Dr. Paradzai Munyede (PhD)

⏳ Minutes to play 📈 Leading the tie 🤔 Run to the corner? Raul Meireles did this instead... 🤯 #UCL

This female lobster is estimated to be about 40-60 years old (based on her impressive size and massive egg load of 70,000–80,000), making her a rare, robust 'grandmother' of the sea – which is exactly why Jacob released her immediately to help preserve the population 🦞🌊

@DrCASA430798 @NNyashaYessur I dont doubt the cleanliness and even local governance capacity of BCC, in Zim its the best. The pic on the roadwith the statue of mdhara Nkomo could have been contrasted with the intersection of S Machel &J Nyerere in Hre where there is also a statue.

@munyedep @NNyashaYessur Mabatikana nechokwadi here mzvina fundo? Chionai below rank yema combie ku Byo? I give you the freedom to pick any of your choice yeku Hre for comparison.

How do the people of Bulawayo manage to keep it so clean while in Harare its so filthy?. Is it the people?, is it the mindset? or they have a good mayor?

@LDNFootbalI How are u feeling now with that prediction. We got not coach and keeper plus defense

Chelsea will go back into the PL top five with a win today… ✅

@speedlinexx The club is too big for him, he got a lot of reviews probably coz he is British but reality is that he is another version of Reuben Amorim.

🥶💔 Chelsea F.C. in their last four matches ❌ 4 defeats ➖ 0 wins ➖ 0 draws 😬 12 goals conceded Should Liam Rosenior be sacked???

President Jacob Zuma arriving at the home of Julius Malema in Seshego ahead of the burial of Juju’s aunt. Nxamalala, a man of aura. ❤️‍🔥❤️🔥

BUY LOCAL, SUPPORT LOCAL Today AVM Africa MD Mr. J. Kupa handed over a brand new AVM 66 seater DAF Bus with a 300 HP engine to Mega Market. The locally made bus was received by Mr Viju Thimmaiah. This is the third time Mega Market is purchasing from AVM Africa. Makorokoto.

Shu-Shine Bus Services remained a family-owned enterprise throughout its existence, never passing outside the Hall family network. Its ownership history reflects classic Zimbabwean “patriarch and sons” transport entrepreneurship: founded by one visionary, expanded through close relatives, and later fragmented among heirs amid economic challenges. Founding and Patriarchal Ownership (1956–late 1980s/early 2000s) Percy Hall (also known as Phil Hall or P. Hall) established P. Hall and Sons (or P. Hall and Company) in 1956. The flagship trading name was Shu-Shine Bus Service, headquartered in Zvishavane (then Shabani), with some early references linking operations to Bulawayo. Percy, from the Coloured community, built a robust fleet (peaking at nearly 100 vehicles) specialising in tough rural long-distance routes across the Midlands and beyond. He is universally credited as the sole founder and driving force. Percy actively extended family ownership: 1958: Gifted a bus to his biological brother Buddy Hall and wife Cecelia, who launched B & C Luxury Coaches. 1963: Gifted two buses to his daughter and son-in-law Stephen Basil Tombs (Percy’s brother-in-law), seeding Tombs Motorways in Kwekwe. The Tombs family confirms the close kinship and business discussions but disputes the “pure gift” version. These spin-offs kept the broader transport empire within the extended Hall family. Death of the founder: Most historical summaries state Percy/Phil Hall passed away in 1988. However, participants in Zimbabwe bus-spotter groups have corrected this to the 2000s, noting name and date inaccuracies in earlier posts. No public obituary with an exact date has surfaced; the company continued under family control either way. Succession to the Next Generation (1980s/1990s–2000s) After Percy’s death, ownership transitioned to his sons under the “P. Hall and Sons” model. The company did not appear to be sold externally; it remained Hall family property, though succession challenges (common in Zimbabwe’s rural transport sector) contributed to its gradual decline. John Holder (born 29 September 1964 in Zvishavane) is explicitly identified as a son of Phil Hall, “who owned Shu-Shine Bus Service.” In 2013, as a 46-year-old entrepreneur, he was profiled in local media as the son of the “well-known industrialist and busman” behind Shu-Shine. He pursued other businesses but carried the family legacy. Ivan George Hall, a Bulawayo businessman, was publicly associated with running Shu Shine Bus Company in 2009. Court records describe him as the operator at the time; he received a 15-month jail sentence for swindling a Harare company (the fraud was unrelated to bus operations). His involvement confirms the company was still active and under Hall family control well into the late 2000s. Later Phase and Remnants (2000s onward) By this period, passenger operations had scaled down significantly. Remnants of P. Hall’s business rebranded or operated under Krakatoa Investments (trading as Shu-Shine or for hire services). Community records note it handled school contracts (e.g., Girls’ College Bulawayo) and haulage. One post links a son to a related Krakatoa haulage entity in Bulawayo. No evidence exists of external buyers or corporate takeover. Like many contemporaries (Mucheche, Tenda, etc.), the classic Shu-Shine “chicken bus” fleet became obsolete amid rising fuel costs, competition from luxury coaches, and the typical “and sons” succession pitfalls. By the 2010s the brand had largely faded from regular routes, surviving mainly in nostalgia. Summary of Ownership Structure 1956–~1988/2000s: Percy Hall (sole founder/owner). Post-death: Sons (including confirmed John Holder and Ivan George Hall) – family succession, no external sale. Spin-off branches: Buddy Hall (brother) → B&C; Tombs family (daughter + son-in-law) → Tombs Motorways (now third-generation under Ashley Tombs). Final phase: Krakatoa Investments (Hall family-linked) for residual operations.

B & C Bus Services (also known as B & C Luxury Coaches) was a prominent privately owned passenger transport operator in Zimbabwe, particularly associated with long-distance and cross-border routes. It formed part of a multigenerational, family-run transport dynasty within Zimbabwe’s coloured community, alongside related companies like Shu-Shine and Tombs Motorways. The company was established in 1958 (during the colonial Rhodesia era) by Buddy Hall and his wife Cecilia. It took its name from the initials of the founders (“Buddy and Cecilia”). Buddy Hall received the founding bus as a wedding gift from his older brother, Percy Hall (better known as P. Hall), who had already founded the successful Shu-Shine Bus Services in 1948 and operated extensively in the Midlands Province (based in Zvishavane). This tradition of gifting buses at family weddings became a hallmark of the Hall family’s interconnected transport businesses. B & C was initially based in Mutare (Manicaland Province) and started with a single bus, quickly expanding its operations across Manicaland routes. Growth and Expansion (1960s–1980s) Under Buddy Hall’s leadership, the company grew rapidly after Zimbabwe’s independence in 1980. It opened additional depots in Harare and Chiredzi, and at its peak operated a fleet of approximately 100 buses. The family remained closely involved: Buddy’s sons took on management roles (Robert in Chiredzi, Brian and Ronnie in Harare, Charles in Mutare), while Buddy himself later retired to a farm in Odzi. B & C became known for pioneering and dominating key long-distance routes, including: Harare–Johannesburg (cross-border) Chipinge–Johannesburg (one of the early operators on this route) Various domestic Manicaland and Midlands services (Buhera, Bindura, Kariba, Rusape, and connections to Chiredzi) It operated alongside other iconic independent transporters of the era (such as those run by the Hall family’s relatives and contemporaries like the Tombs family). In 1963, Percy Hall gifted two buses to his daughter and son-in-law, which became the foundation of Tombs Motorways (still family-run today under grandson Ashley Tombs and operating routes such as Kwekwe–Johannesburg and Gweru–Johannesburg). These three companies (Shu-Shine, B & C, and Tombs) formed a tightly knit dynasty that also expanded into mining and haulage. Challenges and Tragedies (1990s) Like many Zimbabwean bus operators, B & C faced operational and regulatory pressures in the post-independence period. It was involved in two major fatal accidents that damaged its reputation: August 1991: The Regina Coeli Bus Disaster in Nyanga (Manicaland), where a B & C Coaches bus plunged off the road due to overspeeding and alleged driver intoxication, killing 89 people (one of Zimbabwe’s worst road disasters). 1997: A brake-failure incident in which a B & C bus plunged 30 metres down a slope, killing 41 people and injuring 64. Following the accidents, the company’s operating licence was revoked, contributing to its decline. By the early 2000s, B & C was no longer among the dominant players, though it remained part of collective memories of Zimbabwe’s iconic private bus services alongside operators like Chikozho, North Star, and others. Legacy B & C Bus Services represented the entrepreneurial spirit of Zimbabwe’s coloured transport pioneers in the late colonial and early independent eras. It provided essential connectivity for rural and urban communities, employed hundreds, and helped establish cross-border passenger links to South Africa. Together with its sister companies, it created a lasting family business legacy that extended beyond transport into other sectors. While B & C itself largely faded from active operations after the 1990s tragedies and regulatory issues, its story endures in Zimbabwean transport history as a symbol of family-driven enterprise and the challenges faced by private operators.

@ZimbabweHistor2 Thank u for sharing this

Vazungu Bus Service holds a nostalgic place in the history of Zimbabwe’s transport industry, particularly during the late 20th century. It was part of a golden era of indigenous-owned bus companies that connected rural communities to urban centers. Origins and Growth The company was founded by the late Mr. Philemon Machipisa, a prominent businessman who was a contemporary of other transport pioneers like Matambanadzo and Tenda. Based primarily in the Highfield suburb of Harare (then Salisbury), the company began its operations during the colonial era and flourished into the 1980s and 90s. The name "Vazungu" (a Shona term often referring to white people or those of high status) was a bold branding choice at the time, signaling a level of luxury and sophistication in their service. Key Routes and Operations Vazungu was best known for its "long-distance" (inter-city) services. While many bus companies focused on one specific province, Vazungu had a diverse footprint: Harare to Mutare: One of their most frequent and competitive routes. Harare to Masvingo: Serving the southern corridor of the country. Rural Connectivity: Like many operators of that time, they were a lifeline for rural dwellers, transporting not just passengers but also goods, livestock, and mail to remote villages. Fleet and Branding The Vazungu fleet was iconic for its blue and white livery. During their peak, they utilized locally assembled buses, primarily built on DAF or Leyland chassis with AVM (Associated Vehicle Assemblers) bodies. These buses were famous for their durability and the distinct "roof racks" used to carry massive amounts of luggage. Decline and Legacy The company faced significant challenges starting in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Several factors contributed to its decline: Economic Volatility: The hyperinflationary environment in Zimbabwe made spare parts and fuel increasingly unaffordable. Competition: The rise of smaller, faster "commuter omnibuses" (kombis) and newer luxury coaches began to eat into the market share of the traditional big buses. Succession Issues: Following the passing of its founder, the company struggled to maintain its operational momentum, eventually leading to its withdrawal from most major routes. Despite its disappearance from the roads, Vazungu remains a symbol of black entrepreneurship in post-independence Zimbabwe, remembered for its role in building the nation's early infrastructure.

Chiringa declared national hero heraldonline.co.zw/chiringa-decla…

@HeraldZimbabwe He deserve it.

@nssazw False

True or False: Under the Accident Prevention and Workers Compensation Scheme (APWCS), insurance premiums are deducted from the employee's monthly salary. A) True B) False

@iAmKudaMaynard @SandileMakeba An alternative charge should have been prefered e.g Indecent assult. The arresting officer knew very well that charging it as rape was gng to fall of, not sure why they put that charge

@SandileMakeba The law in Zimbabwe says a woman cannot rape. A woman cannot legally be charged with rape. So she cannot be a rapist as you claim.

By pardoning Maria Makendenge, the judiciary has put every boy and man at risk of rape. We reject a law that punishes only male offenders while women go free for the same crimes. Maria Makendenge is a rapist. She must be imprisoned.

Chahwanda is not the first citizen to build his own stadium The first one was built by Eric and Fanuel Gwanzura in the 1960s. It is still called Gwanzura stadium to this day. Eric and Fanuel Gwanzura constructed the stadium to provide sporting facilities for black communities during the Rhodesian era because the apartheid Smith regime segregated Africans out of government owned sporting facilities. Eric was a businessman and nationalist while Fani was a construction contractor. Apart from using their own finances, Fani also took out a £1000 loan to complete it.  The brothers were later detained for political activities and the Smith regime took advantage of their absence and delay in payments and attached the property and gave it to Salisbury City Council for an outstanding loan of £350 in 1964.

@nickmangwana MHDSRIEP a career civil servant who was dedicated to duty and he worked tirelessly in the Local Government sector .

“THE Permanent Secretary for Harare Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Cde Cosmas Chiringa has died. A veteran of the liberation struggle, Cde Chiringa died this evening at Westend Hospital in Harare.” What a sad loss. heraldonline.co.zw/breaking-secre…

@speedlinexx Chelsea is at home get it right

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