Innholdsfortegnelse for 13-Jul-17 i Drum English

But is marriage ready for her? That is the question. But everyone deserves a shot at their dreams. MONTSHING KAGISO AKA is not a marriage-material kinda guy – I hope you’re not thinking of him as your future husband! AALIYAH RAMS Ladies like to insult Bonang but some of you don’t even have a man, some of you are side chicks for life, others are married and unhappy – stop acting like relationship experts. ZAMA ZET Hahahaha! AKA was “diamond viewing” days before her birthday. She must have expected a proposal when he took her to New York! OUMA NGOBENI LOL. Some people think you just wake up and say you’re ready for marriage. Marriage is not a big fancy wedding day, it’s a lifetime commitment. KHOLOFELO NTSOANE She is…

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SUPER SIMPLE BRAAI FILLET A fillet of beef is the most tender cut of all. It’s lean, tastes buttery and is mild in flavour. This cut is best cooked at high heat and left pink in the centre. PREPARATION: 5 MIN COOKING: 8 MIN SERVES 6 1 kg beef fillet salt and black pepper 5 ml (1 tsp) dried thyme olive oil, for coating roast potatoes, to serve Preheat a braai grid. 1 Trim and discard any fat and silvery sinew from the fillet. If your fillet is thinner at one end, neatly fold the end under itself to form an even thickness and tie kitchen string along the fillet at 3-cm intervals to keep it neat and cylindrical. 2 Mix the salt and pepper and thyme together. Lightly coat…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Mrekza shows off his new girl. Namhla is getting fed up with Zach. Thabi’s persistence finally pays off. Mazwi is shocked by Getty’s revelation. Gog’Flo realises Lucy (MANAKA RANAKA) still cares about her ex. Smanga gives in to his desires. Nolwazi lashes out at Getty for betraying her. Zitha realises her man is hiding something. SCANDAL! Boniswa manages to convince a major player to follow her plan. Scelo realises he’ll have to come clean sooner rather than later. Romeo (HUNGANI NDLOVU) shares a piece of info that blindsides a hotel employee. The reality of Boniswa’s new situation hits home. Scelo’s plans are in serious jeopardy. Yvonne starts to realise her life isn’t going to go quite as she planned. ISIDINGO Ofentse and Barker clash when it comes…

FEVER BY DEON MEYER (HODDER & STOUGHTON) R170* Willem Storm and his son, Nico, start a new community after most of the world’s population is wiped out by a deadly virus. Survivors join them from all corners of South Africa. Unlike many other post-apocalyptic novels, this story offers hope. The survivors aren’t overcome by their dire circumstances but rather pull together to create new lives – and to fight against sinister forces. Fever isn’t like anything Deon Meyer has written before. Get over the fact that Benny Griessel isn’t in the book – this doorstop of a book will have you hooked. * At Takealot.com. Prices correct at time of going to print but are subject to change without notice.…

Look who’s back! The songs on 16-year-old Jasmine’s recently released EP, Wonderland, are all about growing up in London. And one of the writers on the album is none other than Meghan Trainor! Chinese roots Her dad’s British and her mom’s Chinese. “I can’t speak [a] Chinese [language] but I’m slowly learning,” says Jasmine, who lives in London. MULTI-TALENTED TEENAGER She’s been playing the piano and guitar since she was little and can also play the Irish flute. Young talent She was first noticed at the age of 10 when she started recording and posting YouTube videos of her singing. Her track Ain’t Nobody (Loves Me Better), a collaboration with German DJ Felix Jaehn, was an international hit. Real-life inspiration Her dad was the inspiration for the track Fix Me…

1 SET YOUR GOAL Three months is enough time to work towards a sizeable amount if you put away a little each week. Ask yourself what your savings goal is, and then work backwards from there – say it’s R1 200, you’d need to put away R100 a week . EXERCISE Enter your goal total here: R________________________________ Divide by 12 (this is your savings a week). Your weekly budget is: R_____________________________________ 2 MAKE A PLAN Before you start saving, work out how you’ll get there. This way, you won’t end up too overwhelmed. If you’ve got a casual job reaching your goal will be easier, but you can also earn money by helping your parents around the house. Maybe you’re awesome with odd jobs or a really good babysitter. Look…

BE GRATEFUL COMPLAINING about just about everything is a bad habit many of us has inherited. How many of us kneel every morning to thank the Almighty for giving us life? How many of us say a prayer for our jobs, family, friends, food and the roofs over our heads? Let us learn to be tolerant, appreciative and grateful for the precious things we have and stop complaining about what we don’t have, as we’re all blessed with talent that needs to be unleashed. MCDIVETT KHUMBULANI TSHEHLA, E-MAIL THE WINNING LETTER RECEIVES R300. Letters should be about 100 words. Write to us at PO Box 653284, Benmore 2010, e-mail us at letters@drum.co.za or SMS short letters to 36489. Start with the word DRUMLETTERS. Each SMS costs R1.…

SHE won over viewers with her portrayal of Qondi, a queen mother with a heart of gold in the Mzansi Magic’s telenovela Isibaya. Yet when Crown Gospel Music Awards founder Zanele Mbokazi approached Jessica Nkosi to play the mother of all mothers, she was reluctant. “I told her Mary is too big a character, I can’t play her,” Jessica says. “I’m just a normal girl and I’m not worthy.” But the actress, who plays Mary, mother of Jesus, in a show called Maria: The Story of the Son of God, is the talk of the town. The show, which premiered at the Crown Gospel Blestival last month was so well received the production’s directors are planning to take it to Cape Town and Durban. Jessica is overwhelmed by the response,…

‘The instalments charged on these vehicles are ridiculous’ HIS day starts at 3.30 am with a prayer and a shower. Rhasi Mabasa wants us to know he’s definitely not a mageza – the term used to describe arrogant, dishevelled taxi drivers whose personal hygiene is often a source of grief for passengers. “The majority just do ‘touch ups’ when they wake up,” Rhasi (21) says critically. “I think it’s important we pray. It’s quite a sacred job, transporting people on a daily basis. Lives actually depend on every single action I take while on the road. It’s important I conduct myself in a certain way.” We meet Rhasi in Alexandra, north of Joburg, just after 4 am as he does a quick inspection of his Quantum minibus. He says the…

NO MATTER how fantastic a lipstick looks on you, the last thing you want is for it to dry out your lips. So when you’re shopping for beauty products, keep in mind that lipsticks that add shine aren’t necessarily hydrating, and those that lend moisture don’t necessarily add gloss to your pout. Hydrating lipsticks often emphasise moisture or hydration on their packaging, and ones that don’t moisturise make claims about how long they last. Be cautious about buying lipsticks or glosses that are long-lasting – they look fabulous to start with but often dehydrate your lips instead of nourishing them. But if you have your heart set on a long-lasting lipstick, a clever trick is to use petroleum jelly as a base before applying the lip colour. This locks in…

‘Trust is fragile and it takes a lot of work for a relationship to go back to what it was’ I DON’TTRUSTHIM Q I’ve been dating a guy for almost six months and I thought our relationship was filled with love and happiness. He seemed to have all the qualities that I’m looking for in a man. But three weeks ago he gave me his phone and I got curious and checked his chats. I found pictures of girls’ private parts that were sent to him on WhatsApp by many girls. He said he had been dating these girls before he met me and was about to end the chats. He kept on apologising so I decided to give him a second chance. But now I feel I cannot trust…

FAMOUS CANCERIANS SKETCHY BONGO 15 JULY FAF DU PLESSIS 13 JULY KING GOODWILL ZWELITHINI 14 JULY SHAUN POLLOCK 16 JULY JOMO SONO 17 JULY VIN DIESEL 18 JULY KGALEMA MOTLANTHE 19 JULY CANCER’S COMFORTS A historical novel. A comfy couch with fluffy cushions. A year’s subscription to a home magazine. Any kind of silver collector’s item. Sponsorship for a cooking course. Their family crest – preferably accompanied by a piece on the family’s origin. Antique furniture. CANCER 21 JUN – 21 JUL This could be a positive week for you, especially at work. Events might be stimulating and exciting, which might lead you to finally resolve some frustrating challenges. But achieving your goals can be very stressful too. Fortunately, your energy levels should be high so you won’t run out…

Hitmaker, producer, record label exec, author. . . Is there anything DJ Khaled can’t do? Here’s the lowdown on his 10th album, Grateful, which spawned the no.1 single I’m the One. 1 Fans of DJ Khaled (41) know his eight-month-old son, Asahd, is his pride and joy. He loves to share pics of the little guy on social media, and he’s even credited as the executive producer on Grateful! Asahd also appears on the covers of some of his dad’s recent singles and is featured in the video for the album’s second single, I’m the One (featuring Justin Bieber, Lil Wayne, Chance the Rapper and Quavo). That’s not all: He threw up on his dad while Khaled was mixing Shining, his hit tune with Beyoncé and JAY-Z! “Believe it or…

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IT WAS a whirlwind romance – three months after first laying eyes on the prettiest girl he’d ever seen he nervously proposed. Three weeks after she said yes they tied the knot in a fairy-tale wedding. Some might say it was way too fast, but Clint Brink (36) disagrees. He doesn’t feel he rushed his marriage to former Miss Namibia Steffi Brink (25). “I don’t like wasting moments because I know how fragile life can be,” the actor says. He’s speaking from experience. The seasoned actor who found fame on e.tv’s Backstage was 21 when he lost his girlfriend, fellow Backstage actress Marubini Mogale, in a tragic car crash 12 years ago in Touwsriver in the Western Cape. Clint was driving the car Marubini, who played Irene in the popular…

THE Moët flowed and the man of the moment sparkled. He might’ve been a little anxious but SOMIZI MHLONGO certainly didn’t let it show at the recent launch of his memoir at Exclusive Books Social Kitchen & Bar in Hyde Park, Johannesburg. “I’ve hosted big shows and choreographed huge conferences but I’ve never been this nervous because this is a bookstore and I’m a school dropout!” he said. “What am I doing here?” But the 44-year-old choreographer’s autobiography, Dominoes: Unbreakable Spirit, explains just how he got there – and adds author to his already impressive list of achievements, which include TV and radio presenter, Idols SA judge and reality TV star. Why Dominoes? Because the walls that looked like obstacles came crashing down in the face of his unbreakable spirit…

He’s been off the airwaves for a while but music vet DJ WARRAS is keeping busy by sharing his years of experience with up-and-coming DJs. “It’s always more convenient learning from other people’s mistakes,” he tweeted after recently training interns at Yfm. We caught up with the radio guru for a quick chat. 5 MINUTES TO MAKE YOURSELF SOMETHING TO EAT – WHAT’S IT GOING TO BE? Probably an egg. 4 THINGS YOU CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT . . . Phone, car, training and green chilli. 3 PEOPLE WITH WHOM YOU’D LIKE TO HAVE A DRINK? Jacob Zuma, [American entrepreneur] Gary Vaynerchuk and Redi Tlhabi. 2 THINGS YOU’D TELL YOUR TEENAGE SELF? Don’t be a slutbag. Don’t mix alcohol. 1 PLACE YOU’D RUN AWAY TO? Switzerland.…

IS THERE anything Jessica Nkosi can’t do? The actress has more than proven she has what it takes to set the small screen ablaze – and now she’s showing her prowess on the stage too. And, of course, let’s not forget she’s the gorgeous cover star of our DRUM Hair brand extension . . . Turn to page 6 to see what Jessica says about the power of prayer and working hard. As she succinctly puts it: “If you’re lazy you won’t make money.” On a completely different note, we’d love to know what kind of advice you want about parenting. We have a feature about appropriate exercises for kids and want to hear if this is the kind of thing you like and what you’d want more of. E-mail…

WHO would ever have predicted that scientists would one day have the know-how to create human blood or an artificial womb? They sound like something straight out of a far-fetched sci-fi movie yet these projects are close to becoming a wonderful – although also rather scary – reality. When it comes to scientific discovery the sky isn’t even the limit – science whizzes have already managed to make a small-scale functioning replica of the sun. Not content with that, they are also trying to find a way to create a fake mountain. Where will it ever end? We take a look at the latest breakthroughs that will change our world. HERE COMES THE SUN On 23 March the world’s largest artificial sun started emitting light when scientists switched it on…

DOUBLE UP Overlap two scarves or pieces of fabric in different colours and patterns to create this gorgeous headwrap. STEP 1 Wrap the two scarves or pieces of fabric around your head, one on top of the other, but make sure the top one overlaps slightly so the bottom one peeks out. Take the four ends to the back and tie together to form two end sections. STEP 2 Twist the two ends together at the back of your head – as you would with hair – so they intertwine. Once twisted all the way to the end, you should have both sides of the scarves or fabric in one twist. STEP 3 Take the twist from behind and wrap it over the front of your head. Secure the end…

‘A constant runny nose is probably a reaction to an allergen in your surroundings’ RUNNY NOSE ISSUE Q I have a problem with a runny nose. It doesn’t just happen in winter – it’s a continuous problem. It doesn’t hurt, but it’s not nice to have to blow it all the time. I’ve tried remedies for sinus but nothing has helped. What should I do now? A This is most likely caused by a reaction to an allergen (a substance that causes an allergic reaction) in your surroundings. To improve your runny nose you’ll need to identify and eliminate it. Possible allergens could be something you eat, wear or use to wash and moisturise your body. It could also be things such as dust and animal hair. Over-the-counter medicines for…

LANDLORDS and their tenants are often in one another’s hair over things such as deposits and rent increases – and frequently it’s just because the lease contract wasn’t read or understood properly. This week we look at the myths, facts and questions around renting property. MYTH The rent may not be increased before the end of the lease period. FACT: Your rent may be increased but only if it’s stipulated in the contract. It’s common practice to raise the rent after a year, which is when the lease is usually renewed, says Ferdi Verryn of Verryn Matlhare attorneys. The landlord can’t suddenly increase the rent by a huge amount – they can raise it only in terms of what the contract says. MYTH The rent is always raised by 10…

NOT A HATCH Question: Why does a chicken hatch have two doors? Answer: Because if it had four it would’ve been a chicken sedan. DEEP STUFF A Buddhist walks up to a hot-dog vendor and says, “Make me one with everything.” The vendor makes the hot dog and the Buddhist hands him R100. The vendor pockets the money and moves on to the next customer. “Hey, where’s my change?” the Buddhist asks. “Ah,” the vendor replies, “change comes from within.” A MEATY QUESTION Teacher: Kids, what does the chicken give you? Students: Nuggets! Teacher: Very good! Now what does the pig give you? Students: Bacon! Teacher: Great! And what does the fat cow give you? Little Jabu: Homework! ALL TIED UP I received an invitation to a wedding that said…

‘A glazed doughnut,’ she sighs. ‘I haven’t had a doughnut in a while. I do love them’ THE Williams sisters were excited when their father proposed the family watch Cinderella on television. “It was unusual,” Venus says, “because we weren’t allowed to watch TV; we could only watch educational programmes. Then afterwards Dad said, ‘What was the most important thing that happened?’ Oh no! There was a catch? It’s like, ‘What’s the right answer?’ Because you’re a kid and you want to make your parents happy.” So what was the right answer? Venus chuckles. “Well, the most important thing was that Cinderella said to Fairy Godmother, ‘Thank you so much. This is more than I could have ever asked for’.” So not the beautiful gowns or triumph over the ugly…

SHE skilfully applies her make-up, sticks on extra-length eyelashes and adjusts a big-haired wig. Yet it’s only when she slips into a ravishing red dress and effortlessly belts out Whitney Houston’s I Have Nothing that her transformation into one of the world’s greatest singers is complete. Belinda Davids (40) is a dead ringer for the late R&B queen who died in a bath tub in 2012 after accidentally drowning due to drug use. The star of The Greatest Love of All: The Whitney Houston Show has received high praise for bringing the singer back to life while taking the audience on a trip down memory lane – it trended at number 1 on Twitter on the opening night at Cape Town’s Artscape Theatre. Having returned from a six-week European tour…

Cape Town muso JIMMY NEVIS has finally launched his York Yard fashion range after two years in the pipeline. “The name is really special to me. Growing up I used to sing in my yard every single day. It was a space where I could express what I now regard as my calling in life. During those years, my backyard became Madison Square Garden [in New York]. York Yard for me is really about being young and brave, about recognising that our dreams can become our reality.” Jimmy’s own designs will be called York Yard Originals, but the label is also a platform for young designers as the singer wants it to be a showcase for new fashion talent. Jimmy is collaborating with four up-and-coming designers at the moment and…

Nappies don’t make Pharrell happy HE’S usually pretty chilled – in fact, most of the time he’s really happy. But it turns out there’s something that makes hitmaker PHARRELL WILLIAMS (44) pretty unhappy: changing nappies! The father of four, who has five-month-old triplets and son Rocket (8) with his wife HELEN LASICHANH (36), revealed he doesn’t do diapers. “My wife is Seal Team Six – there’s nothing she can’t do,” Pharrell says. “She carried those three bodies and she’s just on it all the time. And we do have some amazing people to help us, but it’s [still] serious.” The Voice USA judge, whose music is in the new Despicable Me movie and on its soundtrack, is also a clothing designer – but that doesn’t mean he’s dressing the triplets.…