Innholdsfortegnelse for 03 September 2015 i Drum English

IN THIS issue, DRUM reporters went onto the streets of South Africa and found three adult males who are unemployed - even though they have postmatric qualifications. It is estimated that almost 60 % of South Africa’s 20- to 24-year-olds are unemployed, with Africans making up almost 66 % of this group. This is worrying as it means our young people aren’t getting the necessary workplace skills and experience they need to take the country’s economy to the next level. Unemployment is a critical issue in our country which must be prioritised by all sectors of society. Read our story on page 16 about how standing on the street has now become a new trend when it comes to job hunting. How many of us receive Please Call Me messages…

DESPITE grabbing headlines for the wrong reasons recently, Lady Luck seems to be smiling on one Afro-pop songstress. After reports surfaced that Zahara was engaged to Umhlobo Wenene FM DJ Amaza Ntshanga, with whom she has had an on-off relationship, a family member reveals that the pair are indeed tying the knot early next year. She first has to finish promoting her upcoming album, which drops at the end of the month. Amaza has already paid lobolo for Zahara and the singer is reportedly very excited about her upcoming nuptials. “It’s going to be a huge family celebration because she comes from a large family,” the source reveals, adding that they have been planning the wedding for a long time – since their engagement late last year. “They both want…

SITTING down with a king can prove to be an intimidating task – with all the protocol involved you can’t help but feel slightly overwhelmed. Such is the feeling when we arrive at Nqadu Great Place in Willowvale, Eastern Cape, where we’re scheduled to meet with His Majesty AmaXhosa King Mpendulo Zwelonke Sigcawu. As we wait outside for His Majesty’s arrival, his aides try their best to calm our nerves and insist that the King is a “down-to-earth person” who’s humble and easy to get along with. And as is tradition, the aides make it clear that we have to shout his praise name “Zwelonke” when we meet him. Then a few minutes later, a silver-grey Mercedes-Benz pulls up in front of the palace and a lanky figure dressed in…

NAME: Kesolofetse Tlatsana OCCUPATION: Call centre agent CITY: Naturena, Johannesburg APPLYING MAKE-UP PROBLEM: Kesolofetse (29) feels and looks like a teenager, which is why she called on us. To make her look her real age, our make-up artist, Faith Seuoe, created a beautiful natural-looking look for Keso. Faith also suggested that she wear a little more makeup daily. According to Faith, Keso has beautiful bone structure and she must show it off. SOLUTION: After applying a full face of make-up, Faith proceeded to show Keso how to accentuate her amazing features and complexion. We used a highlighter or bronzer to bring out her nose, chin and high cheekbones. STEP BY STEP STEP 1 Using a tapered eyeshadow or small powder brush with soft brittles, dip the end of the brush…

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Born Omar Samuel Pasley, Omi hails from Clarendon, just a stone’s throw away from the famous Kingston in laid-back Jamaica. His stage name is derived from a pet name his late father used to call him. Omi also has his dad to thank for his musical talent. “He was very in love with my mom, and he had a very good way of expressing himself musically – you could hear the soul when he sang,” the 29-year-old singer recalls. His dad passed away when he was nine, but “imprinted on me lessons and tools for a lifetime,” he says. RISE TO FAME Can you believe that Cheerleader was a big hit in Jamaica in 2012 already? “I woke up humming the melody one morning when I was 21,” Omi says.…

SHE REMEMBERS being taunted by her teachers because of her complexion and because she wore torn shoes. She never took a lunch box to school, and she was made to feel different because she was one of only two girls in a class of over 45 who were studying maths and physical science, rather than home economics. Today, Daphne Mashile-Nkosi (57), the executive chairperson of Kalagadi Manganese and CEO of Kalahari Resources, heads up a staff of around 2 800. Kalagadi Manganese, which mines for manganese in the Kalahari Basin, has offices in Rivonia, Johannesburg, not too far from Daphne’s luxurious home. Kalagadi’s mining rights cover around 6 300 hectares in the arid, manganese-rich Hotazel region in the Northern Cape, and operations take place at what is known as the…

IT’S A classic David versus Goliath scenario, with the little man taking on a corporate giant he claims bullied and misled him and stole an invention that’s making it billions. If Nkosana Makate succeeds in his third attempt at getting Vodacom to compensate him for his Please Call Me service, he will claim R10,5 billion in backdated liability – but this is his third attempt at getting them to cough up, and taking the case to the Constitutional Court is the last stone in his sling. LAST-DITCH ATTEMPT The Johannesburg High Court dismissed his claim against Vodacom last year, and if the Constitutional Court case set for 1 September fails, it will spell the end of Nkosana’s valiant five-year legal wrangle. Not surprisingly, his battle has captured public imagination because…

TSHOLOFELO NKOANA NO To be honest, this whole “beef” thing is a publicity stunt. I mean they figured the beef would be good for sales. But the bottom line is the beef is getting old, and people will soon ignore them. THENDO VHULAHANI NO The beef is old and the two rappers need to find something new to get people talking again. I also believe that the beef is a setup because they made up and now they’re back at it. KEOIKANTSE HOLELE NO Trust me when I say, these two are friends behind closed doors. They should stop because clearly they can’t fool us any longer. SANELE NKABINDE NO They are both seeking attention. It’s no longer about the music, but rather a desperate attempt to stay relevant. S…

ANELE MDODA @Anele Next tweet is from my son. Can some1 please tell this woman it is not necessary to kiss me this much. Even when I’m sleeping & when I start crying, like it’s gonna stop me. ZWELINZIMA VAVI @Zwelinzima1 When next generation ask me a question – what did you do – I must be able to say I tried everything – read history books. TOYA DELAZY @ToyaDelazy Am I crazy for thinking I can change the world? At least someone’s trying – what’re you doing? #WhyHateVideo THULA SINDI @thulasindi I have another Shame-Based-TV show concept to pitch. We show public toilets before & after . . . then show the persons face who just used it -__- NOMZAMO MBATHA @Nomzamo Mbatha I’m fortunate enough to have the…

ARE THESE two just good friends, or is there more to their relationship than we think? Judging by the recent snapshots of the pair together, it seems TV presenter Minnie Dlamini and renowned TV producer Quinton Jones, also known as Squinzo, could be smitten with each other. Does this mean the pair has moved past the “friendzone” stage? ARE THEY OR AREN’T THEY? A few weeks ago, we went out on a limb revealing Quinton as the new man in Minnie’s life (Minnie moves on, 25 June). When the story was published some of our readers might have thought the idea was a bit far-fetched. In truth, at the time we only had a handful of sources confirming our suspicions, but there were no pictures to give us hard evidence.…

MENTION his name and most women are likely to jump up and down with excitement and tell you he’s their fantasy guy. Ever since bursting onto the political scene as the mouthpiece of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Mbuyiseni Ndlozi’s good looks have earned him legions of female fans. In fact, some admirers only tune in to the Parliamentary channel to catch a glimpse of the eye-candy. Known to millions of Twitter users as “The People’s Bae”, there’s no doubt that the 29-year-old politician makes most women go weak at the knees. But, female admirers will be sad to hear that the good-looking political figure is taken. So who’s the woman that’s managed to make the no-nonsense parliamentarian and political hunk settle down? “I have admitted that Mmabatho is my…

KESOLOFETSE’S STORY “I’m a 29-year-old who works shifts and tries to keep up with fashion, yet there are days when I drop the ball. Just because I’m petite doesn’t mean I look good in everything. Getting the right fit is difficult and I end up buying clothes from the teen section. All I want is to look my age and not like a teenager.” AFTER “My makeover experience was a dream come true. You enhanced my beauty and I’ve learnt a lot about make-up and fashion. Now I can conquer the world! Ke a leboga (thank you) DRUM Team for treating me like a queen.” KEEP THE FAITH A simple dress is jazzed up with an oversized bag. LUNCH DATE Look slender and taller by pairing a fitted top with…

Q SHE SAYS IT’S NOT OVER I’m 35 and once enjoyed a relationship with a 52-year-old married woman and mother of six. We have an eight-year-old son together. I ended our relationship four years ago before her husband retired. But she insists it’s not over, saying “until death us do part”. Everything I have today I got because she was there for me. What should I do? BEN 10, ACORNHOEK A It sounds like a complicated situation. Since you share a child, technically you can’t simply walk away from any relationship with her. It also sounds like you’re not giving her a clear sense that your love relationship has ended for good. You need to have that discussion to sever any hope of rekindling your romance. Perhaps you feel guilty…

SIPHOKAZI ZUWAKHE COKI Pick your battles wisely. There’s no point in winning the war but losing your spouse. Know when to address issues as your approach will either fuel the fire or calm the storm. KENNETH KENYWISE MATHEBULA I fight fairly with my woman. When I’m wrong, I apologise and the same happens when she is wrong. KATJIE NADLAMBILI MASILELA We stay away from each other for a few minutes, maybe 15 to 20 minutes. Then we talk about the situation when we are calmer. FRANCINAH CHOKWE Solve today’s problem today, don’t carry it as a burden for the next day. Tackle the matter while it’s still fresh. Leaving problems to increase only makes matters more difficult to resolve.…

A THREE, four- or six-year tertiary education doesn’t come cheap. But how do you pay for the first year’s fees, let alone the rest of the study period? Here are a few ways to help young adults or parents prepare for the future: 1 PARENTAL INVESTMENTS This is by far the ideal choice. Parents should save for university fees diligently over the years through an education endowment policy, unit trusts or other investments like tax-free savings accounts. 2 THE NATIONAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID SCHEME (NSFAS) LOANS A student loan from the NSFAS covers the cost of studies at any of our 25 public universities. It includes tuition fees, residence or private accommodation, food, books and travel. This loan must be repaid when you complete your studies. NSFAS has very reasonable…

WE ARE taught how to pray in Matthew 6:9-13. The Lord’s Prayer sets an example that when we pray, we need to do so with humility. We must pray with all reverence and honour to God, our Father in heaven. We should no pray with a know-it-all attitude. Rid yourself of all knowledge and experience, and understand that you’re talking to an all-knowing God, the ancient of days. DO HIS WILL FIRST Before you give God a list of your requests, you must first pray for His governance over your life, your family, your community and your nation. You must have a desire to do His will first, and see it being done around you. God’s will is revealed in the Bible, so for you to pray for His will…

VIRGO 23 AUG – 22 SEP This is a week where sweating the small stuff can really pull you down. This is true about your work as well as your personality. Remember that giving your best is good enough – and so are you. On another tack, it’s a great time to get involved in projects that demand focus. You might be drawn to studying a subject requiring deep delving. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 35, 33, 37, 34, 14, 25 LIBRA 23 Sep – 22 Oct Your planet, Venus, is in forward motion this week, making it easier to find harmony in your life after feeling out of sync. It’s time to balance work, family and social requirements, as well as focus on your spiritual side. Reflect on the foundations of…

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FAST FACT When the Ice Cream hitmaker is not churning out hits, she’s at Wits University completing her final year of media studies. CHECK IT OUT! Born Genesis Gabriella Tina Manney, Gigi’s Facebook profile is on fire after she recently dropped visuals showcasing her talent in short YouTube clips. The theme for the clips is Iron Lady and the first video is called At Ease. Visit www.facebook.com/Queen.Gigi.Lamayne for more.…

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• Frying Pan Lake in New Zealand is the biggest hot spring in the world. It’s located in a crater that was formed in 1886 during an eruption of Mount Tarawera. The average temperature of the water in the lake is 55 °C. The lake is 200 metres wide and has an average depth of six metres (20 metres deep in places). • The oldest spa in the world is on Lishan Mountain in China. The stone pool at the spring dates back to the third century BC. • The word “geyser” is derived from the name of The Great Geysir in Iceland (read more about natural geysers on the next page). Geysir comes from the Icelandic word “geysa”, which means “to gush”. • Spa, a town in Belgium, has…

IT’S A quiet Thursday afternoon in the township of Orange Farm, Gauteng, a week after five innocent lives were lost in a fire. On the surface, it seems as if life here is back to normal. Not for Elizabeth Mapoone (60), though. We find her chatting to her best friend, Nonkumbulelo Tyateka (73), when we arrive at her RDP house to offer our condolences. Elizabeth lost five grandchildren in a shack fire on Sunday 9 August. The three-roomed shack which caught alight was on Elizabeth’s property. Sisters Nthabiseng Magagula (27), who lost her only child Mduduzi (4) in the fire, and Dipuo Mapoone (19) are doing their daily chores as we speak to Elizabeth. Incredibly, this is not the first time tragedy has struck the family. In 2008, Elizabeth’s eldest…

SHE’S THE former presenter of the kids show, Little Champs. On Intersexions, she played a journalist who was hell-bent on exposing a soccer player’s homosexuality. And now she portrays the life of a prostitute on e.tv’s new telenovela, Gold Diggers. It seems this multi-talented actress is determined not to be typecast. In fact, Keneilwe Matidze (33) says she strives for diversity. “I always want to play a challenging role to help me grow as an actress,” she tells us frankly. LANDING THE ROLE Her first TV role was as a troublesome teenager on Muvhango back in 2002. She’s appeared in all sorts of TV shows since then, but Gold Diggers is her biggest role to date. E.tv’s latest drama tells a very topical tale: it spotlights the mining industry and…

SHE WAS discovered during a skills competition organised by the Future Champions tournament in Gauteng. There she achieved an incredible feat of beating a large field of U-17 boys and girls, heralding her entry into top-flight soccer. Today Refiloe Jane is considered a key figure in the SA Senior National Women’s Football Team, which is on the verge of qualifying for the Rio Olympic Games in Brazil next year. Yet few people know how much more than sheer guts it has taken for the Soweto-born girl to get to where she is right now. To hone her undoubted talent, Refiloe played for boys’ teams where she never received special treatment but was kicked, rough tackled and elbowed during matches. But it helped her grow as a player, giving her an…

IT SEEMS like some of our own A-listers are following the Tinseltown trend of draping their babies in the finest gear money can buy. We saw it with Diski Divas’ Nonhle Ndala and her soccer ace boyfriend Andile Jali, as well as Kaizer Chiefs’ Tsepo Masilela and his wife Zinhle Masilela. Afro-pop star ROBBIE MALINGA and his wife ANNE MODUBU have now joined the fabulous world of celebrity tots’ stylish wardrobes. The couple’s little girl Zamokuhle’s gorgeous shoe collection is to die for. While she might only be two months old, her collection could easily rival most adults’. Fans have been given a glimpse into Zamokuhle’s wardrobe and we spotted some stylish gold pumps, trendy takkies and adorable animal slippers. Her stylish footwear selection also boasts some expensive name brands…

THE MAN suspected of murdering veteran actor MORGAN FREEMAN’s step-granddaughter and rumoured lover, E’DENA HINES, is set to appear in court this week after he stabbed her 15 times. LAMAR DAVENPORT (30) is currently in a psychiatric facility, pending a second-degree murder charge. Lamar, who has previously been arrested six times, was dating the 33-year-old actress when she was found in front of her apartment building with a knife protruding from her chest. Her neighbour, George Hudacko, saw the 3 am attack from his window and called 911. He says that while Lamar was repeatedly stabbing E’dena, he kept screaming, “Get out, devils. In the name of Jesus Christ, I cast you out”. Another witness says he heard a woman scream and then a man shouting “Jesus Christ is born”.…

IF RUMOURS are to be believed, NICK GORDON cheated on the late BOBBI KRISTINA BROWN on the night she was found face down in her bathtub. New allegations in a civil lawsuit filed by Bobbi Kristina’s estate claim that Nick drugged Bobbi with a “toxic cocktail” and drowned her in a bathtub of cold water. The lawsuit also claims a “white girl” was lying on the bed in the master bedroom as the events of the night unfolded. Sources say 18-year-old DANYELA BRADLEY, her 24-year-old “drug dealer” boyfriend Max Lomas and Nick were all at Bobbi Kristina’s home that fateful January night. Pictures have also emerged of Nick (26) pushing Danyela in a wheelchair outside the same hospital his girlfriend was later admitted to, fuelling speculation that a drug party…

CIARA has spoken out about her ex FUTURE’s criticism of her parenting style, accusing the rapper of having “double standards”. The Karate Chop rapper recently implied that Ci Ci shouldn’t allow her new man, footballer RUSSELL WILSON, to spend time with their son, Future Zahir Wilburn. “You only know this dude for a few months and you’re bringing him around your kid? Who does that? Nobody does that,” Future fumed. Ci Ci shot back with: “I feel like in a sense it’s a bit of a double standard because at one point in time when we were together, I took care of his kids as well.” Ciara, who reached out to Future’s three baby mamas while they dated, also revealed that he snubbed her attempt to arrange a meeting with…

CELEBRITIES never miss an opportunity to step out dressed to the nines. And this week is no different. Actresses, a singer, model and presenter make our list of this week’s hottest looks in Tinseltown. First up is the sexy GABRIELLE UNION. The Being Mary Jane actress was angelic in a white long-sleeved cropped top and high-waisted pants at the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge launch in West Hollywood. Her basketball star hubby, DWYANE WADE, was more casual in skinny jeans, a denim shirt and T-shirt. Also attending the launch and wearing white was actress ESSENCE ATKINS. The petite beauty’s peplum-style minidress was fresh and crisp. Meanwhile, LAVERNE COX stunned in a figure-hugging, cleavage-baring frock at the premiere of her new film, Grandma, in New York City. Also spotted in the Big…

SUN, SAND and a sexy singer . . . what more could DONALD MOATSHE have wanted for his new music video? The Denial hit-maker has outdone himself in the video for his hot new single, Never Let You Go, and DRUM caught a glimpse of it. The award-winning singer shot the music video for the single on a pristine beach in the Cape recently. The song is featured on his Black & White 2.0 DJs Edition album. While the setting is very local, you’ll be forgiven for thinking that Donald is frolicking on some overseas beach. The crew of 25 really put their hearts and souls into capturing the beauty of the Western Cape and Donald’s vision. His manager, Percy Vilakazi, reveals they had a “massive” budget to work with…

HER illustrious career has spanned decades across film, television and theatre. But today the award-winning actress is battling a more personal drama. The iconic Mary Twala now lies at home fearing for her health and her career after undergoing an alleged botched operation. The 74-year-old veteran was admitted to Helen Joseph Hospital in Joburg at the end of May for an operation. But now her condition is even worse, and she blames the hospital. HEALTH AND HOSPITAL TROUBLES What went wrong and who’s to blame? DRUM chats with Mary to hear her side of the story. However, she refuses to let us take photos of her in her current state. “I’ve been suffering from diabetes for a few years now,” the Skwizas star says. “Earlier this year, I decided to…

UNEMPLOYMENT is one of the biggest problems in our country, and many others around the world. On the home front, the latest figures from Statistics South Africa show that the number of unemployed people in the first quarter of 2015 stood at 5,2 million – about a quarter of the labour force. These numbers predictably include many without any qualifications, but they also include seemingly well-equipped and ready-for-work graduates. In a recent trend, desperate jobseekers are taking their plight to our cities’ streets. Photographs of people begging for work are becoming common on social media sites. EXPERIENCED BUT JOBLESS And contrary to popular belief, not all unemployed citizens are unskilled and unqualified. We speak to Siyavuya Nqawe (40) from Khayelitsha in Cape Town. He tells us how he ended up…

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Q SHE URINATES DURING SEX My partner urinates while we’re having sex and my sheets always get wet. I’m afraid to say anything in case she gets offended. What could be the cause and how should I deal with this situation? Please help. WORRIED, SMS A The best way to find out what is causing this is to have a clinical assessment to rule out any structural abnormalities. A clinical history from her side is crucial to determine when it started, what triggers it, if it only happens during sex and how often it has happened in the past. In the meantime, the way you can deal with the situation is to gently suggest she empties her bladder before sexual activity. If her bladder is empty then there won’t be…

IT MIGHT come as a shock to realise how quickly your children grow up. It might seem like only yesterday when you rocked your baby to sleep or celebrated birthdays at their favourite restaurant. It’s a sad reality, but the separation starts slowly. Your eight-year-old refuses your kiss when you drop her off at school, or your 10-year-old son begs you not to embarrass him by saying “I love you” in front of his friends. Then, before you know it, you have sullen teenagers on your hands. They spend hours texting their friends but have nothing to say to you – and in a flash, they’re off to university or college in another town and you don’t see them for ages. FIGHT TO STAY CLOSE It can be a fight…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Mazwi can’t stop himself from fishing for details about the blind date. Getty finds out the real reason Max asked her on a date. Karabo (CONNIE FERGUSON) is offered drugs. Smanga gets touchy-feely with Simphiwe. Cosmo feels undervalued by his family. Tau walks in on a hot male model flirting with his wife. RHYTHM CITY Zinzi starts to understand why Doc (DUMISANI MBEBE) doesn’t want her to have contact with her mother. Reneilwe finally convinces Bash that what he did was wrong. Doc and Thandeka struggle to find Zinzi. Mampho struggles to decide whether to tell Shakes that she is HIV-positive. Emmanuel gets creative in his quest to win back Mapula. SCANDAL! Gloria proves her true worth as a friend. Maletsatsi and Eddie (SANDY MOKWENA) believe they…

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…

1. ACTRESS KHANYI MBAU’S NEW MOVIE IS CALLED HAPPINESS IS A . . . LETTER-WORD? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four 2. WHICH KARDASHIAN RECENTLY LOST 15 KG IN WEIGHT? A. Kim B. Kourtney C. Khloe D. Rob 3. IN WHICH COUNTRY WILL YOU FIND THE GREAT WALL? A. China B. Russia C. India D. Iraq 4. WHICH RIVER RUNS ALONGSIDE ALEXANDRA TOWNSHIP? A. Berg B. Jukskei C. Apies D. Blood 5. LIME IS A SHADE OF WHICH COLOUR? A. Blue B. Yellow C. Green D. Orange 6. IN 2014, FOR WHICH SCHOOL SUBJECT WAS SA RANKED 146TH OUT OUT 148 COUNTRIES IN THE WORLD? A. English B. Mathematics C. Biology D. Geography 7. ELLEN JOHNSON SIRLEAF IS THE PRESIDENT OF WHICH AFRICAN COUNTRY? A. Nigeria B. Algeria…

SO YOU’RE acing all your classes, you’ve just been provisionally accepted to the tertiary institute of your dreams and the cute guy you’ve been eyeing forever has finally asked you out! Life couldn’t be better, right? Now, if only those group of girls could stop talking about you behind your back . . . Thing is, no matter how good things are going for you, or especially when things are going well for you, some people just can’t appreciate – they have to hate. Their hatred or dislike usually stems from jealousy because chances are you represent things they wish they were, or had themselves. Here’s what to do if you’re the target of any haters . . . PERFECT YOUR POKER FACE Yes, it hurts when people call you…

WHEN her husband beat her severely, she ran to the nearest police station for help and to lay a domestic violence charge against him. But instead of offering her assistance - as required by law - they arrested her. And it seems her case is just the tip of an increasingly ugly domestic violence iceberg. Ms N, who may not be named to protect her children, says after trying to lay a charge she was shocked to see her husband arrive at the same police station, where he laid a countercharge against her. WOMEN SUFFER ABUSE The police then proceeded to arrest both her and her husband, and tried to force them into the back of a police van. When she resisted they allegedly assaulted her. Ms N is now…

TURN on any radio station and chances are you’ll hear the catchy tune, followed by people humming or singing the lyrics. Nathi Mankayi’s smash hit, Nomvula, has taken the country by storm, so much so that it’s not unusual to hear his debut track wafting from cellphones as people walk around – be they in malls, at the taxi rank or petrol station. He also counts media darling and Metro FM DJ Bonang Matheba as one of his many fans. The last time we saw such hysteria surrounding a song was when Eastern Cape-born songbird Zahara hit the scene. And ironically, Nathi hails from the same province as the Loliwe hitmaker. Barely three months into releasing his debut album, Buyelekhaya, the 10-track CD is topping charts, from national radio stations…

THE DAY before our shoot, he pulls up outside our office in a new Audi A6 sedan. It’s a gift from his music executive son, he tells us proudly. After he wrote off his Mercedes in an accident that almost killed him, Sipho “Big Fish” Makhabane’s son, Nhlanhla, acted as his chauffeur for a while. “Nhlanhla (26) has been a godsend,” the 50-year-old gospel star and producer says. “My S350 was a complete write-off and, following my stint in the ICU, I couldn’t drive. “Later, when I had regained my strength, Nhlanhla came up to me and said, ‘Daddy, I’m getting you a car’. He made me choose between a sedan and a Jeep SUV, and I told him I didn’t want a big car. I was really touched by…

THEY’RE certainly one of SA’s “It couples”, but most people know very little about them because they’re so media-shy. Tsotsi star PRESLEY CHWENEYAGAE could paint the town red showing off his beautiful girl CHARLAINE KIRK, but that’s simply not this humble actor’s style. We first spotted Presley and his gorgeous partner at the Paradise Stop movie premiere back in 2011. “We’ve been together for four years and I definitely foresee marriage,” Presley said about his Swazi-born beauty at the time. We caught sight of the pair again at the recent SA Traditional Music Awards (Satma) Nominees Gala Dinner at Mmabatho Convention Centre in Mahikeng. We also managed to get Presley to speak to us for a few moments, but our interview was cut short because he was due backstage. “I’m…

EVERY year Idols SA hopefuls fight to be in the Top 16. But on Sunday 23 August, Idols SA dropped a bombshell when it announced that one of its most talented hopefuls, NONHLE MHLONGO, had dropped out of the competition for personal reasons. The 29-year-old stole the hearts of many Idols SA viewers with her rendition of TLC’s Creep and Alicia Keys’ Empire State of Mind. However, her stay in the competition was short-lived after the record company she’s signed to, DM Media, refused to release her to appear on the show. Nonhle, affectionately known as Skye Wanda, revealed that she pulled out of the competition because she was still signed with another company and, unfortunately, she couldn’t negotiate a temporary release from them. “I should have sorted this out…

BRITISH singer RITA ORA and American rapper WIZ KHALIFA’s cuddling up at the recent Teen Choice Awards has set tongues wagging. The Body On Me hitmaker was spotted backstage with the See You Again rapper, looking very cosy. Dressed in a red-hot designer pants suit, Rita (24) looked very comfortable as she leaned into Wiz’s (27) open chest while posing for pictures. The pair followed up their intimate backstage display with a supper in the wee hours of the morning, and sources say they left together too. Although neither has confirmed any rumours, Wiz left a cryptic tweet the morning after the supper, suggesting he had sweet dreams. Meanwhile, his ex, Amber Rose, is fuming after a picture of her was used in an alleged prostitution ring. A company is…

WHAT would you do if you could get up close and personal with NICKI MINAJ? Well, some of her Boyz fans (Nicki’s nickname for her male fans) felt no qualms about feeling up the Anaconda star’s wax statue at Madame Tussauds in Las Vegas recently. Although Nicki seems to have no issue with the fervent fans, rapper AZEALIA BANKS is fuming. “As much as that woman has accomplished, they had to put her on all fours? All people are gonna do is go up to that statue and take pictures shoving their crotch in her face,” she tweeted. And that’s exactly what happened. However, security at the museum has since been increased.…