Innholdsfortegnelse for 18-Feb-16 i Drum English

IT looks like the walls are crumbling around our President. The fact that he’s hiring private advisers and has declared that he’ll pay back some of the money spent on Nkandla shows that he’s realising his days of looting SA’s resources are numbered. But, just like a cat with nine lives, Jacob Zuma might survive and come out unscathed. The only thing that we need as South Africans is for ANC leaders to stop pretending Zuma isn’t a liability to this nation. If they continue to turn a blind eye, it will only make the problem even worse. Zuma has cost us so much that some of us are beginning to ask God in our prayers what we did as a nation to deserve the punishment of such a bad…

NTHABELENG MOROKE NO I don’t think so. People will always have a problem with him owning Nkandla since it’s ridiculously big. NSOVO HLUNGWANI NO I don’t think people will stop talking about him even after he has paid. They will just keep on complaining that he used our money to pay up. BONGANI MOHAULE NO The money that Zuma owes is a lot. I don’t think he’ll be able to pay it back because even if he does, people won’t be satisfied. KOKETSO BUDA NO Him saying that he will pay might be a publicity stunt now that the local elections are around the corner. He has promised us a lot and still he hasn’t delivered, so what makes us believe that he will pay the full amount that he…

THEY SAY a change is as good as a holiday. He yearned for it, his acting career needed it, and so that’s what he did. The former Isidingo actor known as Meshack Mavuso took a much-needed break from the small screen. Fast-forward four years, and he’s back on TV. We speak to the seasoned actor many came to love as the scallywag student Javas in the popular ’90s drama series Yizo Yizo, and discover his sabbatical has transformed him in many ways. Dressed smartly in jeans and navy jacket, he politely introduces himself as Mavuso Magabane. Why did he change his name? “It’s a long story, but to cut it short I found my dad about seven years ago,” he begins, “But because I still want to honour my grandfather,…

THE LEAD vocalist of the multi-award-winning group The Soil, Buhle Mda, has announced that in March she will be taking a break from the group to heed an ancestral calling. The 28-year-old songstress made the announcement on Facebook via a video clip last month, in which she said: “As Africans, at times we have to answer to greater beings than ourselves. Hence I will be taking some time out to concentrate on my own ancestral callings. Strength to me. So, from March this year I will be absent from all performances with The Soil. But don’t be scared – I’m leaving you in these harmonious hands [pointing to her male bandmates Luphindo (29) and Ntsika Ngxanga (27)].” The band is currently looking for a replacement and auditions were held earlier…

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WHAT YOU GET: Week 1: A new diet. Weeks 2, 3 and 4: An eating plan for the week, PLUS recipes, PLUS expert tips. So if you want to drop a few kilos, don’t miss an issue! USE PROTEIN sources that are naturally low in fat like beans, lentils and chickpeas to plan your meals around, is one of dietitian Fiona Blankenberg’s handy tips for vegetarians this week. “Try not to use high-fat cheese to replace meat. Soya milk that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D provide amounts of calcium similar to that of dairy products and is low in cholesterol and fat,” she explains. “Make your own veggie burger using beans, lentils or chickpeas. Herbs and spices are also an important part of your diet. Try adding coriander…

“Have your annual medical check-up around the same time every year to detect any changes” I’M DEPRESSED Q I want to know what’s wrong with me. I don’t like the way I am, which is very thin. I wear lots of layers of clothing underneath my trousers, like maybe five pairs of pantihose to make me look fat. I also recently discovered that my mother is my father’s cousin, so I don’t know if that could be the problem. I’m so depressed. I sleep a lot because I get tired very quickly and this is interfering with my life and career. I want to gain weight, too. I always have to wear lots of clothes whether it’s hot or cold. Please help me. I am very desperate. CS, E-MAIL A…

GOD IS love and he is the true meaning of love. He is the one who teaches us how to love because His love is unconditional. God loves us even when we disobey Him and don’t live according to his law. This is the ultimate expression of love that anyone can show. He gave sinners His only begotten son. Therefore, God expects us to love our neighbours and even our enemies because He, too, does not show partiality in His love towards us. PRACTICAL STEPS OF WALKING IN LOVE 1 SELF-LOVE Learn to love yourself as you are because you are wonderfully and fearfully created in God’s image to display the beauty of the Creator. You are not a mistake – your race or creed is just as God intended…

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By SIYABONGA KAMNQA Pictures: MDUDUZI NDZINGI IF HE’D listened to the prophets of doom who told him how he’d never make it in life, he would have given up long ago. He grew up in a family of five who depended on the meagre salary of their domestic worker mother. This meant the young Shakes Dlutu had to wash cars in order to help out. “Life was very tough for me as a youngster,” he recalls. “I remember having to constantly run from security guards in trains by jumping from one carriage to the next, as I couldn’t afford a ticket. “On top of that, there were times when we went to bed on an empty stomach and had to endure winter rains in our leaking shack!” he says. But…

‘We have assembled a balanced and hungry squad’ THISYEARcommemorates 20 years since Bafana Bafana won the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) tournament at the FNB Stadium in Joburg, and the man who coached that magnificent team feels municipalities across the country should name the country’s streets after those players. Clive Barker, the coach of the “Dream Team”, says the triumph heralded a new dawn for the country a year after the Springboks had also won the 1995 Rugby World Cup. This was an emphatic triumph for former President Nelson Mandela, who believed sport had the ability to unite people. “To this day, I still regard myself as a nation builder,” says Mark Williams, scorer of the two goals against Tunisia in the final. “I mean, my goals ensured that the…

NOTHENDE› @nothende Shout out to all the people out there who work just as hard to build others, as they do themselves. ALIVE @Unathimsengana Good Luck for idolssa auditions in PTA tomorrow! Can’t wait to see you! KING LOOT @LootLove I’m grateful i still have the courage to Love. #Gratitude #LOSTWITHOUTYOU @briantemba Sooooooo???? What do you think of the state of our music industry? SOPHIE NDABA @Sophla_Ndaba Morning Angels! Remember you are who God says you are, not what random people think & assume you are! Have an awesome productive day!!!…

THE BLOOD trail, the mysterious footprint, the glove, the highway chase and the verdict! Almost 22 years after the double murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, the case is back in the spotlight in American Crime Story: The People v. OJ Simpson. Orenthal James “OJ” Simpson (68) was the toast of the American football industry at the height of his career in the late ’60s and early ’70s. His on-field prowess brought him an acting career, million-dollar endorsement deals, celebrity friends and ladies. In 1967, Simpson married Marguerite L. Whitley and they had three children. They divorced in 1979. The Juice, as he was known, then met an 18-year-old waitress, Nicole Brown, in 1977 while still married to his first wife. The couple married in 1985, five years…

ATHLETE OSCAR PISTORIUS (29)  2015: He was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine’s Day 2013, but has not been sentenced yet. BOXER MIKE TYSON (49)  1992: Convicted of rape, served three of six years. 1999: Convicted of assault, served nine months of a 1-year sentence. 2007: Possession of narcotics and driving under the influence – 24 hours in jail, 360 hours of community service and 3 years probation. BASKETBALLER JAYSON WILLIAMS (47)  2010: Convicted of covering up his chauffeur’s death. Jayson’s shotgun went off while he was toying with it while showing off his mansion to teamates in 2002, fatally hitting his driver in the chest. BOXING PROMOTER DON KING (84)  1954: Shoots and kills Hillary Brown, who attempted to rob one of King’s gambling houses.…

STANDING UP FOR MBEKI It’s about time that someone defends former president Thabo Mbeki. I’m glad that former Reserve Bank Governor Tito Mboweni (in his Facebook letter) and author Zakes Mda have come out to defend him and bash the label of “aloofness”. Mboweni said he’d rather describe Mbeki as “cool” and “formal”, and I think many people would agree with that. As a president, he made a major mistake with his lack of leadership and HIV policy and that is something for him to deal with, and sadly a blot on his legacy. Yet we must also remember that the country enjoyed tremendous economic growth under his leadership. And if we look at where our beloved country is now under his successor, then I’m sure many citizens would take…

A LOT HAS been said about this award-winning, platinum-selling Afro-soul singer. But not all of it is true, and Lungile Khumalo (25), better known as Naima Kay, seems to be getting a little frustrated with the rumour mill. Recently the gossip rags had a field day because she was supposed to be in a relationship with 22-year-old Gagasi FM hip hop DJ, Junior De Rocka. But Naima tells DRUM the claim is rubbish. The talented singer from Port Shepstone, KZN, is adamant that the DJ, whose real name is Junior Mzizi, is not a love interest. “I can never and will never be Junior De Rocka’s girlfriend, even if he asks me to,” the Leli Langa Ngelami hitmaker assures us. “He is not my type. We are good as friends,…

YOU NEED 1 x old pallet Sandpaper 4 x 125 mm heavy-duty swivel castor wheels Sheet of glass Washers Drill and screws Rubber tacks STEP 1 Use the sandpaper and sand down the pallet – you want a rustic look without the splinters. STEP 2 Lay the pallet face down on a flat surface. Put a castor wheel, flat side against the timber, on each corner. STEP 3 Put a washer on each of the factory-drilled holes on the castor wheel (this will ensure the screws don’t slip out when moving the coffee table around) and use a drill and screws to fasten the wheel in place. Repeat for the rest of the wheels. Turn the pallet right-side up. STEP 4 Put the glass sheet on a flat surface –…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Wandile loses it when a guy hits on him. Angela is taken aback by Vuyo. The Diales are shocked to hear Lesedi was attacked. Lucy is appalled by Namhla’s (THULISILE PHONGOLO) “solution”. Zola starts to doubt Karabo. Tau manipulates a situation. Adze’s gesture is ruined. Tshidi takes heed of Bab’Msibi’s grim warning. Lucy wants the young lovers to break off their engagement. SCANDAL! Mangi doesn’t realise he’s in danger. Thembeka decides to conceal a shocking event. Gloria makes a radical suggestion to Ingrid. Scelo goes into heavy older brother mode. Quinton (BRIGHTON NGOMA) makes a decision about Naledi. Hector receives intriguing info about Layla. Layla’s surprised to find herself instantly attracted to someone. Mangi’s unaware of the trouble coming. ISIDINGO Bradley makes a costly assumption. Zukisa (NOLUTHANDO…

THUMBS DOWN A boy has reached the age of four without giving up the habit of sucking his thumb. His mother has tried everything from bribery to reasoning to covering it with lemon juice to discourage the habit. Finally, she tries threats, warning her son that, “If you don’t stop sucking your thumb, your stomach is going to blow up like a balloon.” Later that day, walking in the park, mother and son see a pregnant woman sitting on a bench. The four-year-old considers her gravely for a minute, then goes up to her and says, “Uh-oh . . . I know what you’ve been doing.” IDLE THREAT One day, a cowboy rides into a Wild West town. The people in the town love to play jokes on visitors. After…

MAN OF MANY TALENTS We love how the 25-year-old stud has made a name and career for himself as a model, TV presenter, actor and businessman without riding on the success of his famous father, retired soccer legend Marks Maponyane. But if there’s one thing he can thank his father for, it’s good genes! GIRL POWER Before gracing our screens, Nomzamo Mbatha (25) studied accounting as numbers are her “first passion”. She got into showbiz after a friend dared her to audition for a MTV Base VJ search. What’s the secret to this Durban-born beauty’s success? “If a young girl doesn’t love herself for who she is, she will never be able to pursue the things she rightfully deserves in this life.” Preach, sister! MOVIE MAGIC In the movie Tell…

MANY OF us use cars to travel to the shops or school without giving it much thought. But can you imagine how different life would be if you still had to travel by horse-drawn cart? Your family wouldn’t be able to go away somewhere for a weekend at the drop of a hat – it would simply take too long to cover the distance. Like most technological developments, the car had to undergo a series of changes before it looked the way it does today. And no single designer can get all the credit for the modern motor car. Let’s take a look at some of the most important developments throughout the centuries. BEFORE CARS Without wheels, a car wouldn’t be able to move. One of the most important inventions…

‘To make it in the industry, you must be educated about who you are ‘ THEY are young, talented and very determined to take over Mzansi’s entertainment industry. Reality TV stars Thomas Gumede, Siyabonga “Scoop” Ngwekazi and Lungile “Lungsta” Radu are all smiles as they arrive at our offices on a cloudy afternoon. The chemistry is palpable between the trio and their presence permeates the atmosphere with jokes and laughter. We chat about the pressures of the industry, how they keep themselves relevant in the ever-evolving world of entertainment, and fatherhood. Actor, comedian, television personality and producer Thomas is celebrating 11 years in showbiz this year. He’s made quite a name for himself, bagging two South African Film and Television Awards (Safta) gongs – one for Best Actor in a…

AWARDS season is in full swing! It feels like our favourite Hollywood A-listers are just lining up to show off their exquisite gowns and ensembles. While the big events were grabbing attention, launches and premieres had their share of stunners. Actress PATINA MILLER’s monochrome off-the-shoulder gown flattered her toned figure to perfection at the Emmy’s. Mom of twin boys ZOE SALDANA (37) also stunned in a little black dress at the 16th Annual Latin Music Awards, showing off her enviable post-babies bod. Proving once again that you can’t go wrong in black, ZENDAYA COLEMAN’s fun and flirty frock with its big playful bow was a winner at the launch of her Daya By Zendaya Shoe Collection in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, George Clooney’s wife AMAL CLOONEY, NAOMIE HARRIS and MINDY KALING…

THE STORY about Pastor Sthembiso Zondo (From disgrace to grace, 4 February) shows the importance for men of the cloth to “practise what you preach”. Talk about holiness and obedience to God is cheap when your actions prove otherwise, as the pastor found out at a dear cost. Social media is such a powerful tool and compromising situations can be viewed over and over again by thousands of people within minutes. Websites like Twitter and Facebook can be a blessing (in spreading important news that people can use or need to know about), or a curse – depending on what you are caught doing. Now the pastor is asking the nation for forgiveness. Christianity is about grace and second chances, so perhaps he deserves the benefit of the doubt. His…

CONSTANTLY living with the burden of knowing you’ve taken a life is fortunately something most of us don’t have to deal with. But for Generations: The Legacy actress Manaka Ranaka, knowing she was responsible for ending the young life of Millicent Mbonani (18), a Grade 12 pupil at Leondale High School in Ekurhuleni, is a constant daily struggle. When we track Manaka down at her partner Thabo Monareng’s home in Auckland Park, Joburg, she’s willing to talk about the widely-reported accident in which she knocked down a pedestrian on the N3 in December last year. “The accident has become part of my life,” Manaka says frankly. “I’m not shy to talk about it.” But her pain is evident when she relates the events of the fateful day that changed her…

WHEN stories about her husband’s rumoured affair were splashed all over the tabloids last year she promised herself it wouldn’t break her. As the wife of Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba – and someone who loves showcasing her designer gear under her Instagram account name @mrs_gigabyte – Nomachule “Norma” Gigaba is used to being in the limelight. But it’s quite another matter when you’re in the spotlight because of a public spat on Instagram between you and your husband’s alleged lover. “I told myself I’m not sinking with this thing; I’m going to rise above it,” Norma says. And that’s exactly what she did. Seated next to her husband in the enormous lounge of their plush seven-bedroom home in the Pretoria suburb of Waterkloof Ridge, Norma, an IT specialist, looks…

MAKE-UP can be a drag when temperatures soar, but you don’t have to go au naturel – knowing when to use what can definitely come in handy. Some items in your cupboard can double up as two-in-one products, while you can keep others for special occasions. LIGHT COVERAGE Just like you’d choose a lighter summer wardrobe, your skin shouldn’t feel weighed down with too much product. While you still want flawless, radiant skin, there’s a way of achieving it without going overboard. TRY THIS Substitute your moisturiser with BB cream, so you won’t have to wear many layers of product. BB cream also has sunscreen properties, so you can skip your sunscreen application. Swap your foundation for CC cream; it gives enough coverage with a lightweight feel. If you want…

COCONUTTY LAMINGTONS Small sponge cake squares are dipped in chocolate, then covered in coconut – yummy! PREPARATION: 15 MIN COOKING: 30 MIN MAKES 40 SPONGE 120 g butter, softened 125 ml (½ cup) caster sugar 2 eggs 200 ml (¾ cup) self-raising flour, sifted 15 ml (1 tbsp) cocoa, sifted 5 ml (1 tsp) baking powder, sifted 10 ml (2 tsp) coffee powder 15 ml (1 tbsp) boiling water 60 g dark chocolate, melted COATING 400 g dark chocolate, melted 60 ml (¼ cup) icing sugar, sifted 45 ml (3 tbsp) milk 2 handfuls desiccated coconut Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Grease and line a rectangular pan. Set aside. 1 SPONGE Cream the butter and sugar together until light, thick and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time…

“Love yourself enough to be able to be on your own” LOOKING FOR LOVE Q I’m a 35-year-old guy and I want to get married, but I can’t find the right partner. It seems all the ladies I meet are playgirls. I’m so stressed and feel hopeless. What am I supposed to do? Please help. LOVELESS, SMS A Stop trying so hard and don’t make it a stressful situation by anticipating disappointment. Firstly, if you’re attracting the same type of girl all the time, where are you looking and how much of a playboy are you? Are you being the type of person that you are looking for? If you’re one thing and looking for something else, then it’ll take you longer to find the right kind of partner. Be…

PISCES 19 FEB – 20 MAR It’s that magical time of blowing out candles and of wishing for dreams to come true. You might want to invite your friends over for a party to celebrate your special day. On a more serious note, instead of just drifting into it, endeavour to enter your year with clear intentions and set goals. Aims are not only things to dream about, but also to bring about. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 14, 47, 32, 9, 26, 23 ARIES 21 Mar – 19 Apr It’s time to be proactive with money matters, especially when it comes to joint resources. You and your partner, personal or business, might want to focus on ways and means to expand your investments. It’s also a great time to evaluate your…

1. WHICH CITY IS HOSTING THIS YEAR’S METRO FM MUSIC AWARDS? A. East London B. Grahamstown C. Durban D. Bloemfontein 2. WHICH BIBLICAL CHARACTER PRAYED FOR THE SUN TO STAND STILL TO FINISH A BATTLE? A. Moses B. Saul C. David D. Joshua 3. THE COLLECTIVE NOUN FOR A GROUP OF FISH IS . . .? A. Pod B. School C. Pride D. Team 4. WHICH CAR’S LOGO IS A BLACK PRANCING HORSE ON A YELLOW BACKGROUND? A. Fiat B. Mercedes-Benz C. Ferrari D. BMW 5. WHICH STAR BATSMAN RESIGNED AS THE PROTEAS’ TEST CAPTAIN RECENTLY? A. Hashim Amla B. JP Duminy C. Dale Steyn D. Quinton de Kock 6. NAME THE CAPITAL OF RUSSIA? A. Brussels B. Saint Petersburg C. Moscow D. Munich 7. WHICH PART OF THE BODY…

'How is she going to execute her traditional chores in Mvezo?' NO ONE saw it coming – after his well-documented marital woes it seemed like he was done with weddings for good. But controversial Parliamentarian and Mvezo chief Nkosi Zwelivelile Mandla Mandela surprised naysayers when he married Cape Town beauty Rabia Clarke earlier this month. The closely-guarded Muslim ceremony, known as a nikkah in Islam, was held at Hidayatul Islam Masjid in Kensington, Cape Town. Apparently, the groom converted to Islam three months ago. Soon after the wedding, Mandla released a statement via his Twitter page sharing his delight: “I am honoured and delighted to announce my marriage to Rabia Clarke in Cape Town on 6 February,” he tweeted. “I wish to extend my heartfelt gratitude to Rabia’s parents, her…

RAPPER DA L.E.S’s annual All White Pool Party is one of the hottest on Mzansi’s A-list social calendar. You know it’s a big night when you have celeb hotshots like BONANG MATHEBA and BOITY THULO in attendance. Even though the event was postponed twice, celebs came in their droves to the grand bash held in Bryanston, Sandton. The dress code was strictly white and all the guests complied. Da L.E.S performed alongside rapper AKA, and their act completely raised the roof. Also in attendance were emcees SLIKOUR and L-TIDO, who we recently spotted at the SABC Summer Song Competition. We caught up with the organiser and he was clearly elated with the proceedings. “I’m absolutely so lucky to have friends in and outside the industry that have been so loyal…

ABE GOES SOLO NOW PUSHING 50, REVEREND ABE SIBIYA has been totally committed to doing a solo album. While he slaved away for decades producing and arranging with hotshots such as Sello “Chicco” Twala, he never got around to working on a full album of his own - until now. He also had a stint as a corporate executive, and with his busy schedule as Chairman of the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (Samro) he’s had little time to focus on music.But now the outgoing Head of Channels at ONE Gospel and Dumisa TV, Rev. Abe is almost done recording his album, Live in My Heart. Rev. Abe’s a very methodical man and did not want to release the album until it was sampled by members of the media. The…

OJ SIMPSON (68) Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985. Acquitted of murder in 1995. Reportedly wrote the book If I Did It: Confessions of the Killer in 2007. Currently serving a 33-year prison sentence for a botched Las Vegas armed robbery in 2007 to steal his own sports memorabilia from a casino. JOHNNIE COCHRAN (67) He was the head of Simpson’s “Dream Team” defence. He infamously said “If it doesn’t fit, you must acquit” in reference to the glove that was found at the crime scene. Died in March 2005 from a brain tumour. ROBERT KARDASHIAN (59) The famous friend and defence lawyer of Simpson. OJ fled to Kardashian’s home after the murders. He later left the home and the highway chase ensued. Died in September 2003 after battling…