By Lisa Harrison and Asha Emmerson Oasis Zimbabwe was established in 2002 with a passionate team committed to empowering the most vulnerable in Zimbabwean communities. Their focus is on addressing the deep-rooted factors which keep people trapped in cycles of poverty and trauma resulting in hope and dignity being restored to individuals and families. This […]
Adenium multiflorum By JP Felu Family: Apocynaceae Botanical names: Adenium multiflorum (Adenium obesum var multiflorum) Common names: Sabi Star, Impala Lily, Desert Rose, T: Mbwayumba, Sh: Chisvosve Adenium multiflorum is, in Zimbabwe, a specially protected plant. One needs a special licence to cultivate, propagate or sell it. However, the status of hybrids in that respect
By: Nyati Tours Harare, the city that never sleeps, boasts of a welcoming and friendly population, rich heritage, a range of arts and culture which cumulatively set the backdrop for an appealing guided walking city tour. With a mission to explore hidden, historical and cultural sites on foot, Nyati Tours and Travel have been providing
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By Tracy Mapfumo Hibiscus sabdariffa, commonly known as Rosella or Jamaica sorrel is a versatile plant known for its edible dark red calyces. Although it is native to Angola, China and Thailand are currently its largest producers while Sudan is regarded as the world’s best Rosella producer. Mexico and Jamaica, Senegal, Mali, Egypt, and Tanzania are
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DZIKWA TRUST ORPHANS DISCOVER THE WORLD OF COMPETITIVE CHESS By Nyaradzo Manyanga Acclaimed French philosopher and scientist Blaise Pascal once said that “chess is the gymnasium of the mind.” Challenging the minds of 40 children at the Dzikwa Trust Chess Club is coach Nyaradzo Manyanga who is assisted by Tendai Mikioni. The newly established club began
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By Morag Flight Antigonon leptopus, commonly known as Coral Vine is a fast growing climbing vine with slender stalks. The genus Antigonon means opposite-angled which refers to the zig-zag stems of Coral Vine, while leptopus means slender stalks. The Coral Vine holds via tendrils and is able to reach 25 feet or more in length. It
By Tracy Mapfumo A number of mahoganies exist. However, unique in its beauty is the Trichilia emetica which is commonly known as Cape Mahogany (Mutsikiri-shona and Umkhuhlu-Ndebele). It is an evergreen tree with glossy dark green leaves. It is found in Southern Africa, mainly distributed in the eastern parts of South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and northwards
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Terminalia sericea By JP Felu Family: – Combretaceae. Common names: Silver terminalia, silver cluster-leaf; Umangwe (Nd) , Mususu (Sh). The Combretaceae family is well represented in Zimbabwe with over 30 species. Terminalia sericea grows in grassland and open woodland with a preference for sandy soils at lower altitudes, often growing at the edge of wetlands where
By Paolo Cernuschi We often see dogs as pets, but sometimes, we see them as man’s best friend. Dating back several thousand years ago, mankind and dogs forged an unmistakable bond, which today, is evident in numerous unique dog and owner relationships. Research has also found that our furry friends not only offer companionship, but
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