Innholdsfortegnelse for 10 September 2015 i Drum English

YOU don’t have to be born into the right family or have the right political connections to make a success of your life. All you need is a combination of hard work and determination. The 23-year-old millionaire who hails from the dusty streets of Durban’s Umlazi township in KZN has proven that this recipe works. In his story, published on page 18, he mentions that his day starts at 3 am and he sometimes works right through the night. Sandile Shezi is surely a young man who wants to make a mark in life. I hope his story will inspire us to pursue our dreams no matter the odds we are facing. We also chat to Sizwe Nxasana, who was recently appointed Non-executive Chairman of the National Student Financial Aid…

IN A video of former president Nelson Mandela en-route home to the village of Qunu in the Eastern Cape on board a private jet, his grandson Mbuso Mandela, one of his late son Makgatho Mandela’s children, is seated on his lap. The year was 1995, soon after Madiba made history by becoming the first democratically-elected black president. Grandfather and grandson were clearly having a great time together, chatting and embracing as they looked at what appears to be a photo album. Fast-forward several years and Mbuso is now a 24-year-old man, but his iconic grandfather’s influence doesn’t seem to have rubbed off on him. He has allegedly raped and assaulted a teenager and older woman respectively. THE SCANDALS Many of his critics now say that Madiba must be turning in…

NAME: Moira Mthunzi (36) OCCUPATION: Lab technician FROM: Johannesburg South GET THE STYLE WITHOUT THE HEAT PROBLEM: After years of wearing her hair natural and short, Moira wanted to see what she’d look like with long hair and find out how she could style it easily at home. SOLUTION: Hairstylist Faith Seuoe suggested Moira invest in a human-hair wig that she could wear whenever she wanted to – without the commitment of a sewn in weave. A good-quality human-hair wig is a modern woman’s hair essential. They’re very handy when you’re experiencing bad hair days or when you’re inbetween hairstyles. For Moira’s makeover, we used a layered Brazilian wig with colour to compliment her skin tone. It’s easy to manage and can be styled using bendy rollers to create curls.…

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Q SHE’S CHANGED I don’t know my girlfriend any more. She does things I don’t understand, she doesn’t want to come to my place and she doesn’t keep promises. She also fought with her mother and moved out. She didn’t want to tell me where she’s moved to, but she phoned to say she’s at her uncle’s place. I don’t know what to do. VUSI, E-MAIL A It sounds to me like there’s a problem here. One reason for this type of change in behaviour could be mental illness. Another reason is alcohol or drug abuse. The reason I say this is because it seems like a sudden change that’s not consistent with how she usually behaves. If you can find her, go and get a sense of what’s happening…

Q I NEED TO LAST LONGER I’m 20 and I can’t perform for more than 10 minutes. Please help me before my girlfriend leaves me. WORRIED A First of all, I want to let you know that you’re totally normal. Did you know that most guys are unable to last 10 minutes without ejaculation during intercourse? Most studies give a range of three to six minutes (the figure actually drops with age) so there’s absolutely nothing wrong with you for not being able to last 10 minutes. However, even if you last six minutes without ejaculation, informal surveys suggest only about 50 % of women will reach orgasm within that time frame. The best way to improve things is to make sure that your girlfriend is already very close to…

Finding out that you can boost your testosterone levels might sound appealing, but there are risks involved. For example, in one study, healthy men who took testosterone medication increased their muscle mass but didn’t gain strength. “Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) can be administered by an intramuscular injection, by having gel applied to the skin or inside the nose, or having pellets or testosterone sticks inserted under the skin,” says Dr Nkosi. However, specialists warn that before you choose one of these treatment options, it’s important to take a look at the risks of TRT: It could contribute to sleep apnoea – a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. It might cause acne or other skin reactions. It could stimulate non-cancerous growth of the prostate (benign…

LOOKING at recent trends and the cost of popular venues, the average cost of a wedding in South Africa is well over R50 000. So it’s concerning that many couples who failed to plan and save for their wedding are starting their married life with “wedding debt”. Here are tips to help you as a couple prevent a debt hangover from your big day: WORK WITH A BUDGET, NOT A WISH LIST While all single people have a dream of what they’d like their wedding to be like, this is often the first mistake on the way to overspending. First work out how much money is available, then stick with the budget and work around it. Wedding planning is the first joint financial task for many couples and failing here…

WISDOM is the most important quality one can possess. It is through wisdom that we’re able to live constructive and fruitful lives. According to Proverbs 3:13-18 and 4:8-9, wisdom gives you long life, riches and honour, it guides you in pleasant paths and brings you satisfaction. Wisdom raises you up and makes you a king. HOW TO ACCESS WISDOM The Bible indicates that wisdom can be transferred by the laying on of hands, as seen in the case of Joshua. After Moses laid hands on him, he operated with the same wisdom that Moses possessed (Deuteronomy 34:9). This might also be interpreted as spending time with wise people so that the wisdom they have might rub off on you. Proverbs 13:20 says, “He who walks with the wise shall be…

VIRGO 23 AUG – 22 SEP As a Virgo you’re good with detail, but you could lose sight of the bigger picture. Now’s the time to look wider and further, whether it’s towards your goals, personal philosophy or outlook on life. Don’t be narrow-minded or anxious about exploring the unknown. At the same time, make an effort to read books and meet people who’ll open your eyes to broader perspectives. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 44, 23, 27, 6, 15, 11 LIBRA 23 Sep – 22 Oct Your love life might go through an exciting phase, which will be a welcome change. While it’s not the time to have high hopes for stability, expect the unexpected and enjoy the romantic charge in the meantime. You might be in a flirtatious mood so…

1. IN WHICH PROVINCE WILL YOU FIND THE AUGRABIES FALLS? A. Western Cape B. Eastern Cape C. Northern Cape D. KwaZulu-Natal 2. A SIX-SIDED SHAPE IS CALLED A . . .? A. Hexagon B. Heptagon C. Triangle D. Pentagon 3. WHO IS THE MAIN ACTOR IN MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION? A. Jamie Foxx B. Keanu Reeves C. Ryan Reynolds D. Tom Cruise 4. A GROUP OF BABOONS IS CALLED A . . .? A. Congress B. Herd C. Pack D. Horde 5. WHO WROTE THE PLAY HAMLET? A. Athol Fugard B. Robert Browning C. William Shakespeare D. Mark Twain 6. WHAT IS THE NATIONAL TREE OF SOUTH AFRICA? A. Willow B. Yellowwood C. Acacia D. Marula 7. HOW MANY OF KRIS JENNER’S DAUGHTERS ARE KARDASHIANS? A. Three B. Two C.…

TWICE AS NICE Oros (24) has an identical twin named Mkhokheli – we’re doubly delighted. RISE TO FAME “I was very active at church with my twin brother. I think that’s where I found my grounding, confidence and character.” HIS INSPIRATION Bet you didn’t know that his acting hero is Denzel Washington. STAGE NAME SECRETS The Eastern-Cape born hunk says his nickname stems from the fact that he was a chubby baby. born a fat, yell…

In just over two weeks, Mzansi’s golden comedy guys,Trevor Noah, will take on one of the biggest gigs , of his life: at , 31 he’ll become the first South African to host a major league American late night talk and news show. As he prepares for his big countdown, we remember the reasons that we love him . . . YOUNG, GIFTED AND SMART At 18 he starred in local soap Isidingo, after which he began hosting his own radio show, Noah’s Ark, on youth radio station YFM. He then got into stand-up comedy and started touring locally and abroad. He made his US TV debut in 2012 on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, paving the way for his new start at the Daily Show . “My family…

Sizwe Nxasana was one of the first 10 black chartered accountants in the 1980s. He created the Association for the Advancement Black Accountants in Southern Africa Abasa) in the 1980s. He then established Sizwe & Co, the rst black-owned audit practice in 1989. 1996, it became part of Nkonki Sizwe Ntsaluba, the first black-owned national firm accountants. He joined Telkom in 2003 as CEO, and oversaw its listing on both the JSE and NY Stock Exchange. In 2004 he was awarded an honorary doctorate from his alma mater, the University Fort Hare. He also serves as Vice-Chairman of the South African Revenue Services Board and is member of the Income Tax Special Court.…

WHILE most 23-year-olds are trying to decide what to do with their lives, he’s already sprinted into the hallowed halls of athletic fame by breaking two major sprinting records. Not only has Wayde van Niekerk broken South African records in the 200 m and 400 m sprints, he’s also the only athlete in Africa to have run the 400 m in less than 44 seconds - and only the 10th person in the world. Wayde is now ranked third in the world in the 400 m, having also beaten the Olympic and current world championship records. “I knew one day I’d definitely become a sportsperson,” he tells us. “My academics weren’t always convincing but I’ve always had a taste for sports. I did everything [sports] at school and wanted to…

NandiMngoma @nandimngoma My partner is so sweet, he couldn’t contain his excitement for the new show I’m apart of #TheRoad so he bought every Sunday paper that had me in it yesterday. REAL BLACK PEARL @PearlThusi Selfies are only taken in a perfect situation. Expensive cars and clothes and shoes. Or when u’re pretty enough to not need a filter. Life. #SoulAfrica @LuloCafe Ladies in entertainment really have it tough . . the scrutiny and “backlash” is rather harsher on them. Loyiso Gola @loyisogola Writing an article detailing how I got into stand up comedy just so that when I get to an interview we can chat about other things.…

REALITY star Kim Kardashian must be cringing after hearing that her hubby’s ex, AMBER ROSE, and Kardashian family enemy BLAC CHYNA are getting their own reality show. Tensions between Kim and Amber started in 2012, when the 34-year-old reality star began dating Amber’s ex and Kim’s current husband, Kanye West. Apparently, Amber thinks Kim stole Kanye. Amber has also fired shots at Khloe Kardashian, who verbally attacked her for criticising baby sister Kylie Jenner’s relationship with rapper Tyga. Tyga also happens to be the ex and baby daddy of Amber’s BFF, Blac Chyna. On top of that, Khloe is now dating James Harden, who is also one of Amber’s ex-boyfriends. With all that bad blood, the new show is bound to be entertaining!…

TRANSGENDERED actress LAVERNE COX is “sick and tired” of the increasing number of trans women being murdered. The Orange is The New Black actress choked up in an interview as she discussed the issue recently. “I talk about it all the time. But 21 transgendered women have been found murdered this year.” The emotional star added that most of the victims were black, a trend that’s also seen in employment statistics: while unemployment among the trans community is twice the national American average, it’s four times higher among black trans people. Food for thought . . . Our thoughts and prayers are with CHRISTINA MILIAN following the tragic death of her newborn nephew. Her sister Danielle’s son was born with a defect that caused his internal organs to grow outside…

ALICE MOPELI NO It doesn’t, but if there aren’t enough black people to represent the country then there’s really no use in trying to force representation. If Bafana had more white people that could represent the country then they would be playing for the squad too. NOMTHANDAZO KUNENE NO South Africa is so diverse there should be equal representation, but rugby is a traditionally white sport so it makes sense that there are more white people in the squad. AMENDA MTILENI NO It doesn’t, but as long as they make the country proud then we should just let them play. YEKINI WARD YES The coach selects his team according to performance and that is measured by how well they (players) do with their clubs and when they represent the country.…

HEAVENLY HOLIDAY: In January this year, they enjoyed a sabbatical in Mauritius and posted snaps on social media. HAPPY COUPLE: The pair were inseparable and were the envy of everyone in entertainment circles. LOVE NEST: The house they jointly bought in the plush Northern suburbs of Johannesburg. Reports reveal that Zinhle has since told AKA to pack up and go. BABY ON THE WAY: When DJ Zinhle was a couple of months pregnant, AKA apparently looked forward to becoming a dad, often posting affectionate snaps of the DJ’s growing baby bump. THE DAY DAWNS: In July this year, the couple welcomed a beautiful baby girl who they named Kairo Forbes. PAYING HIS DUES: The break-up came just days after the couple went to KwaZulu-Natal, where he paid damages for impregnating…

IT WAS one of the most defining photographs of the 9/11 tragedy: a woman dressed in smart business attire and pearls, covered from head to toe in dust. One minute Marcy Borders was sitting in her office on the 81st floor of the World Trade Centre’s North Tower, and the next she was running for her life after a hijacked plane slammed into the New York landmark, beginning a day of terror. Marcy (then 28) got out just before the tower collapsed – and it was in these chaotic moments that the famous picture was taken. She was one of the lucky ones who made it. Over 2 600 weren’t so fortunate. And yet survival came at a price. Her shell-shocked expression spoke volumes about the horrors she’d witnessed. In…

MOIRA’S STORY Moira Mthunzi wanted us to help her show off her beautiful curves and add some glamour to her wardrobe. She wants to bring out her inner diva and glitter girl. MOIRA’S REACTION “Thank you DRUM team! I never thought I would look this glamourous! You’ve changed the way I look at shiny things and how I can wear them. “I will definitely implement the tricks you’ve taught me.” WEEKEND Shine with accessories that match your outfit. AT WORK Add glamour to the boardroom with a demure, but shiny, dress. FOR CHURCH Keep bright and beautiful with a blue belt and shoes. HIT THE TOWN Glitter in gold for a night out with the girls. DINNER DATE Wow your date in a combo of velvet and sequins. STOCKISTS Exact…

BITE-SIZED TREATS CHOCOLATE SPREAD MERINGUE COOKIES These meringue cookies are light and crispy on the outside, and sweet and chewy on the inside. PREPARATION: 15 MIN COOKING: 50 MIN MAKES 12 3 egg whites 180 ml (¾ cup) caster sugar 30 ml (2 tbsp) icing sugar 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence 2,5 ml (½ tsp) white vinegar 60 ml (¼ cup) chocolate spread Preheat the oven to 150 °C and line a baking sheet with baking paper. 1 In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric whisk until soft peaks form. Gradually add both sugars, vanilla and vinegar and beat until all the sugar dissolves, and the mixture is glossy and holds its shape. 2 Put the chocolate spread in a bowl over a pot…

Q CAN I CONCEIVE? I’m 31 and I had an ectopic pregnancy two years ago. Since then I’ve been trying to fall pregnant again, without any luck. Is it possible to fall pregnant after an ectopic pregnancy? WORRIED, E-MAIL A Women have two Fallopian tubes which take the egg from the ovary to the uterus. An ectopic pregnancy means that the egg gets stuck in the tube instead of entering the uterus. As a result, the affected tube either ruptures, or surgical intervention is required. In other words, you only have one functional Fallopian tube left. Normally, the eggs alternate between the two Fallopian tubes each month, but when only one is functioning, this cycle takes longer.k As a result, it will take longer for you to conceive. You can…

MOST people only ever see an economist on TV, discussing inflation or interest rates. But for Mamello Matikinca (27), an economist for First National Bank in Sandton, most of the work happens behind the scenes. Mamello does macro-economic research with a specific focus on sub-Saharan Africa. Her job is to make predictions about key “macro-economic variables” like gross domestic product, inflation, interest rates, and currencies, then write insightful reports before she markets her research to clients and the media. “A typical day for me involves a ton of reading and monitoring of data releases. This helps with formulating solid macroeconomic views for the different sub-Saharan African countries and ensuring the different departments in the group have a better understanding of the markets we operate in,” Mamello explains. She says that…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Lucy (MANAKA RANAKA) has a plan to help her boss. Max reaches out to Getty. Angela is upset when an ex-client verbally attacks her. Tshidi gives the #hashtag World staff hell. Karabo bares her soul at an NA meeting. Cosmo reveals he has a child. Nolwazi seduces her lover in his wife’s wedding dress. SCANDAL! Maletsatsi receives devastating news. Lerumo seems to have a new mother figure in his life but Anzani (FULU MUGOVHANI) is unhappy. Gloria goes on the attack. Mlungisi is unsettled by someone from his past. Lindiwe is questioned by someone she believes to be a complete stranger. Eddie is faced with resistance and opposition. ISIDINGO Gabriel asks Nina to leave. Calvin (MAURICE PAGE) shuts Angelique and her investigation down. Yvette is unsettled by…

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1 When was the last time you read a fashion magazine? a While sitting in the dentist’s or doctor’s waiting room. b At a friend’s house. c You subscribe to several. 2 You see the latest fashion must-have, a tiny handbag, being reviewed on TV. You think . . . a I’d never pay a fortune for something so impractical. b I wish I could afford to buy one of those. c I must have one right now! 3 You’re going on holiday to a fancy beach resort. What swimwear do you pack? a The same costume you wore last year. b Whatever is the latest fashion. c A variety of bikinis and one-pieces. You can’t be seen in the same thing twice. 4 When going out with your friends…

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THE SHOW must go on, as they often say in the entertainment world. So despite the recent death of Big Nuz member Sibusiso “R Mashesha” Khomo, the multi-award-winning Durban-based kwaito group is soldiering on. We catch up with the remaining band members, Mandla “Mampintsha” Maphumulo and Mzi “Danger” Tshomela, to talk about their new album, how R Mashesha’s death has affected them and how they plan to continue their fallen brother’s legacy. Firstly, our condolences once again on R Mashesha’s death. How are you guys coping? Danger: Eish bhuti wam (my brother), I don’t want to lie and say we’re coping well. It’s been a week since his burial but it still feels as if it happened yesterday. The whole thing came unexpectedly. Our world came crumbling down when we…

IT’S ALWAYS heart-warming to see celebrities paying it forward. So we were very pleased to see Isibaya star JESSICA NKOSI, dressed as Princess Jasmine from Aladdin, at the launch of the new Nestea Take the Plunge campaign at Linden Swimming Pool in Joburg. The gorgeous actress joined other famous faces such as presenter Roxy Burger, model SHASHI NAIDOO, TREVOR GUMBI, LUNGA SHABALALA and Mark Fish to raise funds for Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC). Jessica revealed that the cause is close to her heart, as her dad died of cancer. “Make sure that it’s detected at an early stage so that it can be cured. This is serious and real, and something needs to be done, that’s what we’re doing by taking the plunge.” The fundrasing campaign sees celebrities…

WE RECENTLY attended the highly-acclaimed Moretele Park Tribute Concert in Mamelodi, Gauteng, looking forward to the glorious lineup of performers that included crowd-pleasers such as Afro-pop group THE SOIL and the rocking DJ duo BLACK MOTION. After wading through the crowds, we bumped into SABC2 publicist Caroline Phalakatshela, who was a great sport and was happy to host us in the SABC marquee. While there, we spotted SABC2 Gospel Classics host BONGANI NCHANG and his beautiful wife, DANOLINE. She’s a real stunner and very likable, we can see why Bongani fell for her. “We’ve been married for two years and married life is great,” Bongani gushed. So does he serenade his lady-love now and then? “Apart from singing for me, he’s a very spiritual man and I like that about…

CHRIS BROWN is no stranger to bizarre behaviour but this time he may have gone too far. The 26-year-old recently got a Venus de Milo tattoo – on the back of his head! Venus de Milo is an ancient Greek statue believed to depict Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, but no one’s sure why the heavily-inked pop star added the new tat. Rumour has it it’s an ode to his new boo, AMY SHEHAB, who’s a dark-haired beauty just like his ex, Karrueche Tran. Amy has been spotted hanging out with the Body on Me hitmaker, and his baby girl ROYALTY. A day after revealing the Greek goddess tattoo, Breezy decided to get the left side of his head filled Meanwhile, the R&B star revealed in an…

CONGRATULATIONS are in order for TRACY MORGAN and his long-time girlfriend, MEGAN WOLLOVER. Just days after we reported that the 30 Rock star had found a new lease on life following a near-fatal accident (Tracy’s hot new wheels, 27 August), the 46-year-old walked down the aisle to tie the knot. “Megan was by my side throughout all of the hard times of this past year,” he shares. “She is my rock, and I couldn’t be happier to have her take my last name. We are the Morgans!” In an exclusive interview, People magazine reports that the bride stunned in a custom Ines Di Santo gown (she later changed into a different gown for the reception) while Morgan looked dapper in a custom ivory tuxedo. Meanwhile, Gabrielle Union celebrated her one…

THE 2015 MTV Video Music Awards (VMA’s) will be remembered for host Miley Cyrus’ outrageous costumes, KANYE WEST’s declaration that he’s running for American president in 2020 and Justin Bieber’s emotional “comeback” performance. But we were more interested in the Hollywood stars’ fashion choices. And this year’s red carpet glittered in gold, shocked in sheer and caused a fringe and feather frenzy. Turning heads in a black feathered dress with cleavage-baring cut-outs was singer RITA ORA. Rapper NICKI MINAJ also showed off her girls in a risqué gold form-fitting number. Also glowing in gold was reality TV star KYLIE JENNER. The 18-year-old was a style winner in her Balmain number with a dark wig. We also loved the fringe trend as seen on CIARA and SERAYAH McNEILL. The Work It…

SHE became a familiar face in the High Court, often sitting next to the mother of the woman who’d died at the hands of her lover. She was there to support the family and ensure they had all the legal support they needed. Now Jacqui Mofokeng has made headlines herself – as the person who spearheaded the campaign to ensure Oscar Pistorius wasn’t released as scheduled on 21 August. The spokesperson for the ANC Women’s League in Gauteng, Jacqui was at June Steenkamp’s side every day of the trial in which Oscar (28) faced murder charges for fatally shooting June’s daughter Reeva (29). When she learnt during the trial that Reeva and her own daughter were the same age, born just a month apart, she felt the model’s death even…

IT’S A beautiful day in Cape Town, just perfect for these two love-struck stars. We’re in the Mother City to meet Mzansi’s couple of the moment, “Prince of Theatre” Atandwa Kani and gorgeous actress, scriptwriter and TV presenter Fikile Mthwalo. They want to share the story about their love, engagement and Fikile’s plans to move to New York. As they arrive, the mood shifts to something lighter, more lovey-dovey, and the couple soon has everyone in stitches. “What did you expect? Drama? We do enough of that on TV,” Atandwa jokes. The couple is so relaxed and they make our job easy by simply getting down to business. “I was born for this, let’s get rolling,” says Atandwa. THE HAPPY COUPLE A son of one of South Africa’s most loved…

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CHEESY LENTIL AND MINCE BURGER SERVES 4 PREPARATION: 15 MIN COOKING: 15-20 MIN HAMBURGERS 250 g lean beef mince250 ml (1 cup) cooked brown lentils1 chilli, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 egg60 ml (¼ cup) oatssalt and freshly ground pepper150 g mozzarella, cut into 4 slices YOGHURT 125 ml (½ cup) plain yoghurt2 spring onions, chopped BURGER 4 bread rolls30 g lettuce Preheat the oven to 200 °C. Line a baking sheet with foil and grease with nonstick spray. 1 HAMBURGERS Mix all the ingredients except the mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the mixture into four and shape each part into a large ball. Insert a slice of mozzarella into the middle of each ball and shape the meat around it to make a hamburger patty.…

1 SEE YOUR GP FOR A CHECK-UP Discuss symptoms, medications you’re taking, treatment options and lifestyle changes. 2 TAKE STOCK OF BEHAVIOURAL CHANGES Many older men suffer from undiagnosed depression. Depression in men can be more than feeling down. Depressed men can be irritable and withdrawn. They often work too much, drink excessively and try to get thrills from taking risks. Watch out for these symptoms. 3 KEEP FIT Regular exercise helps to keep you physically, mentally and emotionally healthy. 4 EAT A HEALTHY DIET Maintaining a healthy diet is important in order to maintain a good body/ fat ratio. Men who have excess body fat could experience male menopause earlier than those who are leaner. 5 TAKE A SUPPLEMENT Life can become extremely busy and you may not always…

Be supportive and available to listen and offer encouragement when needed. Here are more ways in which parents can help: You know your child best, so look out for signs of stress and being overwhelmed. Don’t nag by constantly asking how it’s going. Provide a quiet environment for your child to study and ask other family members for their support. Help your children stay disciplined by finding out what they’re studying and how they’re using their time, and by knowing when they’re writing which subject. Cut down or cut out the chores your child is required to do during this busy time. Provide healthy meals and snacks and encourage them to take a break when they eat. Ask if your child would like you to test them or be willing…

HAPPINESS AT WORK Some people love their jobs. Others don’t. If you can’t change what you’re doing, then it’s time to love what you do. Here’s how: 1 Motivate yourself to face the day. A positive attitude will make the day more pleasant and productive. 2 Keep your work in perspective. You can only do the best you can in each situation. Look beyond yourself and your work, and consider the bigger picture. 3 Remember you’re more than your work. Give up thinking that your work life “should” be a certain way. This will stop you from enjoying what you currently do. 4 Plan your time. When performing any task, ask yourself: Is this the best use of my time? 5 Concentrate on the task at hand. Don’t let yourself…

UMLILO viewers are on the edge of their seats: will Khwezi (NOMZAMO MBATHA) succeed in finally destroying Mnqobi Simelane (HAMILTON DLAMINI) and his family? So far she has managed to become Mnqobi’s third wife and tried to silence his second wife and her arch-rival, Dumile (NOKUTHULA LEDWABA), for good when she revealed she had dirt on her too. Then Khwezi fatally poisoned Mnqobi’s first wife, Cebisile (GCINA MKHIZE). But if you thought murdering a mother and taking her away from her daughter would suffice as payback, Khwezi doesn’t agree. Her fury against the Simelanes knows no bounds. Now, she’s taking her revenge a step further: she won’t rest until her enemy, Mnqobi, is on his knees. She believes, after all, that he is, after all the man behind her father’s…

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WORK IT OUT One day a stunning blonde walks into they gym wearing a tight-fitting outfit and proceeds to use the treadmill. A young guy goes up to the instructor and asks, “So which machine do you think I should I use to impress her, the rowing machine, the running machine or the weights machine?” “The cash machine,” he replies. AT THE ZOO While cleaning out the aviary at a rundown zoo, the zookeeper discovers two finches that havedropped dead due to old age. He picks them up and places them in a sack. When he reaches the primate cage, he finds two chimps that have also died of natural causes. “Waste not, want not,” he says, putting them in the sack. Later, at feeding time, takes the sack with…

LESS THAN 10 You have very little if no interest in fashion, but this doesn’t mean you dress badly. You still manage to look great without becoming a slave to the latest trends. BETWEEN 11 AND 20 You know what’s in fashion and love to dress up for a special occasion, but it’s not important to you what label you wear. You don’t feel obliged to follow trends. BETWEEN 21 AND 30 You’re a serious fashionista – so much so that you can become fanatical about wearing the right label. Just remember, clothes don’t make the person!…

SOUTH AFRICAN students are desperate for funds to help them further their studies. They need a National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) that works, and they are now pinning their hopes on the new head to turn the scheme around. Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande recently appointed businessman Sizwe Nxasana (57) as the new Non-executive Chairperson of the scheme. It will be quite a challenge, but the man in the hot seat is confident that the NSFAS will deliver on its mandate. A TOUGH TEST The scheme has failed many needy students due to a lack of money, despite an increase in funds from R441 million in 1999 to R9,5 billion in 2014. It has also failed to efficiently administer its loans and raise funds as per its mandate. According…

IN KEEPING with the trend of telenovelas, Mzansi Magic recently launched a new one called The Road. And to showcase their latest creative masterpiece, they threw a star-studded bash to mark the occasion. Former Zone 14 actor NEO NTLATLENG, who stars in The Road, told us he feels honoured to have been cast in such an amazing production. “I’ve also been working behind the scenes as a director and producer,” he said proudly. His co-star, S’THANDIWE KGOROGE, who plays the show’s matriarch, said actors are getting jobs because creative people are coming up with “fresh ideas that give new talent a chance to shine and keep old actors employed”. However, ABDUL KHOZA, who plays Bheki Buthelezi, told us that working closely with his brother, Sthembiso Khoza, on the show is…

THE KwaZulu-Natal United Music Industry Association (Kumisa) has had a chequered past, but it looks like things are finally coming together for the embattled project. Setup to promote music in KZN, the project is funded by the provincial Department of Economic Development and Environmental Affairs, the KZN Department of Arts and Culture and the eThekwini Municipality. Those sound like some heavy hitters, so why has it taken so long to see any action? BUTI MOLOI from the KZN Department of Economic Development and Tourism admitted to DRUM that at its conception in 2009, Kumisa had a vibrant board, which included KZN musicians such as Zakes Bantwini and Johnny Dimba to name a few. Then it began to fizzle a bit. “We were faced with challenges of resources,” Buti explained. He…

HE MAY have won a legal battle against his ex-wife MICHELLE GHENT, but Empire star TERRENCE HOWARD didn’t escape the courtroom unscathed. The judge recently labelled him a bully and stated that “Terrence has an unrelenting pattern of styling himself as the victim of rampant racism and unfair allegations about him” – before he dismissed Michelle’s request for more spousal support. Michelle receives about R76 000 monthly but wanted more because of Terrence’s success in the hit TV series. Terrence agreed to increase her maintenance, but he claimed in court that he was under duress at the time because Michelle had threatened to release naked pictures of him. Now the two are headed to family court to hash out a new agreement.…