Innholdsfortegnelse for November 3, 2016 i Drum English

IN THIS ISSUE, we get to interview Uzalo star Kay Sibiya. The guy has shown us that it pays to be persistent. The fact that doors are closing on you, doesn’t mean they will stay shut: keep knocking until they swing open. Kay came to Gauteng with only R50 in his pocket, but today he’s on SABC1 every week day and fans follow him wherever he goes. See our story on page 16. You can also read the inspiring story of Wandisile Nqeketho and Siyabulelo Daweti on page 78. They’ve opened a museum in Khayelitsha to help save youngsters from wasting their lives in gangs and ending up in prison. We hope their story will encourage other young people to start community initiatives too. In this issue, we also bid…

TSHOANE GLAMBERT MAKOKO YES ’Cause should Trump win, it’s going to be one heck of a ride for other countries. For instance, studying or residing in the USA won’t be as simple as it is now. Even though he might evict the African-Americans, I can’t complain because the more the merrier. LETSO SERO YES Clinton has to win so the markets can continue being stable. MUSA LINDA NO I don’t care who wins the American election. Even if Trump wins and turns America upside down, I really don’t care – I’m a South African. BONGANI MZILIKAZI KHUMALO NO They can both be president. Who is the president does not matter, even Jacob (Zuma) can be president. What matters to me is the orders that they will be giving. They both…

2009 20 Jan Barack Obama is inaugurated 22 Jan He signs the order to close Guantanamo Bay detention camp within a year. (Although still open today, only 61 of the 775 prisoners remain.) 17 Feb He announces an additional 17 000 troops will be deployed to Afghanistan. 27 Feb He promises an end to the Iraq war. “By August 31, 2010, our combat mission in Iraq will end,” he says. 2010 23 March The Affordable Care Act, aka ObamaCare, is introduced, extending health-insurance coverage to millions of Americans. The Republican Party tries to repeal the law more than 60 times over the years. 20 April The Deepwater Horizon oil rig explodes in the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in the worst oil spill in US history. Some call it Obama’s “Hurricane…

‘The most important thing is not living up to expectations’ HE ARRIVED in Joburg with just R50 to his name and no place to stay, but determined to pursue his passion for acting. So desperate was he to crack a role in television that he squatted with family and friends while hustling for work in the notoriously tough industry. That was back in 2012, but his perseverance finally paid off when he landed a part in SABC1’s hit telenovela, Uzalo. “I had to squat all over the place and I moved nine times in under a year,” reveals Khumbulani “Kay” Sibiya. We catch up with the 28­year­old Tongaat­born heartthrob at our Auckland Park office in Joburg to chat about his soaring career, the struggles he faced before success and the…

IN OUR 6 August 2015 edition, we published a story titled “Busted with secret lover?”. The story contained allegations from a source that married businessman Aubrey Mabunda was involved in an extramarital affair with actress Palesa Mocuminyane. In our story, both Mabunda and Palesa denied the allegations that they had been dating, with Mabunda saying he’s happily married to Kuhlula, the mother of his child. He admitted knowing Palesa but denied allegations of a relationship. “I know her, but we just chilled once,” he said and later added that, “I don’t want to mention names, but Palesa and her friend submitted a business proposal to me, and that’s all”. Meanwhile, Palesa said: “I don’t even know who you’re talking about”. The article was accompanied by pictures sent by our source,…

‘Communication is vital for a relationship to work’ HE’S OVER ME Q I’m a 32-year-old woman and my man is 35. He just stopped contacting me a while ago without any explanation, but I’m still madly in love with him. Recently, I found out via Facebook that he’s in a relationship with someone else. Soon it will be our anniversary, so should I call him and tell him I’m still in love with him or should I just let it be and forget about him? LERATO, E-MAIL A He’s the one who stopped contacting you without any explanation. If you contact him, would that not make you seem desperate? Holding on to something that is no longer yours will do you no good but hurt you instead. Just stop torturing…

THERE are harrowing stories from all over sub-Saharan Africa about the abuse of people with albinism. This can range from discrimination and bullying to physical attacks, all based on nothing but myths and superstitions. Yet, albinism is a manageable condition and children with the condition should be treated as normal, says Nomasonto Mazibuko, founder and executive Director of The Albinism Society of SA. “People with albinism have little or no ability to produce the pigment that brings about the colour of their skin, hair and eyes,” says Nomasonto. “This is a genetic condition that’s passed on from parents to children, and is not because of any punishment from the gods or ancestors or a curse.” Nomasonto established the organisation in 1992 after experiencing discrimination herself while teaching in Soweto. “At…

MUVHANGO Another person becomes a hostage in the Mojalefa house. The battle lines are drawn between KK and Matshidiso. Mulalo (SYDNEY RAMAKUELA) fears the death of a loved one. Bobo turns on Khomotjo. KK kicks Matshidiso out. Ndalamo reacts to the abuse allegations. A man lies in a coma in hospital. Thandaza and Serithi’s friendship might be tainted for good. KK’s leaves MMC in handcuffs. RHYTHM CITY Lerato tries to blackmail Doc. Bongi finds out about the affair. Sifiso tries to get Rene to sing on his recording. Suffocate witnesses Toolkit and Puleng talking about Themba. Bash (SIPHIWE MTSHALI) encourages Rene to pursue her dream. Lerato finds Doc at his house. A fight breaks out between them and Bongi rushes to help – with disastrous consequences. GENERATIONS: THE LEGACY Lucy…

1. WHAT ARE YOU REFERRING TO WHEN YOU TALK ABOUT “DISKI”? A. Alcohol B. Music C. Soccer D. Dancing 2. WHICH KITCHEN APPLIANCE IS USED TO MAKE THE MORNING BREW? A. Iron B. Kettle C. Fridge D. Cupboard 3. WHAT DOES THE “L” STAND FOR IN SMAUEL L. JACKSON’S NAME ? A. Luke B. Lion C. Leroy D. Lucky 4. THE DRUGS USED TO TREAT HIV/ AIDS ARE . . .? A. Antibiotics B. Antidepressants C. Anti-inflammatory D. Antiretrovirals 5. WHICH OF THESE ISN’T A LOCAL RADIO STATION? A. 2KY B. Yfm C. Metro D. Radio 2000 6. AN ACORN IS A SEED THAT COMES FROM WHICH TREE? A. Yellowwood B. Milkwood C. Oak D. Willow 7. WHICH ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE MANAGER’S NICKNAME IS “PEP”? A. Gavin Hunt B. Josep…

DOCTOR DRIBBLE Doctors at a hospital in Joburg go on a strike. Hospital officials say they’ll find out what the doctors’ demands are as soon as they can get a pharmacist to read the picket signs! LAUGH OUT LOUD On the first day of school, a Grade One learner hands his teacher a note from his mother. The note reads: “The opinions expressed by this child are not necessarily those of his parents.” A little boy gets lost at the gym and finds himself in the women’s changing room. When the ladies spot him, they shriek, grab their towels and run for cover. The little boy watches in amazement and then asks: “What’s the matter, haven’t you ever seen a little boy before?” Junk is something you’ve kept for years…

‘If you love what you’re doing, you’ll keep pushing at it’ SHE’S ONE of South Africa’s leading female cyclists but even with her years of experience, she can’t contain her nerves and anxiety before every race. Zanele Tshoko explains that there are many questions that go through her mind before a race begins: How fast should she begin? How to deal with the obstacles she might encounter along the way? And, every cyclist’s worst nightmare: punctures. “Getting a puncture in a race can be disheartening especially if you started well and you are ahead in a race,” she says. Zanele recently returned from Switzerland after becoming the first black woman from South Africa to be invited to the African Women’s Cycling Team Training Camp organised by the international cycling union,…

MEDIA personality PEARL MODIADIE recently made an “unholy” blunder: She incorrectly quoted a Bible verse. The star posted a selfie on social media with the caption: “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. – Proverbs 2:23.” But some eagle-eyed followers got hot under the collar when they realised she got the chapter and verse wrong! The verse in question is actually from Proverbs 4:23. After much ado, Pearl rectified the mistake, but not before Twitter trolls struck. One Twitter user said: “U rectified ur mistake too late Sisi, its already trending. Kante le wena how do you read your bible [sic]?” Pearl admitted to DRUM: “I made a typo, but it also encouraged something positive – people read their Bibles,” she giggled.…

GOOD LUCK, LEARNERS It’s that time again when scholars sit down for their year-end examinations. This is the time when what you’ve done throughout the year gets tested. This will prove how prepared you are. The future starts here. This is the first hurdle that you go through to open the next door. I wish all scholars and matrics every success in their exams. Let your hard work show. GODFREY MALIBE, ACORNHOEK DONATE BLOOD Just one month from now we’ll be in the festive season. Every year this poses a lot of challenges when there is a rise in road crashes and the injured victims need blood transfusions. I believe this year will not be different and I’d like to urge everyone to take time out to visit blood donor…

‘It’s an exciting opportunity to be back on the small screen’ IT’S BEEN two years since we saw her in a soapie, but now the gorgeous PowerBall presenter is making a dramatic comeback – much to the delight of her legions of fans. Katlego Danke, who played Dineo Mashaba in Generations for eight years, returned to television drama on Tuesday 1 November. This time she’s playing the role of Khothala Mokoena on Isidingo alongside Mzansi’s leading man, Shona Ferguson. Married to Tyson Mokoena (played by Shona), Khothala heads a successful business. But while setting up new deals in Horizon Deep, she cheats on her hubby. When it was announced recently that Katlego would be joining the SABC3 soapie, the 37-year-old actress was clearly delighted to be back – and in…

SHE SAYS ‘Barack is an incurable romantic’ They still have date nights and he regularly surprises her with flowers. A few days after winning the 2008 election, he took her to one of their favourite Italian restaurants in Chicago. In 2012, after Barack was elected for a second term, she said: “I can honestly say when it comes to his character and his convictions and his heart, Barack is the same man I fell in love with all those years ago.” HE SAYS ‘Michelle is my rock’ Before he stood for president they discussed it “and if Michelle had said no, I would have walked away”.…

IS THE reign of the infamous Indian-born family finally coming to an end? Tensions are high after Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan revealed that banks closed the Gupta family’s business accounts because of “unusual and suspicious transactions” amounting to about R7 billion. The controversial family’s ties to President Jacob Zuma and his family have drawn flak from opposition parties and civil society alike over the past few years. Now, with Zuma losing his grip on the levers of power, things are starting to unravel for the Guptas too, who appear to have the President in their pocket. But how did they amass so much wealth and political power over the course of the past 20 years or so? Gareth Newham, the head of the Governance, Crime and Justice Division at the…

WHO HASN’t looked at their skin and wished it were more radiant and even? We try all the new products that promise results, and when our skin slips back to its usual state in a week or so, it can be discouraging. Our skins are constantly influenced by both physical factors (like hormones, age and genes) and by environmental factors (like air pollution, climate and the intensity of the sun). Other things that play a role in the way our skin behaves include our diet, stress, smoking and drinking. If you’ve tried a number of products that didn’t work, perhaps you should change your lifestyle habits, or visit a dermatologist who will give you a professional opinion on what you can do to make your skin more radiant. In the…

‘Continue athlete’s foot treatment for at least two weeks after the rash appears’ SEX AFTER BIRTH Q I have a two-month-old baby, but I’m separated from her father and in a new relationship with another man. Will making love affect my baby’s health, and when is the right time for us to have sex? Please help. CONFUSED, SMS A There is no one right time to have sex after giving birth. It depends on both individuals involved, and not just the physical state of your body, but your state of mind as well. Your intimate relationship has no impact whatsoever on your baby as the baby is not part of the activity. However, if your relationship with your new man leads to negligence regarding the baby’s care, then that’s a…

HAVE you ever looked back on your past and asked yourself how you survived all the tough times? It’s all because God has preserved you for greater things. Know that you didn’t survive all the hardship only to get by in life. You are alive because God has a great plan for your life, a plan to give you a future and hope. In Psalm 124:2-3 the Bible tells us: “If the Lord had not been on our side when people attacked us, they would have swallowed us alive when their anger flared against us.” Don’t forget that Satan’s plan for your life is to kill, steal and destroy, but Jesus came so you could have an abundant life. GOD’S GREAT PLAN When you go through hardships, it’s difficult to…

SCORPIO 23 OCT – 21 NOV Towards the end of the week your planet, Mars, moves into your horoscope of home and family, bringing about a focus on domestic matters. This is a great time to pour energy into activities in and around the household. You may want to pay attention to any outstanding maintenance tasks, renovate your living quarters or simply spend some quality time at home with your friends and family. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 46, 29, 9, 42, 32, 10 SAGITTARIUS 22 Nov – 20 Dec It’s a week for introspection and reflection. This may go against the grain for an adventure-loving Sagittarius, yet it suits your philosophical nature. Either way, it’s a week to take time out for some soul-searching. Exploring your inner world may be an…

BACK TO HER ROOTS The 29-year-old is originally from Manzini, Swaziland, but is a Mozambican citizen. “My mom is from Mozambique, so this is where my roots lie. My father is British and met my mother in Swaziland while on business. She was an entertainer at the time and he brought us to South Africa with him shortly after my birth. My mother’s side of the family still resides in Mozambique and I visit them frequently,” she tells us. HOME SWEET HOME What’s her must-see Mozambican tourist destination? “Animal lovers need to visit nThambo Tree Camp in Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. Luxury tented tree houses perched in the centre of the park give guests a bird’s-eye view of roaming game. Elephants occasionally come for a sip from the outdoor pool…

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In the morning using a twist tie or rubber band to tie a plastic bag as tightly as possible around the branch of a leafy green tree, bush or shrub. This method is easy and doesn’t take much effort, but it’s very important to use a nonpoisonous plant. The plant transpires (gives off) water from its leaves, which the bag traps and collects. Wait until the evening so maximum condensation can take place, then remove the bag and pour the water into a container to drink.…

EVERY AWARDS show has its fashion hits, misses and “what-were-you-thinking?” fashion moments. These are the looks that got us talking at the recent MTV Africa Music Awards (Mamas) in Johannesburg. Actress, singer, television and radio personality KHANYI MBAU looked daring and different in her Antherline Couture Barbie-inspired look. She never fails to dress up in an outfit that will both attract stares and be topical. She paid careful attention to her hair and make-up, too, ensuring they complemented and completed her look. Another person who decided to go for an outfit with a difference was socialite and MTV Africa! presenter MOSHE NDIKI. His grey shorts suit certainly wasn’t your standard tux. Also taking a menswear risk were MAJOR LEAGUE DJZ, who rocked their Xhosa-inspired blanket look. It was the MTV…

THERE’S a lot to be admired about Cassper Nyovest, and his musical talent is just one of those things (Healthy, happy Cassper, 27 October). Kudos to him for taking responsibility for his health, losing 12 kg and eating more healthily. He has incredible ambition when it comes to his musical career and is to be admired for setting himself high targets, which include filling up prominent venues for his concerts. He is a great example of a local celebrity who uses his high profile to bolster his career. The numerous awards he’s won are well-deserved. He says he wants to be an inspiration to many people: One thing I’d like to see him do is speak out more to the men in the country and to be a “big brother”…

THE WORLD’S most famous political family is about to leave the building – and it’s safe to say a bit of magic will disappear when they do. In the eight years the Obamas have lived in the White House, we’ve watched the daughters grow from grinning little girls into poised young women. We’ve seen the First Lady become a symbol for women as well as a style icon with arms so enviable there are YouTube videos devoted to toning your triceps and banishing your batwings à la Michelle Obama. We’ve watched the first black president of the United States, Barack Obama, tackle the toughest job in the world and change from a youthful 47­year­old to a grey­haired 55­year­old – but with the same winning smile. As Americans prepare to go…

WHEN SHE lent her vocals to DJ Ganyani’s hit, Talk to Me, audiences pricked up their ears. Now, songbird Layla (real name Nthabiseng Moamohe) is releasing her debut album, Dear Andrew. A pastor’s daughter, the 27­year­old talks to us about her passion for music, singing in churches and her promise to God. When did you realise you had a great voice? When I was seven years old I used to sing in church at Christian Faith Ministries, where my father, Andrew, was a pastor. Did your family support your singing? Yes, they did. We grew up in Pinetown, Durban, and almost the whole family was musical, so when my parents found out I had a voice, they encouraged me to sing. How did it come about that you started singing…

SIMPLE HAM SALAD Parma ham is an Italian cured ham. It gives this salad its special taste. PREPARATION: 10 MIN COOKING: 10 MIN SERVES 4-6 4 eggs 15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oil 4 slices Parma ham 2 slices rye bread 160 ml (2/3 cup) double cream plain yoghurt 1 clove garlic 1 lemon, zest and juice 1 cucumber, sliced 4 little gem lettuces, leaves torn 1 Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add the eggs and boil for 10 minutes, then drain and run under cold water until cool. Peel the eggs and set aside. 2 Heat a large non-stick griddle pan to high. Rub 10 ml (2 tsp) oil over the ham, then grill for 4 minutes on each side. Put on a chopping board…

LOW BLOOD PRESSURE SIGNS: You’re light-headed, might have palpitations, nausea and blurred vision or feel faint. The symptoms usually worsen after standing up or eating. CAUSE: Low blood pressure can mean that at certain times – for example, when you get up too fast or after eating – there isn’t enough blood flowing to your brain and other organs. PREVENTION: Stand up slowly, especially first thing in the morning when you get out of bed. Drink enough water and eat small meals often. A handful of nuts is a good thing to snack on. TREATMENT: Low blood pressure is generally not treated unless you have symptoms that are seriously affecting your life. If so, see a doctor. It could be a problem with your adrenal glands in your kidneys (they…

QUALITIES Be able to work well with people, be analytical, be able to work well under pressure, have great communication skills and the ability to explain design ideas and plans clearly, be a decision­maker and have the ability to manage a project. QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED A degree in civil engineering from a reputable institution. The University of Johannesburg offers a three­year national diploma in civil engineering at around R35 000­R41 000 a year. A two­year Bachelor of Technology degree costs around R39 000 a year. A Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree costs between R34 000­R42 000 a year. CAREER PROSPECTS There are a number of technical specialties within civil engineering, including: structural engineering; geotechnical engineering (a form of engineering that involves the structure and behaviour of earth materials); environmental engineering; materials…

THANDIE NEWTON 6 NOVEMBER KENDALL JENNER 3 NOVEMBER DIDDY 4 NOVEMBER KRIS JENNER 5 NOVEMBER CASSIUS BALOYI 5 NOVEMBER DAVID GUETTA 7 NOVEMBER SCORPIO: LEISURE AND WELLBEING Regular detox is the key to Scorpio’s wellbeing.Whatever the leisure activity, Scorpio engages intensely.Leaves no stone unturned to get to the bottom of their ailments.Needs a healthy outlet for a passionate nature.Is private about health issues.Scorpio’s innate strength, physical as well as emotional, is a great asset.Obsession and paranoia make life difficult.…

MEDIA PERSONALITY BONANG MATHEBA 1 MY CELLPHONE I absolutely can’t leave home without it! 2 MY SAMSUNG CAMERA I actually prefer taking images with a digital camera rather than a cellphone. 3 SURPRISE FIND AN ASTHMA INHALER because I’m asthmatic. 4 LIPSTICK AND LIPGLOSS My Revlon favourites, of course! 5 SUNGLASSES They’re my favourite fashion accessory – sunglasses complete every look. 6 MY WALLET Everything I need to function is in there. SINGER LEANNE DLAMINI 1 MY PURSE goes everywhere I go! All my bank cards and my ID are in there. 2 MAC PRESSED POWDER because I hate being too shiny. 3 A CD with some of my backing tracks on it, even though I have them on my phone (technology can sometimes let you down!). 4 ZIPLOCK BAG…

MZANSI’S seasoned gospel star LUNDI TYAMARA will make his debut in China when he jets off to perform in the land of the red dragon in early November. “I’m so excited to be performing in China for the first time,” Lundi says. “I have travelled and performed overseas before but never in China, so I’m looking forward to this trip a lot. I will perform my own songs but I will mix them with English so they are able to understand them. “The fact that they called me tells me that they saw something in me and I’m very grateful for the opportunity. Here at home we are sometimes taken for granted as artists so it’s nice to get recognition from elsewhere.” Lundi is appearing at a music festival that…