Frontier Newsletter No. 95
Frontier Newsletter
FRONTIER NEWSLETTER
Number 95, 13th January 2014
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EVENTS
Sesotho Weekends in Morija
Morija Guest Houses will be hosting TWO “Introduction to Sesotho Language and Culture Weekends” at the start of 2014 to satisfy the high demand at this time of year. The first one will be from 24th to 26th January 2014 and the second one from 21st to 23rd February 2014. Aimed particularly at people newly-arrived in Lesotho, the weekends enable participants to gain confidence when attempting to speak Sesotho, to acquire useful knowledge of Lesotho's history and Basotho culture, and generally to feel more comfortable in their new situation. The language learning sessions are not intensive as the emphasis is on ensuring participants feel encouraged, not overwhelmed. In between the language sessions, we have discussions on culture and we go for hikes to explore the beautiful environment. Children are welcome and will be kept happily occupied during the language sessions. You can see the programme and the rates on www.morijaguesthouses.com (in the Special Events section). To register for either weekend (Jan. or Feb.), or for further information, please contact Brigitte Hall soon on bcat...@mweb.co.za
Alliance Française de Maseru Announcements
The new French lesson session starts on: Monday - 20th, Tuesday - 21st and Saturday - 25th January respectively. Deadline for registration is: 17th January for 20th and 21st and 23rd January for the Saturday class. Price: M850 Adults and M420 children. Our classes ONLY start when there are 6 students.
Membership. Register to be a member of Alliance Française for Only M250 (individual) per annum or M350 (family) and enjoy these benefits: Library access, eligible to elect and be elected as a board member, discount on all our events.
Thursday Night Cinema starts January 23rd at Ouh la la gardens at 19h00. Entrance FREE
New Library Materials: Renew your membership and check out our new library materials including children’s books.
Send us your email address to secr...@afmaseru.org.ls if you would like to receive our weekly newsletter. Visit and like our Facebook page: Alliance Française de Maseru. Contact: 22325722 or secr...@afmaseru.org.ls or alliance...@leo.co.ls
Farmers Market every 2nd Saturday of the month. 7km outside Ladybrand on the tarred road to Clocolan. Come and enjoy the morning on the farm. To book a stand or any further queries, please contact Zoë at 0828773507 or Charmaine at regsdi...@ovk.co.za. Please note the date for next month’s Farmers Market: 8th February 2014.
Pioneer Mall Maseru (Movie lineup 10 to 16 January 2014)
47 RONIN – 3D (PGV 10-12)
Daily: 11:45, 14:30, 17:15, 20:00
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THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG (PGV 10-12)
Fantasy/Adventure
Daily: 11:30, 15:00, 19:15
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SCHUKS! YOUR COUNTRY NEEDS YOU (PG 7L)
Comedy
Fri-Sun: 10:00, 12:15, 15:15, 18:00, 20:30
Mon-Thu: 12:15, 15:15, 18:00, 20:30
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TYLER PERRY’S A MADEA’S CHRISTMAS (LVP 10)
Comedy
Fri-Sun: 9:45, 12:00, 14:45, 17:45, 20:15
Mon-Thu: 12:00, 14:45, 17:45, 20:15
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FROZEN (PG)
Animation
Daily: 11:45, 14:15, 17:00, 19:30
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MANDELA: A LONG WALK TO FREEDOM (LVSP 10)
True Life Drama
Fri-Sun: 9:30, 12:30, 16:45, 19:45
Mon-Thu: 12:30, 16:45, 19:45
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ITEMS FOR SALE
Save time to do more important things with this Defy Dishwasher, in new condition. Great for daily use or after parties. M2000 including delivery. Contact themba...@gmail.com or 5775 5060.
Garage Sale at Lower Thetsane from 14 to 21 January
2 x baby camp cots - R500 each
4x kitchen table chairs R 150 each
54 cm Panasonic TV - R500
1x Futon double bed with mattress-R600
Cutlery and kitchen ware
Samsung microwave - R350
Samsung washing machine - R500
lot of Ladies and Gents clothes( almost new)
ladies shoes size 6
baby's clothes,shoes and bedding
Ladies designer jeans Guess and levi -R200
Luggage bags, and much more!
Call Seatla Mpedi at +26657734390 to get directions.
Moving Sale
All items available from January 13th
PC & Home Office
1 SHUTTLE high-quality PC: Intel Core 2 E4500 2.2 GHz, 2GB DRR Ram, DVD Burner, 320 GB HD 4500 R
1 Samsung SyncMaster 223BW Monitor 22 Inch 1500 R
1 Time Switch 50 R
1 External (USB) Harddrive Iomega 2,5'' 250GB 130 R
1 External (USB) Harddrive Iomega 2,5'' 500GB 270 R
1 External (USB) Harddrive Iomega Go 2,5'' 500 GB 270 R
Stereo System
1 Marantz PM 5004 Stereo Amplifier 3750 R
2 Wharfdale Diamond 10.6 3-Way-Speakers incl. Hifi-Cable 2750 R
Livingroom
1 Designer Desklamp (Artemide Tolomeo Tavolo) 1500 R
1 Hifi Rack (for Stereo or other use) 725 R
1+8 1 Dining Table (2.1m x 1.1m) and 8 Chairs 3300 R
1 Stylish Ceiling Lamp 200 R
1 Modern Dinner Table Lamp 150 R
1 Lesotho Tapestry (Sharing a Beer) 750 R
1 Lesotho Tapestry (Little House) 100 R
5 2 Herdboy Sticks, Basotho Hat, Zulu Broom, Clock 180 R
1 Stylish Ceiling Lamp (Bathroom) 160 R
1 Stylish Ceiling Lamp (Bedroom) 200 R
1 Stylish Ceiling Lamp (2nd bedroom) 200 R
1 Old Wooden Desk 200 R
Backroom
1 Table 300 R
1 Stylish Ceiling Lamp 200 R
1 Bookshelf (178x90x30cm), 5 shelf rows, floor based 270 R
1 Bookshelf (60x120x30cm), 2 shelf rows 80 R
1 Sideboard (100x120x52cm) 300 R
2 5 kg Dumbbells 100 R
Kitchen
12 Simple Water Glasses 85 R
4 Wine Tasting Glasses (KWV) 60 R
1 Small Blue Steel Frying Pan (de Buyer) 100 R
and some odds and ends for 50 R to free!
For further information, pictures or directions to our place, please call 59 623 974 or email Sefr...@aol.com
Property to buy off-plan in the following areas: Maseru west, Maseru east, Thetsane west, and Hillsview. Please contact agents for quick and thorough results. NEW DIMENSIONS, Integrated Property Solutions, Cell: +26662779461/+266 56620791, Tell: +26628319440.
Furniture for Sale
Coricraft L-shaped couch, beige. R 5,000
Defy fridge. R1,000
Wood low rectangular coffee table. R250
Wood dining room table, with two benches and two chairs. R600
Clothes washing machine. R900
Queen beds with bases. R800 each
Wicker patio set: small table, two-seater and two chairs. R1,000
DVD player. R200
Large (1m high) ceramic plant pot with plant - indoors or outdoors. R200
All items to be paid for and collected by January 30th.
For more information or to view items please call 59976883 or email an...@alafa.info
5 piece Sonor Drumkit: Bass drum, 3 toms, 1 snare drum PLUS 2 Sabian BB First Cymbals (high hat and crash), practicing pad and set of drum mutes, drum seat. As new, beautiful maple wood finish. 9 layer basswood shells, 7mm thick. 8000 Rand, offers accepted. Please contact Bart at +27(0)725417076
For sale in Ladybrand: Historic sandstone house, with Oregon pinewood floors. Very well located, walking distance to schools and centre town. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, study, large living area, formal dining room, second sitting room, can also be used as 4th bedroom. Swimming pool with lapa & braai area. Garage for 2 cars plus large working/tools area, large attic for storage. 1 room rondavel; third bathroom outside. Well maintained and established garden, private terrace. Double solar boiler, 1,400 sq m plot. Interested? Please contact sandstone...@gmail.com
RESTAURANTS AND CAFES
Living Life – Station Café, Ladybrand
New opening hours!
Monday – Thursday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Friday from 7:30 am to 9 pm
Saturday from 7:30 am to 4pm
Sunday from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm
Living Life Café will also open in the evening for pre-booked functions, private parties, and guesthouse guests. Guests are welcome to bring their own wine and malt as we are still applying for our liquor license. In the evenings we have a night guard (from 7 pm to 7 am) in the parking lot. For more details please contact Tel: 051 9242834 www.livinglifesa.co.za
Looking for somewhere different for a Sunday Lunch? The Green Goose outside Ficksburg provides a beautiful lunch on the lovely lawns. Homemade cheeses. Booking is essential. Go to www.greengoose.co.za for contact details.
OUH LA LA CAFÉ - Open from 7:30am to 10:00pm. Enjoy our selection of salads, sandwiches, pastries, etc. Our café is located next to the Alliançe Francaise de Maseru.
Looking for accommodation. Hello! My name is Amanda Clayton. I'm a Ph.D. candidate from the University of Washington. I will be in Maseru for my dissertation fieldwork from 5 Feb until 5 March 2014. I am looking for an affordable and safe place to stay in Maseru, either a room or whole apartment to sublet - ideally somewhat centrally located. My budget is up to about M7000 for the month. If anyone is aware of a great place, please let me know at: ab...@uw.edu. Thank you!
Back to School - For all your school wear & sportswear needs, we'll fully cover you. Schoolwear: TRACKSUITS, TUNICS, SKIRTS, ETC. Sportswear: GOLFSHIRTS, TRACKSUIT, ETC. We also offer free embroidery after buying our products. Contact Mr. Molapo: 56253556, 63985023.
Yoga
Yoga Sessions will be held on Mondays to Thursdays (4 days a week).
Venue - MASERU GOLF CLUB - hall
Time- 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
There is no fee to be paid (it is free for all).
Beginners are also welcome.
Please contact Raj (Mr) at 22326262 /63131630
Note: YOGA SESSIONS AT MASERU GOLF CLUB
Yoga sessions will have Christmas break between 13 December 2013 and 16 January 2014 since the instructor will be away on holidays. Sessions will resume from Monday 20th January 2014.
Caucasian Hairdresser in Maseru: Hi everyone, my name is Cecilia. I’m from Italy and I’ve been working in London for the last 5 years in the hair industry. I had a Toni&Guy training and I’ve also worked for an Aveda salon, doing Caucasian hair. I currently work 5 days a week at the EV Salon in Pioneer Mall (Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am to 6pm). M100 for men’s haircut, M200 for shoulder length ladies’ haircut, and M250 for longer hair (ladies). Wet cut, no blow out for M100! If you are interested to get your hair coloured, I can provide that service too, but as for the time being I would need you to come in for a consultation in order for me to know what kind of colours I need to purchase (colors costs vary from 300-700ish depending on the service required). Please contact me to book an appointment! Tel. 57137829, ceci...@gmail.com
Hiking Group: Maseru Hash House Harriers. Are you interested in exploring Lesotho, walking and meeting new people? Come join us on the weekly hash, a family-friendly hiking group. We meet at various places in Lesotho every Sunday morning and go on a 1-2 hour hike. For more information or to sign up for regular updates and hash directions email the Hash Mistress at mase...@gmail.com
Running Group: Maseru Monday Mayhem Live Hash. During the summer months a group of people meet every other Monday evening to go for a run around Maseru. Come get some exercise, meet new people and get to know the city with us! To find out more email the Hash Mistress at maser...@gmail.com
Labydrand Auto Posh Wash, 27 Voortrekker Street, Ladybrand. The experts in vehicle cleaning. Various washes available. We specialize in elite valets. Situated at Oak Tree Lodge. Bring your vehicle and you can also sit and relax in our lovely surroundings. Open Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm and Saturdays from 8:00am to 1:00pm. (Bring your vehicle in at least an hour before the closing time). David's Mobile - 0786779006
TRAVEL
Tronel Barnard Travel (Pty) Ltd, Independent Travel Consultant, In association with eTravel, SA Mobile +27832252585, Lesotho Mobile +26657867425, E-Mail: tronel....@telkomsa.net
HOUSEKEEPING
Home Cleaning Service Available!!!!!!
Dust Busters Home Cleaning Service offers a full range of cleaning services for all your residential needs. Once-off Cleaning, Spring Cleaning, Monthly Contracts, Pre/Post occupation cleaning, before and after parties as well as Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning. Our Superior customer service, reliable house cleaning and undying commitment to excellence are qualities Dust Busters is made of. So make life a little easier at home and head to the gym, go shopping, hit the links...you get the idea, and let us handle the dirty work. Contact Us today for a free quote Mobile: +266 59433674/62433674 Email: dustbus...@gmail.com
Excellent Cleaner/Housekeeper Now Looking for Clients. 'Me Mathoso has now returned to Maseru and is looking for extra clients. She is extremely thorough, reliable, honest and hard working. She is used to working with ex-pat clients and her English is very good. She may be contacted on: +26663173834
Secured and newly built two bedrooms duplexes fully furnished. Available at Khubetsoana near "Lerakong Taxi Stop". Please call 58858777 or e-mail lej...@yahoo.co.uk
Housing available immediately for rent in the following areas: Maseru west (opposite American Embassy), Hillsveiw, Lower Thetsane, and Old Europa. Please contact agents for quick and thorough results. NEW DIMENSIONS, Integrated Property Solutions, Cell: +26662779461/+266 56620791, Tell: +26628319440.
Two-story house at 136 Malibamatso Road, Lower Thetsane, available for rent. Sitting/dining, study, secure store room, kitchen, downstairs toilet, large master bedroom with en suite and two adjoining dressing/bed rooms, second bedroom with en suite, third bathroom, servant's quarters, single garage, double car port, guard hut, spacious garden, perimeter wall with razor wire, emergency water tank and pump, electric gate. Rent M14,300 per month. Please contact Monono Matsaba (5788 8154) or Stephen Turner at sdtu...@iafrica.com.
BED & BREAKFAST
Living Life Bed & Breakfast. For more details, please contact Klaradyn Grobler at 0519242834 or 0828548550 www.livinglifesa.co.za
The Rooster's Nest Bed and Breakfast is a family-owned and run guest house. The property is set in beautiful country surroundings, yet within easy access to Fourways, Lonehill, Sunninghill, Woodmead, Kyalami and Midrand. The Rooster's Nest B&B is the ideal stopover with access to local attractions such as Monte Casino, the Lion Park, Sandton City and shopping malls. We have eight en-suite rooms, which are fully equipped with TVs, coffee and tea facilities, fans and heaters. We are also capable of hosting school and equestrian groups with bunk bed facilities. Breakfasts are buffet-style, while lunches and dinners are optional. All meals are prepared to guest requirements. Transfers Available. Free WiFi. Prices from only R300-00 per person, sharing, Bed and Breakfast. Contact Peter: +27833027242 or visit our website at www.roostersnest.co.za and make your reservations or contact via email: in...@roostersnest.co.za
Villa on Joubert Guesthouse located at 47 Joubertstreet in Ladybrand, www.villaonjoubert.com, villaon...@telkomsa.net. Devine 3 course breakfast, 15km from Lesotho, French distressed look, Best Hospitality and service in town, Devine 3 course breakfast, En-suite bathrooms, Remote control gate, 5 beautiful rooms, Walking distance from restaurants. Contact: 0768624882.
Oak Tree Lodge – Charming, well-appointed, owner-managed. Accommodation, B & B and Self-Catering. Ideal for Consultants working on short or long term Contract in Maseru.
* Sandstone main house has 3 spacious en-suite bedroom with full use of lounge, diningroom, bar and kitchen. DSTV Guesthouse channels in all bedrooms and lounge
* Two self contained cottages
Laundry facilities and evening meals available on request
Long term rates available
Contact: Ruth Dixie Cell No: 083 3798883 e-mail: oaktre...@telkomsa.net
27 Voortrekker Street (Entrance cnr Prinlsoo St) Ladybrand
If your car is sold please let me know. It will only stay posted for 5 weeks.
1995 Mitsubishi Pajero Junior, mileage: ~158,000 km, Automatic, 4WD, 2 door, serviced regularly, unleaded petrol, M35,000 (or USD equivalent) or best offer. Please contact Bhavya at +266 5885 4585 or at bhavya...@gmail.com
Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTi (Green)
Registration Year: 2001. Odometer: 81,500 km. Doors: 5. Steering: Right. Transmission: Automatic. Fuel: Unleaded Petrol. Serviced regularly. R40,000 O.B.O. (dollar and euro equivalent also accepted) *Please contact 63736624** or emma.f...@gmail.com*
Pajero Station Wagon, 1995. 222,000 km, bull bar, engine and fuel pump rebuilt at about 190,000. Good utility vehicle. M35,000 or best offer. Contact Steve after hours at 5888 1070
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