Innholdsfortegnelse for 7/19/2020 i Sunday Sun

• FINANCE Minister Tito Mboweni has hit back at claims by the DA that National Treasury plans to extend a bailout to help fund the business rescue process of flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA). This after the main opposition party announced on Friday that it had filed an urgent interdict application in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria to prevent any money for SAA coming from “emergency” funding, by means of a provision in the Public Finance Management Act. Mboweni tweeted that the application might be “trivial”. • THE Department of Basic Education has to roll out the National School Nutrition Programme to all eligible children, regardless of whether they have returned to school or not, thanks to an order granted in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria on…

WE published the article, headlined: HOSTAGE DRAMA ENDS IN LOSS OF LIFE on 12 July. We erroneously published the wrong logo with the teaser on the front page. We published the logo of the International Pentecostal Holiness Church’s founding church, with its headquarters in Oklahoma City, US. The published logo is not related to the IPHC church in Zuurbekom, west of Joburg, where the hostage drama took place. The IPHC-USA church has no connection with the IPHC-Modise church, and they are two independent faith-based organisations. We apologise to these two organisations for publishing the incorrect logo and retract publishing the IPHC-USA logo.…

MUVHANGO actress Buhle Samuels’ gorgeous and curvaceous body has finally paid off. Buhle, who plays Matshidiso on the SABC2 soapie, has scored a gig with international lingerie line, Bras N Things. The 30-year-old told Sunday Sun her duties include promoting and strengthening the Bras N Things’ brand awareness and activations. She said the partnership has also opened doors for her to start her own lingerie. “It started with my love for lingerie. My management spoke to their management and identified synergies between the two brands, that culminated into the relationship we have,” she said. Buhle refused to divulge the value of the partnership, but said she’s just happy to be working with the brand. “I’m just the perfect fit to work with such a phenomenal and historical lingerie line, Bras…

A GROUP of artists has accused Minister Nathi Mthethwa’s Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC) of racism. The artists were supposed to work on an international feature film, Dreams Of The Moon, but production has been cancelled due to COVID-19. Nosivuyile Gavini told the SunTeam ahe and her colleagues had applied for relief funds on 6 April. Explained Nosivuyile: “When COVID-19 occurred, we were all cancelled. We were given the same paperwork as proof of cancellation, so we could apply for the relief fund from the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC). “On 6 April, we applied but I was rejected on the basis of late application. I appealed but got rejected again. I was told my cancellation letter wasn’t signed. “This surprised me as my white colleagues from…

MALOSE LANGA is a senior lecturer and associate professor of psychology in the department of psychology at Wits University. He’s also a psychologist in private practice. Becoming Men is a story of 32 boys from Alexandra, north of Jozi, who were part of a study conducted by Malose over 12 years as they negotiated manhood and masculinity. He gives a graphic account of what it means to be a young black man in contemporary Mzansi. The book offers insights into the boys’ minds as they deal with topics like strong bonds with their mums, the impact of absent dad, school violence, academic performance, gangsterism and unemployment, among others. From 2007 to 2018, Malose conducted hundreds of individual and group interviews with the boys, who are now men, to understand what…

PASTOR Mantsha Pheeha encouraged people to know who they were in the characteristics that defined them in Christ. Pheeha, a pastor at the Church of Jesus Christ in Midrand, Joburg, gave an example of a small Norfolk terrier dog named, Tiki, that she owned as a young girl. Explained Pheeha: “Tiki was friendly but cheeky, especially when people walked past my house. “She barked at and chased them. A lot of them ran away because they assumed Tiki would bite them. They weren’t aware they were more powerful than the dog and that Tiki was afraid of them.” She said this was what most people went through. “We go through life afraid of things that are afraid of us because we don’t know ourselves. “If you don’t know yourself, you’ll…

I’M a taxi driver based in Centurion and would like to express my dismay and unhappiness about passenger behaviour. In the wake of the measures put in place by government to tackle the spread of COVID-19, as the industry, we’ve been mandated to play our part. We always have hand sanitisers in our cars for commuters, but they mostly do the opposite. It’s becomes a daunting task to constantly beg elders to sanitise their hands, as if they don’t understand the importance of doing so. It’s uncalled for to walk past a hand sanitiser that’s there to save your life and those of your family members. Also, commuters enter taxis with their masks on but then take them off during the trip. What’s the purpose of wearing a mask, so…

VICTOR Ramambila wasn’t born with a silver spoon in his mouth. Today, Victor is the proud owner of Ramazwi Security Services and Training Agency that has 70 employees in Gauteng, Limpopo and KZN. Victor said he has trained more than 6 000 law enforcement personnel and public administrators since starting in 2006. Said Victor: “I chose training to develop skills in the security sector. The training agency is accredited by DHET, SAAETA, LGSETA, ETDPSETA, PSETA, UMALUSI and other registered institutions.” But Victor’s beginnings were humble. He grew up as a herd boy at Tshiozwi Village in the Sinthumule area near Makhado, Limpopo. The 52-year-old was raised by his unemployed mum, Masakona Ramambila, who augmented her income by ploughing for subsistence. This go-getter said he used to go to school bare…

SUPERSPORT United midfielder Jamie Webber has accepted the challenge from his coach Kaitano Tembo to step up after the departure of captain Dean Furman. Tembo said players like Webber, Jesse Donn, Teboho Mokoena and Sipho Mbule should take the baton following the departure of Furman, who didn’t renew his contract after five years of top service at the Tshwane giants. Tembo’s statement meant to say that the club won’t be going big in the market to fill the huge void left by Furman, whose guile and leadership on the field made things easier for him when he officially took over the post in 2018. The three-time league champions were third on the table when the Absa Premiership was suspended in March following the outbreak of the deadly coronavirus. Webber and…

In-form Manchester United will be eager to keep their foot on the accelerator when they face a formidable Chelsea in the semi-finals of the FA Cup. The massive encounter takes place at the iconic Wembley Stadium tonight (7pm). The Red Devils have been flying high since the restart and are yet to lose a single match post the Coronavirus-enforced break. They are currently involved in a three-way scrap with the Blues and Leicester for the remaining Champions League places in the league. Their FA Cup meeting will be the fourth time the two sides lock horns this season, with the Red Devils winning each of the previous three encounters. While United might be the in-form team, Chelsea have already proven this season they are no pushovers against the big boys.…

THE South African Football Association (Safa) has received plenty of criticism from those who feel they are blocking the PSL to resume its 2019/20 programme. Safa have explained that they don’t want to be blamed for a tragedy – such as the 11 April 2001 at Ellis Park Stadium between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs where 43 people died following a stampede. According to Safa’s acting CEO Tebogo Motlanthe, the blame for the many deaths was put on Safa’s doorstep by the commission of inquiry, and as a result, they are firm about the safe return to football, especially with COVID-19 currently wreaking a deadly havoc in Mzansi. Safa said both the Absa Premiership and GladAfrica Championship, suspended in March following the outbreak of coronavirus, will resume in the first…

AFRO-POP singer Kelly Khumalo has allegedly become the black sheep of her family. She’s said to have been disowned by the Khumalo clan . . . WHICH IS ALLEGEDLY ANGRY AT HER FOR TRYING TO DIVIDE THE FAMILY! The accusations follow the singer’s heated argument with her mum, Ntombifuthi Khumalo. This over younger sister, Zandi Khumalo, with whom she was rumoured to be at loggerheads. An insider claimed the Khumalos had distanced themselves from the Empini hitmaker. Explained an insider: “When she began fighting with Zandi, she expected her mum to take her side. But Ntombifuthi decided not to choose sides. “Eventually, Kelly told her mum to stop talking to Zandi. Again, her mum refused to do so. “Kelly wasn’t impressed by this and began bullying her mum. “She’d shout,…

IT seems late gospel music sensation Sfiso Ncwane’s soul is possibly years away from finally resting in peace. In the latest drama around the musician’s death, his widow Ayanda Ncwane is at the centre of a legal battle concerning Sfiso’s “fraudulent” will. Legal eagle Bongiwe Nene, who represents Sfiso’s kids Sduduzo Dlamini and Snqobile Mzelemu, told the SunTeam she was preparing a case that might see Ayanda taken to court for signing the late gospel star’s last will and testimony. Said Bongiwe: “We’ve finally scrutinised Sfiso’s will and can state, without doubt, that Ayanda, who is also the sole beneficiary, signed it. “This on its own is suspicious and raises a lot of questions. “It’s also unlikely that Ayanda’s lawyer, Nhlanhla Mnculwane, never saw this. I say this because he’s…

AFRO-POP singer Ntando Bangane was this week left angry after paying a fortune to have his Mercedes-Benz taken in for service, but allegedly only got a raw deal instead. The Nono hitmaker told Sunday Sun he was happy when he received a call from the dealership in Constantia Kloof, in the West Rand, saying his car was ready for pick up, but wasn’t ready for what he got when he arrived. “I went to pick up my car after a lady called me to tell me it was ready for pick up. I was with my son when I went to pick it up. I noticed the seat belt didn’t roll back as it should when it’s being put on,” he said. Ntando said he took this up with the…

THE trio released this album to celebrate their 10th anniversary in the music industry. Micasa first won over Mzansi with their hit single, These Streets, in 2011. And a few months later, they serenaded us with Heavenly Sent. This album offers dance jams, of course, because that’s what they do best through songs like Wine Tasting and Eve. They feature a pop song with hints of the dance hall titled Home Alone, featuring AKA. How Could You is a hip hop song that’s about heartbreak. And Banza & Patsy an all-instrumental song with the soothing sounds of the piano and trumpet. This is definitely one of the best songs in this album. Besides AKA, the album also features Jay Em, Stilo Magolide and Rouge. Songs to tickle your fancy include…

REINSTATING the ban on alcohol, as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday, was met with mixed reaction. Some people were angry, showing Mzansi to be a nation of drunkards, who only care about getting drunk. Truth is, alcohol is a serious problem. Those who drink alcohol don’t care about masks and social distancing, which puts the lives of those who do at risk of contracting COVID-19. Even law enforcement agencies are part of the problem, as they also attend parties with the same people they’re supposed to arrest for violating the law. Alcohol has turned Mzansi into a joke. Let’s work with government to help fight the spread of COVID-19.…

ALL good things come to an end. I was disappointed to learn of the possible closure by Media24 of our lovely newspaper, Sunday Sun. Sundays will never be the same without it. I never thought this newspaper would close down. COVID-19 has made things worse for everyone and we’re feeling the pinch. SundaySun always strived for fair, accurate, impartial and independent journalism. This year will remain one of worst for everyone as everything is shutting down and people are losing jobs. Daily Sun should keep quality journalism alive. Adios, Sunday Sun.…

M-Net Movies Premiere Bad Dad Rehab, today at 11.35pm A great drama. Four guys sign up for Deadbeat Dad Rehab with Mr Leon after turbulence in their respective relationships forces them to get their act together. M-Net Movies Smile Edge Of Seventeen, tomorrow at 11.10pm A fiercely funny and witty coming-of-age comedy. An embattled teenager’s life becomes more complicated when her best friend starts dating her popular, elder brother. Moja Love Uthando Noxolo, Tuesday at 9.30pm Losing a lover might be the most painful experience one can ever go through. Would you forgive the person responsible? M-Net Movies Zone Deception, Wednesday at 11.30pm Hugh Jackman and Ewan McGregor explore a sordid and dangerous world in this thriller. A lawyer introduces an accountant to a secret sex club, but things spiral…

NEW Bloemfontein Celtic coach John Maduka says the signs were there that he would become head coach of the club one day. The 49-year-old was confirmed as Siwelele’s head coach earlier this month, replacing Lehlohonolo Seema, who resigned to join Chippa United. Maduka’s elevation has seen him serve the club as team manager, assistant coach to Veselin Jelusic, Steve Komphela and co-coach with Seema. He’ll be assisted by Abram “Wire” Nteo. “Having assisted Jelusic and Steve, all those were signs that sooner or later I’d be a coach,” Maduka said. “I’ve learnt a lot from Steve and Veselin. I also learned when I was given an opportunity to work as a co-coach with Seema, after Steve left in December 2018. “You could tell that the chairman (Max Tshabalala) had a…

• ANDRE SCHÜRRLE, who is a World Cup winner with Germany, has announced his retirement from football at the age of 29. This after terminating his contract with Borussia Dortmund. The former member of Mainz “boy-band” under current PSG coach Thomas Tuchel, Schürrle’s impressive soccer career spanned 27 Bundesliga appearances and a further 68 in England’s Premier League for Chelsea and Fulham. Meanwhile, he collected 57 caps and scored 22 goals for Germany, with the 2014 Fifa World Cup triumph in which he provided help for Mario Gotze’s final winner – the defining moment. • ITALIAN giants Juventus have reportedly contacted the entourage of Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette as they look to find a replacement for Gonzalo Higuain this summer. The 29-year-old has been a key figure for the Gunners…

THE International Olympic Committee (IOC) intervened in the SA Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (Sascoc) controversial elections by appointing veteran sports administrator Dr Sam Ramsamy as facilitator. The 82-year-old Durban-born administrator, who is a board member of the IOC, accepted the role. He is expected to start his role of being a facilitator and usher in a new board in a free and fair election process soon. But the aging official is being accused of favouritism even before he starts with his assignment of uniting the SA Olympic sports movement. Sources close to the situation say Ramsamy is being accused of endorsing Swimming SA president Alan Fritz as his preferred candidate. Ramsamy is the honorary president of Swimming SA and regularly meets and holds swimming meetings with Fritz. Sascoc presidential…

A TRAINED commercial pilot and consultant at SAA, Phuthego Mojapele, is at loggerheads with his former business partner and former SABC news producer, Samuel Nakedi. At the centre of the dispute is a deal allegedly worth over R300 million from Bakgatla Ba Kgafela. The dispute played itself out in the South Gauteng High Court, in Jozi, after Nakedi demanded Mojapele pay him half of what they made to establish a TV academy awarded to their company by the North West-based traditional authority. The case has now laid bare numerous payments made to Nakedi, an employee of Bakgatla Ba Kgafela’s investment arm, BBKSIC amounting to R1,5m in cash transfers by the service provider. According to court documents, Nakedi had accused Mojapele of sidelining him and that he kept millions of rands…

THE chickens seem to have come home to roost for Ukhozi FM presenter, Zimiphi “Zimdollar” Biyela. The Sigiya Ngengoma presenter has been nominated in the Sebenza Women Awards in the Women in Media category. In this category she’s nominated together with Nomfundo Mkhize, DJ Happy Gal, Jacinta Ngobese and DJ Sthelo. Zimdollar is already canvasing for votes from Ukhozi FM listeners and the public at large. In her Facebook post she wrote: Please, vote for me, you can vote as much as possible. But Ukhozi FM listeners are having none of it. In a trail of Facebook messages they reminded her how she insulted them when they questioned SABC about their money. As a consequence, they made it clear they would rather vote for her opponent than vote for her.…

SASSY TV host Minnie Dlamini’s jewellery-maker Jenna Clifford is at loggerheads with ex-hubby and business partner, Dex Kotze. This after his alleged inability to repay more than R1 million in advanced loans. The battle stage was set in the South Gauteng High Court, Jozi, this week after Jenna filed papers through the company, Jenna Clifford Design (PTY). The documents revealed Dex was given an advance payment by the company in 2002. Read the papers, in part: “The defendant (Dex) and Ms Jenna Jayne Dawn Clifford were directors of the plaintiff on 28 January 1994. During or about 2002 and in Sandton the plaintiff’s board resolved to, from time-to-time, advance money to directors.” The top-notch designer is famous for sponsoring the Home Ground host with a wedding ring valued at more…

REPORTS that some people held a wedding in KZN, smack in the middle of the lockdown and videos of people having parties in different parts of the country, are incredible, to say the least. There are videos circulating on social media of a funeral that apparently happened on Friday in Soshanguve, Tshwane. In the video, it is evident that way more than 50 people were in attendance. In fact, the numbers could be several hundreds of mourners who were there. It is behaviour like this that will make it difficult to flatten the curve on coronavirus infections. When president Cyril Ramaphosa announced on Sunday night that booze sales would be suspended again, many criticised his decision. What they forgot to say in their criticism was how irresponsible drinkers behaved during…

Cancer (21 Jun – 22 Jul) Money: The possibility of an increase in earnings is real. Self:  You’ve done your fair share over a period of time, now it’s time to reap some rewards. Mind: Besides the recognition you receive from others, you should also give yourself a worthy pat on the back. Leo (23 Jul – 23 Aug) Self: The truth that you don’t want to hear is that if you want more from life you’re going to have to work harder. Mind: Your ego is not going to achieve what it craves unless you’re willing to commit to a routine of dedication. Love: Something from the past is not making sense. The full story has to be uncovered. Virgo (23 Aug – 23 Sep) Life: One person’s ‘rubbish’…

HIGHLANDS PARK midfielder Mothobi Mvala says Mzansi footballers should not delay the opportunity to move to other clubs when the chance to do so presents itself. Mvala, who is a talisman for coach Owen Da Gama’s charges, urged fellow players to grab the opportunity to move overseas while they are still on top of their game. The talented footballer believes the fear of leaving the comfort zone in the Premier Soccer League is one of the biggest reasons some talented players are still playing their football in the domestic league. Mvala also regrets not pushing for a move when he was on top of his game last season. Said Mvala: “I think it’d be a wise thing to try and force a move overseas or for a bigger challenge while…

MZANSI’S long-distance running sensation Lungile Gongqa is feeling the impact of coronavirus. Gongqa (42) from Ngcobo, in the Eastern Cape, said he relies on his 92-year-old dad’s old-age pension grant to support his wife and child. The frustrated Gongqa is stuck in his village without a job. Gongqa had achieved his goals of qualifying for the Two Oceans and Comrades Marathon this year. But Mzansi has been on national lockdown since March and, as a result, Athletics SA (ASA) decided to cancel the 2020 season. Gongqa’s biggest achievement last year was finishing second at the International Association of Ultrarunners World Championships in Romania. “I’m unemployed and rely on running to earn a living,” said a heartbroken Gongqa. He said he was unable to submit his documents for his share in…