Innholdsfortegnelse for 21-Mar-19 i Drum English

Are we talking about the very same father who told Masechaba Ndlovu to mind her business last year? CHINA HLAKOTSA No one has ever rotted in jail for common assault, a warning is more likely. BASKO ZIKODE He is a weak parent. He should have taken decisive action the first time [the alleged abuse] happened. SIMPSON MAANDA Some people think it is their right to abuse women. AKANI GRACE Abuse is a no-no, but the big question is why a pastor allows a child to vat en sit? THULI QWABE NTJOBOKOANE THULI This father is getting on my nerves. KGAUGELO MPHAGA So she does have a dad? SANDRA NDIDIAMAKA Tata, where have you been all this time? NANDIPHA MHLANA That father must take his seat, Babes is old enough to…

THEY know exactly how hard it can be to leave an abusive relationship – so when they saw the shocking video of Babes Wodumo allegedly being abused by Mampintsha their hearts went out to her. The humiliation, the mixed emotions, the rage – Skeem Saam actress Shoki Mmola, pantsula queen Mshoza and radio host and activist Criselda Dudumashe have been through it all. Which is why they all penned open letters to the gqom singer and all the other abused women out there to offer them support and to applaud their courage. And because they want Babes and everyone else in a similar situation to know one thing: you are not alone. DEAR BEAUTIFUL WOMEN I write this letter to you out of concern and love. As a mother of…

BEAN AND ROAST VEG SALAD SERVES 8 PREPARATION: 20 MIN COOKING: 20 MIN VEGGIES 2 smallish brinjals, cut into wedges salt 3 peppers (green, red or yellow, or one of each), cut into long, thick strips 2 large red onions, cut into wedges 45ml (3T) olive oil 4 garlic cloves, crushed bunch of fresh thyme sprigs 250g assorted baby tomatoes 2 cans (400g each) butter beans or cannellini beans, drained DRESSING 4 spring onions, thinly sliced 50g fresh basil, chopped 25g fresh oregano, chopped 60ml (¼c) red wine vinegar 160ml (²/3c) olive oil honey salt and pepper TO FINISH 2 rounds feta cheese, crumbled 60ml (¼c) sunflower seeds, toasted 1 VEGGIES Salt the brinjal generously and mix with the other veggies. Add the olive oil, garlic and thyme and mix…

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TIRED of things cluttering up your home? Downscaling and need to get rid of some of your possessions? Desperate for an injection of instant cash? Online sales could be the answer to all your problems. Here are a few practical tips for selling anything from secondhand clothes to an unused bicycle via the internet. 1 FIND THE RIGHT PLATFORM Choose the best place to advertise your product. In terms of general items, Gumtree, OLX and Facebook Marketplace are strong sellers in South Africa, says Hugo Coetzee, owner of Realmarketing. 2 MAKE AN EFFORT WITH YOUR PICTURES This is your one chance of marketing your product. Margaux Tait, a freelance photographer and stylist, has the following advice: • Take a variety of pictures from different angles. Interesting details and textures should…

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THANK U, NEXT ARIANA GRANDE Six short months after the release of Sweetener, Ariana dropped her fifth album which she said took just a week to write. Instead of fluffy tracks she addresses her insecurities on Needy; reveals her relationship woes on Ghostin; gets cocky on Break Up with Your Girlfriend, I’m Bored; and oozes confidence on 7 Rings. With top vocals and lyrics, Ari makes you feel as if you’ve read a page from her diary.…

SEARCHING THRILLER. 98 MIN. 2018. 13DLV. When his daughter vanishes, David Kim (JOHN CHO) calls the police and a manhunt gets underway. But two days later and without any leads he starts searching in the one place no one has looked: Margot’s laptop. Much of the film is presented in laptop and cellphone screens as David discovers just how little he really knew his daughter. The movie is gripping and fast-paced, and it’s also a cautionary tale for parents without being preachy. EXTRA SOURCES: AP.COM, NPR.ORG, NYTIMES.COM, ROLLINGSTONE.COM, USATODAY.COM…

HE spent two years pre- paring for the role, throwing himself into a gruelling fitness regime to make sure he was in tip-top shape to play the lead role in the hit action-adventure epic. And it was worth it, Ezra Mabengeza says – because Sew the Winter to My Skin recently walked off with the gong for best feature film at the Saftas, the cherry on top for the cast and crew. Ezra plays John Kepe in the movie, which was SA’s entry to be considered in the best foreign language film category at the Oscars. While it didn’t make the shortlist, it is making waves locally and internationally. Based on a true story, it tells the tale of the chase and capture of outlaw John Kepe in 1950s rural…

More than 50 million tons: that’s the weight of the world’s electronic waste each year, which is equivalent to 125 000 jumbo jets. It would take Heathrow Airport in London up to six months to clear that many aircraft from its runways. This figure was revealed in a recent United Nations report, A New Circular Vision for Electronics: Time for a Global Reboot. Only 20% of e-waste is formally recycled and the amount of waste could triple to 120 million tons by 2050 – although technology such as cloud computing could potentially “dematerialise” the electronics industry, the report says.…

Who these are cuties? THEY may be celebrities now, but they were once just cute kids. Check out these throwback pics and see if you can guess who these adorable tots and tweens are. 1 CLUE His smile has developed into a cheeky grin and he admits to having been something of a “problem child”. 2 CLUE She’s just had two little ones of her own who are sure to be doted on and get a whole lotta love. 3 CLUE She recently turned 37 and loves cooking up a storm with her celebrity friends. 4 CLUE Cute as a button as a kid, this little girl blossomed into a multi-talented beauty. 5 CLUE It’s her voice that brought her fame, but these days her workouts are also putting her…

THE DAILY COMMUTE MANY motor vehicle crashes involve public transport vehicles. For the drivers, reckless and negligent driving is usually the order of the day. I’m think both the driver and passengers should share the blame for most crashes. I have seen way too many public transport vehicles overloaded and nobody seems to care. As a passenger who pays to be transported, you have the right to question this form of illtreatment and to challenge the driver and explain your discomfort – instead of settling for what may endanger or end your life. Sometimes passengers tell drivers to bend road rules so they can get to work on time and the drivers foolishly give in. In rural areas especially public transport is a huge challenge. You often wait hours for…

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Getting out of an abusive relationship is never easy, says Nonhlanhla Sibanda-Moyo, a gender specialist at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation. “It is always important to remember that you’re not to blame, that you’re not the cause of your partner’s abusive behaviour. You deserve to be treated with respect. You deserve a safe and happy life and there are people waiting to help.” She offers the following advice: Recognise the abuse. Abuse can be physical or emotional, taking the form of humiliation, intimidation or controlling behaviour. “Don’t make excuses for the abuser. Call it what it is. Also realise abuse is never the victim’s fault. Realising this is the key to getting out of an abusive situation.” Document the abuse. “You’ll need evidence later to ensure…

Mcebisi Ndletyana of the University of Johannesburg’s department of politics and international relations found the ANC’s manifesto “frank and honest”. “It didn’t seek to hide the problems and said it’s determined to fight corruption.” He thinks the party came up with innovative ideas around encouraging investment. Ndletyana says the EFF’s policies are populist and should be taken with a pinch of salt. For instance, it’s basically promised to double social grants for pensioners. “Where’s the money going to come from?” But political analyst Lukhona Mnguni says the EFF produced the most “comprehensive” manifesto. “Having said that, it doesn’t mean all the promises are feasible.” At least the party is trying to think out of the box, he says. The ANC, on the other hand, lost what he calls “policy innovation”.…

1 Enhance your look “The best makeup advice I’ve ever received is that smoky-eye makeup enhances your eyes,” says NEO MOA (29), a salon manager from Soweto. “I usually apply black eyeshadow to the outer corners of my eyelids and blend it. I then apply a black liner on my waterline and finish off with mascara.” BEAUTY ED’S TIP For a more glamorous look, apply black eyeshadow on your upper lashline and blend towards the crease and outer corner of your eyelid. Finish off with mascara on the lower and upper lashes. 2 Prep your skin MASEGO KUNUPI (28), founder of the beauty school and store Chique Beauty, believes you need a squeaky-clean canvas before you start applying makeup. “Before applying foundation, cleanse your skin thoroughly to help prevent clogged…

ARIES 21 MAR – 19 APR It’s time to celebrate your birthday and kickstart a new personal year. This should be right up the street of an Aries who thrives on fresh beginnings. Whether you’ve got a new project up your sleeve or want to try something new, enthusiasm should be in ample supply. It’s also a good time to formulate goals for your year. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 39, 24, 23, 16, 11, 12 TAURUS 20 APR – 20 MAY If you’re a true Taurus your friends probably perceive you as someone they can count on. It’s a week where you may be of valuable help. Whether a friend is going through a confusing time or has to deal with an illness or a loss, your support will be appreciated.…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Tau hopes to pull a fast one on his nemesis. Wandi makes a shocking discovery. Lesedi is surprised when Lucy (MANAKA RANAKA) stands up for her. The murder suspects are in for a shock at the police station. Gog’ Flo is horrified by what her charge has done now. Mazwi is floored by what Detective Roberts reveals. SCANDAL! An unlikely ally realises she has been duped into a partnership and wants out. Zinzile lies and Mlungisi (PATRICK MOFOKENG) unearths evidence of deception. The walls continue to close in on Mthunzi. A man’s frustration with his lying family members intensifies. A daughter’s suspicion leads to a shocking discovery. ISIDINGO Lincoln finds a handy scapegoat for Gabriel’s murder. Hendrik chooses romance over common sense. Majola makes a breakthrough in…

HOBBS & SHAW (AUGUST) He teams up with Fast & Furious co-star Jason Statham for this spin-off which promises a wildly OTT story involving a villainous superhuman played by Idris Elba. They tried to get Aquaman star Jason Momoa too, but it didn’t work out. JUMANJI 3 (DECEMBER) Expect even more outrageous adventure as Awkwafina and Danny DeVito join the cast of the sequel to last year’s hit, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. JUNGLE CRUISE (JULY 2020) Based on the Disney theme-park ride, The Rock said this flick is like “African Queen meets Romancing the Stone”.…

SHE’S a writer, a former managing director and a current board member at Puku Children’s Literature Foundation, a trustee of Read Educational Trust and a part owner of publishing house Modjaji Books. Passionate about children’s books, Bontle Senne has just released the fourth instalment of her Shadow Chasers series. We catch up with the author to find out a bit about what makes her tick. Tell us a little about your series. Who are the Shadow Chasers? They’re warriors who have protected their villages and communities for hundreds of years. They are fighting against an army of shadows – monsters in a spirit realm that are trying to break into the real world to take over. Most of the current group of Shadow Chasers live in modernday Johannesburg in a…

1 Reality Kylie Jenner TV star was recently named Forbes magazine’s youngest self-made . . .? A Billionaire B Businesswoman C Artist D Make-up mogul 2 Which langa town Mpumawas renamed Emalahleni in 2006? A Dullstroom B Barberton C Witbank D Nelspruit 3 The Sibusiso late actor Khwinana starred in which local hit flick at the time of his death? A Five Fingers for Marseilles B Matwetwe C The Tokoloshe D Number 37 4 A depression . . . is a in the ground surface where a surface stream disappears underground? A Volcano B Cave C Landslide D Sinkhole 5 A dessert . . . is a which consists of a hard base made of egg whites and sugar with fruit and cream on top? A Macaroon B Pavlova C…

IT’S never been in her nature to throw herself at a man so her decision to take part in The Bachelor South Africa was always going to be a risk. After all, the premise of the show is to put yourself out there and get the guy to fall for you – and when you’re one of 24 women vying for his heart, you really have to give it your all. Still, Mbali Mkhize decided to go for it. She’d always been unlucky in love and it had contributed to a crippling depression – but who knew, this could be her chance at happily ever after. So the 26-year-old beauty took the plunge and entered the luxury mansion in Sandton to see if she could be the last lady standing…

BARELY six years ago she was the awkward one, a little shy and somewhat plain in comparison to her glossy-haired, full-lipped sisters. But just look at her now: at 21 Kylie Jenner is a global superstar, a social-media influencer bar none, a business owner – and now the world’s youngest self-made billionaire. Forbes, the company that delves into the mega bucks of the globe’s rich and powerful, recently bestowed the title on her. Cue the outrage. Kylie Jenner, self-made? What a joke, many said. “When you have arich father, a rich mother, millionaire siblings and an established profit-making family brand, are you really self-made?” a critic tweeted. Yet Kylie insists she received no help. Her parents, Kris and Caitlyn Jenner, cut her off when she was 15. “The self-made thing…

TIME FOR TYRESE ALL good things come to those who wait, ne TYRESE? It seems like just the other day the actor was ranting about Fast & Furious 9 being postponed so The Rock and Jason Statham’s Hobbs & Shaw spinoff could get made. Now Tyrese has two major new movies lined up. One is a biopic of legendary crooner TEDDY PENDERGRASS, the other a comic book vampire movie called Morbius. The biopic takes Tyrese back to his musical roots – he is, we’d nearly forgotten, a six-time Grammy nominee. “I am honoured to take this journey, ” he said. “This is the role that I feel I was born to play. “Teddy Pendergrass embraced me and before he passed, put the responsibility on my shoulders to tell his story.…

THERE have been so many voices speaking out about abuse after Babes Wodumo’s video emerged. Some against her, some for her – everyone having an opinion on this young woman’s life. But it’s the voices of survivors of abuse that we were most interested in this week. They’ve walked down this path Babes is on – and they got through it. The courage displayed by the women in our stories on page 8 and page 10 is testament to the strength they have. Although they were once in a dark, dangerous place, they have risen and shown that they can shine again. We salute them and praise them for their bravery. Hopefully one day Babes will find herself in their ranks: a survivor and an inspiration to others. Until next…

AS SHE watched him beat up the young woman on the screen, memories came flooding back. She remembered how she’d feared the man she once loved and how at one point she slept with a knife under her pillow because she felt so unsafe in her own home. It wasn’t that long ago that Reshoketswe “Shoki” Mmola (formerly Sebotsane) experienced the same reality as Babes Wodumo – and she’s spitting mad that our legal system doesn’t encourage victims of abuse to step forward. In 2016, after a decade of marriage, the Skeem Saam star left her actor husband Sello Sebotsane and the pair – once the golden couple of Mzansi’s entertainment industry – are in the process of divorcing. Watching the video of Babes Wodumo, real name Bongekile Simelane, allegedly…

THE calls and messages come at all hours, each beep, buzz and ring sending jolts of fear down the spines of the boy and his family. “You’re next,” the teenager has been told. “What happened to Thoriso is going to happen to you too.” These chilling threats have been relentless since 17-year-old Thabo* went to the police station and shared the video he shot of one of his schoolmates boasting that he’d been involved in the slaying of student and musician Thoriso Themane (28). Thoriso’s murder, in a park near his house in Flora Park, Polokwane, shocked the nation and devastated the community (‘He died with no one around him’, 14 March). A mob of people believed to be members of a gang hit, kicked and stoned Thoriso to death…

HE’S one of the most loathed characters on South African television right now, a villain with a capital “V” who raped his girlfriend when she refused to marry him. Little wonder fans of Mzansi Magic’s The Queen are shocked and appalled by Thabiso, the soccer star with a big ego. But don’t make the mistake of thinking Joe Kazadi is anything like the jerk he plays on TV. In fact, he couldn’t be more different. He’s a devout Christian and a family man who has deep respect for women. We meet with the 28-year-old in the Joburg home he shares with his girlfriend (who he prefers not to name to protect her privacy) and their one-month-old daughter, Omotola Zizipho Kazadi. The new father shared a sweet snap of his baby…

SAMOOSA PIE SERVES 4-6 PREPARATION: 30-45 MIN BAKING: 35 MIN FILLING 1 onion, chopped 5ml (1t) crushed garlic 2,5ml (½t) crushed ginger oil 7,5ml (1½t) ground cumin 7,5ml (1½t) ground coriander 3ml (generous ½t) turmeric 1 green chilli, chopped 125g beef mince large handful fresh coriander, chopped PASTRY 250ml (1c) iced water 5ml (1t) lemon juice 750ml (3c) cake flour TO FINISH oil for brushing chutney Heat the oven to 200°C. 1 FILLING Fry the onion, garlic and ginger in a little oil until soft. Add the spices and chilli and mix. 2 Add the mince and stir-fry until done but not brown. Add the coriander. 3 PASTRY Mix the ingredients to make a stiff dough. Divide into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a 6-8cm circle. 4 TO…

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HELP ME WRITE A LETTER TO MY EX Q I’m 23 and I’ve been seeing this guy for a while now. I’d like us to get more serious but he’s still stuck on his ex – he says they have unfinished business. If I wait and then things work out with his ex, I’m going to get kicked to the curb. I think I need to move on but I’m not good with words and I need your help. How does this sound? “I want to make things easier for us both so I think we should put this thing we’ve got on hold until the time is right. I’m not angry but I want to remove myself from you emotionally until you solve your problems with your ex. “I’m…

WISE GUY Ngwenya phones his son. “Lunga, I have news to tell you. I know it’s going to upset you but I’ve made up my mind and there’s nothing you can do about it. I’ve decided to divorce your mother.” Lunga is astonished. “But, Dad, how can that be? You’ve been married for 30 years and you always seem to get along. What happened all of a sudden?” “Son, I’ve made up my mind and I don’t want you to try to talk me out of it.” “Okay,” Lunga says quickly. “Just promise me you won’t do anything until I come and talk to you in person, and I am going to ask Mandla and Nonhlanhla to fly in as well.” “All right, you have my word.” Ngwenya puts the…

It’s a fast-paced, fun and yet-stillquite-sweet look at children who fight evil. With a girl who can compete with the boys in stick fighting, the book is all about possibilities. In the fourth instalment of the series, an army of monsters is intent on destroying the world. The Shadow Chasers – which include friends Nom, Prosper and Zithembe – are in a race against time after they discover they can defeat the army forever if they beat their general. It might help to start the series from the first book, but it’s not a dealbreaker.…

IT’S hard to imagine she truly believes it but she’s sticking to her story and that’s that. “I can clearly feel that I’m black,” Martina Big says firmly. “But it’s hard to find the right words to describe it.” “It”, in this case, relates to the fact she was born white with blonde hair and blue eyes, and now believes she’s transformed into a black woman. The German-born model started injecting herself with melanin two years ago to darken her skin, which is now a deep mahogany hue. But she recently caused an uproar by declaring she’s now changed her race. The model is so convinced of this, she even believes she and her husband, Michael Eurwen (31), will be able to conceive black children. “Yes, they [the doctors] said…

SHE was just two caps shy of 200 appearances for her home country when she called time on her career. Her decision sent shockwaves through national hockey circles but Sulette Damons is adamant it was time to go. “I’ve reached all I can with South African hockey,” the 29-year-old tells DRUM. She certainly has had a glittering career: in 10 golden years she represented SA in three Women’s Hockey World Cup tournaments, three Commonwealth Games and the 2012 Olympic Games. Her retirement came as a surprise to many of her peers, particularly coach Robin van Ginkel. “Without Sulette the women’s national team is going to be a different and a less exuberant environment,” he said. Yet Sulette says her decision has been a long time coming. “It’s time to give…

3-0 Mamelodi Sundowns booked their place in the Caf Champions League quarterfinals after beating Nigeria’s Lobi Stars in their Group A match. 3-2 A hat-trick by Black Leopards’ Mwape Musonda sank Chippa United in a Premier Soccer League match, and now Chippa are second from the bottom of the log. 37-14 The Bulls mauled the Sharks in their Super Rugby encounter at Loftus Versfeld. 2-0 Arsenal beat Manchester United, making it the first English Premier League defeat for United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.…