Innholdsfortegnelse for 26-Jul-18 i Drum English

FEEL-GOOD NEWS THERE are two stories in this issue that show the triumph of the human spirit. In one, a 39-year-old woman with cerebral palsy defies those who said she wouldn’t be able to live a normal life. In fact, she isn’t just living a normal life – she recently climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. “Even when I was in the last 100m of my summit and felt my knees giving in, I refused to give up,” she says in our inspirational story on page 94. The other story is about the 12 kids who were trapped in a cave in Thailand. The bravery of the boys, their coach and the doctors and divers who set out to save them shows what humans are capable of when…

Unwind with 117 great brain games in the first issue of DRUM Puzzles (R32)! This magazine is perfect for puzzle lovers of any skill level – beginners and experts. Solve classic crosswords and arrow puzzles, crack codebreakers, have a go at spot the difference with celeb pictures, become the master of sudoku and more! The solutions are included at the back of the magazine. DRUM Word Search (R42) offers hours of word-search fun. Sift through a maze of letters for hidden words in 101 great puzzles. Puzzles are grouped in themes and there’s a section for kids that will help expand their vocabulary with themes such as animals, superheroes and more. Get your copy in stores or order from Johan Terblanche at johan.terblanche@media24.com  or 021-406-4962.…

‘I love acting and when you love what you do you give it your all’ SHE’S probably always going to be remembered as Mam’ Ruby, the sharp-witted, quick-tempered shebeen queen she portrayed on Generations. But there’s a lot more to Slindile Nodangala (46) than just one character. After nearly three decades in the entertainment industry she’s been there, seen this, done that. There have been ups and downs along the way but she somehow always comes out on top. She marked her recent 29th anniversary in the world of entertainment with a post on her Instagram account. “When I started in 1989 I was earning R40 per week,” she wrote. “I toyed with the idea of becoming a nurse or Zulu police ’cause at least they have benefits but your…

EVERYTHING in life happens for a reason and someday it will make sense. It took five years and a series of low-budget roles for him to understand this life lesson. But Lerato Makhetha gets it now. This wisdom has helped him im make the most of the opportunities presented to him – and it’s helping him to live his best life. The 31-year-old recently landed the role he’s hungered for and he’s having great fun with it, he tells DRUM when he and his family join us at our studios in Auckland Park. Lerato and his wife, Phetola (33), look on indulgently as their daughter, (5), hands over a bouquet. It’s from her parents to say thank you for the story we did on Lerato and his father, veteran actor…

WE’VE come a long way since the era of hiding money under the mattress, thanks to technology and banking services. Banks do more than just protect your money, they give peace of mind and the convenience to access your money from anywhere, at anytime. Now banking is literally at your finger tips, which saves you time – and additional bank charges. Thanks to the digital age you now have the option to bank on your phone, which is a safe, cheaper and convenient alternative to going into the bank. When you do your day-to-day banking on devices with banking capability this is often referred to as a self-service banking channel. Just be sure to keep your banking details and PIN safe, as scammers will try anything to acquire your banking…

ISIDINGO Lerato begs Sechaba (MOTLATSI MAFATSHE) not to make the divorce ugly but he’s determined to give her a taste of her own medicine. Ntando and Ben are at loggerheads about the miners’ jobs. Anja answers Joshua’s phone and makes a shocking discovery. The miners are up in arms about the newspaper article and turn to Hendrik for answers. SCANDAL! A surprise visitor threatens to derail someone’s carefully laid plans. Romeo’s (HUNGANI NDLOVU) revelations have surprising results. A charming villain convinces his partner in crime to tolerate a betrayal. Hlengiwe faces a sad truth. Gloria acts out. A daughter faces a choice between her dreams and the needs of others. MUVHANGO Mpho senses something serious is going on with Azwindini (GABRIEL TEMUDZANI). Hangwani goes face to face with Moliehi. Teboho…

PRIVATE SCHOOL NEGRO **** ON NETFLIX Social commentator and comedian W KAMAU BELL gets his first Netflix stand-up show and it’s a hoot, even if one is left feeling more than a little uneasy at how much humour there is to be mined from racism and the Trump presidency. Bell, whose series United Shades of America on CNN explores communities across the US, uses that, plus his own life, to sound off on politics, racism, parenting and more in this one-hour comedy special.…

PETER RABBIT *** FAMILY. 93 MIN. 2018. A. Beatrix Potter’s charming tales get a makeover in this family friendly CGI based live-action adventure. A family of rabbits living off the garden of Farmer McGregor (Sam Neill) go to war with McGregor’s nephew (Domhnall Gleeson) when he inherits his late uncle’s farm. Peter Rabbit (voiced by James Corden) has a surprisingly sadistic streak and viewers under 10 will enjoy the relentless slapstick silliness more than the rest of us.…

HE WAS a “beautiful child” – the quiet little brother of the former president’s more famous twins who stayed in the background yet endeared himself to all who knew him. And when news came of Nhlakanipho Vusi Zuma’s death, people were shocked. Zelda la Grange, Nelson Mandela’s former right-hand woman, took to Twitter to express her sadness. “Oh my word, this is terrible,” she wrote. “Vusi was a beautiful child. We saw him grow up.” Former public protector Thuli Madonsela also tweeted her condolences, saying she noted with “shock and sympathy” the news of the “untimely passing” of the 25-year-old. Vusi was the youngest of the five children Jacob Zuma had with wife Kate Mantsho, who took her own life in 2000. Duduzane, Vusi’s older brother and twin of Duduzile,…

HE CAME into the tournament as a young hotshot, eager to test his mettle against the best in the beautiful game. But even those who marked Kylian Mbappé as a player to watch never expected he’d leave Russia a superstar – and scorer of the final goal in his squad’s World Cup victory. The young French player is now being called the teenager with the world at his feet and has already drawn comparisons to Argentinian legend Lionel Messi (31) and Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo (33). An achievement in itself – but nearly unthinkable for a 19-year-old. When he sent the ball sailing past Danijel Subašic into the back of the net, Mbappé became only the second teenager in history to score in a World Cup final, helping seal France’s…

As a woman who grew up in a poor family, I was deeply touched by the article “The Period Problem” (12 July) as I can relate to every word about period poverty. It’s unbearable to learn that many girls still have to use toilet paper, newspapers and old bits of clothes as sanitary pads. I can’t blame girls who bunk school during their period. Not using the right sanitary pads during your period leads to low self-esteem in young women. Period poverty is one of the underrated social challenges faced by poor girls and women. I’m glad that we finally have an organised group of women who are addressing the problem with the government. The last sentence of the article explains clearly why the government must provide free sanitary pads…

1994-1995 Slindile Nodangala starts out in showbiz as a backup singer for the award-winning Stimela group. 2005 She spends time touring the world with The Lion King musical. “Theatre is extremely important for upcoming actors,” she told Destiny magazine. “It refines and enhances your skill, you learn how to develop the character, break it down, understand where you’re going in terms of your craft, and where you’re coming from.” 2011 She lands the role that launches her TV career and changes her life – Mam’ Ruby on Generations. The fearless shebeen queen with the bellowing voice who can cut any man down to size quickly becomes a fan favourite. “UmaRubza is a fair portrayal of South African women and the troubles we go through,” Slindile told DRUM at the time.…

‘His choices weren’t his anymore – the drugs made choices for him’ HER son’s desperate plea still haunts her. “Mom, I’ve got a heroin problem. I don’t want to die. Please take me to a drug clinic.” Ntombi* had suspected something was wrong with her son, Themba*, but this was the last thing she expected to hear. After all, he was just 13 years old. Hearing he was an addict made her heart sink. She managed to get her son into rehab and for a while he seemed to get better. But Ntombi lived in constant fear of her son falling back into the dark and dangerous world of drugs – especially as they’re as easy to get around here as sweets in a spaza shop. Middelburg in Mpumalanga is…

Discovery Health “The HMI findings provide a number of positive recommendations to build South Africa’s healthcare system,” CEO Dr Jonathan Broomberg says. Discovery supports the recommendation that the need for healthcare in certain areas must be carefully evaluated before licences for new hospitals and other healthcare facilities are issued, he adds. The recommendation regarding the introduction of a standardised base benefit option across all schemes and that schemes can offer supplementary benefits “are progressive and workable proposals”, he says. When it come to Discovery Health’s strong market position and sustained profitability, Broomberg says it’s not because the administrator charges its medical scheme clients higher fees than its competitors do, but rather it’s thanks to a number of business factors such as “continuous innovation and greater operational efficiency driven by management…

THIS South American country’s food is a colourful and tasty mix, with diverse roots from Europe – especially Portugal and Spain – the Far East, Africa and India. Black beans, chillies and coriander take pride of place in simple dishes, along with coconut. Tropical fruit is abundant so it’s often served with or after meals. PICADINHO DE CARNE (Chopped rump steak with Brazilian rice) This is one of Brazil’s most common meat dishes. Instead of mince, you can chop steak with a sharp knife. That way the meat stays juicy and flavoursome. Rice is a staple in Brazil and the ideal accompaniment to this dish. SERVES 4 PREPARATION: 40 MIN COOKING: 30 MIN STEAK 750g rump steak, fat removed oil for shallow frying 100g bacon rashers, chopped 1 onion, chopped…

USING FEATURE COLOURS Colour can have a huge impact on how we feel. It easily transforms a space and adds personality, but many people are scared of using it in their homes. There are simple rules to follow, but the first step is just to give it a go! Choose one item as inspiration, like a cushion cover, artwork or an accessory, and use a colour in that piece as your starting point. Begin with simple, inexpensive projects so you can build your confidence and then move on to a more dramatic look. CREATING A FEATURE WALL A feature wall is an easy, quick and inexpensive way to add colour to your home. It’s also a great place for any beginner to start because if you don’t like it, or…

LOST WITHOUT HIM Q I was married for over 40 years and although our lives were not always easy we had a good relationship. He was a kind and caring man and he tried hard to earn money for me and our family. We went through a lot together and always worked out our problems together, supporting each other and finding things to laugh about. He got sick a few months ago and died very soon after and now I feel completely lost without him. I miss him so much every day and I don’t know how to carry on living life on my own. My children and my neighbours are very kind and try to help me but he was everything to me. How can I go on living…

LEO 22 JUL – 22 AUG Mercury, master of the tongue, is starting its backward motion this week, which can cause a hiccup or two. Whether you find yourself at a loss for words when least expected or a communication blunder lets you down, the gift of the gab may evade you. Should you want to talk with your boss or whisper words to your lover, it’s a period to converse carefully. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 52, 28, 14, 46, 34, 27 VIRGO 23 Aug – 22 Sep Your planet, Mercury, is going retrograde this week, which could affect your life on many levels. While plans can go haywire, delays can cause havoc and break-downs can ruin your schedule, all is not lost. It’s the perfect time to reflect and recharge.…

IT’S the reality show that has everybody talking – disgruntled parents go in search of papgeld and viewers have a bird’s-eye view of it all. Host Moss Makwati proves he’s not scared to run after an irresponsible parent ducking their responsibilities in this programme, the first of its kind in South Africa. Everybody loves a papgeld story and No Excuse! Pay Your Papgeld leaves no stone unturned when it comes to maintenance-dodgers. The show looks at what is right for the child, and forces the parents to address and put their differences aside for the sake of their kid. It’s not just all serious stuff, however. Along with addressing issues of child maintenance, viewers are treated to moments of comedy and controversy as the show’s team tracks down, exposes and…

He’s a skilled dancer, juggler, tumbler and martial artist. He describes Halle Berry, his co-star in the movie Kidnap, as “one of the most beautiful women on the planet but she’s also really cool and genuine”. He’s outspoken on the topics of gun violence and social issues. “They’re so connected it’s sad. Gun violence takes disproportionately more black and brown lives.” His younger brother, Jarvis W George, is also an actor who’s had roles in Consequences, Criminal Minds and Stargate SG-1. MARVIN GAYE, Bootsy Collins and Public Enemy are among Jason George’s favourite musical artists.…

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE? Sugarcane is a long, bamboo-like plant that can grow up to 5m tall, with dense roots underground. Sugarcane is a perennial grass, which means it lives for more than two years. The plant has leaves and flowers but only the stem is used to make sugar. HOW IS IT HARVESTED?  In developed countries mechanical devices such as tractors are used for harvesting, but in many places in the world sugarcane is harvested by hand. The first step in manual harvesting is to set the sugarcane field alight to burn away the leaves and kill any snakes and bugs that might lurk between them. The stalks and roots aren’t damaged by this. Harvesters then cut the cane just above ground level using machetes.…

HE’S the man who guided Bafana Bafana to the team’s only Africa Cup of Nations win and first ever Fifa World Cup qualifier in the ’90s. With more than 40 years of experience as a manager in football, Clive Barker is still easily one of the most successful coaches the country has ever had. Who can forget his signature “aeroplane run” celebrations after every goal? Coach: The Life and Soccer Times of Clive Barker, a new biography by author Michael Marnewick, looks at the former taxi driver who became one of the best coaches South Africa has had. MAGIC. Sorcery. Witchcraft. Wizardry. Whatever you choose to call it, umuthi – or traditional medicine – has been an integral part of African beliefs and cultural practice for decades, even influencing the…

DAINE’S GOING HOME He’s going back to his roots – the Friendly City of Port Elizabeth. Former Bidvest Wits player DAINE KLATE (33) has been unveiled as one of 15 new players for PE-based Chippa United after signing a three-year deal. The PE-born six-time PSL winner will join the Chilli Boys in time for the new season, which starts on 3 August. Recently reappointed coach DAN MALESELA says they’ve been very careful with their signings this season. “We didn’t only take the talent factor into consideration, we also looked at behaviour, age and a real want from the player to be at the club,” he says. “I’m not going to make any promises about the upcoming season but we’re going to try our best. We’d like to compete on the…

Kylie and North’s BIG WEEK IT’S BEEN quite a week for the Kardashian-West-Jenner clan. At the ripe old age of 20, KYLIE JENNER has (almost) reached billionaire status with the launch of her cosmetics range Kylie Cosmetics, and KIM KARDASHIAN WEST and Kanye’s daughter, NORTH, made her modelling debut. It’s enough to make anyone wonder about their own life choices . . . But as the haters point out, Kylie is perhaps not quite the self-made billionaire Forbes magazine declared her to be, what with the Kardashian-Jenner name and millions behind her. And, not to hate on a kid, but it’s probably easier for North to land a modelling gig for luxury Italian fashion brand Fendi than it is for most other five-year-olds, especially when mom Kim and granny KRIS…

Retired boxing champ Floyd “Money” Mayweather is being sued by a Nigerian company for R27 million for allegedly failing to pitch for appearances he was paid for. DRUM readers weighed in on the controversy. Really? This guy is the world’s wealthiest sports star! SIPHO MAFIRA I don’t believe Mayweather would blink at R27 million. That’s nothing for the man who bought a watch for $18 million and said it was small change. GEORGE WILL SEBZ I remember reading an interview with Floyd’s father. He said he was concerned about how his son spends money and he was worried he could be bankrupt in the near future. BONGANI DBONGS MTHEMBU Seems like he’s in a mood to fight again. COLLEN WISANI ZINJIVHA HLUNGWANI He’s not smart enough to scam anyone, he…

HE WAS a Jacob Zuma supporter through and through. When the nation raged over the state the former president had left the country in, he sang Zuma’s praises. And when the former statesman “brought shame” to Fartescue Conco’s house by impregnating his youngest child, he stood up for the politician. His daughter, Nonkanyiso Conco, wasn’t forced to sleep with Zuma, Fartescue told DRUM when news broke that Zuma had fathered a child with the 26-year-old (A Matter of Tradition, 17 May). But now the pensioner is singing a different tune and is nowhere near as pleased with his grandchild’s father. Sakhumuzi Zuma, born on Zuma’s 76th birthday in April, is believed to be the former statesman’s 23rd child, and the firstborn of Nonkanyiso, a staunch promoter of virginity testing, who…

IT WAS a moment he never thought would come: seeing former president Jacob Zuma’s son in the dock facing charges for what happened that terrible night when his world fell apart. Yet there stood Duduzane Zuma (34) in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court finally facing the music for the car crash that took the life of a young mother. While there are many ongoing commercial crime cases against Duduzane, this time he faces a charge of culpable homicide or an alternative charge of reckless driving that resulted in the death of Phumzile Dube. “Now things are going to change,” says Pedzisani Dube, who watched the proceedings on TV. Maybe there would be justice for his sister – and some kind of closure for him and the rest of his heartbroken family.…

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LEMON DRIZZLE PUDDINGS Ground almonds add a pleasant nuttiness but cake flour or polenta is more affordable. SERVES 4-6 PREPARATION: 15-20 MIN BAKING: 25-30 MIN Preheat the oven to 180°C. Grease 4-6 small cake tins or ramekins well with nonstick spray. 1 Cream the butter and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one by one, beating continuously. 2 Sift the flour, baking powder and salt over the egg mixture. Add the almonds (or flour or polenta) and mix lightly. Add the milk and beat until just combined. 125ml (½c) ground almonds, flour or polenta 180ml (¾c) milk SYRUP 125ml (½c) water 250ml (1c) sugar 125ml (½c) lemon juice 15ml (1T) butter TO SERVE  lemon wedges a few fresh mint sprigs ice cream or whipped cream (optional) 50g butter, at room…

IT’S a feeling you probably know only too well: the mid-afternoon slump. That time of day when you find yourself zoning out at your desk, succumbing to the temptation to sink down a social media hole or head for the vending machine for a sugar fix to get you through the day. You can take comfort from knowing you aren’t alone. A recent survey of office workers in the UK found 2.55pm is the twilight zone of productivity. But pushing through the dead zone is crucial if you want to maximise your work day – and stay in your boss’ good books. Here are several tips and tricks you can try to stay fresh and alert. EAT LOW-GI FOODS Instead of tucking into a choccie or loading up on wine…

IF SOMEONE owes you a relatively small amount of money that’s not enough to sue them for, you might want to consider taking your case to the small claims court. Here’s what you need to know. HOW IT WORKS Legal action is usually quite expensive but this court procedure is free and you don’t need a lawyer to represent you. It was created to sort out smaller legal problems quickly and cheaply, so you don’t have to pay expensive lawyer’s fees. You can seek legal advice of course, but that lawyer won’t be allowed to represent you – you have to do this yourself. How? 1 Find out where your local small claims court is on justice.gov.za. 2 Send a letter of demand, for example to the person who owes you money.…

GEEKY PUT-DOWN I’m having trouble with my computer, so I call Mandla, the IT guy, over. He clicks a couple of buttons and the problem is solved. As he’s walking away, I say, “So, what was wrong?” “It was an ID ten T error,” he says. I don’t want to appear stupid, but I swallow my pride and ask, “An ID ten T error? What’s that?” The computer guy grins. “Not heard of an ID ten T error? Write it down. I’m sure you’ll figure it out.” So I write out I-D-1-0-T. EXIT STRATEGY Officer Ma’am, you were speeding. Can I see your licence, please? Woman I’d give it to you but I don’t have one. Officer Don’t have one? Woman I was suspended four years ago on drunk driving…

Organic farmers produce vegetables, fruit, wheat, livestock and poultry without using chemical fertilisers, pesticides or weed killers. Grain and feed farmers cultivate crops such as wheat, barley, canola, oats, rye, flax seed, peas and animal feed like lucerne. Dairy farmers manage farms where cows are kept for milk from which other dairy products such as cheese and yoghurt are made. Poultry farmers keep domesticated birds such as chickens, geese, turkeys and ostriches. Livestock farmers keep animals such as cattle or sheep on large farms. Game farmers breed wild animals such as lions, giraffes, rhinos, antelope and other game for hunting or conservation purposes. Beekeepers keep bees in hives to produce honey and beeswax. Crocodile farmers breed crocodiles for meat and leather. Other types of commercial farming are practised on a…

1 GROWING  Sugarcane needs a lot of sun and water and the plants take about a year to fully mature, although it depends on what kind of climate they’re being grown in. They thrive in warm, sunny climates where frost doesn’t occur and where there’s lots of rainfall. 2 HARVESTING  Sugarcane is either chopped by hand using machetes or harvested by a machine that cuts the stalks at the base, strips off the leaves and cuts the stalks into pieces. The stalks go into a container and the waste is ejected back into the field to act as a fertiliser. 3 EXTRACTION  The stalks are taken to a factory where they’re washed and chopped up into small pieces by revolving knives. Huge rollers crush the stalks and extract some of…

IT TOOK a single word for his life to change forever. “Sanibonani,” he said to a roomful of TV industry bigwigs – and that was it. “I heard Bab Duma say, ‘This is the guy! This is the guy’.” Kaylin Soobramanian recalls. “I was nervous. I didn’t know if I was going to get a callback.” But he did. And these days Kaylin is going from strength to strength on e.tv drama series Imbewu: The Seed – working with industry stalwarts Leleti Khumalo and Anant Singh. Bab Duma is none other than Duma kaNdlovu, the Muvhango creator who is now part of the Imbewu cast and production. He was so impressed with Kaylin he knew then and there they’d found the right Indian kid for the isiZulu production. Two months…

ROMANCE OVERLOAD A PRISTINE white beach, azure waters and a spot where waves come together from opposite directions as if to represent the joining of two souls – SHAWN RODRIQUES’ proposal to his actress girlfriend, AMANDA DUPONT, has to be one of the most romantic ever! The two were on holiday in the Maldives when Amanda's Brazilian bae popped the question. We’ve got to hand it to him – he clearly knows how to impress a girl. The actress took to Instagram to share the news. “Turns out my surprise beach picnic was @shawnrodriques’ epic proposal,” she wrote alongside a video in which they’re seen walking along a picturesque beach with Shawn then going down on bended knee. “My darling, you sweep me off my feet every single time but…