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Welcome to yet another exciting edition

of your newsletter, Kariuwa, the home

of the legendary monster and provider

“nyama nyama” . We hope that it is

keeping you abreast of what is happen-

ing in and around your fa-

vourite all time destination,

Kariva.

A lot of things happened

between now and the last

newsletter. It is with regret

that Cecil the lion was shot,

and prompted world wide

outrage , in his death all

attention was focussed on

our country and he even

made it to the Times

Square. We hope that those

responsible, for this will be brought to

justice. August was a rush as we men-

tioned earlier and it saw us become

busier, than ever before, just before the

beginning of the fateful month, we

hosted the 2nd Winter School of Hospi-

tality Association of Zimbabwe. From

there we went on to attend for the first

time the Mashonaland West Agricultur-

al Show and came back to attend the

Kariba Half Marathon. It was an inter-

esting one, and because of construc-

tion at the dam wall, the route was

changed and athletes had to sum their power and climb

the Mica Point Hill and back to make up for the distance

to the dam wall and back. If only Robert Currie and

Sonya McMaster had heard the grumbles and cries by

athletes they would have chosen an easier route.

We are delighted that our warm winter is just past, and

the forests are drying up and the temperatures will soon

be soaring in preparation of the Tiger Tournament,

which will be held from the 14th to the 16th of October.

So it is ideal to get to Kariba, before the skies open up,

this time is ripe for those who enjoy bird viewing, the

trees and bushes are almost bare and the birds can be

seen easily. The animals can also be seen easily as they

gather around the lake shore during the cooler hours of

the day early morning or late noon, elephants can be

seen bathing in mud or taking a plunge in the lake to

cool off, while herds of buffalo , impala and the water

bucks are now common sights along the highway from

Makuti and in Charara. For those opting for the river

elephants in Chirundu are close to tame but those in

Mana are even tamer. With the rising temperatures fish-

ing is on the increase, but those going on the lake,

please note the lake level has dropped down, the Ante-

lope Island tree line is visible so drive your boats careful-

ly and soberly.

Please note Makuti Service Station is not operational at

the moment when it re-opens we will advise you. We

said goodbye to Paridzirai Mhuriro, who finished her

attachment, we will sadly and greatly miss her for her

brimfulness and demeanour, and her good cheer. We

wish her well as she completes her studies, she will con-

tributing to the newsletter, while she is at school.

To end, we would like to thank you for your support, for

your co-operation and for always rallying behind us. We

salute you. Enjoy ..!

August 2015 Edition

Volume 5, Issue 4

“ Kariuwa”

Inside this issue:

Half Marathon 2015 2

Magical Musango Safari 2

HAZ Winter School 2015 3

Picture Story 4

The colourful artistic Harare International Car-

nival is back again, bigger and promises to be

better than previous editions This year’s edi-

tion will be held from 22 to 27 September. But

just what is the carnival..?

The Harare International Carnival is a week

long annual festival that encompasses a series

of events and festivities. It is aimed at advanc-

ing the arts, culture and heritage of Zimbabwe

as well as uniting the populace. It is all about

celebrating diversity, getting communities to-

gether, getting to know one another, in the

love and harmony that builds our country into

a peaceful and promising place for everyone.

Zimbabwe as a country boasts of the rich cul-

tural traditional events which celebrate the

seven wonders of the country in activity, jubila-

tion and color. The week long event, is meant

to prove to the world that we are a peace lov-

ing people and are a happy people said the

Chief Executive of ZTA Mr. Kaseke during the

inaugural carnival.

The carnival has grown to be the must attend

event, and has been dubbed the biggest street

party to ever grace Harare , let alone Southern

Africa. This year’s event has already seen a

number of countries already confirming partici-

pation and more still to confirm. Those that

have attended previous year’s events will not

forget the team from Trinidad and Tobago who

used their brass band to play a local song

“huya uone kutapira kwaita manhanga”., nor

can we forget Bev and her antics.

This year’s carnival will among other activities

have a welcome reception hosted by the City of

Harare, the famous street party and other

functions.

Length: 4 pages

August rush...

“Kariuwa’ Home of the Nyami Nyami

The Carnival is back again...

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Need a hideout in the African wilderness? A place where hippos graze

all day and elephants are right next to them drinking from the lake? Do

you want to live like you are playing a part in the Lion King and might

actually be lucky enough to meet some lions? If this is what you need

for a holiday then Musango Safari Camp is where you should be. This

African Paradise is run by a couple that is hospitable by nature. The

team they have put together is so coordinated they are like a family and

once you enter the island you feel like you are meeting your old friends

for the first time. One can smell the bush as soon as they set foot on

this beautiful island which is an hour thirty minutes away from the main

land by boat. The mix of fresh clean air, dung and bugs is intoxicating

you. Musango Safari Camp offers a therapy for the mind no psycholo-

gist can ever achieve.

As one enters the reception area cum dining and bar area, one can only

be held in awe of the beauty. A combination of luxury, Africa and bush

all merging to create an environment meant to allow you to communi-

cate with Mother Nature. The place is built from stone and thatch, the

colours are put together in a way that brings peace and happiness

somehow, earthy greens and browns with orange and blue cushions.

The lounge is about ten metres from the lake with a beautiful swimming

pool between the lounge and the lake. About two metres opposite the

pool and less than four metres from the lake is an exquisitely designed

round table for meal times that can accommodate more than 12 peo-

ple and still allow conversation to flow across the table.

Leaving the reception area are paths paved with stones from the lake

that lead to the lodges going past a Mini Museum with Dinosaur Fossils

among other interesting collections. The paths are lined with green

lantern lamps hanging on tree stumps. So thick is the bush if not for the

arrows giving directions to the lodges one could literally walk past the

lodges which are a few metres from the path. There are six twin safari

tents, each with an en-suite bathroom built of natural stone. Musango

also boasts two honeymoon suites built of natural stone, under thatch

with canvas interiors that ensure total privacy. These have private ve-

randas and secluded plunge pool to cool off during the hot, summer

months.

Musango is not just about being secluded in the bush and sleep. A lot

of activities are available including fishing with experienced boat cap-

tains who know the fish hideouts. Within Musango one can also go for

walking safaris, canoeing, sailing and game drives. Musango was in-

volved in the re-introduction of black rhino into the Matusadona Nation-

al Park and has experienced guides who will help you track the rhino on

foot. If one wants to be in touch with the local original people in Kariba,

Musango will take you to either Musamba Fishing Camp or Chitenge

Village.

Kariba Half Marathon from the sidelines Musango Safari Camp by Par Mhuriro

The Kariba Half Marathon is a 21.1km road race, one of

the toughest Half Marathons on the African race calen-

dar. It includes a 10km Fun Run/Walk and a very popular

2km Baby Race for the under 8's. Held anually over the

August Long Weekend at Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe. Hosted

by Lomagundi Lakeside Assocation and organised by a

committee made up of local Kariba Residents.

We have some of the "toughest hills" according to the

Comrades King, Bruce Fordyce!

So says the caption from Den Dairy website, who are one

of the major sponsors of the marathon.

The 11th edition of the marathon was held on Sunday

the 9th of August at the usual, long weekend, meaning

that visitors had lots of times to spend in and around

Kariba. The soft somber morning began quietly with

each athlete aiming to do better than last year and hop-

ing to improve on their personal best.

As ZTA Kariba, we participated at our watering hole, as

our racing experts from Harare, Tendai Williams, Rangari-

rai Mafunda and Edson Maruma , took part in the 10km

race. Our watering point was moved from the usual dam

wall to Mica Point turn off and thereby directing runners

to turn right and climb the steep Mica Point Hill.

The day progressed very well, with the usual front run-

ners not caring about water or coke but middle and last

runners chatted and made conversation. Our only chal-

lenge was athletes speeding down the slope shouting

water at the top of their voice, at Usain Bolt speed and

missing the penny cools.

We are pleased to see a lot of Kariba residents seriously

taking up running and taking part in the race, we had

increased runners from Kariba in the 21 km race. Mean-

ing that our dream of a winner from Kariba is nearer than

I hoped. At the time of going to print official results had

not been out, but watch this space for more details and

more pictures will be posted on our Facebook page.

We would like to thank the organisers Robert Currie ,

Sonya McMaster , sponsors and everyone who made this

year’s edition a success, and we wish former organizer

Kiara Hammond better luck next year in the 21 km race.

To the athletes and the families that came out to race

and to enjoy our warm winter we thank you very much.

See you all next year, results and more reports coming

out in the next edition...

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The 2nd edition of the Hospitality Association of

Zimbabwe Winter School-

was held in Mashonaland

Best no Mashonaland West

Province. This is the prede-

cessor to the first winter

school that was in Mani-

caland last year. I must say

that the idea to hold a win-

ter school has been done by

other professional bodies

and eventually caught up with HAZ last year.

The 71 year old association is the trade associa-

tion representing and promoting the interests of

owners of hotels, restaurants, clubs and related

establishments throughout the country. The Hospi-

tality industry is the largest sub-sector of the

tourism industry. It is a major employer, earner

of foreign currency and contributor to the na-

tional economy.

AIMS and OBJECTIVES of H.A.Z.

To create awareness of the industry and its

national significance. To represent the industry

on government policy issues and to encourage

the right environment for growth of the industry.

To inform members on relevant legislation,

regulations and topical issues to enable them

to make informed decisions. To liaise with sup-

pliers and make sure that the industry is ade-

quately serviced and equipped. To promote

professional standards and provide training for

members to enhance operational efficiencies and

guest satisfaction levels.

The Association which is currently headed by a Doc-

tor in the making , Mr. Tamuka Macheka together

with his robust team of hardworking Secretariat ,

worked round the clock to ensure a memorable

winter school.

The Mashonald West Chapter which was organised

by Mr. Innocent Manyera from CUT Group of Hotels

and Mr. Arnold Chikwanda from African Sun based

at Caribbea Bay, ensured the school went on with-

out a hitch. The theme for this year was : Innova-

On their return to shore , they were treated

to old school music and snacks. Just to

show that this is an all purpose boat.

Cutty Sark were given the last day to host

the school and delegates were cooped up

the whole day in intense lectures and dis-

cussions at their conference room , only

stopping during breaks and meals. ZTA’s

very own Tawanda Munamba gave a presen-

tation on Green Tourism and its benefit to

the industry, economy and also the commu-

nity.

To end the school a beach party was held at

Caribbea Bay beach, with the water levels,

so low delegates could have mistaken them-

selves that they were in the Bahamas or

Hawaii. The food was prepared to perfection

that even Mr. Hwingiri from African Sun was

pleased with what his team had done to

show delegates what a Caribbean Dinner is

all about.

In conclusion we would like to thank spon-

sors and everyone who worked to make the

school a success and to HAZ for bringing the

school to us.

HAZ 2nd Winter School by Daisy Guvamombe

tion , shaping the future Hospitality Experi-

ence. For me personally it was a priviledge

to attend the school, even though I missed

the first leg which was held in Chinhoyi,

which had lectures, a dinner named 7 He-

roes after the 7 gallant sons that fought the

battle of Sinoia and triggered the 2nd Chi-

murenga.

It was my first time to learn about the blue

ocean and the red ocean strategy, and the

emphasis on hoteliers to use innovation as

an edge to outdo or outsmart their competi-

tion. All the lectures that were present all

pointed out to innovation and how it can be

used to somehow shape the future of the

industry.

The quality of presenters were also top

notch as the association brought forward

experts in innovation, systems thinking,

ethics, labour, green tourism all bringing in

world class information from their respec-

tive bases in the United Kingdom, America

and other places. A winter school of this

calibre is a must attend not only to the man-

ager or player in the hospitality industry, but

anyone in the service industry whose wish is

to see their organisation develop that edge

and keep abreast of competition.

The school was not only all learning an no

play, makes Jack a dull boy. Upon arrival to

Kariba, delegates were given a Karibian

welcome by boarding our world famous 52

foot Zambezi Trader houseboat, and to

show off what we can do as a destination,

delegates were treated to lunch, aboard the

boat and a cruise to Antelope Island ,

where the whole afternoon session was

held at Buffalo Feeding Station. To mark the

end of the session, delegates were treated

to a sight of a fine herd of buffaloes that are

being fed by Kariba Animal Welfare Fund.

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