiasm and efforts in bettering the nation and the world. The success of hosting the UNWTO GA did put an icing to the award, which led professor Caragea to adore him saying results counts for Mzembi, “A great job in marketing Zimbabwe.”

Upon receiving the award the Minister of Tourism and Hospitality acknowledged his first pillar President Mugabe, who he thanked for his support and encouragement, especially when all seemed unbearable to host the UNWTO GA and did sort the council of the President and was told, “Any vision worth of heaven will experience an attack from hell”, and continued to say surely he was indeed indebted to him. Among other contributors to his and the ministry's success, the Minister was grateful to Zimbabwe Tourism Association, Zimbabwe Tourism Council and other tourism players whom he called a family. The Minister praised his wife and family, whom he dedicated the award to, for their relentless support.

Professor Caragea presented the Best 2014 Tourism Destination to Honourable Deputy Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Walter Kananga. A well befitting award for the nation as it has made strides in attracting holidaymakers to the land locked country. The ECCT praised Zimbabwe's peaceful environment, natural treasures and cultural legacy, which makes it "the perfect African destination". YL

A multilingual opening prayer from Rev. Dabasangi and a spiritually, good-timely, catchy, passionate and heartfelt song -'Our Zimbabwe'; from the Celebration Choir, led by Pastor Bonnie Deutschle, continued to play for Zimbabwe's good fortunes at a conferment ceremony held recently at the Harare International Conference Centre to honour the nation as the “The Best Tourism Destination for 2014” and “The Favourite Cultural Destination for 2014” from the European Council on Tourism and Trade.

The ECTT presented two awards to President Mugabe in recognition of Zimbabwe's appeal as a major tourism destination. Speaking at the awards before handing The World's most Preferred Cultural Destination award to the Minister of Sports, Culture and Recreation Minister, Andrew Langa, ECCT president, Professor Anton Caragea, said that “It is a privilege for all mankind to salute the majestic of Zimbabwe in uniting Southern African legacy...”, an expression well received by the attendees, “...to share good news that Africa has re-birthed herself in harmonising a true culture.” Culture remains a pride to Zimbabweans as Minister Langa received the award bestowed on Zimbabwe.

His Excellency, President R.G. Mugabe noted that he was pleased to receive such awards, “I am indeed proud that the iconic physical tourist attractions we have in the country, that include the Victoria Falls, the Eastern Highlands, Mana Pools, the Exfoliated Hills in Matebeland, all must have influenced the European Tourism and Trade Council to select, out of 27 other nominated countries, Zimbabwe as winner of the Best Destination Award.”

He went on to hint that, “ It is our capacity to give tourists from all corners of the world access to all our country's natural features, the opportunity afforded tourists to explore nature in its ecological environment which must have also strongly contributed to the ETTC's decision to grant us the awards we are receiving today.”

Winning of these awards prompted the president to encourage domestic tourism, “Indeed, countrymen, the winning of this award should be a wake up call to all of us to realize the many historical treasures that we own.... How

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food debris. Take over the counter medication for pain. A topical anaesthetic (pain killer) may be applied for temporary relief of pain. See dentist as soon as possible.

Loss of Permanent toothRinse tooth gently, DO NOT hold by root end. Try to reinsert the tooth into the socketIf you cannot slot in the tooth back in the socket, place in a container of milk and see the dentist within an hour.

Foreign object in earDO NOT probe the ear with any tool. DO NOT attempt to remove the foreign (unknown) object by probing with a cotton swab, matchstick or any other tool. Try using gravity. Tilt the head to the affected side to try dislodge the object.

If the foreign object is an insect only then you can try use oil. Tilt the head of affected side upwards. Try to float the insect out by pouring mineral oil, olive oil or baby oil into the ear. The oil should be warm but NOT HOT. As the oil is poured you can straighten the ear canal by pulling earlobe backward and upward in adults and downward and forward in children. Don't use oil to remove any object other than an insect. DO NOT use this method if there is any suspicion of perforation (damage/tear) of the ear drum such as pain, bleeding or discharge from ear. Do not use this method if child has ear tubes in place. If these fail seek medical assistance.

First Aid Tips by Doctor. Makuni YL

BASIC first aid refers to the initial process of assessing and addressing the needs of someone who has been injured or is in physiological distress due to choking, a heart attack, allergic reactions, drugs or other medical emergencies. Basic first aid allows you to quickly determine a person's physical condition and the correct course of treatment. You should always seek professional medical help as soon as you are able, but following correct first aid procedures can be the difference between life and death. Follow our entire tutorial, or find specific advice by checking out the sections listed above.

Many of us work in many different environments. We also live in different settings. We are exposed to many different types of Hazards be it at school and even in our homes. Many people are not familiar with Basic First aid skills. It is essential, as at most times it save lives. People's lives are lost even when instances that need general aid because no one would know what to do at the very onset of an accident.

The first and most important thing is to STAY CALM. Getting hysterical often panics the victim, hinders communication with Emergency Medical Personnel and causes more harm and delay.

When calling for help give:1. Precise location address and telephone number from where you are calling. If address is not known use landmarks, business or cross streets.2. The nature of the Emergency or injury.3. The number of people involved4. Your name5. Ages and gender of victims involved.

Below I have listed some common emergencies and their treatment.

Broken / Dislocated BonesIf victim must be moved immobilize the injured area first. This can be done by applying a splint (a support object). A splint can be improvised by a card board and a bandage. If it's an arm or a leg involved splint the part concerned in the position in which it was found before moving the victim. DO NOT attempt to straighten the limb. Folded blankets or towels around the area can also be used as splints to aid in immobilisation.

Open FracturesFor open fractures, (one where the bone breaks through the skin) It is important to control the bleeding by applying bandages to the affected area or piece of a cloth.

Foreign Body/ Matter in the eyeFlash eye with water or use eye wash kit if available. Examine the eye carefully to see if matter is removable. If it is carefully remove with corner of a folded tissue. If unable to get rid of, seek medical attention.

Nose bleedsSit upright. Pitch nostrils for 5 to 10 minutes. DO NOT blow your nose. If bleeding continues, apply ice pack to bridge of the nose or back of neck, or apply pressure to upper lip. Seek medical attention if bleeding continues.

ToothacheRinse mouth with warm salt water to remove any

“After years of driving on the Bulawayo road from where i live in Warren Park 'D' into town had never thought that an early, chilly Thursday morning my involvement or purpose to humanity was going to be tested and the basic skills which most of us regard as not important; they really were more than the word important itself. Lying motionless, hearing high pitched cries from a crushed car at conner Watermay and Bulawayo road, and discovering that I and my mother were the ones within reach, we had to act quick to save the lives of the man and a woman who had skid off the road. Numb and dumb, not knowing how to assist, I quizzed my mother on taking the couple to nearby Belvedere Medical Centre (BMC24hours), she sternly suggested we had to stop the bleeding first by applying first aid skills to the victims as they were bleeding badly. Luckily we had a first aid kit and unluckily she was by herself in conducting those first aid skills in stopping the blood to continuously gush out, as i was dumbfounded in knowing anything about first aid assistance. The only thing was for me to rush to the Belvedere Medical Centre and request for help, which gladly they responded immediately. Upon arrival my mother had managed to stop some of the bleeding and the paramedics commended her as the victims if they continued to loose much blood, it was going to be fatal.

Since that day I imagine if I were the only person to assist and with no basic skill in saving a life how were they going to survive? I have come to terms with reality that first aid is a prerequisite for every individual; it is by no means a replacement for emergency services, but that it is however, a vital initial step to provide effective and swift action that helps reduce serious injuries and improve the chances of survival of the victim.

Enquiring about the first aid skills from Doctor Makuni, from BMC24hr, he schooled me and managed to share this article for the benefit of you, me and the nation at large”.

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“ party nhasi ohh-ehh! Maoko ari mudenga kuita kenge muclass…!” Became the chants of students as they closed schools, belting out Zimdancehall songs which have become the genre of music of youngsters. Some are educative (Mafira kureva – Winky D) and some eish! Like that one…, ear sore, won't mention examples because 'Mumota munozobvira'. To this effect of schools closing, Good Hope Academy, a local private collage, consulted us, YeduLani (Your Zimbabwe) team, to assist them in organizing a one day educational school trip for their students. Their endeavor was/is, apart from equipping students with theoretical stuff; to encourage excursions which enable them to get first hand information as well marvel at the beauty of the nation. Honestly speaking one place came to our minds as we brainstormed, one that is a value to their money, which leaves one yearning for more, stimulating one's sensual feelings to beg to return to absorb God's wonderful craftiness. That place is none other than Bally Vaughan Animal sanctuary/Game reserve-Mwanga Lodge. A strong conservation theme runs throughout the school,

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The mane, “like your teacher's beard (Mr. Pelesi's)”, helps to protect from neck bites. Like guys they have attractive looks which are naturalBiggest lion is 2 ½ meters weighing 250 kgs – 300 kgs compared to the tiger which is 3 meters long and 300 kgs in weight.Lions the biggest safari cat, sees six times more than humans even in pitch darkness make use of the little light given by the stars. Nature has a way of balancing the ecosystem. For the prey, there is high birth rate as compared to the predators. Geography students grinned to some population information here.Apart from mark there is Joshua and Johanna who were rescued in the wild, they are semi-wild unlike Mac whore was born at the sanctuary.

Leopard/Dindingwe The Leopard is a shy animal and it is one animal you would not want to get angry. Males do not partake in the upbringing of cubs. Has same gestation period as lions; one out of 3 survives. The guide stated that there are no records of leopards eating people. Do live were there is a large number of baboons and monkeys. One was killed as Bally Vaughn was built. There are 3meters in length 150-200kgs in weight, consume 3kgs of meat every day.

“Those who have never seen a leopard under favorable conditions in his natural surroundings can have no conception of the grace of movement, and beauty of coloring, of this the m o s t g r a c e f u l a n d t h e m o s t b e a u t i f u l….” Jim Corbett,

Duke/Mhembwe.The kids discovered that they are 16 types in Africa and Zimbabwe has 2 types.

Cotton Eared Marmosets MonkeyOh my world, trust me you will love these fellas, I did. In Zimbabwe we do not have these kind of species, almost related to monkeys but eish! These guys are neh, never in one position, had a difficult time to take a shot. They originate from Brazil and Argentina no wonder Messi is a fast lad. They are 20 types of them. Can be domesticated, clever and can be taught tricks. MARMOSETS are among the numerous small long-tailed South American monkeys. Similar in appearance to squirrels, marmosets are tree-dwelling primates that move in a quick, jerky manner. Claws on all the digits except the big toe aid them in scampering along branches, where they primarily eat insects in addition to fruit, tree sap, and other small animals. Marmosets are active during the day and live in small groups. The gestation period is four to six months, depending on species; twins are the norm, with single births being a b o u t a s c o m m o n a s t r i p l e t s .#VisitBallyVaughan for a #wildlife experience #VisitZimbabwe

Baboons/Gudo.“How does one identify the difference between a baboon and a monkey? akadaro Morelife. Please parents take your children to rural areas if you can't, at least to such kind of animal sanctuaries or make them watch National Geo, because, hey!, they seem more of less life. “Check Check!” Screamed Kumbi one of the students, pointing to the red bum of the baboons. Hilariously, he continued to describe the features of the monkey “…they have blue balls behind…” Oops Kumbi females too?

which resulted in Mwanga lodge Bally Vaughan Animal sanctuary on our top findings. As part of the student's syllabus, an excursion is organized for them to grasp practicality of the subject as well about conservation.

We started off from the School at 8:00 am passing by the balancing rocks in Epworth, sternly conjured by the form 2 geography teacher, to show his students rock outcrop formation, balancing rocks and issues regarding to weathering. The trip was however dampened by the so many road blocks along enterprise road, one officer frustratingly, refused us to pass because “handichiziviba chikororo ichi” (I don't know this school.) After spending almost 30 minutes at the road block we managed to proceed with the children's frivolous mood being dampened. Upon arrival; the school minibus was immediately greeted by the Park Ranger, Patrick, who gave the kids the usual safety talk about what & what not to do, with particular advice on how to behave in the sanctuary enclosure. No hands/legs/heads leaning on the fences.

The group then set off on their tour & all was going well until they got into the Lion Enclosure. Immediately the back-doors of the minibus were flung open and the kids proceeded to hang out of their vehicle waving and shouting at the lions! POPOPOPOPO! Others , Conquering Shumba (lion) Souljah Luv. Lord have mercy.

We were first introduced to Mac, an 11 years old male lion, who only responds to voices he knows. We didn't see much of him in action as he took a slumber lazily under the musasa leaves in his cage. Mac had a twin who died called Ntosh from the founder's name Macintosh. Mac was in a well secured fence, which Patrick the guide jokingly said that the wire maintains friendship.

If I say we had the best guide, that would be an understatement, Patrick is a Rabbi of the wild, your man when it comes to knowing about the animals. We followed like committed 'disciples' paying attentively to the commanding voice of the guide. One student butted in, “What is a prime?” Like a wise old man, Patrick the guide beamed with excitement to show his knowledge to the innocent bunch. The students learnt that, prime is like getting into adulthood, whereby lions are in their most important point in their lives to be responsible either for the pride or for themselves. They only enter their prime at 5 years.

“The lioness lives longer than male ones 11-15 years but in captivity, luckily for Mac, life is much easier just eating and sleeping, no risks of serious battles from contenders for a pride. Fights are serious for pride take over.” Patrick, the guide, purported.

Chantell one of the students quizzed the guide, “Why Mac has a bruised nose?”, the guide explained that it resulted from a fight with Ngozi one of the lions at the sanctuary. Students jotting down hurriedly in their note pads for their English excursion composition learnt that:Males eat first and the remains others share grudgingly resulting in high mortality in cubs.Mac eats 5-8 kg that's why he is fitter than those in the wild. Males get comfort from females in the wild who hunt for them but sometimes do the hunting themselves when they encounter big games.

Patrick came to the rescue and mentioned that only female baboons are in the sanctuary. He pointed to the swell red bums saying that they do that if they are in heat. The students learnt that what happens to female human beings happens to female baboons as well; menstruation, period pains, positioning of breast, breast feeding and weaning etc , though apart from skin lightening creams, however baboons haven't nurtured the art of hygiene.

Servile Cat/NzunzaImagine the only edible cat, made students to feel sick. I heard it's a delicacy, would like to taste one, I have a gift of insatiable appetite. They live on rodents, do not attack humans, no wonder why, and their skins are used to make hats. And the history teacher bellowed describing the one worn by the late Umdhala Wethu, Vice president Joshua Nkomo. She was correct.

Out of the sanctuary we went out to the game reserve, a few kilometers from the sanctuary, Passing mbizi/zebras and two mharas/Gazelles who were squaring up to a fitness exercise. The hype increased as we were beckoned that we will be seeing elephants coming to the water whole to drink and bath. Chipping like monkeys, no wonder why we are somehow related to the primates, most of the students stated to shout Nzou! Nzou! because most of them have the Samanyanga totem. This is the only time, after a while, I have noticed Zimbabweans being proud of their identity. So attached to their totems. Like cattle herding, the elephants where led to where the school minibus was. Screams of excitement from Chihoros (women who share the elephant totem) and Nyamasvisvas (name for males) filled the bus, surprisingly; the elephants also came to the vehicle as if they were acknowledging the praises. A moment that envies every photographer, so close to nature, to the beauty of this majestic beast. For the students this was the climax of their adventure as they disembarked to have a closer look taking snaps of the two Eles Gonzo (24 years) and the other old bull 36 years, forgot the name.

These are two disciplined adults, who consume 18kgs everyday, 6% of their body weight, eating from any height. We were told the tip of the trunk acts as a multi-functional tool, from picking up shrubs, leaves, fruits and so on. Elephants are said to have sharp memory and a good sense of hearing but poor eyesight.

The excursion trip ended at very nice scenery among breathtaking chalets in open air spaces as the boys braaid boerwors and the girls prepared salads in the view of buffaloes and ostriches while teachers talked to Patrick inquiring on bookings for weddings and c h u r c h c o n f e r e n c e s .

We would like to thank both parties, Mwanga safari lodge/Bally Vaughn sanctuary and the Good Hope Academy for making this excursion trip worthwhile for the students as well the behavior of the students.

About Bally Vaughan Sanctuary and Mwanga LodgeSituated just 40km from Harare Bally Vaughan Sanctuary and Mwanga Lodge offers both a home and safe haven for rescued and abandoned animals as well as guest accommodation and activities such as elephant riding, canoeing, game drives and walks. http://zimbabwegamepark.com/ YL


WHAT is jet lag?Jet lag, also called desynchronosis and flight fatigue, is a temporary disorder that causes fatigue, insomnia, and other symptoms as a result of air travel across time zones. It is considered a circadian rhythm sleep disorder, which is a disruption of the internal body clock.

What are other symptoms and signs of jet lag?Besides fatigue and insomnia, a jet lag sufferer may experience a number of physical and emotional symptoms including anxiety, constipation, diarrhoea, confusion, dehydration, headache, irritability, nausea, sweating, coordination problems, dizziness, and even memory loss. Some individuals report additional symptoms, such as heartbeat irregularities and increased susceptibility to illness.Children can also suffer the same jet lag symptoms as adults.

Why does jet lag occur?The cause of jet lag is the inability of the body of a traveller to immediately adjust to the time in a different zone. Thus, when a New Yorker arrives in Paris at midnight Paris time, his or her body continues to operate on New York time. As the body struggles to cope with the new schedule, temporary insomnia, fatigue, irritability, and an impaired ability to concentrate may set in. The changed bathroom schedule may cause constipation or diarrhoea, and the brain may become confused and disoriented as it attempts to juggle schedules.

How does the body keep time?Our bodies have a sort of internal biological clock that follows a 24-hour cycle, called a circadian rhythm. A tiny part of the brain called the hypothalamus acts like an alarm clock to activate various body functions such as hunger, thirst, and sleep. It also regulates body temperature, blood pressure, and the level of hormones and glucose in the bloodstream. To help the body tell the time of day, fibres in the optic nerve of the eye transmit perceptions of light and darkness to a timekeeping centre within the hypothalamus. Thus, when the eye of an air traveller perceives dawn or dusk many hours earlier or later than usual, the hypothalamus may trigger activities that the rest of the body is not ready for, and jet lag occurs.

What is the role of melatonin in jet lag?Melatonin is a hormone that plays a key role in body rhythms and jet lag. After the sun sets, the eyes perceive darkness and alert the hypothalamus to begin releasing melatonin, which promotes sleep. Conversely, when the eyes perceive sunlight, they tell the hypothalamus to withhold melatonin production. However, the hypothalamus cannot readjust its schedule instantly; it takes several days.

Does the direction of travel matter?Yes. Travellers flying north or south in the same time zone typically experience the fewest problems because the time of day always remains the same as in the place where the flight originated. These travellers may experience discomfort, but this usually results from confinement in an airplane for a

long time or from differences in climate, culture, and diet at the destination location. Time differences do not play a role.

Travellers flying east, on the other hand, typically experience the most problems because they "lose" time. For example, on an international flight from Washington, D.C., to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, a traveller loses eight hours. Meals, sleep, bowel habits, and other daily routines are all pushed ahead eight hours.

Travellers flying west "gain" time and usually have an easier time adjusting than eastward travellers. However, they too experience symptoms of jet lag after landing because they still must adjust to a different schedule.

Do the symptoms of jet lag vary in intensity?Yes. People flying across only one or two time zones may be able to adjust without noticeable effects of the time change. Those flying across three or more time zones will likely develop noticeable symptoms of jet lag. Generally, the intensity of symptoms varies in relation to the number of time zones crossed and the direction of travel. People also vary in their susceptibility to jet lag symptoms and the severity of the symptoms.

How long does jet lag last?Recovering from jet lag depends on the number of time zones crossed while travelling. In general, the body will adjust to the new time zone at the rate of one or two time zones per day. For example, if you

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and getting up and out into the early morning sun. If travelling west, try to get at least an hour's worth of sunlight as soon as possible after reaching your destination.

Avoid alcoholDo not drink alcoholic beverages the day before your flight, during your flight, or the day after your flight. These beverages can cause dehydration, disrupt sleeping schedules, and trigger nausea and general discomfort.

Avoid caffeineLikewise, do not drink caffeinated beverages before, during, or just after the flight. Caffeine can also cause dehydration and disrupt sleeping schedules. What's more, caffeine can jangle your nerves and intensify any travel anxiety you may already be feeling.

Drink waterDrink plenty of water, especially during the flight, to counteract the effects of the dry atmosphere inside the plane. Take your own water aboard the airplane if allowed.

Move around on the planeWhile seated during your flight, exercise your legs from time to time. Move them up and down and back and forth. Bend your knees. Stand up and sit down. Every hour or two, get up and walk around. Do not take sleeping pills, and do not nap for more than an hour at a time.

These measures have a twofold purpose. First, they reduce your risk of developing a blood clot in the legs. Research shows that long periods of sitting can slow blood movement in and to the legs, thereby increasing the risk of a clot. The seat is partly to blame. It presses against the veins in the leg,

restricting blood flow. Inactivity also plays a role. It decelerates the movement of blood through veins. If a clot forms, it sometimes breaks loose and travels to the lungs (known as pulmonary embolism), lodges in an artery, and inhibits blood flow. The victim may experience pain and breathing problems and cough up blood. If the clot is large, the victim could die. Second, remaining active, even in a small way, revitalizes and refreshes your body, wards off stiffness, and promotes mental and physical acuity which can ease the symptoms of jet lag.

Break up your tripOn long flights travelling across eight, 10, or even 12 time zones, break up your trip, if feasible, with a stay in a city about halfway to your destination. For example, if you are travelling from New York to Bombay, India, schedule a stopover of a few days in Dublin or Paris. (At noon in New York, it is 5 p.m. in Dublin, 6 p.m. in Paris, and 10:30 p.m. in Bombay.)

Wear comfortable shoes and clothesOn a long trip, how you feel is more important than how you look. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Avoid items that pinch, restrict, or chafe. When selecting your trip outfit, keep in mind the climate in your destination time zone. Dress for your destination.

Check your accommodationsUpon arrival, if you are staying at a hotel, check to see that beds and bathroom facilities are satisfactory and that cooling and heating systems are in good working order. If the room is unsuitable, ask for another.

Adapt to the local scheduleThe sooner you adapt to the local schedule, the quicker your body will adjust. Therefore, if you arrive at noon local time (but 6 a.m. your time), eat lunch, not breakfast. During the day, expose your body to sunlight by taking walks or sitting in outdoor cafés. The sunlight will cue your hypothalamus to reduce the production of sleep-inducing melatonin during the day, thereby initiating the process of resetting your internal clock.When travelling with children, try to get them on the local schedule as well. When travelling east and you will lose time, try to keep the child awake until the local bedtime. If travelling west when you will gain time, wake your child up at the local time.

Use sleeping medications wisely -- or not at allTry to establish sleeping patterns without resorting to pills. However, if you have difficulty sleeping on the first two or three nights, it's OK to take a mild sedative if your physician has prescribed one. But wean yourself off the sedative as soon as possible. Otherwise, it could become habit-forming.

There are also some homeopathic remedies that may be used. A product called No Jet Lag contains homeopathic remedies leopard's bane (Arnica montana), daisy (Bellis perennis), wild chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), ipecac (Cephalelis ipecacuanha), and club moss (Lycopodium).

Valerian root is an herb that can be used as treatment for insomnia. Do not take valerian with alcohol. It is important to consult your physician before taking these or any other homeopathic or herbal remedy.Sleep medications are not recommended for children. YL

crossed six time zones, the body will typically adjust to this time change in three to five days.

What are the best ways to cope with jet lag?There are several home remedies that can help withprevention of jet lag and easier recovery from the symptoms. The following are 12 tips to help travelers to avoid or to minimize the effects of jet lag.

Stay in shapeIf you are in good physical condition, stay that way. In other words, long before you embark, continue to exercise, eat right, and get plenty of rest. Your physical stamina and conditioning will enable you to cope better after you land. If you are not physically fit, or have a poor diet, begin shaping up and eating right several weeks before your trip.

Get medical adviceIf you have a medical condition that requires monitoring (such as diabetes or heart disease), consult your physician well in advance of your departure to plan a coping strategy that includes medication schedules and doctor's appointments, if necessary, in the destination time zone.

Change your scheduleIf your stay in the destination time zone will last more than a few days, begin adjusting your body to the new time zone before you leave. For example, if you are travelling from the U.S. to Europe for a one-month vacation, set your daily routine back an hour or more three to four weeks before departure. Then, set it back another hour the following week and the week after that. Easing into the new schedule gradually in familiar surroundings will save your body the shock of adjusting all at once.

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