Innholdsfortegnelse for 20 August 2015 i Drum English

IN THIS issue we visit TV star Sphiwe Mtshali who was happy to welcome us into his beautiful home. His story – of a man who became very successful but was diverted from the right course when he allowed his life to take a downward spiral – is an interesting one. You may remember that he used to present a children’s show and ultimately became an actor. I like that he admits that his rebellion cost him his house in the leafy suburb of Northcliff and put him right back in the dusty streets of the township. One thing we loved about this story is the fact that he’s able to concede his mistakes and move on. An author once said: “A man must be big enough to admit his…

August is Women’s Month. Do you think the campaigns being run this time of the year are doing enough to highlight the problems facing women and to showcase their achievements in society? SINGITA NGOBENI NO I think injustices against women are getting out of control. Women abuse is not an August matter, but an everyday matter. I do not know of any campaign that is making a permanent mark. BOIPELO MOKOENA NO Women face so many challenges that one month is not enough to deal with and dwell on them. Thando Thabethe’s #makeitstop campaign has since died, people are not talking about it anymore. Four weeks are not enough. JONIAH KEKANA NO Women are not celebrated in society. The real women who experience abuse are not shown by the media,…

WE GOT to know him as wild child Jonathan Motene on Generations in 2003, and then as Thula in e.tv’s Rhythm City. But for the past few years, talented presenter-turned-actor Wright Ngubeni (27) has disappeared from our small screens to pursue other business interests and behind-the-scenes opportunities. Born in Soweto, Wright first appeared on television at the age of five doing children’s shows such as Kideo and commercials. He’s also done international features such as Shadow, Human Cargo and More Than Just a Game – the latter being a docudrama, also starring Presley Chweneyagae of Tsotsi fame, about the role of soccer on Robben Island while Nelson Mandela and other freedom fighters were imprisoned there. Wright has also worked as a trainee director for SABC1’s Gospel Gold. After the scandal…

IN ONLY a few minutes, you can ensure your family has all the assistance they need to bury you in a dignified way one day. Nobesuthu Tonyela (28), from Gugulethu in the Western Cape, is an avid DRUM reader who recently took out a DRUM Family Protector Plan for the day she passes away. “We all know how important it is to have funeral cover. To me, the most important thing is that I can trust my funeral policy to provide for me when I need it to arrange a dignified funeral. I’ve been reading DRUM for years and I trust their DRUM Family Protector Plan.” She says taking out the policy was an easy process. “I took it out over the phone. I just sent them an SMS and…

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QI WANT HIM TO SUPPORT HIS CHILD I’m a single mother of a little girl. Her father deserted us, saying he’s now settled with his wife. What can I do to get him to support our child financially? SINGLE MOM, SMS A You can go to a maintenance court and get advice for the correct procedure you would need to follow to get him to comply. The law is on your side, so you just need to find out how to exercise your rights and follow the correct procedures to ensure that he takes care of his child. Go to your nearest Magistrate’s Court and find out where your nearest maintenance court is. Take certified copies of your ID and your child’s birth certificate. If you have your ex’s ID…

Society claims to say a resounding ‘’No’’ to abuse of any kind, yet the underlying, unspoken view is that if a woman doesn’t just leave, she gets what she deserves, says Philippa Sklaar, abuse survivor and co-author (with Sue Hickey) of When Loving Him Hurts: Recovery From an Emotionally Abusive Relationship (Jacana, R230). The book is a comprehensive self-help manual for any woman who has been psychologically, emotionally, or physically hurt by a man. “Healthy women would flee from an abusive relationship. Codependents have a different reaction. Their impulse is to work harder to make the relationship work. They cling. There really is no other word to describe the desperation that motivates them. “In the early stage of recovery, you have to know that you cannot trust yourself. Your thoughts…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Smanga follows through on his plan to seduce his brother’s wife. Tshidi ends up in hospital after coming clean about her new company. Gog’Flo (IVY NKUTHA ) catches Lesedi sneaking food out of the fridge. Tau is shocked when he finds out what his sister’s been hiding from him. ISIDINGO Zukisa’s feelings for Pastor Gabriel (AUBREY POO) come to the surface and he takes advantage. Angelique is livid when Nikiwe tries to talk to her client behind her back. Nina warns Sizwe that he’s focusing on the church when he should be focusing on his marriage. Lincoln must choose between his daughter and his reputation. ISIBAYA Bhekifa continues with his manipulation. Qondi offers her life in exchange for the lives of others. The Zungu family continues to…

I GREW up in a rural area, and seven years later I went to an English school in the township where I stayed with some family members because my mother was a teacher back in the village. Going to a new school was a mission because I didn’t understand English and I would literally beat other kids who spoke “this language” I could not understand. I went to the principal’s office almost every day due to swearing and hitting my peers. With time, I began to understand the language and started making friends. Even the teachers started to like me – I even have a “best improved learner” certificate to prove it. I then spent my high school years in a boarding school near farms. There was no life there,…

1. WHICH FORMER SPICE GIRL IS SOCCER ACE DAVID BECKHAM MARRIED TO? A. Ginger spice B. Baby spice C. Posh spice D. Sporty spice 2. NAME THE CAPITAL CITY OF PAKISTAN? A. Mumbai B. Karachi C. Lahore D. Islamabad 3. A DOCTOR WHO TREATS MENTAL DISORDERS IS CALLED A . . .? A. Psychiatrist B. Neurologist C. Paediatrician D. Cardiologist 4. IN WHICH TOWNSHIP WILL YOU FIND THE HECTOR PIETERSON MEMORIAL AND MUSEUM? A. Soweto B. Sharpeville C. Umlazi D. Butterworth 5. WHICH IS THE BIGGEST PLANET IN OUR SOLAR SYSTEM? A. Neptune B. Saturn C. Jupiter D. Venus 6. THE . . . IS A MAMMAL KNOWN TO SPRAY A LIQUID WITH A STRONG ODOUR? A. Hyena B. Pig C. Horse D. Skunk 7. ARGENTINA’S NATIONAL RUGBY TEAM IS…

HER WALK is more like a waddle as she struggles with the weight of her pregnant belly down the school corridor. When she met and fell in love with her boyfriend, the last thing she thought would happen was her conceiving. But towards the end of last year, she found herself struggling to cope in class because of drowsiness and severe morning sickness. “In December last year, I used to vomit violently in the mornings and felt sick all the time,” says Reneilwe Lestwalo* (20), who is now nine months pregnant. “One day I decided to take a pregnancy test which revealed that I was already three weeks pregnant.” It was a shock to say the least, particularly as she was due to start Grade 11 this year, and she…

TERRY PHETO @TerryPheto An ordinary girl blessed with extraordinary opportunities and experiences. Today is one of those experiences. NAMBITHA MPULWANA @Nambitha Reckless driving just may be your ticket to some place out of this world! RELEBOGILE MABOTJA @RelebogileM Parliament is my favourite series at the moment. SIMPHIWE DANA @simphiwedana There has to be other ways to protect the integrity of the ruling party without vilifying public servants who are just doing their jobs. NOMUZI MABENA @NoMoozlie #PASOP gonna sound like a shooting range when it drops. . . MALEH @Maleh_AfroSoul Gratitude is the key . . .…

ANEW reality show is set to hit our screens at the end of this month. From the creators of Our Perfect Wedding and Date My Family comes what promises to be even more enthralling local entertainment. Connecttv, together with other production houses such as Top Billing’s Tswelopele Productions, introduces Please Step In. The weekday Mzansi Magic family show is about families seeking interventions and it is set to get rave reviews with its concept. “It’s a family intervention show focused on serious issues families are facing, and resolving them requires an outsider’s intervention,” says the show’s publicist, Ryan van Heerden. He also promises intriguing family viewing: “Expect universal scenes that speak to a variety of family issues and a lot of touching ones, too.” And if there’s a new reality…

THE WINNING LETTER RECEIVES R300. Letters should be ABOUT 100 words. Write to us at PO Box 653284, Benmore 2010, e-mail us at letters@drum.co.za or SMS 32113 WHO’S THE GOLD-DIGGER? After I read your story on sports anchor Robert Marawa (R30 000 papgeld? 30 July), I was really disappointed and disturbed by Zoe Mthiyane’s demands. Money comes and goes, but a father-son relationship should endure forever without any impediments. Is she punishing him by asking that he pay so much money for maintenance? If it’s true, it’s tantamount to extortion. It begs the question: between Zoe and Tina Jaxa, who’s the gold-digger? FEZILE ZOZI, MAHIKENG UNEQUAL LANGUAGES It’s often said that SA is a land of equal opportunities, but I beg to differ. Yes, we do have 11 official languages,…

THE REAL-LIFE intrigue surrounding Generations: The Legacy has become such a minefield of manipulations, complications and conspiracies that fans must wonder if it has become a soapie about a soapie. In the latest saga of the once-popular show, Generations boss Mfundi Vundla is elated that after all the bad blood between him and the actors he sacked last year, one of his former employees, Vusi Kunene, is at least willing to reprise his role. Vusi will reportedly be back as love-to-hate villain Jack Mabaso. VUSI DENIES HIS COMEBACK However, the plot thickens when the actor in question claims to have no knowledge of Mfundi’s statement that he will make a comeback on Generations. When we call Vusi to ask him more about his rumoured return, he says, “I don’t know…

FORMER 7de Laan actress and television personality Vuyelwa Booi is putting Mzansi youth on the road to success by offering them a second chance at realising their dreams through education. In the SABC2 reality show, aptly called Dream School SA, she tails 15 children from disadvantaged backgrounds between the ages of 15 and 19, who have either dropped out of school or failed because of their circumstances at home, and helps them to such an extent they call her their second mother. “We take the kids through two weeks of boot camp where we get celebrity guests, tutors and psychologists to talk to and encourage them,” explains Vuyelwa (34), who replaced radio DJ Anele Mdoda as the show’s host. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER The project is close to her heart because…

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TAKEAWAY CHICKEN SCHNITZEL BURGER Enjoy this tender but crispy chicken burger with lots of Mexican flavour. PREPARATION: 15 MIN COOKING: 15 MIN SERVES 4 180 ml (¾ cup) apple cidervinegar15 ml (1 tbsp) caster sugar2,5 ml (½ tsp) saltpinch chilli powder45 ml (3 tbsp) water1 red onion, cut into rings5 preserved jalapeño chillies,sliced4 boneless chicken breasts30 ml (2 tbsp) flour2 egg yolks250 ml (1 cup) breadcrumbs2,5 ml (½ tsp) smoked paprikaoil for frying2 eggs, lightly beaten TO SERVE 4 large rolls, toasted1 avocado, slicedhandful cherry tomatoeshandful coriander leaves Preheat the oven to 180 °C. 1 Combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, chilli powder and water in a saucepan. Put over medium heat and bring to a boil. Put the onions and jalapeños in a heatproof glass bowl and pour the vinegar…

Q HOW DO I TELL HIM? I’m HIV-positive and I don’t know how to tell my boyfriend of six months. We have only slept together once and we used protection, but I am still scared to tell him. He’s a very good man who treats me well, but I’m worried he’ll hate me when he finds out. How can I tell him? SANE, E-MAIL AI can understand that you are afraid to tell him but it will do more harm than good in the long run, and you owe it to him to reveal your status especially seeing as you are in a sexual relationship with him. His maturity will determine the outcome of your disclosure. When someone receives information that could affect their lives, deciding how to deal with…

Contact People Opposing Women Abuse (Powa) on 011-642-4345/6 for counselling. For counselling help, contact Families South Africa (Famsa) on 011-975-7106/7 for your nearest centre. ADAPT can be contacted on 011-440-4047/5615 and website www.adapt.org.za Reach out to Sonke Gender Justice, a NPO whose work includes preventing gender-based violence. For counselling or a referral contact their Cape Town office on 021-423-7088, Johannesburg office on 011-339-3589 and their Bushbuckridge office on 013-795-5076.…

DISCOVERING there’s something different about your child can be very difficult, but most children with autism are healthy and have no apparent medical reason for their symptoms. Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a developmental disorder that causes a wide variety of abnormalities in social skills, language skills and behaviour. These abnormalities become apparent because of delays or going backwards in development. The condition is mostly diagnosed or recognised when children are between 18 and 36 months of age, and boys are four times more likely to be affected. Mandisa Dlomo* cried when she first noticed that her son, Themba*, didn’t respond to instructions as is expected of a two-year-old. “I tried to put his shirt on and said ‘hands up’ to him, expecting Themba to lift his arms…

A business resembles the character of the entrepreneur, so if you’d like to succeed, the journey starts with you, advises Busi Raphekwane, senior Business Mentor at The Hope Factory. Why it’s vital for entrepreneurs to focus on self-awareness: The business depends on you as the entrepreneur – a good understanding of your strengths and weaknesses will help you leverage key strengths and align them to the businesses’ core competencies. Self-aware entrepreneurs have the ability to perceive others accurately and this will help them to align their team’s strengths to the needs of the business. Successful entrepreneurs know how to harness their inner strength. Self-awareness enables you to develop an authentic personal brand. Decision making is improved through the better understanding of yourself.…

WHEN they met at the Mukwevho Milling Corporation (MMC) it was love at first sight, now Rendani (INNOCENTIA MAKAPILA) and Lwazi (LUZUKO NTELEKO) are the perfect pair. They have a lot in common because they’re both ambitious workaholics, love helping people and want to make it big in their respective industries. Rendani is crazy in love with MMC intern Lwazi and if she had her way, they’d be walking down the aisle as soon as possible, but levelheaded Lwazi wants to do right by his ladylove and take things one step at a time. Rendani’s brother, Gundo (Nkululeko Tshirumbula), and mother, Hangwani (Constance Sibiya), are fond of Lwazi and supportive of what they have because he treats their sister and daughter like a queen, but older brother Ndalamo (Lesley Musina)…

VIRGO AUG 23 – SEP 22 With the sun moving into your sign, it’s time to turn your attention to yourself and your interests. Chances are, as a Virgo, that you want to be helpful to others, but this is the time to be kind to yourself. The focus is on self-development and growth, growing your life experience and furthering your ideals. Instead of allowing little things to hold you back, spread your wings and fly high. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 44, 21, 19, 24, 7, 30 LIBRA Sep 23 – Oct 22 Since the focus is on your hopes and dreams, turn your attention to future prospects. Weighing up the pros and cons might identify a need for change. Allowing circumstances and/or people to enter your life could be stimulating.…

FOR THE KIDS Question: What do you call an alligator in a vest? Answer: An investigator! Question: In which country will you not find a vegetarian? Answer: Turkey Question: What did one eye say to the other eye? Answer: Between you and me something smells. SWEET REVENGE One morning a wife makes fried eggs for her husband. Suddenly, her husband bursts into the kitchen, yelling “Careful, put in some more butter! Oh, my gosh! You’re cooking too many at once. Too many! Turn them! Turn them now! We need more butter. Oh, my gosh! Where are we going to get more butter? They’re going to stick! Careful. Careful! I said be careful! You never listen to me when you’re cooking! Never! Turn them! Hurry up! Are you crazy? Have you…

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THE TOP three contestants in the 2015 Championship Boerewors competition were announced on Saturday 1 August at the Hop ’n Vine Festival at The River Club in Cape Town. Their boerewors will be on sale at Shoprite and Checkers from 28 August to 10 September 2015 and customers will then vote for their favourite. The recipe with the most votes will be announced on Wednesday 16 September and become the 2015 Championship Boerewors. For more information on the competition, go to www.championshipboerewors.co.za George Baloyi, who is Checkers’ regional meat market manager for Gauteng North, was ecstatic when his name was announced. It is, after all, his fifth entry and this is his first time in the final. He came second in his region twice before and was regional winner twice…

FREEDOM cannot be achieved unless women have been emancipated from all forms of oppression.” These were the wise words of the late Nelson Mandela at the opening of the new Parliament in 1994. From the beginning of his presidency, it was clear to him that no major success was possible without gender equality. He was well aware that women have always been involved in the liberation struggle and that they have fought in every battle. However, even in a democratic South Africa, women still have a long way to go in fighting for their rights in the workplace and society in general. TARGETS Activists previously thought that it was the law which suppressed women. However, after numerous amendments over the last 20 years, not much has changed, according to International…

AT THE recent launch of Miss Heritage 2015, at House Higgo Boutique Guesthouse in Northcliff, Joburg, we were pleasantly surprised to see familiar but off-the-radar-lately entertainment figures. One such figure is singer-turned-businessman NHLANHLA SHABANGU. Spotting him was like a real blast from the past. He’s most famous for being one of the tenors of the now-defunct 1990s pop band, Twins. The band was made up of two sets of twins: Nhlanhla’s brother, Lucky (who is currently in jail for theft), and Leslie and Percy Sithatho. Today, he’s more involved in business. “My involvement with Miss Heritage is that I’m the inaugurated president,” he says. “I’m in charge of all the international countries and all franchisees, and I’m also in charge of all the international relations that we have with various…

HE’S BEEN hailed as one of the greatest rappers of our time, a shrewd businessman and, of course, he’s married to the hottest woman in showbiz. Now, JAY Z (45) can add peacemaker to his list of credits. This follows a revelation by pop princess TAYLOR SWIFT that she buried the hatchet with KANYE WEST with the Hov’s help. The Bad Blood singer says she wasn’t ready to be friends with Kanye “until I felt like he had some sort of respect for me, and he wasn’t ready to be friends with me until he had some sort of respect for me”. She then became friends with Jay (real name Shawn Carter), and it was important for him that Taylor and the Yeezus rapper be on good terms. “And then…

SHE’S BEEN linked to American actor Leonardo DiCaprio, French soccer star Karim Benzema and now rumour has it RIHANNA is dating another sportsman – British F1 driver LEWIS HAMILTON. The Mercedes driver, who dated Nicole Scherzinger on and off for eight years, couldn’t keep his eyes off RiRi (or was it her eye-catching bejewelled bikini?) when he joined her for a carnival in her home town recently The Formula One World Champ, who hides a toned hot bod under his racing gear, was also seen bumping and grinding with the Bad Girl pop star. However, neither have confirmed dating rumours. In fact, sources say the B*itch Better Have My Money hitmaker is keeping her options open. “Rihanna is dating now and she hasn’t put a label on anyone. She is…

USUALLY where there’s smoke, there’s fire. But Hollywood heartthrob WILL SMITH has shut down repeated rumours of splitting from his wife, JADA PINKETT SMITH. In an unusual move, the Focus star took to Facebook to deny divorce rumours. “Under normal circumstances, I don’t usually respond to foolishness. (Because it’s contagious) But . . . Jada and I are . . . NOT GETTING A DIVORCE!!!!!!!!!!!!! [sic]” His comments follow speculation that the couple is heading for Splitsville after pictures of Jada enjoying a solo trip in Hawaii emerged. Jada later took to Twitter and said: “My King has spoken”, effectively silencing all the haters . . . for now! Turns out that JOE JACKSON’s stroke was caused by the 87-year-old popping three Viagra pills. The Jackson family patriarch was in…

JUST before the new seasons of our favourite TV shows got underway, some of its stars embarked on a nationwide press tour which started with the Disney ABC Television Group’s 2015 Summer TCA Press Tour in Beverly Hills, California. Members of the press who write about these popular shows got to interact with the stars and crews of some of the shows that have us glued to our screens every week. We love Scandal aka The Fixer’s leading lady KERRY WASHINGTON’s ensemble. She stunned in a high-waist skirt and matching top with lush baroque prints. Also in prints was Black-ish’s TRACEE ELLIS ROSS, who brought a bit of spring onto the red carpet in her knee-length dress. Looking striking as ever, American Crime star REGINA KING added bold colours to…

THANK you for your inspiring story about gospel sensation Andile kaMajola (Hold on and persevere, 6 August). It‘s heart-warming and encouraging that he managed to overcome adversity to be where he is today. This is a clear indication that the problems we face are not insurmountable. He even touched the burning issue of child molestation. Most men don’t want to go there. He showed true leadership by sharing what he went through. Whatever we go through as children – be it child abuse or being taken advantage of by those who think they are more powerful than us – it’s not our fault. We need to keep moving forward. However, child molesters must be stopped in their tracks. Andile says he’s forgiven the molester and prayed for him. That’s fine…

ONE OF the world’s most powerful women, Oprah Winfrey, once said, “You can have it all, but not at the same time.” This is something one of Mzansi’s own powerful female businesswomen can attest to. And as we celebrate Women’s Month, we couldn’t think of anyone better than the phenomenal Basetsana “Bassie” Kumalo to honour. This 41-year-old TV icon certainly seems to have it all: a happy family, strong marriage and thriving career. But she’s cautious. “You have to keep it real,” she tells us. A tough call for someone whose claim to fame includes former beauty queen, executive producer, speaker, mentor, businesswoman, philanthropist, mother, wife and overall Superwoman. “I don’t know how to be a lady of leisure,” the beauty admits. ON TOP OF HER GAME Bassie’s head for…

PERSEVERANCE and patience is a winning recipe for success, and celebrity fashion designer Matome Seshoka is proof of that. He has realised his childhood dream after overcoming various obstacles that almost derailed his pursuit of his passion – designing high-end garments. Now, it seems his determination and self-belief have finally paid off. We catch up with the fashion-forward 30-year-old Antherline Couture Studio entrepreneur at his studio in Northcliff. Here’s what he had to say about his journey, succeeding and helping young people make it in the ever-competitive fashion industry. When did you start your business? I started my business in 2006. As a child, I always had a keen interest in sketching garments while in class, so I only decided to pursue my passion for fashion in 2006 when I…

HE DIDN’T have it easy growing up; by the age of 18 he had lost both his parents and had to fend for himself. Then, just as he thought things were looking up for him, they quickly went awry when he had to drop out of his tertiary studies because of a lack of funds. But he was undeterred. He tried for Idols SA twice, with no luck. But being the determined young man that he is, Philip Dube (25) didn’t give up and he later landed the prestigious part of Simba in the Lion King musical production in Hong Kong where he also launched his debut album, Colours. We speak to him about living abroad and his already stellar career. Tell us a bit about your childhood. I grew…

NANDI’S STORY “I am a 35-year-old customer service consultant at a bank, and I have lived in various parts of South Africa. The past few years have been about self-discovery. I went on a spiritual journey to find my purpose, and now I want to serve God and be a community builder. I’m so excited about this, but I am now faced with the challenge of looking the part. “A few months ago, I cut the dreadlocks I’d worn since 2011 as they no longer felt appropriate. Now, I need help to define my look further.” NANDI’S REACTION “I have had the time of my life. All the outfits are beautiful and I’m walking away with good tips going forward. Goodbye yesterday – my new beginning starts now!” WEDDING WEAR…

JALAPEÑO POPPER PIZZA Do you love jalapeño poppers? Here’s a pizza that combines all the delicious popper ingredients. PREPARATION: 10 MIN COOKING: 15-20 MIN SERVES 4 1 kg readymade bread dough 60 ml (¼ cup) olive oil 125 ml (½ cup) cream cheese 200 g mozzarella cheese, grated 1 round feta cheese, crumbled 60 ml (¼ cup) mayonnaise 60 ml (¼ cup) pickled jalapeño slices 1 onion, sliced into rings 200 g diced bacon, fried until crisp Preheat the oven to 230 °C. Grease 2 large baking sheets with non-stick spray. 1 Divide the dough into 4 pieces. On a floured surface, roll into rough circles. 2 Dust the baking sheets with flour and arrange the dough circles on the baking sheets. Drizzle the olive oil over and bake for…

VIRGINIA MOTLOUTSI Those who say “yes” are usually in those kinds of relationships. We think it can be fixed because we get glued to these abusers and love them too much because they are sweet talkers. PAMELA OLIPHANT WILLIAMS No, it can’t. You can’t trust a person who doesn’t treat you right. We often make excuses as to why or how we were abused. The truth is scars will always be there to remind you. HECTOR SEKATI Both parties need counselling and if the issue between the two is not resolved, the best way is to break up, otherwise suicide or murder will occur. DITSHELE MABOKELA Abuse shouldn’t be part of a relationship. A person who loves you won’t harm you. Once it starts, it never ends. Victims blame themselves,…

IT’S AN open secret that women in South Africa do not earn as much as their male counterparts. Although the gap has narrowed, the average income for a woman is less than that of a similarly qualified man. And although women tend to outlive men, they often end up working fewer years because they take time off to raise children or care for elderly or ill relatives. When you consider these facts, it’s clear that when preparing for retirement or longterm savings, women need to save more than men. As we celebrate Women’s Month, we encourage all women to review their financial position. Here’s what you should look out for: 1 LIFE AFTER A CAREER Pension and provident payouts are calculated using a salary, so women tend to get lower…

A DREAM can be defined in various ways. It’s also a vision or goal one has in life. Naturally, we all dream while we’re asleep – sometimes they’re good dreams and other times they’re nightmares. Hopefully these words will wake you up from your nightmare of a life without purpose and give you drive. So grab a seat . . . Everyone has dream, the only difference is that some people have already realised their dreams, while others are still trying to figure out what theirs are. For some people, it might seem as if their dreams are impossible to achieve, whereas others are living it in full pursuit. We need to realise that courage is essential to pursue a dream. Let’s face it, every dream is unique to an…

YOU MIGHT know the group of “cool kids” who hang around with cigarettes dangling from their lips after school or sneak smoke breaks at lunchtime. Maybe they have even offered you a puff. But before you go ahead and light up, know what you’re getting yourself into. Each time you take a drag, you inhale 400 toxic chemicals, which can affect you in many ways . . . 1 IT CAUSES BAD BREATH. If you’re a non-smoker who has kissed a smoker, then you’ll know that it’s like kissing an ashtray! That’s because once you’ve smoked a cigarette, the smoke stays in your lungs for hours, hence the stale scent of a smoker’s breath. If you continue smoking, you’re also likely to develop stained teeth. Yikes! 2 IT’S BAD FOR…

THREE OF the most famous Western composers are Johann Sebastian Bach, Ludwig van Beethoven and Johannes Brahms. Collectively, they’re usually known as the three B’s. Bach is a master of the Baroque period, Beethoven represents the Classic period and Brahms is remembered for his works from the Romantic period. INSTRUMENT CLASSIFICATION Not all musical instruments can be easily classified in the Western system. So the Hornbostel-Sachs system, based on the way an instrument vibrates to make a sound, overcomes this problem. There were initially four categories but an electric category was later added to keep pace with the latest technology. These are the five categories: Idiophone: This instrument produces sound by itself vibrating (without strings or membranes). They can be shaken like rattles, struck like castanets, tuned like the mbira…

SHE’S COME a long way since she first appeared on the cover of DRUM in 1978 wearing a midriff-baring T-shirt that revealed her toned tummy. At the time, Nakedi Ribane told us that she dreamt of becoming a model, journalist and lawyer. Now, 37 years later, when we meet her at a pizza place in Morningside, north of Joburg, she’s achieved all those lofty goals. Nakedi, who declines to reveal her age but admits to being in her 50s, has dazzled the world with her long, beautiful legs and gorgeous body, appearing in a variety of magazines worlwide as a sought-after model in the early ’80s. Her global modelling career opened doors for acting jobs and many people in the townships still remember her as Senthaolele, a madwoman who rattled…

HIS HOME looks much like the other bungalows that dot the Springs Extension landscape. But we’re thinking it must be furnished with a recording studio, at the very least. Actually, we figure he’d go all the way and have an in-house sound engineer and session vocalists on standby too. “Not so much,” he chuckles. In reality, singer-turned-minister Sipho Kaleni has very different dreams. “There would be a grand piano room and the window of that room would be facing east, and I’d be in that room in the early morning downloading sounds. “A home studio would be great,” the 39-year-old entertainer continues. “You need that to capture your creative ideas. “I play keys. It’s easy for me to catch a riff or progression. Ideas keep coming. I avoid going to…

UMLILO, e.tv’s intriguing TV drama, is back with a bang for a second season. This was revealed at the Umlilo Dinner held at Pigalle restaurant in Sandton. The free-to-air channel’s Group Head: Channel Division, Monde Twala, said during the show’s first season it had 1,2 million viewers. “We are proud to welcome back Umlilo to our screens as we continue to tell authentic Mzansi stories that resonate with the audience,” he said. NOMZAMO MBATHA, who plays Kwezi in the series, told us that alternating between shooting for Isibaya (Mzansi Magic’s TV drama) and Umlilo was challenging, but interesting. “It’s been an interesting experience shooting both at the same time because they are so different and my character in Umlilo is going to be much more intriguing than in the first…

SINGER and Hunger Games star LENNY KRAVITZ has given new meaning to the phrase “rock your pants off” after he had a wardrobe malfunction at a concert in Sweden recently. The 51-year-old rocker’s skintight leather pants split mid-song, giving fans more than an eyeful as he wasn’t wearing – or doesn’t wear – underwear. The incident inspired a “penisgate” hashtag on social media after former American Idols judge and Aerosmith rocker Steven Tyler sent Lenny a tweet.…