Shoutouts | ZimNinja https://zimninja.org Living the life of Riley since 1982 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 02:11:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://zimninja.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cropped-ZimNinja-Logo-200px-32x32.png Shoutouts | ZimNinja https://zimninja.org 32 32 Zim Ninja Academy https://zimninja.org/zim-ninja-academy/ Wed, 08 Dec 2021 02:11:46 +0000 https://zimninja.org/?p=47915

For many years, I believed that I was the only ninja in Zimbabwe and it was only recently that I realised that was another…

Now, as you would expect, I was nervous, who was this other ninja? Did he compare to the greatness of myself? (hahaha, pop head ballon now). 

So when you search for ZimNinja (as is) you will find info about me, the only ninja in Zimbabwe! 

but…

If you search for Zim Ninja (with a space), you will find this other world about this guy in Harare who can punch and kickass… wait for it…

Let me introduce you to Zim Ninja Academy

So after a bit of Googling, I have learnt that behind Zim Ninja Academy is a gent called Wilfred Mashaya. Now before this post, I did not even know who Wilfred is but now, wow, this guy is something and that is the reason for this post. He deserves a shoutout!

Wilfred, if you ever do read this, I honestly do think, WOW, you truly are a ninja of Zimbabwe BUT you will always be the second… haha. Keep doing you!!!

Zim Ninja Academy

* So the only fault I can find about this fine gentleman is he is from Mashonaland. Hahaha, #jokes

So Wilfred is the man behind Zim Ninja Academy. A martial arts academy in Harare, Zimbabwe.

After a few minutes of searching on Google, I have seen that he is a ninja in his own right as well as his students.

This year, 2021, as you know, COVID has destroyed a lot of Zimbabweans but Wilfred and his students have been competing in virtual tournaments. I have found two:

So this guy/ninja is doing great things during covid, makes you think, why have you not reached greatness in these times???

Martial Arts in Harare

As I said earlier, Wilfred and Zim Ninja Academy are based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

If you are looking to learn karate and martial arts, I would seriously suggest getting in touch with this legend.

Zim Ninja Academy Contact Details

So these are the details that I have found online and I reckon one of the ways below will get you in touch with Wilfred…

]]> Lion Feeding Activity Victoria Falls https://zimninja.org/lion-feeding-activity-victoria-falls/ Tue, 18 Feb 2020 08:01:44 +0000 https://zimninja.org/?p=45760

Feast of Beasts (Lion Feeding) Activity in Victoria Falls

If you are looking for an amazing activity that will blow your mind then lion feeding if for you. This activity by Wildlife Encounter is taking Victoria Falls by storm with a very unique birds-eye view of adult lions feeding just metres from your face!

As someone who has literally done this activity multiple times and every time I get excited, come away with this feeling of the power of this great animal.

To learn more about the African Lion, visit the ALERT website. The wildlife trust of Wildlife Encounter.

A specially designed hide has been created to allow you to be just metres from this adrenaline activity. Guests will watch as several male lions charge towards their meal and fight for “The Lions Share” of the prime meat.

This once in a lifetime experience will allow you to witness these majestic animals in their habitat.

The male lions weighing an average of 190 kgs are running around 75 km/h towards you and then they jump onto the prey at full force. Truly a sight for sore eyes!

Now you have the opportunity to really see why the African Lion is known as the King. 

This is a sight few people ever get to actually see, especially at such close range!

Are you interested in this activity?

If you would like to experience this Feast of Beasts activity, it is best to contact them directly as you are assured the best possible experience. 

How to get in touch:

  • Address: Shop 8 Bata building, Livingstone Way Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
  • Phone(Landlines): +263 (213) 2840178 | 2843192 | 2843513
  • Email: info@wildlifeencounter.org
  • Emergency After Hours: +263 773 706 210
  • Website: https://wildlifeencounter.org/feast-of-beasts/

 

]]> Tony’s Coffee Shop Bvumba https://zimninja.org/tonys-coffee-shop-bvumba/ Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:55:27 +0000 https://zimninja.org/?p=45543

It’s all about the experience

Recently, I visited Mutare, Zimbabwe for the first time since I was a wee kid swimming in provincial galas. Boy was that a long time ago :).

While I was there I was taken around to see what the town is looking like and I was quite surprised. It was in quite a good condition (as towns of Zimbabwe go these days).

On our journey, I was asked if I like cake and not knowing the reason behind the question, I said of course, who does not like cake. “Perfect” was the reply and we proceeded to climb the Bvumba where I was being taken to a small coffee shop in the mountains.

I had never been up the Bvumba Mountains before and it was stunning, a completely different landscape compared to other places in Zimbabwe.

Air so fresh

From Mutare, as you are driving up the Bvumba you are pretty much just climbing. You can literally feel the air is thinner when you start getting to the top.

The Bvumba Mountains are 1,911 metres above sea level.

Luckily, on this day, we had a clear sky which allowed us to really see the beauty of the Bvumba. It really is a pretty part of the country.

We were about 10 km from Leopard Rock Resort when I was told to pull over as we had arrived.

There was a small opening with a sign that said Tony’s Coffee Shop.

Tony’s Coffee Shop

Tripadvisor- Tonys Coffee ShopUpon looking at the coffee shop, I came to learn it was his home which he has opened up to the public. Everything was pristine, very clean and it had a very unique style to it.

We were met by Tony himself and instantly you could see he had a passion for his coffee shop.

The way he spoke, explained the drinks menu and the cake selection really made you excited about what you were going to experience.

The Drinks Menu

The menu was extensive offering a range of coffees, hot chocolates (with the added option of a tot of booze) and a wide selection of more than 50 different types of tea. I will be honest, I have not seen quite a selection of drinks like this menu at a coffee shop before.

Just to note, all hot chocolate drinks are made with half a bar of chocolate.

I decided on a chocolate Latte which was absolutely divine.

The Cakes

There was a total of 9 different cakes on offer and as they were described to us by Tony, I literally could feel my mouth starting to water.

Tony literally explained how each cake was made so we had a full understanding of what we were about to be eating.

Instead of trying to explain the cakes, which I would probably mess up, here are some images of some of the cakes that you can choose.

My Review

Overall I was very impressed with Tony and his coffee shop. He really does love what he does and it shows. I believe everyone who visits Mutare should go and have the experience. 

My only gripe is the price of the drinks and cakes. I think they are very expensive. 

Will the price stop me from taking my friends and family to share this experience? No, I will still take them!

Connect with Tony’s Coffee Shop

]]> Bumi Hills Anti Poaching Unit (BHAPU) https://zimninja.org/bumi-hills-anti-poaching-unit-bhapu/ Tue, 30 Jul 2019 19:50:39 +0000 https://zimninja.org/?p=45328

Shoutout: Successful elephant rescue by BHAPU

BHAPU: Bumi Hills Anti Poaching Unit

A couple of days ago, a video was shared with me via Whatsapp about a baby elephant rescue along the banks of Lake Kariba.

A young elephant got its leg stuck in the mud and could not get it out and the mother was trying her best to help the young elephant but with little success.

BHAPU was alerted and came to see what they could do to assist with the situation… let me not spoil the story, watch the video below.

Bumi Hills Anti Poaching Unit

BHAPU is powered by the Bumi Hills Foundation and they do some amazing work to preserve wildlife in the Matusadona National Park.

Our mission is to safeguard wildlife and wilderness.

Our vision is to protect all remaining wildlife within the region and open the door for the return of the species lost.

Anti-Poaching: Land Patrol

Structured ground coverage in anti-poaching is integral to identify and regulate all classes of illegal activity. Commercial snaring, subsistence hunting and prohibited harvesting of timber, are all daily infractions.

Combined with the devastating decline of the region’s elephant population (approximately 75%) due to ivory poaching, proactive anti-poaching efforts are our primary mandate.

Traditional bush skills and the use of innovative technology together allow for a comprehensive approach to our land patrol goals.

Anti-Poaching: Lake Patrol

The largest man-made lake (by volume) in the world, Lake Kariba has great ecological significance and benefit to the region.

As traditional fishing methods are jeopardised through the use of illegal practices, fragile fish populations are becoming increasingly threatened.

Lake patrols enforce regulations while curbing international fish and wildlife smuggling schemes and wildlife poaching on many of the lakes characteristic islands.

Make a difference

The work that BHAPU are doing is wonderful but they are always looking for help and if you are in a position to help, I encourage you to spare a few dollars. 

They have a dedicated PayPal account for their foundation. 

Connect with BHAPU

 

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