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Talking Nkayi Education: Slicing the education cake with high-flying Zwelabo Secondary School
Zwelabo Secondary School, founded in 1984 and located about fifty kilometres west of Nkayi Centre in Matabeleland North Province, is arguably the jewel and golden place to be, for many progressive stu...Published: 04 Aug 2019 at 16:46hrs | 882 | by Nhlanhla Moses
A letter to my son (part 4)
My beloved son, l received your e-mail of which you were telling me about your frustrations & life's disapointments. In your e-mail you stated that everyone around you seems to be succeding whilst...Published: 27 Jul 2018 at 20:01hrs | 1259 | by Gwizi Mthokozisi Motivational
What I learnt from a misplaced exercise book
Some time ago, I took a pile of books from a certain class to my classroom for marking. The next morning I asked one of the learners who had come early to take that pile of books and go with it to the...Published: 09 Jul 2018 at 23:20hrs | 885 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
Chamisa speaks on Grace Mugabe 'link'
MDC Alliance presidential candidate Nelson Chamisa has poured cold water over claims that the opposition coalition is offering former first lady Grace Mugabe a senior position as it tries to lure Zanu...Published: 10 Jun 2018 at 18:04hrs | | by Staff reporter
MDC Alliance rubbishes NPF talks reports
MDC Alliance spokesperson Welshman Ncube has denied plans to join forces with former President Robert Mugabe and the National Patriotic Front (NPF) in attempts to unseat incumbent leader Emmerson Mnan...Published: 09 Jun 2018 at 15:57hrs | 427 | by Staff reporter
What I learnt from my learner's ugly handwriting
Sometime ago I became very annoyed while marking a book belonging to one of my learners. I just couldn't stand his ugly handwriting anymore. After trying everything in my power to help him improve or ...Published: 23 Mar 2018 at 19:01hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What I Learnt From A Teacher Who Jumped Out Through The Window
(WARNING; the following article may change your life) Some time ago during our teaching practice (attachment) while doing our teaching course, lecturer...Published: 14 Sep 2017 at 16:57hrs | 950 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What I Learnt From Mayweather's Remarkable Achievement
(Warning: The following article may change your life) When a boxing champion wins 50 matches and never loses even a single match in his career, his ast...Published: 28 Aug 2017 at 21:39hrs | 978 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What l Learnt From A Stupid Chimpanzee
My father loves animals or T.V Shows which show various animals. He used to buy DVDs of animal films and watch them by himself on his lonely chair. Me and my little sister didn't fancy watching confus...Published: 25 Aug 2017 at 15:56hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What I Learnt From An Outstanding Waiter
About ten years ago, I worked as a waiter for a certain company which offered catering services to different functions in S.A. One day we were booked to serve at a function which was in Auckland Park....Published: 23 Aug 2017 at 14:46hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What I Learnt From My Most Outstanding Learner
While doing an analysis of my class' performance, I realized that the most outstanding learner in my class had an average mark of 77% in her subjects for the tests they had written. I got concerned as...Published: 18 Aug 2017 at 10:08hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What I learnt from my Friend's tricky interview
Three years ago my friend got a job at a certain company. They told him he that he was on probation and they would review his performance after three months to determine if he was the right candidate ...Published: 16 Aug 2017 at 14:25hrs | 867 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
3 Life Changing Motivational Lessons From Barcelona’s Historic Comeback
1 The Folly Of A 4-0 Lead PSG beat Barcelona by 4 goals in their first match. No one imagined their impressive 4-0 score-line would be overturned by the...Published: 11 Mar 2017 at 19:58hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
7 Life Changing Motivational Lessons From The Zimbabwe versus Senegal Afcon Match
Number 1: You Can Clear It Off The Line!After the otherwise impressive under-pressure goalkeeper failed to handle the ball, it looked certain to be a goal, ...Published: 21 Jan 2017 at 13:32hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What I Learnt From My Garden's Useless Bed
When I was at school there was a certain man who taught us Agriculture. Man oh man, the man would give us a severe beating when the plants in our gardens were withering. There were days in which he wo...Published: 16 Nov 2016 at 10:36hrs | 704 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Letter To My Daughter (Part 3)
Greetings my beloved daughter Your mother tells me that you loved my last letter in which I was giving you advice concerning the issues of life, but I am still waiting for your response. Now h...Published: 05 Nov 2016 at 09:12hrs | 1787 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
What I Learnt From A Lady Who Jumped The Queue!
I am in a shop and here comes this lady who jumps the queue and presents her stuff to the till operator right in front of me. When I ask her why she is jumping the queue and she just says "Sorry bhudi...Published: 01 Nov 2016 at 06:51hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
WATCH (and read) - Because Of That One….!!!
My cousin managed to complete his army training some years ago. On the day he completed his training he spent the day with me telling me about the experiences he had gone through during his training i...Published: 19 Sep 2016 at 07:12hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Duck's Search For Fresh Water: Unleash Your Creativity
(Warning: The Following Message May Change Your Life) A hen-duck leads her ducklings up to more than half a mile or more over land after hatching in order t...Published: 07 Sep 2016 at 21:55hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
The opportunistic useless soldiers
It is known that the soldiers of Saul were cowards who could not challenge the boastful Goliath (1 Samuel 17:11). But there is something interesting as we observe their reaction after the slaying ...Published: 05 Sep 2016 at 07:11hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
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The Predator Detection Instinct InspirationAnother most interesting fact about ducks is that they sleep with half their brains awake. Ducks sleep...Published: 02 Sep 2016 at 06:25hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A dose of Motivation with The Motivator
Time Mastery & ProductivityA duck lays more eggs in daylight. In the months of July to December winter months when daylight is short, they slow down their production of eggs. Sometimes, ducks ...Published: 01 Sep 2016 at 06:41hrs | 254 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
The Ten Commandments Of Writing A Book
I have written the following article because of several questions I have received from aspiring authors pertaining to writing and publishing a book. I hope many aspiring writers will find it helpful....Published: 10 Aug 2016 at 07:24hrs | 333 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
Have A Dose Of Motivation: Don't Let Me Die Here! Keep Singing By The River Bank.
Several years ago when I was still a young boy of about 9 years old, a tragedy happened in our village at Lupane. Some people who were crossing the Shangane River with a boat capsized into the river a...Published: 24 Jul 2016 at 21:51hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
My Favorite 50 Motivational Quotes
1. "I am like a crayon, I may not be your favorite colour but one day you will need be to complete the picture"- Lauryn Hill2. "They laugh at me because I am different, I laugh at them bec...Published: 22 Jul 2016 at 23:18hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation with The Motivator - A motivational lesson from a frog
A group of frogs were traveling through the woods, and two of them fell into a deep pit. All the other frogs gathered around the pit. When they saw how deep the pit was, they told the two frogs that t...Published: 21 Jul 2016 at 21:59hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator: Swim In Icy Cold Water
Ever wondered how a duck can swim in icy cold water, even when the weather is freezing? Ducks have no nerves or blood vessels in their feet. Hence, they never feel ho...Published: 18 Jul 2016 at 00:28hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator: Fix The Man
One of the ingredients of developing the essential flexibility and adaptability strategies is dealing with that person who looks at you every time you look at the mirror. I heard a story about a boy w...Published: 14 Jul 2016 at 13:21hrs | 666 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
4 life-changing motivational lessons I learnt from Dynamos
(Warning: The Following Message May Change Your Life) Number 1: Recover From A Poor StartDynamos started the season on a bad note, but recover...Published: 12 Jul 2016 at 15:54hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator - Motivational lessons I learnt from EURO2016
1. Sell Messi's Ball For US$30000! The ball which Lionel Messi kicked when he missed a penalty against Chile is being sold for US$30000 by a fan who picked ...Published: 09 Jul 2016 at 08:23hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator - The Little Boy Who Wanted To Pay His Dad!
There was a boy who went to his dad and asked him how much he earns at his workplace per hour. The dad posed for a while wondering what kind of question was this. After a while, the dad then told his ...Published: 07 Jul 2016 at 21:46hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator - Vanity Of Vanities Says The Motivator
Vanity of vanities says the motivator, this is vanity of vanities and chasing after wind. There is an evil I have seen under the sun amongst the sons of men. The universe has never witnessed a calamit...Published: 06 Jul 2016 at 01:03hrs | 1560 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator - 5 Life-Changing Lessons From The Prodigal Son
(Warning: The Following Message May Change Your Life)Lesson 1. Luke 15:11-31. The prodigal son as...Published: 05 Jul 2016 at 06:56hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
Have a dose of motivation with the Motivator : The Triple-Filter Test
In ancient Greece, Socrates the philosopher, was famous for his wisdom and knowledge. One day someone met this great philosopher and said to him, "Do you know what I heard about your friend?"...Published: 03 Jul 2016 at 21:19hrs | 848 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A motivational lesson I learnt from a bank
Some years ago I went to FNB (First National Bank) to open a bank account. The bank has two glass doors which are about one meter apart from each other. I opened the first door and thereafte...Published: 02 Jul 2016 at 14:17hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Motivational Lesson I Learnt From The Arrangement of Relay Team Athletes
There was once and there still is an argument as to which is the most effective arrangement of athletes in a relay team. Some say the best athlete (fastest runner) should be the starter and second bes...Published: 01 Jul 2016 at 14:23hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
'Miss Philips you were wrong'
There are some who are scared to step out of their nests and step-into their greatness because they believe the voices of their critics who told them that they will never amount to anything. There...Published: 30 Jun 2016 at 09:55hrs | 2874 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
4 life changing motivational lessons I learnt from Highlanders Football Club
(Warning: The Following Message May Change Your Life) Number 1: Have Soweto Stand SupportersThe Highl...Published: 29 Jun 2016 at 05:45hrs | 2054 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Life Changing Motivational Lesson I Learnt From A Security Guard
A lady worked at a meat distribution factory. One day when she was done with her work schedule she went into the meat cold room (Freezer) to inspect something. But in a moment of misfortune, the door ...Published: 27 Jun 2016 at 22:36hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator - Is It 'd' or 'p'?
(Warning , the following message may change your life)Sometime ago at a certain seminar, I asked two ...Published: 26 Jun 2016 at 20:27hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
A Dose Of Motivation From The Motivator
Once a group of 500 people were attending a seminar; suddenly the speaker stopped and decided and conducted a group activity. He started giving each person a balloon. Each person was then asked to wri...Published: 25 Jun 2016 at 21:11hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
7 Life - Changing motivational lessons I learnt from Mamelodi Sundowns
(Warning: The following message may change your life) Number One: Bench Teko Modise! When the coach put...Published: 23 Jun 2016 at 20:29hrs | 2736 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
4 life changing motivational lessons I learnt from Cristiano Ronaldo
Number 1: Play For Andorinha! Did you know that Cristiano Ronaldo (one of the world's best football players of our generation), played for a small team ...Published: 22 Jun 2016 at 22:19hrs | 2032 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
7 life-changing motivational lessons from a soccer match!
Lesson Number 1: Those who don't 'kill the match' usually get punished. Being the first to score is not a guarantee that u will win. If you don't score other goals to kill the match as a con...Published: 21 Jun 2016 at 22:49hrs | | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
6 motivational lessons from Leicester City
Then I looked under the sun amongst the sons of men & saw that there was a soccer team in England that had broken records and made history! winning their first ever title , in over 100 years of it...Published: 20 Jun 2016 at 07:19hrs | 1671 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
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