Innholdsfortegnelse for 3/15/2020 i Sunday Sun

• ABATHEMBU king Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo was charged in the Bityi Magistrates Court on Friday for malicious damage to property and assault by threats. He was released on a warning, but will reappear on 1 June, police said. Dalindyebo was arrested after going on a rampage at Bumbane Great Place in Mthatha. City Press reported the king arrived at the Great Place at 2am on Friday with an axe. He then began breaking furniture and throwing clothes belonging to his son Azenathi, the current king regent, out. • MPs from across the political divide criticised the parole board system on Friday. The Department of Correctional Services briefed the sub-committee of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services on the parole system. The system had been under scrutiny after the murder…

KAYA FM’s afternoon host and Idols SA judge Unathi Msengana’s valuables have been violated. Her Porsche Panamera valued at more than R2 million was scratched at a parking lot. The 40-year-old showbiz all-rounder told cops she suffered damages worth R30 000. This when she opened a case of malicious damage to property at the Linden Police Station in November. A statement seen by the SunTeam revealed the incident happened while she was getting in shape at a Virgin Active in Randburg, Jozi. Read her statement, in part: “The complainant alleged that on 4 November at about 7.40pm she parked her white Porsche (sic) Panamera (registration number withheld), at the parking lot of Virgin Active. “ . . . On the same day at about 7.50pm when she returned to her…

ANC NEC member and businessman Mathews Phosa has been waiting patiently for a biker to pay him R20 000. This after the biker bumped into his car and rode off. The incident, which happened in February last year, saw his luxury BMW damaged during a slow-traffic situation in Bryanston, north of Jozi. The former Mpumalanga premier reported a case of hit-and-run at Sandton Police Station in February last year. Phosa said he tracked down the man who later promised to pay for the damages. “I got him. He was a silly young man. I was making room for people who came to the church when it happened. He just deliberately hit my mirror and thought he could get away with it,” said Phosa. “We had a agreement that he would…

GOSPEL superstar Lebo Sekgobela is embroiled in a bitter feud with her former publicist, Rashaad Abdulla. Rashaad has accused her of using his ideas for her Hymns and Worship Tour and then kicking him to the curb. Through his lawyers, Radasi Sekgatja INC, Rashaad has sent the Lion of Juda hitmaker a letter of demand. Sent on Friday, Rashaad is demanding R750 000. Read the document: “We refer to the above matter and confirm we act in this matter on behalf of Mr Rashaad Abdullah in his capacity, as the representative of Rashiky Media referred to as “our client”, on whose instructions this letter is addressed to you. “He instructed us as follows: That all Lebo Sekgobela tours be cancelled forthwith and/or interdicted, pending the finalisation of the legal dispute…

Jhene Aiko Chilombo (Def Jam Recordings) THIS one’s for those who are moving on after a bad break-up. Jhene is one of a few musicians who can clearly express their feelings and emotions in a relatable way. The album Chilombo, is named after her actual surname and was released last week. The singer shares everything from her heartbreak to sexual desires in the album. Her previous album, Trip, was based on her brother’s passing and was a touching and emotional piece of work. In the track Triggered she sings about a relationship she thought would do well but went south. Social media users speculate it’s about her breakup with Big Sean. Music lovers will enjoy tracks like Lightning & Thunder, None Of Your Concern, Happiness Over Everything, Mourning Doves and…

IT sounds funny and impossible to many South Africans, but it’s a step in the right direction. Big up to Council of Education Ministers (CEM) for proposing that Eastern Cape matriculants be allowed to write their final examinations in isiXhosa. I know many South Africans ask themselves questions like how pupils will survive in varsities and workplaces without English after matric. They aren’t aware universities are also transforming gradually. Unisa and UKZN allow students to write their exams in vernacular for some degrees. Again, writing in isiXhosa doesn’t mean matric pupils don’t know English because it will be offered as a subject. But not as a language of teaching and learning. The love of your language is the first step in decolonising yourself. So, Mzansi, let’s wake up and smell…

• THE anointed oil prayed for and sanctified by the “prophet” costs only R100. • The anointed water costs R50. • Don’t forget to make a one-on-one appointment if you’re searching for marriage. It’s on special tomorrow for R1 000 only. • Please, share this message and miracle money will hit your account. Sounds like a joke, right? It’s amazing that religious scams like this have entangled many in Mzansi. Wake up Mzansi. Letta Mbulu warned us in her song, Not yet Uhuru: Ilifa lezithutha lidliwa ngabahlakaniphileyo!…

NEWLY-APPOINTED Spar Ladies 10km Challenge ambassador Kesa Molotsane predicts a tight Grand Prix Series race this year. Last year, Namibian road running queen Helalia Johannes won all her six races in record time, collecting 180 points to walk away with the grand prize of R187 000. But Molotsane, the 2017 champion, said Johannes will find the going tough this season. Johannes is still the overwhelming favourite to win the series. But Molotsane said it’s highly unlikely she will win all the races this year. The Grand Prix Series takes place in six cities – Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Durban, Maritzburg, Pretoria and Joburg. The runner, who collects the highest number of points after the series, wins the overall prize and takes home the big R187 000 cheque. The first race…

THE upcoming Absa Premiership blockbuster between title-chasers Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates is expected to be a battle of more than just the three points. The clash will be played at the Loftus Versfeld on Tuesday night (7.30pm). It is one of the most eagerly-awaited matches of the season, as both teams are looking forward to closing the gap between them and log leaders Kaizer Chiefs. Both Downs and Bucs are in the intense league race. The Brazilians are chasing a third league title in a row, while Pirates have not won the league title since the 2011/12 season. A win for Sundowns on Tuesday will put them a point behind Chiefs. Mosimane said they will need to keep their feet on the ground as the league will only come…

• MZANSI’S Davis Cup team will face Venezuela away in the World Group II in September, after the two nations were pitted in a draw conducted at the International Tennis Federation (ITF) headquarters in London, United Kingdom, on Friday. The tie will be played on the weekend of 18 and 19 September in Venezuela. The ITF announced earlier this week that the Fed Cup Finals and play-offs, due to take place next month, had been postponed due to the Covid-19 outbreak, with all ITF circuit events also postponed until at least 20 April. • THE 2020 Comrades Marathon Substitution Process officially opens tomorrow at 8am. The Substitution Rule allows for aspirant Comrades Marathon-runners, who were unable to enter the 2020 race during the official entry period late last year, still…

By THEO NYHABA IT’S never really over until the fat lady sings. And veteran producer and composer, Lebo M. . . BELIEVES THIS ADAGE SO MUCH, HE’S RETURNED TO THE LOVING ARMS OF HIS EX-BAE! This as the man behind the soundtrack of the box office hit production, The Lion King, was spotted at a garage on Grayston Drive in Sandton, Jozi with his ex-wife, Angela Ngani-Casara, and the two were smooching. When confronted by the SunTeam, Lebo confirmed the two were a couple again. Pressed for more info, he refused to get into detail. But the musical genius later sent a statement through his publicist, Bongi Potelwa-Metsing. Read the document: “Lebo M would like to reserve his comment on this mater. “He’d like to focus on this prestigious life…

MOJA LOVE presenter and actor Zola Hashatsi was nabbed by police in Soweto. This for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol. The former Rhythm City actor was caught at a roadblock in Dobsonville, on Elias Motsoaledi and Luthuli Road last Saturday. The star was thrown into the holding cells at Dobsonville Police Station. Gauteng police spokesperson Captain Kay Makhubele confirmed the actor was arrested for driving under the influence of firewater. “Yes, the suspect was arrested for drinking and driving,” he said. But the 31-year-old, who shot to prominence while hosting kids show Craz-e on e.tv, denied spending the night in a smelly holding cell and refused to substantiate. “No, I didn’t. Wow, where did you get your information from? I really don’t want to comment,” he said. But…

TV and radio presenter Kini Shandu has allegedly been taken through the wringer. He’s said to have been taken to the Bargaining Council by angry employees. This for allegedly failing to pay them for working at his new establishment, Zulu The Gin Gallery & Restaurant, in Bedfordview, Ekurhuleni. Three of the staffers claimed Kini hadn’t paid their salaries since December. One of them, who stopped working for the entertainer in December, said she quit because Kini never delivered on his promise to pay her. Explained the former staffer: “We began working for Kini in November, although the eatery was set to open on 16 December. We went there every day to clean and set up. “In December, we asked when we’d get paid and he said he’d pay on 25…

THE spread of the Coronavirus was this week declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO). A pandemic is defined as an epidemic occurring worldwide or over a very wide area, crossing international boundaries and usually affecting a large number of people. The spread has resulted in companies having to come up with ways to protect employees. And also to prevent the infection and spread of the virus in the workforce. This involves recommending that employees who are sick stay home until they feel better. But what impact does this have on your leave application? In terms of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, the sick leave cycle is calculated in terms of a 36-month cycle. This means over three years from the date of employment, an employee is…

LAND-grabbers should stop the illegal land grabs. Municipalities should exercise their powers and stop people from stealing and occupying the land. Local government is afraid to apply laws against land grabbers has seen how people become uncontrollable during such situations. As it stands, land invasions take place amid a raging debate on land expropriation without compensation. Homelessness doesn’t legitimise occupying vacant property. think they should be stealing the land like they are. The consequences of grabbing the land are not good. People should just follow procedure if they want the land. This kind of lawlessness should never…

IT’S not good enough to transfer a title, facility, or building to the next generation. Rather, transferring your knowledge, experience and values is important. Giving the next generation tools that helped you succeed is more important than money and wealth. Perfect leadership includes taking what made you who you are and giving it to someone else. you having more. Because if you concentrate on what you don’t have, you’ll never ever have enough. You’re free to choose, but are not free from the consequence of your choice. In life, you’ll never change anything you’re willing to tolerate. Bill Gates once said success is a lousy teacher, as it seduces smart…

M-Net Drunk Parents, today 8.05pm Alec Baldwin and Salma Hayek star in this comedy. After sending their daughter to college, functioning alcoholic parents attempt to hide their financial difficulties from her. 1Magic Startup, tomorrow at 9pm Araknet receives horrific news, spurring a moral debate within the company and forcing Ronald to undermine Nick. Izzy tries to uncover Stroud’s true motivations. M-Net Movies Smile X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Tuesday at 6.12pm Hugh Jackman becomes the fierce hero wolverine once more in this thrilling prequel which shows his riveting and tragic origin story. M-Net Movies Premiere Looking For Love, Wednesday at 8pm A single, unaccomplished Zulu woman must find Mr Right in the pitiless concrete jungle that is Jo’burg before she turns 40. Sundance TV Dirty God, Thursday at 10.40pm The survivor of…

ALTHOUGH they’re still mathematically in the race to win the Absa Premiership title, Bidvest Wits could play a huge role in the championship race by beating log leaders Kaizer Chiefs. Gavin Hunt’s charges will play two league games against Amakhosi. The first of their two matches will be played at the FNB Stadium on Wednesday night (7.30pm). Their second-round meeting will be played at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, KZN, on 24 April. Wits are second on the log table with 38 points and trail behind Chiefs by 10 points with a game in hand. Hunt has all but conceded the league title to Chiefs, but he wants his team to beat the Soweto giants. But his team proved their worth in the title race when they took two…

ALARM bells are ringing. And one who is jittery during this Coronavirus outbreak, is Bidvest Wits coach Gavin Hunt. His fears have been sparked after a Wits university student was quarantined after developing symptoms of the virus, where Hunt coaches his team. In addition, Hunt said two of his players, Haashim Domingo and Thabang Monare, developed heavy bouts of flu before his side played Real Kings at Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium in KZN on Friday. According to Hunt, they had to bring in a player to camp in Durban before they played the Ke Yona Cup quarterfinal match following the two players feeling unwell. The coach feels these are tough times for everyone after the World Health Organisation declared the Coronavirus as a pandemic. “We’re scared because we have two…

A HIGH-RANKING Safa official and a former Levergy agency employee, associated with Sasol Women’s sponsorship, have allegedly been caught with their hands in the cookie jar. The two men, whose names are known to Sunday Sun, are reported to have defrauded the oil company of close to R1 million. Safa, Sasol and Levergy, an agency that handles Sasol’s PR contract, have all confirmed the matter and said they were investigating it. A criminal and civil case has been opened against the two parties, according to the two companies. Independent informants revealed that the employee, responsible for Safa’s marketing, and tasked with handling the lucrative Sasol account, was in cahoots with the implicated former Levergy employee. It is alleged the duo established a fraudulent company that invoiced Sasol to the tune…

A GROUP of 114 South Africans, who were repatriated from Wuhan City, China, have landed on African soil. The updated figure of the evacuees was given by health department spokesperson Popo Maja yesterday, after the chartered SAA flight ZS-SND Airbus landed at Polokwane Airport at 10.30am. The group had departed from Wuhan, the epicentre of the Coronavirus outbreak, around 9pm (SA time) on Friday. It’s all systems go at Protea Hotel’s The Ranch Resort ahead of the arrival of South Africans who have been repatriated from Wuhan. Some roads leading to and from the Polokwane Airport were closed as logistics to ferry the group got underway. The SANDF’s chartered Airbus had a smooth landing. Three buses, under heavy SANDF and SAPS guard, escorted the group to the Ranch Resort where…

THE third edition of the DStv’s Viewers’ Choice Awards took place at the Ticketpro Dome in Northgate, Jozi, last night. And the host for the night was vivacious TV personality Minnie Dlamini-Jones. Local stars put on their best outfits for the glitzy doo. Those who outshined others were honoured with awards. Media personality Bonang Matheba was triumphant as she walked away with the favourite personality of the year gong, leaving Anele Mdoda, Somizi Mhlongo, Nomzamo Mbatha and Sho Majodzi – all of whom were nominated in the same category – in the dust. Actress Sindi Dlathu, who plays Lindiwe, in 1Magic’s telenovela, The River, scooped the favourite actress award, beating Dawn Thandeka King, Zola Nombona, Florence Masebe and Tsholofelo Matshaba. Rugby star Siya Kolisi, who led the Springboks to the…

MZWAKHE Mbuli’s movie JUNE 16 has received a massive boost ahead of its shooting. The Gauteng Department of Education has thrown its weight behind the movie. Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi has endorsed the movie and promised to help where necessary. Lesufi confirmed his support for the movie when he was interviewed on Kaya FM last week. Sunday Sun can also reveal that not only did he speak about it on radio, he also sent Mbuli, who is the movie’s executive producer, an endorsement letter. The MEC, according to sources, believes the movie is part of our history and is going to educate the younger generation. The letter, dated 5 March and in Sunday Sun’s possession, reads in part: “The Gauteng Department of Education is thrilled to endorse the movie…

CONGREGANTS from several churches came in numbers to witness the ordination of Pastor Bongani Ngesi. The son of Bishop Mothusi Ngesi, pastor Bongani was ordained at the Christian Covenant Healing Ministry Church in Mangaung, Bloemfontein. Rendered by Archbishop Michael Kolisang from Fill the Gap International Ministry, Lesotho, the ceremony was successful. Said Kolisang: “We’re here today to officially ordain Bongani to become a full pastor. Therefore, I encourage him to pray and ask the Holy Spirit to lead him. “This because we can’t do anything without the Holy Spirit. Shepherding is a big task that needs a praying man of God. I urge him to focus on God, who called on him to become a minister. Many pastors forget they are servants of God, so focus on your calling and…

I’VE come to the notion that grandiose poetry is for empty creatives. These are your typical applause and praise-chasers, who stop at nothing to recite attention-grabbing punchlines, oblivious of any kind of discourse, including the political variety. These so-called poets are contributing to my gradual loathing of poetry sessions, and they are everywhere – even the hood. One would assume crowd-pleasing poetry is limited to the northern parts of Jozi, but it seems to have penetrated even the core of township consciousness, the sole reason behind my preference of hood sessions. Last Sunday, I expected the same thought-engaging rhetoric to be on the menu when a friend convinced me to abandon my premier league plans and herded to the nearby Dobsonville, Soweto, for a dose of chess and, of course,…

FIRST, the public protector was found wanting by the courts for the way she handled the Estina Diary Farm investigation. Then she was said to be on the wrong side of interpreting the law in her Reserve Bank investigation and overreaching on her remedial action where, once again, her judgment was overturned. This week, Busisiwe Mkhwebane was again criticised for her probe into the CR17 election campaign funds when her third profile case was overturned in less than a year. Of the 135 reports issued, 62 are being challenged in court. The common thread with all the judgments against her is that she lacks knowledge of the law, the very basic skill needed for someone heading her office. More shocking is how various judgments also point to flaws in her…

Pisces (19 Feb – 19 Mar) Self: You can’t please everybody all the time or even some of the people some of the time! Mind: Don’t tell someone the whole story if you know that the truth is going to hurt them. Life: Smile; it makes you and everyone else positive and energetic. Aries (20 Mar – 19 Apr) Self: You’ve missed the turn on the road and you’re on the wrong route. Go back to the beginning! Mind: Thinking you’re a failure because you’ve failed is a mistake. Losing is part of learning to win. Life: Nobody is perfect; continue to strive! Taurus (20 Apr – 20 May) Money: Accept that there will always be some wins and losses; nothing is guaranteed. Self: Take stock of life; are you…

ONCE an unemployed rural farmer, Nokwanda Nkqayi (64) is now one among thousands of women who have been empowered to become agri-entrepreneurs. This through the Cape Town-based AgriPlanner Programme. The programme is a joint initiative between the SA Institute for Entrepreneurship and Coronation Fund Managers. To date, the programme has helped over 5 000 emerging farmers – 65% of whom are women. It also forms part of Coronation’s Growing Entrepreneurs initiative. Nokwanda has been working at the Siyazama Community Food Garden in Khayelitsha since 2004. She said: “The municipality gave us this land to farm and we’ve received AgriPlanner training. We grow peppers, kale, cabbages, leeks, rockets and herbs, among other crops.” The organic food garden supplies produce to hotels, restaurants, retailers and families in Cape Town. Each farmer has…

DESPERATE times call for desperate measures. That’s what AmaZulu have done in their bid to end what has been a chaotic season for one of the oldest clubs in Mzansi. The club has put measures in place to ensure they remain in top flight football at the end of the season. The Durban-based outfit have reduced price tickets from R40 to R10, ahead of their home league fixture against Baroka FC at Kings Park Stadium on 22 March. This comes as they are in high spirits after defeating Kaizer Chiefs 1-0 at the FNB Stadium last Saturday, to record their second league win of the year. Now, their aim is to capitalise on their win. They feel the presence of their fans can have a profound impact in their match…

THE Premier Soccer League (PSL) will have no choice but to cancel their league programme after Wednesday night’s round of matches, due to the ravaging Coronavirus that has gripped the world. It will be following other top leagues in the world, who have either cancelled or postponed their programmes in a bid to protect supporters and curb the scourge. This weekend, only teams playing in the last 8 round of the Nedbank Cup participated. The league also wants to even things out by playing the two games scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday. On Tuesday night, Mamelodi Sundowns face Orlando Pirates in a crucial match that could determine where the title is heading. The following day, Bidvest Wits will play catch-up when they visit Kaizer Chiefs at the FNB Stadium. Both…

At Makhulong Stadium DESPITE their hectic schedule, Mamelodi Sundowns booked their place in the Nedbank Cup semi-finals. Games are coming in thick and fast for the Tshwane giants, but they seem to be coping with their busy programme. The Pitso Mosimane coached side kept their hopes of winning the domestic triple alive by beating Highlands Park 1-0 in the Ke Yona quarterfinals at Makhulong Stadium last night. Substitute Keletso Makgalwa scored a goal worthy to win any match with five minutes remaining in extra-time to break the home side’s hearts. With the Telkom Knockout already in the bag, Sundowns are now competing on two fronts – in the Absa Premiership and the Ke Yona Cup. In October last year, Mauricio Affonso scored a late dramatic winner in the league to…