Frontier Newsletter No. 98
Frontier Newsletter
FRONTIER NEWSLETTER
Number 98, 3rd February 2014
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EVENTS
Moonlight Market at Living Life Café
Living Life Station Café in Ladybrand will host its second Moonlight Market on Friday 7th February from 17h30 onwards. If you are interested in having a stall, please get in contact with Klaradyn Grobler at 0519242834 or 0828548550. Live music!
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.
Sesotho Weekends in Morija
Morija Guest Houses hosts TWO “Introduction to Sesotho Language and Culture Weekends” at the start of 2014 to satisfy the high demand. The first one was well attended. The second one will be from 21st to 23rd February 2014 and still has a few vacancies. 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 or for further information, please contact Brigitte Hall soon on bcat...@mweb.co.za
The American International School of Lesotho presents: The Annual Dinner Dance 2014, "Maseru Magic," February 28th 2014, Maseru Sun Cabanas, Entrance at 19:00. Ticket M300 per person/ M250 if purchase before January 31st. Adults only. Dress code: Formal/Traditional. Corkage fee M30.For tickets, contact AISL: commun...@aisl.co.ls or 22322987.
Semonkong Flea Market, 28th February to 1st March 2014, which will take place at the Semonkong playground/stadium (lebaleng). All entrepreneurs and Consumers across the country are invited. BEDCO and Semonkong entrepreneurs host the event. For more information please contact: BEDCO at 52502094/5/6.
Alliance Française de Maseru Announcements
- Thursday Night Cinema - This Thursday at Ouh la la gardens at 19h00. Film: Jules et Jim, Year: 2008, Genre: Comedy, Entrance FREE. Due to bad weather the film Jules et Jim did not play last week but it will screen this Thursday 6 February.
- Summer Concert with Budhaza Friday 7th February at 18h00 at AF Gardens/Ouh la la.
- 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.
- 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
Pioneer Mall Maseru
(Movie lineup 31 January to 6 February 2014)
CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS 2 (PG)
Animation
Fri-Sun: 9:45, 12:00, 14:15, 17:00, 19:30
Mon-Thu: 12:00, 14:15, 17:00, 19:30
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FIRE WITH FIREE (16 VL)
Action
Fri-Sun: 9:30, 11:45, 14:30, 17:15, 19:45
Mon-Thu: 11:45, 14:30, 17:15, 19:45
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EMPIRE STATE (16VL)
Action/Drama
Fri-Sun: 10:00, 12:15, 15:00, 17:45, 20:15
Mon-Thu: 12:15, 15:00, 17:45, 20:15
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JACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUIT (TBC)
Action
Fri-Sun: 10:00, 12:30, 15:15, 18:00, 20:30
Mon-Thu: 12:30, 15:15, 18:00, 20:30
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CARRIE (16 HLV)
Horror
Fri-Sun: 9:45, 12:15, 14:45, 17:30, 20:00
Mon-Thu: 12:15, 14:45, 17:30, 20:00
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THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG (PGV 10-12)
Fantasy/Adventure
Daily: 11:30, 15:15, 19:30
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ITEMS FOR SALE
Canon - PIXMA MX360 Printer is available for sale. 4 in 1 (Printer, Scanner, Copier & Fax), black/white & Color printing, excellent conditions, it uses low priced Canon cartridge, it has a setup disk for Windows & Macintosh, Price: R700, Contact Bernard at lithun...@gmail.com or +26662277008.
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.
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
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, see flyer for more details.
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 CAFÉS
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.
MISCELLANEOUS
Looking for a loving home for a wonderful male cat. He is very affectionate, a greater mouser, healthy and 4 years old. He is house trained and very friendly. He has been fixed. htig...@yahoo.com or call 59776001/62254321.
Handyman Services – Looking for a plumber? Electrician? Painter? Building contractor? Well, look no further! Griffin Building Services can assist you with all those little and not so little jobs in and around the home and workplace. We do plumbing, electrical work, renovations, construction and a whole lot more. Best of all, we’re only a telephone call away. Please call +26663074994 or email griffinbuil...@gmail.com for further information.
Expert and professional service provided in the following areas: English lessons for beginners; Writing research proposals; Preparing an Interview Guide, Questionnaire or a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) Guide; Conducting data collection, data entry and data analysis; Report writing for research projects. Please contact me on 266 63210034 or email at rwodzi...@gmail.com
Accommodation Needed: Researcher from the US seeking a budget room or small serviced flat with internet and kitchen access from 8th February to 19th March. Please contact me via email at melm...@gmail.com
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
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
Are you too busy to arrange your vacations? Well let me do it for you! I can book all of your travel arrangements for you! For more information go to: www.easier2travel.wordpress.com
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
Part-time housekeeper available. 'Me Mary has been working with expat families for many years in Maseru and requires very little direction beyond her initial orientation. She is incredibly reliable, rarely misses work, and is pleasant and thorough with all tasks requested of her. She is available Mondays & Thursdays and can be reached directly at 5919.2178. For a reference, please feel free to email nasee...@gmail.com
Me Adeline is looking for work after I leave Lesotho in a week. She is awesome, very punctual, hard working, and very trustworthy. I am devastated to be losing her! Her number is 59901691. If you need a more thorough reference, I am happy to talk. Please e-mail me at rmri...@texaschildrens.org
ACCOMMODATION
Fully Furnished Bachelor Flat for Rent. Location: 252 Estate, Along Kingsway Road, Next to American Embassy. 24-hour security. The flat is available immediately. Contact: 'Makhosi Makhobalo, cell: (+266) 63076940/(+27) 764075449, mmakh...@lewa.org.ls
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, see flyer for more details.
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
VEHICLES FOR SALE
If your car is sold please let me know. It will only stay posted for 5 weeks.
2003 Pajero: 7 seater (rear seats fold into the floor), rear A/C, towbar, South Africa Spec (Not the Japanese GDI version normally seen around Maseru). 3.5 Petrol, GLS, 150,000 Kms, fog lights, bullbar, leather seats, Automatic with Tiptronic, Lesotho taxes paid. M119,000 For more information: dhu...@maf.org
Toyota Brevis 2003 registered in Lesotho, well maintained, Price 75,000. Please contact advertiser 63131630.
1998 Honda HRV. 39000 kms on the clock. Lovely car. Owner heartbroken to lose her! M40000 only! Contact Carmen on 57755322. Anytime.
Polo 1.4 trendline, 150000km, 2006 model for M55,000. Contact: Mpho, 58695998
BM Passat wagon 1999, excellent condition, millage 100,000 km, silver colour, price 36,000 Maloti, negotiable. Contact: Dr Rahman, 58778300.
Chevrolet Captiva, 2008 model- manual. Mileage-100 000km. Service kid available. Insured. Price M150 000. Contact: papali.i...@gmail.com or tel: 59064900.
1994 C220 Mercedes Benz sedan, in good condition, 340,000 km. White with leather seats. Manual. Registered in South Africa, Lesotho VAT paid. Price: 30,000 Rands (Negotiable). If interested please contact, +266 58826356, e-mail fuo...@gmail.com
Mercedes A-Class 160 for sale at a very good and negotiable price of R35,000.00. Mileage is less than 84,000km. Interested buyers may contact me any time at 59813379 or by email at drabnw...@yahoo.com or drabnw...@gmail.com
2006 Toyota Landcruiser GX, 1HZ engine (6 cylinder 4,2 lt). 125.000 km, first owner. From Toyota Gibraltar- (Japanese built and customised for extreme climatic and physical conditions) Left hand drive. It comes with a sliding drawer system, and sliding 80 Liter Engel Freezer/Refrigerator; Heavy duty roofrack with mounts for high lift jack, 2 jerrycans and second sparewheel (all included). Assortment spares, emergency & recovery items included, Set of 6 tyres, used for about 15.000 kilometers 20.000 Euro or equivalent. Interested/ need more information? Contact Bart bart.vand...@gmail.com or 0725417076.
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
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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