Innholdsfortegnelse for 28-Dec-17 i Drum English

BLACK GIRL MAGIC IF ANYONE personified black excellence this year, it’s Nomzamo Mbatha. She has shown she’s a role model for our kids, someone for them to look up to and see what a black child can grow into. From winning awards for her acting talent and nabbing sought-after sponsorships to being named an ambassador for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and starting a business – put simply, she’s slayed! That’s why Nomzamo is DRUM’s person of the year for 2017. We commend her for her achievements and wish her all the best for the year ahead. And she has remained humble throughout. As she says on page 10, “I am still the same Nomzamo. There’s no time to put on an act. I am just myself, I’m…

‘While I am used to following a script, I can also dive into the deep end’ IT HASN’T been a good year for Nomzamo Mbatha – it’s been an incredible one! The popular actress, presenter and model has clinched armloads of awards, blown Mzansi away with her acting skills, landed many a lucrative endorsement contract – and even caught the eye of the United Nations. In the midst of a rather exceptional crowd, she simply excelled – that’s why we at DRUM decided to make her our standout person for 2017. Let’s start with the awards. Nomzamo won three YOU Spectacular gongs after the public overwhelmed her with votes in the popular celeb contest run by our sister magazine – most stylish female celeb, sexiest woman and favourite couple along…

1 Trevor Noah is flying Mzansi’s flag high as host of American current affairs programme The Daily Show. What’s the title of the comedian’s best-selling book? 2 When asked whether she believed Khwezi, the woman who accused President Jacob Zuma of rape in 2005, human settlements minister Lindiwe Sisulu said: “I believe she believes she was raped.” True or false? 3 In which European city did Minnie Dlamini celebrate her bachelorette party? 4 What’s the name of the popular gqom song by Distruction Boyz that’s been criticised for promoting unprotected sex? 5 Which local soccer team is coached by former Bafana Bafana star Benni McCarthy? 6 The State Security Agency wanted to ban The President’s Keepers. Who is the author of this book? 7 She was accused of being “full…

STEAK BITES These are just the ticket when you’re entertaining. Cook the steak in a pan or over coals then add the dips to make it extra-special. Provide a handful of skewers or forks and let guests choose their favourite flavours. SERVES 8 PREPARATION: 15 MIN COOKING: 8-10 MIN RESTING: 10 MIN STEAK 3x250g steaks (cut of your choice), at room temperature olive oil for rubbing freshly ground pepper 15ml (1T) butter 5ml (1t) sea salt DIPS 1 GARLIC AND LEMON 10g each spring onions, fresh parsley and rocket, chopped 4 garlic cloves, crushed 15ml (1T) lemon juice 30ml (2T) olive oil pinch of sea salt 2 BALSAMIC VINEGAR AND OLIVE OIL 45ml (3T) balsamic vinegar 125ml (½c) olive oil 10g fresh basil, leaves separated 3 CHILLI AND CORIANDER 6…

YOU don’t need thousands of rands to start your year on a better financial footing. Just contributing a little more to your savings or paying off some of your debts can have a big impact. We spoke to Danelle van Heerde, head of advice processes and tools at Sanlam, about what you can do – and how. YOUR PENSION FUND Contributing just 5% a month more to your pension fund can make your retirement a lot more comfortable one day. If you want to maintain your standard of living, your pension fund savings should be as close as possible to your pre-retirement income. That way you’ll have almost the same amount of money available as when you were still earning an income. For example: Mpho earns R20 000 a month.…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Jack (VUSI KUNENE) goes head-to-head with his son and TAU GETS a call from the hospital. Mpho catches Zondiwe out and Lesedi thinks her relationship might be over. Nolwazi can’t shake the feeling that she did something wrong. Zitha’s monster-in-law is driving her crazy and the horrific truth about Patrick’s hit-and-run is revealed. Nolwazi hands herself in to the police. SCANDAL! Stokkies starts to fear that an obsession could cause emotional damage. Yvonne hates the position she finds herself in and learns a man from her past is dangerously upset. Zinzile (GCINA NKOSI) discovers she’s in competition with someone she can’t stand. Yvonne receives great news, but her joy is short-lived and she utters a rash wish. Ingrid comes up with a plan she wants kept secret.…

1.  What “newspaper” does Clark Kent work for in Superman?A. The Daily StarB. The Daily NewsC. The Daily NationD. The Daily Planet2.  Oology is the study of . . .?A. OceansB. Birds’ eggsC. TeethD. Rain3.  The capital of India is . . .?A. MumbaiB. New DelhiC. DhakaD. Kathmandu4.  A giraffe’s neck has . . . bones?A. 7B. 10C. 17D. 205.  In what year was the iPhone released?A. 2000B. 2005C. 2007D. 20096.  Who invented, among other things, the electric light bulb?A. Thomas EdisonB. Nikola TeslaC. James WattD. Alexander Graham Bell7.  Where will you find human figures with big heads carved in stone known as moai?A. Christmas IslesB. Winter IslandC. Summer IslesD. Easter Island8.  Who wrote the song Hallelujah?A. Nina SimoneB. Leonard CohenC. John CaleD. Jeff Buckley9.  What planet is the third…

1.  Boxer Zolani Tete made history with the fastest world title knockout. How long did the fight last?A 11 minutesB 11 secondsC 5 minutes2.  True or false? Bafana Bafana’s all-time top goalscorer Benni McCarthy currently coaches PSL team Ajax Cape Town.TrueFalse3.  This Olympic gold medallist and three-time world champ was named SA sportswoman of the year. Who is it?A Sunette ViljoenB Tsholofelo ThipeC Caster Semenya4.  This year Kagiso Rabada became the youngest South African bolwer to claim 100 Test wickets. How old is he?A 22B 25C 215.  Name the former West Indies bowler who is now coaching the Proteas.A Ottis GibsonB Curtly AmbroseC Ian Bishop6.  The Springboks suffered their worst defeat in SA rugby history when they were hammered 57-0. Which team thrashed them?A AustraliaB JapanC New Zealand7.  This 15-year-old…

Kevin Hart and son Hendrix (10) The comic is a grown little man – and soon his son will be too! Boris Kodjoe and daughter Sophie (12) The Code Black hunk clearly shared his good looks with both his son (see opposite page) and daughter. Al B Sure and son Quincy (26) Quincy was raised by Diddy, and calls him dad, but he’s finally mended his troubled relationship with his biological father, singer and producer Al B Sure, and he’s totally twinning with him too. Jay-Z and daughter Blue Ivy (5) Hova’s firstborn, who turns six in January, has her dad’s heart – and his face too. Niecy Nash and daughter Dia (18) She really is her mom’s mini-me, right down to that gorgeous smile! André 3000 and son Seven…

BIG HAIR, DON’T CARE 1 Loose waves, a Ralph & Russo gown, Bulgari jewels and heels by Casadei for the Spider-Man: Homecoming premiere. 2 Out and about in NYC in a pin-striped suit with rose appliqué, cropped top and Adidas sneakers. 3 Channelling the ’70s with cascading curls and a sparkly pantsuit by Vivetta. 4 An awesome Afro and Schiaparelli Couture dress for the InStyle Awards. ALL GROWN UP 5 Slicked-back hair, Chopard earrings and a Ralph & Russo dress at the designer’s show. 6 The epitome of elegance with a classic ’20s hairdo, a Mario Dice gown with pearl detailing and Christian Louboutin heels at the Chrysalis Butterfly Ball. 7 A knitted sweater and floral skirt by H&M x ERDEM at the brand’s runway show.…

GOVERNMENT’S 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children is a good initiative, but I have a feeling not much is being done to educate young men and boys to love and protect women and children. Perhaps what we need is a parallel campaign titled “I’m a Man of Authority” to make men and boys aware of their responsibilities to protect women and children. SELLABOSHEGO MABITSELA, EMAIL THE WINNING LETTER RECEIVES R300. Letters should be about 100 words. Write to us at PO Box 653284, Benmore 2010, email us at letters@drum.co.za or SMS short letters to 36489. Start with the word DRUMLETTERS. Each SMS costs R1.…

THE NEWSMAKERS PRESIDENT JACOB ZUMA The first citizen saw his already waning popularity take a nosedive this year. There were several attempts to oust Zuma (75) and tens of thousands of South Africans took to the streets across the country in support of #ZumaMustFall. But SA’s Teflon man managed to survive, even as the evidence against him piled up. Damning allegations emerged in the #GuptaLeaks emails and investigative journalist Jacques Pauw’s book, The President’s Keepers, unearthed jaw-dropping claims about corruption, collusion and general disdain for the processes of law and order. Next year is going to be interesting. MAKHOSI KHOZA The 47-year-old former ANC MP became a heroine to many when she took a stand against corruption and declared she’d no longer be taking instructions from Luthuli House. After she…

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‘Work out what will make you happy instead of thinking about what others will do or say’ I’VE HAD ENOUGH OF IT Q I’m a sex worker but I want to stop this business as I’m looking for some peace in my life. Can you help me? LR, SMS A It’s commendable that you’ve realised you need change in your life and have worked out what you need to do to make that change. There are halfway houses for women who want or need to change their lives and you can get in contact with them through Lovelife on 011-523-1000 or by emailing talk@lovelife.org.za. I wish you the best. I CAN’T MOVE ON Q My fiancé and I parted ways last year while I was pregnant. I lost the baby…

CAPRICORN 21 DEC – 20 JAN With Venus, goddess of love, currently moving through your sign, you might feel quite comfortable putting out romantic feelers and making your intentions clear. Whether you want to attract the attention of the one who’s caught your eye or rekindle the romantic spark of a relationship gone stale, it’s a favourable time for improving your love life. First impressions count, so make an effort with your looks and appearance. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 12, 36, 9, 45, 20, 23 AQUARIUS 21 Jan – 18 Feb You might be a people person and it’s a social time of year, but it’s time to escape the hype of the festive season. Whether you want to pack your bags for a solo journey, go on a retreat or…

READ & WATCH Several highly anticipated book-to-movie adaptations hit the big screen this year, including the widely popular The Dark Tower (filmed in South Africa and New York), starring Idris Elba, and the highly acclaimed historical Hidden Figures, featuring Taraji P Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monáe. And even more are set to hit the screen next year. Whether you prefer to read the book first, then watch the movie, or the other way around, there’s something for everyone. We take a look at some of the best of 2017 and what to look forward to. THE SHACK The book was first published in 2007 by author William P Young and hit the big screens this year. The faith-based movie focuses on a grieving, depressed man who questions his faith…

THE West Coast National Park near Langebaan in the Western Cape is the perfect relaxing hideaway. Enjoy the unspoilt natural environment here, where every evening offers the spectacle of a stunning sunset over the Langebaan Lagoon and Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy a leisurely drive through the park’s 32 000 hectares, home to a variety of wild animals, and take in the surrounding beauty of kilometres of indigenous vegetation, white sand dunes and azure water. ACCOMMODATION The park offers various comfortable, affordable accommodation options in a choice of locations. And since there aren’t any direct neighbours here, each chalet offers privacy. Park access is strictly monitored and no one is allowed to enter or leave the park between 6pm and 7am (April to August), or 7pm and 7am (September to March). To…

ITUMELENG KHUNE The Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana Bafana goalkeeper took country duty to a whole new level this year. The 30-year-old suffered a facial injury just days before Bafana was to face Senegal in a World Cup qualifying match. But instead of sitting on the sidelines, he chose to play with a mask on. “Having to play with the mask was a risk I had to take because I always put my country first and I enjoy what I do,” he said. “This is a calling from God that I should help the nation.” Now that’s inspirational. LEBOGANG MANYAMA Not only was the former Cape Town City captain named the PSL’s Footballer of the Season this year, the midfielder was transferred to Europe in August. The 27-year-old joined Turkish outfit…

It’s the season to give and share, and Black Coffee outdid Father Christmas when he presented his mother with a brand-new Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV. He shared a pic of the shiny new ride with the caption, “Mommy’s Christmas gonna be lit”. DRUM readers share their thoughts on his generous gift. Let’s bless our parents while they are still alive. VEE VELELE NKOSI More blessings shall fall upon you [Black] Coffee . . . Let’s make our parents happy while they’re still alive. MARISA KEFILWE KGOLENG Talk about being blessed to that level & not forgetting home. SIYANDA NGEMA Brother, God will bless you more . . . you have heart. CYNTHIA NDALASE We love parent blessers! GEORGINA NNANA SESHWENI Big ups to Black Coffee! MORWA MOOI Nice one, child. SHEVON…

‘My family took me to a prophet who prayed for me for hours’ HE’S elegant in a tailored suit and crisp white shirt, the picture of health and prosperity. His handshake is firm, his greeting is warm and he thanks God for another lovely day. All in all, this guy is so wholesome and clean it’s difficult to imagine him having anything dark and damaged in his past – let alone a drug and alcohol problem that lasted for years and saw him burning through thousands of rands. Gospel singer Jamela Vuma, who now goes by the name JRoss, is not ashamed of talking about his past. In a real heart-to-heart, he tells DRUM how kicking his demons was neither quick nor easy and involved plenty of changes – including…

LOOK 1 STEP 1 Apply a primer first as it makes make-up last longer. Then apply a concealer under your eyes and on the eyelids – do this for all four looks. STEP 2 Dust highlighter lightly over your eyes, cheekbones and T-zone. STEP 3 Contour to shape the face then fill the brows. STEP 4 Add a clear lip gloss to the eyes then dust gold glitter on top or use a gold eyeshadow. STEP 5 Now apply bronze blusher on your cheeks. STEP 6 Add metallic lipstick, then apply a highlighter on your brow ridge, cheekbones, your nose and above your top lip. LOOK 2 CHEEKS Choose a highlighter with a gold hue and apply it to the apples of your cheeks. EYES Apply a white highlighter on…

FOR FOODIES DRUM Food This is a great gift for friends who love to entertain. It has 110 great dishes to try out this summer – there’s amasi fritters, sticky ribs, chicken feet pot and Oreo cheesecake. Mmm! These recipes are so good you’ll want to get your own copy too! Price: R32 DRUM Hope’s Food Aspiring master chefs will love this magazine. It’s packed with 97 tasty recipes to hone their culinary skills. There’s pulled pork bunny chow, dukkah lollipop chops with mashed potato or tea-infused truffles and more. And as an added gift, why not offer to taste the end product. Yum! Price: R29,95 FOR THE KIDS DRUM Homework Done This great stocking filler will give primary school learners a head-start on school projects and homework. The informative…

SIMPLE SOLUTION A guy goes to visit his elderly mother and notices she’s sitting there stuffing herself with chocolates. “I thought your doctor told you to stop eating sweets,” he says. “Oh, I don’t have to listen to him anymore,” she replies. “Why not?” “He died.” MOM ON THE CASE A woman calls her GP. “My teenage son isn’t well,” she says, “He takes my motorbike for a ride everyday but today he hasn’t gone outside once. He must have a temperature.” “Do you have a thermometer?” the GP asks. “No,” she says, “a Kawasaki.” RIGHT, SORT OF “Give me a sentence that involves a public servant,” the teacher asks her Grade 2 class. Johnny puts up his hand. “The fireman came down the ladder pregnant,” he says. “Um .…

RESTLESS BY CRAIG LUCAS When you listen to this Cape Town singer’s debut album, why he won the second season of The Voice SA is clear. It seems a lot of effort went into it, and his smooth vocals and stellar song-writing are top class. Top tracks include Burning, I Said This and Young and Stupid. The acoustic version of the late Prince’s Purple Rain will make a Craig Lucas fan out of anyone. One of our best local albums of 2017. – COLIN HENDRICKS STAY SHINING BY RIKY RICK He’s back with a banging second studio album. Riky’s family is a big inspiration to him and it’s evident on this record. What’s refreshing is that his rap game continues to have a strong local feel – the beat, sound…

THANDIE met Paul at university and they hit it off right away. What started as a beautiful friendship soon blossomed into a fairy-tale romance. But it was not all plain sailing for the happy couple because the toughest battle they faced was their respective families. Thandie came from a very strict, traditional Zulu family and she was terrified to tell them she was in love with a white boy. She knew her father was never going to accept their relationship, as he was struggling to forgive white people for all the injustices of the past. Paul had an understanding mother but his father was very conservative and had difficulty accepting the changes in the country. He ruled his farm workers and his family like a dictator – things were always…

FOR months they played the “just friends” game, but there was no hiding from the investigators on Twitter and Instagram. Some eagle-eyed detective work matched their hands in cryptic photo posts and, after some crafty picture deciphering, figured out they were in the same location at the same time. Before long, there was just no hiding it. So Liesl Laurie, who was Miss SA 2015, and rapper ProVerb outed themselves on a sun-drenched baecation in Jamaica. The pageant-queen-turned-radio-host and the Idols SA presenter are still media shy when it comes to discussing their relationship but we’ve made a list of why we think they’re good together. Here are eight reasons why we are crushing hard on this cute couple. THEY’RE ALWAYS RED-CARPET READY It’s hard not to stare when Liesl…

WITH the year drawing to a close, it’s finally time to relax and unwind! Whether it’s listening to your favourite tunes, curling up on the couch with a good book or binge-watching series you’ve been burning to see, there are few things as refreshing as a relaxation session. We asked a few local celebs how they plan to chill out over the holidays. RAPPER AB CRAZY “I’ll forever love the Big Bang Theory! In between watching old episodes I’ll be listening to my own album, Blue Skies, and I want to watch Kevin Hart’s new movie, Jumanji.” TV PRESENTER BONTLE MODISELLE “I met an interesting entrepreneur and motivational speaker while on a cruise, and he’d just written his first book. So that’s what I’ll be reading – Inspired Success by…