Innholdsfortegnelse for 25-Apr-19 i Drum English

The good part about this is that we as the citizens of this country aren’t liable to finance them, unlike somewhere in Nkandla. MAKALANE MAFATLE Dr Chauke, I salute you – other guys run away after having just one kid. BONGANE THOBANI He is so down-to-earth, so humble. My wish is that God keeps on blessing him. NINI MAHANYELE Four wives and 20 kids, DMX ain’t got nothin’ on you, playa. THEMBANE THERA Thomas Chauke and Papa Penny are competing. TEBOGO WA MOKOTO In Limpopo anything is possible. FARANANI FARBOY NETSHITANINI How big is the house? Is it a 40-bedroom house? TSEKE PRINCE How does he manage this? It sounds like chaos. XAVIER HOWARD JONES He must also make a reality show, we want to see how they live. SIBONGILE…

ON HER first day in office she promised to transform the beleaguered division by bringing in key staff members who would instil confidence in the department and root out the rot threatening to bring the country to its knees. “There is a dark cloud hanging over the NPA,” Shamila Batohi told the media in February, hours after her appointment as head of the national prosecuting authority (NPA) was announced. “The NPA needs a change in leadership that all South Africans can be proud of,” she said Two months later she’s done just that, making critical changes to the structure that many hope will see the arrest of agents of state capture and bring high-profile criminals to book. WILLIE HOFMEYR Head of the asset forfeiture unit (AFU) Hofmeyr is back at…

FAMILY SANDWICH Make a huge pizza sandwich using ready-made bases. Fill it with cold meat and veggies then braai over the coals. Yum! SERVES 4 PREPARATION: 15 MIN COOKING: 10 MIN 125ml (½c) salsa sauce 2 large store-bought pizza bases 150g mozzarella cheese, grated 100g ham slices 70g salami slices 50g rocket 100g cheddar cheese, grated a few basil leaves butter SALSA 250g cherry tomatoes, quartered 4 spring onions, chopped 1 chilli, chopped (optional) handful of fresh coriander, chopped handful of fresh rocket (optional) 1 Spread salsa sauce on both pizza bases. 2 Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese all over one of the bases and top with the ham and salami. 3 Scatter the rocket over, sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top and add a few basil leaves. 4 Put the…

WITH power cuts come bad hair days. Unable to use your heat-styling tools, you’re either left with wet hair or you have to postpone washing it. But there are some styles that work better wet. Here’s how to get around a dirty or dishevelled mane. Wet-hair look This is probably the easiest style to try. After washing your hair, simply apply gel or mousse to damp hair and comb it into place. This style works well on both long and short hair. Accessorise Hair accessories such as headbands, scarves, hats or bandanas can hide dirty or unstyled hair. Choose your accessory based on what you’re trying to conceal. For example, wear a headband if your edges are unruly, or a bandana if your roots are a little oily. Cornrows This…

YOUR home probably is the most valuable asset you own, so when it comes to selling it you want to appoint an agent who’ll get the best price possible, as quickly as possible. Agents know the game and will be able to give you invaluable help, but they also charge commission for their services. It’s a good idea to consult more than one agent to establish their competency before you settle on one. These tips will help you decide. 1 BEFORE CHOOSING AN AGENT Make sure the agent is competent, legally registered and has experience with marketing property in your area. Always ask these questions: ▶ Can you show me proof of your Fidelity Fund Certificate? This document is proof the agent is licensed to practise and it has to…

NOBODY’S FOOL COMEDY-DRAMA. 110 MIN. 2018. 16. After a few years in jail, Tanya (TIFFANY HADDISH) is back home and baby sister Danica reluctantly takes her in. Almost immediately trouble brews between them as Tanya can’t stay out of her sister’s love life. It is a bumpy ride filled with laughter and romantic moments. Like most Tyler Perry movies, it brings awareness to certain stereotypes – this time it’s ex-cons. – NADIA SWARTBOOI THE CHILDREN ACT DRAMA. 101 MIN. 2017. 16.  EMMA THOMPSON plays Judge Fiona Maye, who must decide if a 17-year-old leukaemia sufferer should be forced to get a blood transfusion even though it’s against his religious beliefs. Though the acting is excellent, this British courtroom drama would have been at home on the BBC. There are some…

THE HIGHWAYMEN THRILLER. 2019. 16. NOW ON NETFLIX The story of depression-era outlaws Bonnie and Clyde is revisited, this time from the perspective of the lawmen who hunted them. WOODY HARRELSON and KEVIN COSTNER are in fine form as the Texas Rangers brought in to help end the couple’s crime spree. The film is surprisingly light on action and it is slow-moving, but strong performances from its leads make it a compelling watch. HANNA THRILLER. 2019. 16. SEASON 1. NOW ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO Joe Wright’s excellent 2011 thriller gets a small-screen makeover and reunites The Killing stars JOEL KINNAMAN and Mireille Enos. Like the movie, this is the story of an ex-soldier living deep in a forest with his teenage daughter, Hanna (ESME CREED-MILES), who he’s trained to be…

1 . containing . . are substances neutralised germs given to people to prevent them from getting certain diseases? A Antibiotics B Vaccines C Coagulants D Anorectics 2 In tradition the Christian , . . . represent Jesus’ emergence from the tomb and resurrection? A Christmas presents B Easter eggs C Crosses D Hot cross buns 3 Independent producers supply power . . . of South Africa’s electricity demand? A 5% B 10% C 1% D 40% 4 What popular is the fast most -food franchise in South Africa? A Steers B KFC C Debonairs D Wimpy 5 Polycystic syndrome may ovarian lead to increased levels of . . .? A Male hormones B Oestrogen C Blood sugar D Growth hormones 6 Team medals SA at won this . year…

JUST a year ago he wondered if he’d ever be able to use his legs again – yet here he is walking, albeit with a bit of a limp. It’s nothing short of a miracle that he’s able to – last year attackers cut into his legs with the fine-toothed blade of a hacksaw while he was out cycling near the University of Kwa-Zulu-Natal. The assault was devastating for Mhlengi Gwala. Not only was his career as a triathlete at risk, there was a real possibility of losing one of his legs, which had been hacked to the bone. But today Mhlengi is showing that he’s a survivor. His right leg was saved thanks to an operation and the 28-year-old is back on his feet and smiling broadly as he…

CHILD actresses have been around since the dawn of cinema – but even in an industry filled with talented kids this one is in a league of her own. At the age of 14 Marsai Martin isn’t only starring in a hit TV series – she’s playing the lead in a hot new flick for which she had the idea at the age of 10. If dynamite comes in small packages, it doesn’t get any more explosive than this. Marsai is the youngest person to hold the title of executive producer of a major Hollywood movie and is well on her way to becoming a big Tinseltown player. Her film is Little, a fresh take on the body-swopping concept, and Marsai stars as the teen version of Jordan Sanders, a…

RESPONSIBLE KIDS AS PARENTS, we want the best for our kids’ futures but we fail to teach them responsibilities that will carry them through life’s challenges. We don’t have to do everything for our offspring. We need to guide them and allow them to face their encounters by themselves. It’s not child labour to tell your kid to tend the garden or clean the yard or to give them some housework. Kids who help out at home should be rewarded with pocket money. Rewarding your child for doing nothing teaches them nothing. Our young people won’t develop character if we shield them from responsibilities. Don’t let your kids grow up thinking they’re entitled to get everything they want. They must know that good things are worth working for. SP MOFFAT,…

DRUM PUZZLES NO 2 You asked for it and here it is! The second issue of DRUM PUZZLES is on sale now and has an even bigger variety of brain games. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, you’ll love our mix of crosswords, sudokus, letter scrambles, spiral puzzles, vowels and more.  Solutions are included at the back. DRUM FOOD The latest issue of DRUM FOOD celebrates all things chicken. It’s filled with delicious recipes for roasts, stir-fries, burgers, oven bakes, soups, stews, curries or the braai. Serve up chermoula spatchcock chicken, beer-marinated drumsticks, spicy wings, peri-peri  liver pasta and so much more! DRUM HOMEWORK DONE NO 2 2019 Homework is never a bore with DRUM HOMEWORK DONE. Issue No 2 is out, and it’s packed with interesting facts on…

Shamila Batohi is putting her money where her mouth is and shaking things up at the NPA, says Lawson Naidoo, executive secretary of the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (Casas). “She’d appointed people with experience who’ll be able to execute their mandates professionally. “She’s ensuring the capability and public perception of the NPA is enhanced, which is critical to restoring the integrity of the organisation. “Batohi is showing great commitment to turning around this key institution that lies at the centre of the criminal justice system. “She has to rebuild public trust and can only do so once she gets to grips with the scale of the challenge that confronts her.” David Lewis, director of civil organisation Corruption Watch, agrees. “She’s doing her job. “We all…

HE USED to joke about being broke and broken-hearted – but now he’s having the last laugh. Moshe Ndiki has come a long way since making YouTube videos about drinking cheap wine on his own and his long-running battle to find a signal with his TV aerial. He’s been in showbiz for only four years and is already the toast of the town. The comedian stars in the popular soap The Queen, is the host of hit dating show Uyang’thanda Na? and now he’s bagged a coveted job on Metro FM. Moshe has plenty of reasons to celebrate – and after years of being single he’s thrilled to have someone special to share his good bubbly with. Yet Moshe is modest to a fault when he pops in at the…

Load shedding becomes more bearable if you don’t have to scramble around at the last minute to make sure you can feed your family. Here are staples that will ensure nobody goes hungry. Canned food such as various types of beans, chickpeas, lentils, tomatoes, whole-kernel corn, pilchards and tuna. Starches such as rice, mealie meal or polenta, bulgur, couscous and pasta – all of which are easy to cook on a gas stove. Also stock up on tortillas and pizza bases. Sauces Tomato sauce, sweet chilli sauce and chutney come in handy. Fresh produce such as cabbage, garlic, onions, peppers, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, butternut and potatoes stay fresh for a while without being refrigerated. Meat Mince, chicken breast fillets and pork cubes cook quickly on a gas stove or on…

PINS These are great for securing styled hair. But make sure they don’t dig into your scalp. DRY SHAMPOOS Spray dry shampoo on your hair the night before so it can absorb extra oil overnight. Wear a satin scarf so your hair doesn’t lose excess moisture while you sleep. EDGE TAMERS These work best on clean hair, so make sure your hair has no product build-up. After applying edge tamer, cover the area with a silk scarf and keep it in place for 30-60 minutes so the product can set. COMBS & BRUSHES Always use detangling brushes or wide-tooth combs on wet hair as they cause less breakage than conventional brushes. They’re also great for detangling dirty hair. MOUSSES Not only does it keep hair in place when styled, mousse…

HELP! MY MOM-IN-LAW HAS DEMENTIA Q I’m staying with my husband’s mom and aunt. His mom is not well and suffers from dementia. I’m at work during the day so his aunt is supposed to look after her. I’ve found out that they argue all the time and that his mom is not eating when I’m not at home. When I ask his aunt about this she just says her sister doesn’t want to eat. If that was truly the case, I’d expect to find the food still in the fridge. I’m worried that his aunt is abusing his mom but I don’t know how to approach the subject with my husband. He’s been going through a lot of family stuff recently and I think he’s reached the point where…

TAURUS 20 APR – 20 MAY The week could start off on an unsettling note, that is if you’re a Taurus who doesn’t sit comfortably with change. Unpredictability could be at the helm, which can cause upsets and steer you off course. Excitement and pleasant surprises may be part of the deal, though. So, go with the flow. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 31, 23, 15, 21, 48, 9 GEMINI 21 MAY – 20 JUN If you’re a true Gemini chances are you may sometimes struggle to follow through what you’ve started, a shortcoming that can be a bother this week. Scattering your energy can all too easily interfere with a professional vision and doubts can tempt you to give up. Although it’s an appropriate time to question your life direction, don’t…

IT WAS six o’clock in the morning. A team of surgeons, led by Dr Oosthuysen, came together at Provincial Hospital in Port Elizabeth. They were about to begin a long and difficult operation on 17-year-old Vovo in a final, desperate attempt to save her life. Vovo had undergone serious and complicated heart surgery just a few months earlier, but she had to return to Provincial Hospital when complications set in. Her breathing was poor and the doctors, led by Dr Brown, found an infection in her blood stream which originated from her heart. It appeared that she had contracted it during the first operation. Laboratory tests had shown that the infection would respond to intravenous antibiotics, but it didn’t. The seat of the infection in her heart was so bad…

Good to know Cowry shells became currency in China as early as 1200 BC. In certain parts of Africa they were still in use until the middle of the 20th century. Today shells are still used to pay for items on the island of Malaita in the southwest Pacific Ocean. 7500 BC The Sumerians used clay tokens in their accounting system to symbolise various items. 1200 BC For centuries, cowry shells were used as money in various parts of the world. 1122-771 BC Chinese cowry shell imitation in bone. 640 BC Both sides of a coin used in ancient Lydia, a region that’s now part of Turkey. 770 BC These replicas of knives and spades were the first type of minted coins used in China. 500 BC Silver coins from…

CARDI: JUST BE YOURSELF THE trouble with being a celeb is people start expecting you to behave in a certain way – you’re seen as a role model, even. But CARDI B isn’t going to be doing that anymore. A fan criticised the Money hitmaker on Twitter, saying, “I love you ALOT but I don’t agree with the messages you’ve been sending us young girls. So many of us look at you as a role model and that should send a very loud message [sic].” But the mom of one is having none of it. ‘I been feeling trap[ped] and sad cause it’s not ME’ Cardi hit back at her critic, saying, “For these past two years I been watching what I say and I haven’t been myself. “I been…

IT’S that wonderful time of the year when we go and see friends, family and other loved ones. We renew our spirits, centre ourselves and find some energy and joy to help us through the next few months. Easter is a joyous time for many people and we hope you have an amazing weekend this year. It seems life is just getting harder with the economy being what it is, so we should enjoy any happiness when we can and celebrate the good moments. And be safe on the roads, dear readers – rest when you can, stop often and be vigilant on the long stretches. And, of course, enjoy every second of this special time. Until next week, THE DRUM TEAM We would love to hear your thoughts on…

SHE had just one year to go before she was done with school – yet she decided that’s when she would drop out. It was certainly a leap of faith – doing that so she could share her gift with the world – but Winnie Mashaba believed it was the best decision she could make. And it’s not something she regrets. This year marks 20 years since the gospel singer first mesmerised crowds with her golden voice and to honour the occasion Winnie (38) has released a new album. The Journey with Winnie Mashaba (Live at the Emperors Palace) pays homage to her two decades in the industry with 22 moving tracks. It’s a mix of new songs and holy hits dating back to her first album. “Anyone who doesn’t…

IMAGINE a world in which your house is paid off by the age of 32 and you live a life that’s virtually debt-free – no overdrafts, credit cards maxed to the limit, store cards or revolving loans. And no more sleepless nights worrying GABIS how you NGC ’re going O to pay it all off. For many 30-somethings it’s a scenario that’s hard to picture, which is why Moshala Matabane recently set Twitter abuzz. “Bond paid off,” the single mom tweeted in a post that quickly went viral. How on earth did she do it? Last year a First National Bank survey contained the shocking revelation that more than 56% of middle-income consumers (de- fined as people with a gross monthly income of between R7 000 and R60 000) spend…

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PEST PROBLEM An 89-year-old granny who always reads the instructions of every product she uses is busy reading a container of insect killer that’s meant to reduce cockroach infestations. Her nephew catches her shaking her body vigorously while holding the product before spraying it. “Why are you shaking your body?” the boy asks. Gogo shows her nephew the back of the product by shoving it under his nose. “It says here ‘Shake well before use’, my boy.” WORRIED After the christening of his baby brother, Sizwe sobs in the back seat of the car all the way home from church while his father repeatedly asks why he’s so upset. Finally, Sizwe replies: “That preacher said he wanted us brought up in a Christian home but I want to stay with…

GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Lucy realises she’ll have to turn to Jack for help. Pele decides to be honest, whatever the consequences. Luthando deliberately smashes her hand. Lerato listens to the boys’ conversation. Things go from bad to worse for Crazy J. Zitha says goodbye to her only family. Sphe is frustrated because Mazwi (MUSA NGEMA) won’t be honest. Tau has had enough. SCANDAL! Boniswa discovers she was played. Mlungisi (PATRICK MOFOKENG) thinks the world is ganging up on him. Stokkies promises the world to Walter. Romeo fashions a new plan to exact revenge. Zinzi feels enough is enough. A bit of tenderness from an unexpected source puts further strain on a troubled marriage. A murderer faces off with a ghost from his past. ISIDINGO Wendy and Hendrik believe their secret…

If a loved one dies overseas the South African department of international relations and cooperation (Dirco) will provide logistical help and advice. It doesn’t provide financial assistance, although it will guide the family through the repatriation process. It can cost up to R250 000 to have a body repatriated and an import permit is needed. If a person died of non-infectious causes, the body needs to be embalmed within 24 hours. However, not all countries have embalming facilities so the body must then be sealed in an airtight container and placed in a non-transparent coffin. If an infectious disease was the cause of death, the body must be placed in two polythene bags, then sealed in an airtight container and placed in a sturdy non-transparent coffin. The coffin may not…