Innholdsfortegnelse for 12-Jan-17 i Drum English

THE INQUIRY into the affairs of the SABC board is an indication that corruption and mismanagement run deep in South Africa. Listening to the testimonies of the journalists and former board members, it’s clear the information that has come out so far is only the tip of the iceberg. There is probably more the public don’t and won’t know about. How extraordinary was it to hear that SABC board chairman Professor Mbulaheni Maguvhe was unaware of what was happening in his own house (Last man standing, 5 January). Then it also became clear that Minister of Communications Faith Muthambi is not willing to take responsibility for what has happened under her watch. Listening to her speak, her strategy was clear: blame everyone else. It begs the question: If it wasn’t…

‘I used to tell him he’d go far in life when he was young’ THEIR BOY was destined for great things. They simply knew it. They could feel it in their bones. And while they made sure he got an excellent education, they fed his passion for music with enthusiasm and generosity. Today, gospel maestro, mega-award-winner and qualified medical doctor Tumisang Makweya - better known as Dr Tumi - is infinitely grateful. “My parents have done a lot for me. The first opportunities I received regarding music were my dad’s doing - he gave us the opportunity to sing,” the singer, who has scooped a whopping 12 awards, including six SABC Crown Gospel Music awards in 2016, tells us. His father David Makweya (77), a pastor at the Seshego Assemblies…

BE A SMART OPERATOR • Pharmacies are the best place to get good deals and discounts, as well as a wide variety of affordable brands and products. • Get products that do double or triple the work, like a 2-in-1 or 3-in-1 face wash. You can find one that washes and tones at the same time or washes and scrubs and is also a mask. Other multipurpose products are conditioning shampoos, SPFinclusive moisturisers, in-shower moisturisers, fragranced deodorants or even BB creams. • If you’ve run out of something and can’t afford to replace a product immediately, find other products in your home that will do the same work. For example, liquid eyeliner can double up as mascara; red or pink lipstick can be used as a blush; or hair oil…

‘When it comes to fertility and infertility, both partners must be examined’ Q SHE HAS A THICK DISCHARGE My daughter is 14 and she’s not yet sexually active, but she always has a thick, white discharge. Though it’s not smelly, it worries me. What can I do? EUNICE M, E-MAIL A A thick, white discharge without odour is likely to be candida (a yeast-like parasitic fungus that can sometimes cause thrush). It’s not a sexually transmitted disease, though. I suggest you consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis and treatment because prescription medication is extremely effective, such as a tablet taken once-off, and it should cure an episode. It’s crucial, though, to exclude any local or systemic causes that might be undiagnosed and that are weakening the immune system. These…

BEFORE starting any fitness programme, it’s important to do some basic health checks at a clinic or with a doctor. For a person who’s generally healthy, the basic checks include your weight (to work out your body mass index) and your heart and lung function. If you have a chronic illness such as HIV, asthma or diabetes, make sure you follow an appropriate exercise programme for your specific needs. Neo Malao, corporate fitness instructor at Zenzele Fitness Group in Johannesburg, demonstrates a basic routine that focuses on developing your cardiovascular strength and endurance. BEST PRACTICE Warm up. “It’s important to warm up before you exercise (5 to10 minutes) to rev up your cardiovascular system, warm up your muscles, and to release synovial fluid to lubricate the joints to prevent injuries,”…

FAITH is not mental assent, where we act as if we believe, and neither is it superstition. Rather, it’s being persuaded that the promises of God are true, that He is able to fulfil them and that he is willing to fulfil them. True faith is based on the Word of God. If what you believe is not based on the Word, it is not faith, it is fake. THE WORD Romans 10:17 tells us, “Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the Word about Christ.” God has many promises and plans for our lives. However, it is only in His Word that we discover them. So, to grow our faith we must increase our Word intake. We must make time to read the Scriptures…

DISHONORED 2 With its unique steam-punk visuals and awe-inspiring art direction, Dishonored 2 improves upon the visual appeal of the first game. With two main characters to choose from, there’s double the amount of ways to explore the world, and double the amount of powers. Dishonored’s mantra of “play your way” is the core of the game: You choose the stealth route or go in guns blazing and swords slashing; the choice is yours. This game is one for older fans and is rated 18 and over. LEGO HARRY POTTER COLLECTION Two great games for the price of one! In our opinion, the Harry Potter LEGO games are the best of the stand-alone LEGO games. There’s humour, absorbing gameplay and the wonderful “gotta-collect-them-all” factor that makes LEGO games so addictive.…

‘I knelt down and told God that it was enough. Junior had been through so much’ IF ANYONE can light up a room with her smile and energy, it’s Ntombi Ngcobo Mzolo. The well-known maskandi singer, actress and radio host has no qualms about admitting she is a “high-energy human being”. We get to see her in action at our photoshoot at the Indaba Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre in Fourways, Johannesburg, where we interview her about how life is treating her. She comes across as fun, feisty and care-free. “I am the loudest and most unreserved of our family of four siblings,” she announces, smiling. She is, of course, referring to her famous brothers Nkosinathi and Jabu and her sister Vuyisiwe, who with Ntombi formed the world-renowned maskandi group…

AS WE enter the second week of 2017, we would like to thank everyone in South Africa and beyond who buys DRUM. Whether you prefer to purchase the hard copy or visit our digital (www.drum.co.za) or social media platforms (Facebook and Twitter), thank you for being part of the DRUM family. Our vision is to inspire, entertain, educate and keep all readers “in the know” in terms of the news. This is why we hire a team of dedicated and skilled journalists who enjoy keeping you informed on various topics. So, whether you’re looking for information on food, fashion, beauty, health, celebs or politics, DRUM is the one-stop shop for you. Even though the economy went into decline in 2016 and the prices of many items increased, the price of…

ARE YOU financially fit? Whatever your answer, it’s always a good idea to review your money matters on a regular basis. And, what better time than at the start of a new year? Life constantly changes – you might be getting married, having children, changing jobs or retiring – and so our financial needs require constant adjustment to keep up. We spoke to a selection of financial advisers, who gave us some tips that will help get your bank balance into shape. THE BEST time to start planning your financial future is now, advises Jeanette Marais, Director of Distribution and Client Services at Allan Gray. She says the critical starting point is a long-term plan. “A plan is like your destination,” Jeanette explains. “It gives you an idea of where…

PUT AWAY MONEY FOR THEIR FUTURE More and more parents are opting to create tax-free savings plans to provide for their kids – not just for their education but also to build capital so they can perhaps one day start their own business, says Niki Giles of asset management company Sygnia. The biggest advantage of tax-free savings plans is that you don’t have to pay any dividend, income or capital gains tax. And thanks to compound interest, such an investment can grow substantially over time. HOW MUCH TO CONTRIBUTE? The maximum investment is R30 000 a year, but of course, you can start off saving much less. Options include monthly debit orders of R250 to lump-sum investments of R10 000. The maximum amount you can invest tax-free per person per…

IMPRESSIVE FLAPJACKS Invest in a good-quality non-stick pan to make perfect fluffy flapjacks. PREPARATION: 5 MIN COOKING: 20 MIN MAKES 10-12 3 eggs 160 ml (⅔ cup) buttermilk 375 ml (1½ cups) self-raising flour 5 ml (1 tsp) caster sugar pinch of salt 15 ml (1 tbsp) oil, for frying crispy bacon and avocado, to serve 1 Beat the eggs and buttermilk in a large bowl. Sift over the flour, sugar and salt, then quickly mix to form a smooth, thick batter. 2 Heat a little oil in a non-stick frying pan. Gently drop large spoonfuls of the batter into the hot pan and cook for two minutes until the base is crisp and golden. Flip over and cook for another two minutes. Keep the flapjacks warm under a clean…

IT WILL happen to you at least once in your life: you lose out on a job or promotion, someone rejects your love or you miss out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Let’s face it; it hurts to be rejected, even when you expect it. It happens to all of us and it’s okay to hurt - for a while. It’s important to process your feelings, but also to move on and out of that bad place. Being rejected doesn’t mean we should stop dreaming, planning and doing, motivational speaker Stephans Tshepo Seopela says. He’s also the author of Rejection is Direction, So Rejection is Not the Final Destination (see right). “Rejection is painful, no matter if it comes from a potential spouse or employer, a tertiary institution or a distant…

RISK is always present, and most accidents have financial consequences. The most common financial risks we face on a daily basis are loss of property due to theft or damage; loss of income due to sickness, retrenchment or unemployment; or unforeseen medical expenses. As part of a solid financial management plan, you need to consider risks and how to manage them. For this, it’s best to get insurance. 1 TRANSFERRING RISK Most everyday risks can be transferred to an insurance company in return for monthly or annual premium. There are different types of insurance available, and you can make provision for: Loss of income for your family if you die. Debt repayment if you die. Unforeseeable medical expenses. Safeguarding your home against theft, fire, floods and other hazards. Disability, retrenchment,…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Smanga and Tau’s celebration ends abruptly after a shock arrival. Tebogo seeks out Jack’s (VUSI KUNENE) help. It’s love at first sight for Cosmo. Sphe lies to her husband, unaware that he’s lying to her too. Lesedi gets bullied by her classmates. The blows just keep coming for Tshidi. Nolwazi has a huge decision to make. Jack has bad news for Tebogo. Cosmo scares his staffers. RHYTHM CITY Nikki (NOLO PHIRI), Toolkit and David steal the rhino horn, but are met with opposition from Vinolia. Reneilwe struggles to deal with her Dizzy Records “mentor”. Sabelo freaks out when Mapula reveals what she told the Ngcobos. Vinolia sends the cops to arrest David and TK. Palesa asks Bash out on a date. Lungile pledges his loyalty and support…

COLLAB QUEEN The former Idols SA contestant might only have made it to the Top 6 in 2012, but she’s used the platform to cultivate a career. Most notably she’s worked with fellow Durbanites Sketchy Bongo and Kyle Deutsch on Back to the Beach, but now she has her eyes set on a collab with a woman: “I’d like to do a collaboration with a female. So probably [rapper] Rouge.” Can. Not. Wait! BEHIND THE SCENES So what was it like working with Mzansi’s most-talented producer? “Working with Black Coffee was honestly one of the most amazing things ever,” the 22-year-old gushes. “We sort of came to each other openly so he didn’t have an ego, basically. It was different – most producers are the boss of the session, and…

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AS A YOUNG girl growing up in Mitchell’s Plain on the Cape Flats, she used to accompany her uncle to Premier Soccer League matches in Cape Town. A staunch Ajax Cape Town supporter, he never missed a match in the Mother City and made sure he took his niece along to watch the beautiful game. At the time, Julia Stuart was mostly concerned with being captured by the TV cameras at the game and having her 15 seconds of fame. Little did she and her family anticipate that as an adult, she’d be a professional presenter and a familiar face on sports channel SuperSport. The 30-year-old has made her mark in TV sports journalism, and won the hearts of soccer fans with her rich knowledge of the game and sharp…

THE SLEEPY town of Bronkhorstspruit, east of Pretoria, came to life when the Christian Revival Church hosted their recent gala dinner with the theme “He is with us, always”. The evening was hosted by Pastor Nounoush Ilunga, the community was joined by guest speakers including Apostle Jacqueline Hloyekile and Reverend Guelord Lukama, who had the congregation in high spirits. “We themed the gala event ‘He is with us, always’ so people remember that in trying times they are never alone,” Pastor Nounoush said. “They should always turn to the Lord for salvation.” The event was a labour of love: guests were treated to a special dinner, ballet dancers from the Sunday School class, hip-hop dancers and a praise-and-worship session featuring singers Althanas Ngoie and IK Dadisha.…

HE’S THE half-brother of Lucious Lyon (played by Terrence Howard) in the gripping music-industry drama, Empire. We first got a glimpse of him in the final three episodes of season 2 when he appeared to have his knives out for Lucious and his company. He also has a past with Cookie (Taraji P. Henson). Now, Morocco Omari, the actor who plays FBI agent Tariq Cousins in the hit show, is in South Africa on a holiday and DRUM is among the lucky few to get an interview with him. Not only is he easy on the eyes, he’s friendly and has a good sense of humour too. What’s more, he’s fallen in love with our beautiful country. MOROCCO was not well-known until his role in Empire became permanent for the…

SHARRIF NTEBA It’s not easy not to spend too much, but I always try to save some cash for January. My advice would be to leave some extra cash where you stay, don’t take everything with you. GEORGINAH MAVUNDZA Try to spend as much time at home as possible. I don’t take leave so I’ll be working, which means less spending. I buy school uniforms and stationery now in December. I always save and buy December groceries in November with specials. TESSA CASS I intend to buy food in bulk now in December so we have enough in January. Then put some money aside for school things. January is a very tough, long month. TEBOHO METSING It begins in December. I only buy what I need, no overspending. The little…

HE’S ONE of Mzansi’s most hip-and-happening DJs, but his road to success has been rocky. In an exclusive interview, Mobi Dixon (real name Mabi Ntuli) reveals how his alcohol and drug addiction almost ended his life, and destroyed his relationship with his family. BORN AND bred in East London, the 31-year-old musician developed a love for the arts early on. “I’ve always been passionate about music,” Mobi tells us. “But my interest in house music began in Matric. I had been doing beats and producing for artists in East London. I started DJing officially in 2004.” The following year he made his way to the other end of the country to study IT at Tshwane University of Technology. “I met the likes of [radio DJs] Christos, Glen Lewis and DJ…

HIS FACTORY in Sasolburg stands as a monument to success, equipped with everything needed to create his signature brew, Revo Premium Beer, and unique energy drink, Zzero Hangover – in case you enjoy too much of the beer. Teboho Twala says he is revolutionising the beverage industry with Zzero Hangover which, as the name suggests, is intended to cure the ills of party-goers who’ve overindulged in alcoholic drinks. “I wanted to revolutionise the industry and do something different,” the 35-year-old entrepreneur says. “People have become more health-conscious so I worked with a nutritionist to create Zzero Hangover, which is an energy drink with no caffeine made from natural herbs and plant extracts.” It tastes refreshing and when you drink it, you immediately feel revitalised and ready to face the world,…

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‘People are different and have certain preferences – relationships are about compromise’ Q I’M JEALOUS OF HIS WIFE I’m 29 and have been with a married man for nine months. I love him and he wants to take me as a second wife. But whenever we’re together and his wife calls, I feel jealous and my mood changes. Sometimes he snaps and tells me I know he has a wife, that he loves both of us and I must accept it as she won’t go away. It’s difficult because I love him, but I feel I’m wasting my time as they have two kids while I have none. I’m asking myself whether it’s worth the pain. CONFUSED, E-MAIL A Is it worth the pain? Only you can answer that. When…

1 Face the facts. Acknowledge your situation and allow yourself to grieve the losses you’re experiencing. Although some people self-medicate with alcohol or food, this only makes things worse. If you find yourself completely immobilised, seek medical help. 2 Change your thinking. You’ve allowed your mind to create a negative picture. That can change. Reinvent yourself for success by changing your thoughts about your situation ‒ thoughts are real forces that create who we are. Create optimistic thoughts of yourself, life and wealth to beat failure. 3 Believe in yourself. People give up because it feels like a battle they can’t win. To conquer the mental obstacles that limit your potential and confidence, believe you are the one who can change your situation. In the beginning, taking action when you…

NAME OF BUSINESS: MIA Sanitary Towels REGISTERED: 2012 SECTOR: Manufacturing STAFF: 12 (six permanent and six freelancers) UNDERSTANDING your clients’ needs is one of the first steps to starting a business that provides essential products. As a woman and sanitary-ware manufacturer, Promise Machimane (36) knows the need for women of all ages to go about their daily routines without worrying about their periods. Her company, MIA Sanitary Towels, is based in Silverton, Pretoria and manufactures disposable products such as sanitary towels, baby and adult nappies, breast pads and wipes. “We have eight products in our range and our clients range from young people, NGOs, churches, hospitals, individuals and companies. I have my three sisters helping me and we source our clients and then produce sanitary towels according to their needs,”…

CAPRICORN 21 DEC – 20 JAN Networking Mercury moves back into your sign this week, which means it’s a good time to make use of contacts and connections to further your goals and advance up the ladder of success. It’s an advantageous time for you in terms of your professional life, with many opportunities presenting themselves. It’s also a week in which you’ll be a little less cautious, probably with positive results. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 49, 30, 16, 32, 13, 2 AQUARIUS 21 Jan – 18 Feb Everything isn’t always as it seems and not everyone is necessarily transparent, a factor that may affect you this week. You need to be wary when it comes to money matters. Someone may be trying to tempt you into a moneymaking scam or…

What’s your favourite healthy snack? A good salad is always nice. I love it when you find one with all the stuff you like, and it’s super tasty. I could eat salad every day! What’s your guilty pleasure? I feel no guilt . . . I openly admit I eat ice cream every day – and I love it! How important is it to feel confident and comfortable in your own skin? That’s one of the most important things. It’s really important to love yourself. I also think it’s important not to be afraid to love yourself. I try to tell everybody it’s a process, not something that just happens overnight. Sometimes you need time to find out who you are, but that’s part of growing up. When did you…

KELLY KHUMALO For some of Mzansi’s most celebrated public figures, beauty is indeed skin deep, and they will stop at nothing to ensure they look their “best”. Take singer Kelly, for example: she proudly bleached her skin despite facing widespread criticism. SOPHIE NDABA Actress and businesswoman Sophie not only had orthodontic treatment, she lost a ton of weight. After battling the bulge for years, a diagnosis of diabetes forced her to re-evaluate her lifestyle. She’s been reaping the rewards – and flaunting her figure – ever since. WINNIE NTSHABA Like BFF Sophie, actress and single mother Winnie also had orthodontic treatment but it was her new short hairstyle that got Mzansi in a flutter. The cool new ‘do came just in time for spring. KHANYI MBAU Radio and television personality…

THERE seems to be no end in sight to the ongoing drama at the troubled public broadcaster. Now, fans of SABC3’s prime-time drama, High Rollers, will no longer get to see the likes of hunky actor THAPELO MOKOENA and actress JO-ANNE REYNEKE doing their thing because the SABC has canned the show. The fictional casino drama is centred on Kings Casino owned by the three wealthy Kings brothers, Paul (Justin Strydom), David (Antony Coleman) and TT (Fezile Mpela). Even though the decision to cancel the production was announced in November, the show’s production company Rous House Productions (RHP) made a last-ditch attempt to interdict the public broadcaster but Lady Luck wasn’t on their side when their application was dismissed by the Pretoria High Court. A statement issued by RHP in…