Innholdsfortegnelse for 29-Dec-16 i Drum English

THIS HAS been a trying year for some of us, but we pushed through. On the national front, the economy didn’t fare well. And, while a few sectors managed to be profitable, others battled and many businesses faced closure with many jobs being lost. As a nation, we witnessed a year of protests and calls for things or people “to fall”: #ZumaMustFall, #FeesMustFall, #DataMustFall, etc. No matter how many times we hoped Zuma would be removed from office, he stayed put as the President. Like a cat with nine lives, our president – who always has allegations of corruption swirling around him and who doesn’t think twice before making unwise decisions – is still stuck with us and we with him. On a personal level, some of us experienced financial…

DERRICK DEEH WILLIAMS My New Year’s resolution is to conquer everything I’ve wished for, like my dream of becoming a well-known actor in Durban. With the little bit of experience I have, I will not give up on my dream as long as I live. I will keep on chasing my dream. TUMI MOTLOKOA I took a voluntary severance package for 2017 to further my studies. My parents died while I was doing matric and as a firstborn, I was forced to quit school to look for a job to support my siblings. Now I have a chance with the Lord’s grace to further myself next year. Thank you God for giving me a second chance! APHIWE YANDISILE NDAWANA Next year I want to get my driver’s licence. ELLIOT LOYZA…

IT STARTED off as a routine patrol, but then the two policemen came across a gang of five men trying to break into an ATM with a crowbar. They couldn’t have imagined the horror that would follow. When the thieves saw Constable Thabo Mooi and his partner in an unmarked police car patrolling a shopping centre in Tembisa on the East Rand in 2012, they opened fire. Fifteen shots ripped through the night air and Thabo, who was sitting in the back seat of the vehicle, was hit twice in the leg. His partner, who was in the driver’s seat, was also hit in the thigh. There were more men hiding in the shadows, perhaps as backup for the would-be robbers, and they opened fire, too. “I fired back and…

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NAME OF BUSINESS: Jaque’s Hair REGISTERED: 2016 SECTOR: Hair industry STAFF: One permanent and one freelancer EVERY woman knows just how hard it is to find a hairdresser who knows exactly how to do her hair, and that it’s even harder to hold onto them. This self-employed hairstylist understands how important a woman’s hair is to her, and that’s why Jacob Setai’s clients return time after time. Some of his clients have been following him for years as he moved from salon to salon. Now he finally has his own business, Jaque’s Hair Salon, in Windsor Glen, Randburg. A perfectionist by nature, it’s in Jacob’s character to work on a customer’s hair until they’re both satisfied with the result. “I’ve always loved working on people’s hair and when I finished…

CAPRICORN 21 DEC – 20 JAN The dawning of a new calendar year is a good time for contemplating fresh starts and new beginnings, which could also include an altered attitude to life. If you have the Capricorn tendency to see the cup half-empty, looking to the bright side of life is a suggested New Year’s resolution. Since it’s also an apt week to pay attention to your physical wellbeing, a regular exercise regime might be another priority on your list. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 9, 24, 34, 29, 43, 1 AQUARIUS 21 Jan – 18 Feb Value-loving Venus moves into your financial horoscope. You’re in a favourable position to attract moneymaking opportunities and balance your cash flow. However, there’s the danger of wasteful spending on must-have items, whether it’s a…

LOWER THE BAR Themba is out for a drink with his wife and says, “I love you.” “Is that you or the beer talking?” she asks him. “It’s me,” he says. “I’m talking to the beer!” CHUCK NORRIS Chuck Norris once saw a video that takes 24 hours to watch – he watched it three times a day. Chuck Norris owns the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Chuck Norris and time had a race. The result: time is still running. When a Jedi dies they become part of the Force; when the Force dies it becomes part of Chuck Norris. Chuck Norris made The Joker lose his permanent smile. Chuck Norris can speak braille. Chuck Norris beat the sun in a staring contest. SOB STORY Tebza…

‘She came despite the scary news of my banning order’ NEARLY two years before my release, I took out a subscription to DRUM magazine. The covergirl of the first issue of DRUM that I received was a young woman from my hometown, Atteridgeville. The write-up explained that she was a student nurse at Baragwanath Hospital. Besides her stunning looks, she was in the media because of a drama piece she’d written and produced called The Pride of the Family. The piece lauded the life of a young student nurse who avoided the indiscretions of youth in favour of her training and future career as a health caregiver. I wrote three carefully worded letters to the covergirl, Kabonina, and sent them off – a bit like hurling a stone into a…

WHAT a sporting year it’s been: Wayde’s Olympic glory, Sundowns’ sensational run and the Springboks’ season from hell. Here are the sports stars who had us talking in 2016: HOME-GROWN HEROES WONDER-BOY WAYDE Wayde van Niekerk’s heroics at the Rio Olympics put South African athletics firmly on the world map. He didn’t just win a gold medal, he set a new world record in the 400 m race. The Cape Town-born sprint sensation, who discovered his calling while at Free State University, became an instant sensation after he burnt up the track in 43.03 seconds, shaving .15 seconds off the previous 17-year record set by Michael Johnson. What made his run even more remarkable is that he ran in the less favourable lane eight, which meant he couldn’t see any…

PERIOD drama The Birth of a Nation depicts the true story of the slave rebellion led by Nat Turner (played by Nate Parker) – one of the most influential acts of armed resistance in American history. On the night of 21 August 1831, the uprising claimed the lives of between 45 and 65 whites, and later more than 200 slaves were killed as the Virginia militia carried out ruthless reprisals. Gabrielle Union portrays Esther, one of the slaves brutalised by the plantation owners, which is one of countless acts that galvanised the slaves into rebellion. Her role is small but powerful: her character is raped by a drunken plantation owner and she’s forced to keep quiet about the ordeal. The star of drama series Being Mary Jane is a rape…

‘Should you see the person again he or she might feel used’ THERE’S a reason it’s called the “silly season”: it’s a time when people do things they wouldn’t normally do. There are many parties and social events to attend, especially on New Year’s Eve. Party-goers want to have fun and as the alcohol flows, their inhibitions are lowered. This can easily lead to casual sexual encounters, aka one-night stands, and perhaps regret the next day. Joburg-based counselling social worker Jennifer Papers from the Family Life Centre, and relationship expert Molefi Lebone, explain the pros and cons of this type of sexual arrangement. PROS AND CONS With little or no emotional involvement between two people, one-night stands prevent any awkwardness or a need to impress the person you potentially won’t…

1 Coiling Dragon Cliff skywalk, Zhangjiajie, China It’s a good idea not to eat breakfast before you tackle this footbridge, which runs nearly 1,5 km above sea level along a sheer cliff face on Tianmen Mountain in China’s Hunan province. Not only is it just 1,5 m wide with seemingly inadequate safety railings, the glass floor is a constant reminder that there’s nothing between you and the gaping abyss below. Authorities are apparently struggling to hire enough cleaners who are bold enough to polish the glass bottom and tourists are requested to wear shoe mitts to reduce the amount of dirt on the walkway. If you’re considering trying the Dragon, it might be wise to search the internet for visitors’ photos and videos to see what you’re in for. There’s…

CROCHET BRAIDS This type of hair installation is gentle on the hair and scalp. Use rough-textured hair extensions as silky ones may slip off. Take a small piece of hair for each crochet to make the hair less bulky and more natural-looking. 2016 This style has been used to create afros that look like your own hair. The extensions blend effortlessly with natural hair and also work well as a cover up for the entire head. Crochet needles are also used to attach twist braids that are ready to use. 2017 Next year synthetic afros will get bigger. Most women desire length, and for a long time the only way they’ve been able to achieve it is with weaves and braids. With the crochet method, you can embrace your natural…

‘She seems to be in a casual relationship with you, while you are very serious about her’ Q THINGS THAT DISTURB ME I’m a teenage girl and found out my dad was cheating on my mom when I was in Grade 5. I found out a lot of things I wasn’t supposed to about my family when I was young. Now I can’t concentrate in class and I’m not doing well at school. I get angry quickly and my mood changes. My friend says I should cut down on my social life and relationships. I’ve tried talking to my grandmother because I tell her everything, but my heart has not been set free. I don’t know what to do. GIFT, E-MAIL A As young children, we always want to believe…

‘Ballet pumps are my pet hate – they have no purpose except coverage’ THEY’RE a fashion statement, a way to spoil yourself and they can make you feel like a million bucks. But the most important thing about shoes is how they make your feet feel. The key to healthier, happier feet is shoes that fit correctly – and yes, you’ve guessed it, that pair of killer heels isn’t doing your feet any favours. “Our feet are among the most important parts of our bodies, and generally the ones we care least about,” says podiatrist Calvin Sinnett, who’s also Chairman of the Podiatry Association of South Africa’s northern branch. “Our feet are also situated furthest from our heart and brain, so the nerve and blood supply to the feet is…

FASTING is a spiritual and physical cleansing of the body. But some have lost the point of this practice. This week, we look at the healing powers and strengths of fasting for the benefit of the Almighty. 1 THE LOST DISCIPLINE OF FASTING Regular fasting is a prerequisite practice for victorious living. This age-old practice has never gone out of fashion, and will never. In Matthew 6:16, Jesus told his disciples: “When you fast, do not look sombre as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full.” Note that Jesus did not say if you fast, rather, when you fast. 2 FASTING OFFERS “PROMOTION” Fasting is an act of humility before God. When…

SIBUSISO VILAKAZI 29 DECEMBER TIGER WOODS 30 DECEMBER DJ ZINHLE 30 DECEMBER SIR ALEX FERGUSON 31 DECEMBER MORRIS CHESTNUT 1 JANUARY TAYE DIGGS 2 JANUARY CAPRICORN AT HOME Makes for a strict and discipline-focused parent. Capricorn is the cautious member of the family. The Capricorn child needs to be encouraged to have fun. Capricorn’s house is upmarket, but not flashy. The Capricorn parent likes their child to achieve. Is the one in the family who tends to see the cup half-empty. The Capricorn child is serious and responsible.…

On a 21 x 21 cm sheet of white paper, draw Baymax’s eyes and the Big Hero 6 logo (or a red circle), positioning them as shown. 1 Put your paper face down, fold it in half to make a rectangle, then reopen it. Fold the square in half to make a triangle. Fold that triangle in half, then reopen it back to the original square. 2 Fold the top edge down. While doing that, press in the sides to form a triangle. 3 Make sure the eyes and logo are on the inside folds of the triangle. Put the triangle down with a blank side facing you. 4 Fold up the two outside points of the top layer so they meet in the middle. They’ll form a square. 5…

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THULI MADONSELA The legacy she leaves behind as South Africa’s Public Protector is so immense that even the Secretary General of the party she so often took to task lauded her for saving the ANC from itself. “You did [save] it and we never acknowledged that. You leave the ANC wiser as you go,” Gwede Mantashe said as the esteemed advocate’s seven-year tenure ended in October. Thuli was vindicated this year when the Constitutional Court ruled that remedial action ordered by her office are binding – and President Jacob Zuma had no choice but to pay back the money (for non-security Nkandla upgrades). She ended her term with a bang when she finalised her “State of Capture” report within days of vacating her office. Zuma tried to get an interdict…

THE ANNOUNCEMENT of former president Thabo Mbeki’s appointment as the vice chancellor of Unisa is a feather in the university’s cap, and gives him the opportunity to create a meaningful legacy. He was often ridiculed as a proponent of the African Renaissance and dismissed as an “intellectual” by the masses who supported his successor for being a “man of the people”. But with our education system in crisis, popularity counts for nothing. We need leaders who will have cool heads to assess the damage and chart a new way forward by taking action that will make a difference in the lives of students. While no one can dismiss his denial about HIV, because many lost their lives, he has a chance to be remembered for something more meaningful to the…

‘The fact that she resigned via e-mail says something’ SHE’S SA’s queen of social media, but lately it seems that TV personality and actress Minnie Dlamini isn’t in everyone’s good books. It came as no surprise to her male fans when she became the first local celeb to reach 1 million followers on Instagram, were she gets them hot under the collar every time she posts a picture, flaunting her curves and flashing her big brown eyes. But although she knows how to seduce the camera, rumours have it that her recent antics have been anything but charming. AFTER Minnie’s four years on SABC1’s SoccerZone, many were shocked when she abruptly submitted her resignation by e-mail. She put out a statement saying it was time for her to move on…

TSHIFHIWA JOE I don’t think it’s dangerous as long as you make sure you are safe. It’s a nice way of getting sexual satisfaction without involving feelings or complicating your life. ISH CLETO PHETOGO You could become pregnant or infected with sexually transmitted diseases. On top of that, some people get attached too easily. MOLOGADI RACHIDI The worst part is that you ask yourself afterwards if it was worth all the trouble. So, find a hobby that won’t kill you. DANNY MOREO It can come back to haunt you – either an unwanted pregnancy or a dreaded sexual disease. LEAH LINKI Sometimes you just want to have fun but the other person falls in love and doesn’t want to let go. You can indulge, but be aware of the risks.…

FROM NASTY break-ups to swift slaps, snubs and social media spats, it’s safe to say 2016 has been an eventful year in the local entertainment industry. These are some of the scandals, sorrows, skinner and surprises that made headlines this year. After a very public break-up and humiliation at the hands of her baby daddy AKA, DJ Zinhle found love again in the arms of businessman Brendon Naidoo. She affectionately refers to him as “Mr Bond”. Sadly, we lost too many inspiring stars in 2016, including kwaito legend and Nkalakatha hitmaker Mandoza (38), rally driving champion Gugu Zulu (38) and gospel star Sfiso Ncwane (37). Mandoza (ABOVE RIGHT) died in September from cancer. Gugu (ABOVE LEFT) passed away in July while attempting to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of Nelson…

SPECIAL THUMBPRINT COOKIES For these biscuits, make an indent with your thumb in each ball of dough then fill it with jam. PREPARATION: 15 MIN COOKING: 10 MIN MAKES 22 450 ml (1¾ cups) flour 2,5 ml (½ tsp) baking powder pinch of salt 200 g butter, softened 160 ml (⅔ cup) sugar 1 egg 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla essence strawberry jam Preheat the oven to 180 ºC. Line two baking sheets with baking paper or silicone mats. 1 Mix the flour, baking powder and salt together in a bowl. 2 In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until creamy. Beat in the egg and vanilla essence until just combined. 3 Slowly beat in the dry ingredients in two batches, mixing until just combined. 4 Roll the dough…

‘Knowing how you were exposed to HIV helps a practitioner to advise you on the best treatment option’ Q CONSTANT ITCHING I have been suffering from a very itchy skin, mainly at night. It’s very painful. I’ve used aqueous cream, antihistamines and syrup, but every evening the same thing happens. What could be the problem? Please help. ANONYMOUS, E-MAIL A Nocturnal urticaria, or hives, could be the result of unknown causes, even though it’s associated with allergies and autoimmune diseases (when your body fights against itself). Nothing can be explicitly ruled out, as you might not have been exposed to the present cause which laboratory or skin tests may or may not be able to detect. Start by eliminating foods such as eggs, peanuts, nuts and shellfish. Things in your…

RHYTHM CITY The Born Frees replace Rene. Niki aligns herself with David. Bongi adopts a radical course of action to bring Zinzi into line. Fats (MPHO MOLEPO) believes Social Services should be called to help the orphans. Sabelo comes through for Dumi. David suspects Flavia of double-crossing him. Lerato tricks Bongi into drinking and shaming herself. Kop and Sis Bee agree that the offer from the Ngcobos is good. ISIDINGO Skhu (SISA HEWANA) is confused about his future in. Obakeng tempts Calvin. Nkadimeng wants Aphiwe to know the truth before it’s too late. Barker and Tyson kick off their plot to fold SG. Kamo’s pregnancy comes to light. Under pressure from Papa G, Gabriel blackmails Sechaba. Calvin confronts Lincoln about Katlego. The Zamdelas are suspicious about Barker. Calvin gives Angie…

BALEKA didn’t like leaving her kids at home alone and today, for some reason, she was more nervous about it than usual. “Penny, you remember what I told you, stay in the compound,” she said to her five-year-old daughter, the oldest. “Ee mma,” the little girl said while pulling a dress over the head of the orange-haired plastic doll she held. “Nkuku will be here just now. If it gets dark before I get back, go to Tebogo’s, she’ll be home from school by then.” “Ee mma.” Baleka looked at Moarabi lining his herd of mud cattle up in a row behind the stick wall of his tiny kraal. She didn’t want to go but she couldn’t wait for her mother any longer. Her prize-winning goat had not returned with…

NEW BEATS She might not have won Idols SA last year, but Amanda’s proof that you can turn lemons into lemonade. Not only has she dropped a hot single, Amazulu (heavens), she’s also released her 14-track Afro-pop debut album of the same title. “I draw a lot from past experiences, going through the motions of wanting to be an artist, the noes I got, and the struggling I endured to get here,” she says of the album. IDOLS SA The Port Elizabeth-born singer made it to the Top 7 in last year’s Idols SA contest, but wasn’t bummed because she’d always planned to use the platform to score gigs. In fact, when she moved to hip-hop label Ambitiouz Entertainment in June, producer Sjava did the album to coincide with this…

HE STARTED small in 2014, selling books and electronics to students online. Next he kicked off deliveries, pledging to get the goods to the customer within an hour of placing an order. Today, Donald Valoyi employs 16 full-time staff and 54 independent contractors. His company, Zulzi, has developed a mobile application with which people can order anything, from groceries and takeaways to medication and liquor. The 31-year-old entrepreneur based in Fourways, in the north of Johannesburg, admits that it wasn’t easy in the beginning. One of the hardest things was to convince people to buy online, a platform that many still distrust. But Donald’s passion for business inspired him to work harder. “When I saw that the books and electronics were selling well online and my clients were happy with…

RAPPER DA L.E.S and Family Tree singer and producer GEMINI MAJOR’S song Lifestyle is one of the most popular tracks on the local music circuit right now – so when DRUM got an invitation to the video shoot, we happily obliged. After almost 10 years in the industry, Da L.E.S knows what works but Lifestyle came from the heart, not the head: he tells us that the track came about during a studio session, in a spontaneous burst. “We did Lifestyle so organically. We didn’t sit down and plan on doing a song,” he says. He and Gemini vibe well, he continues, which is why it was easy to work on the song and why it has resonated with people. “The song is one of the top 10 most-played songs…

THIS YEAR’S Mbokodo Women in the Arts Awards was another huge success. The annual event recognises women who have shown leadership, fostered growth and made efforts to strengthen the arts in South Africa, according to the Department of Arts and Culture’s website. The theme for the fifth instalment was celebrating all that is great within our 22-year-old democracy. As expected, Government members were in attendance, including Minister of Women in the Presidency SUSAN SHABANGU; Minister of Arts and Culture NATHI MTHETHWA, who was the guest of honour; and UDM leader Bantu Holomisa. Held at the Inanda Polo Club in Sandton, the ceremony also attracted the likes of TV titan BASETSANA KUMALO and businesswoman JOHANNA MUKOKI. Nomagugu Makhathini won the Jazz award and Esther Mahlangu was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement…

HITS THE DRESS ENHLE MBALI MLOTSHWA, Mrs Black Coffee, showed just how evergreen her fashion sense is with a stunning mini body-con dress for the 2016 BET awards. The heavy embellishment added amazing dimension and texture to a simple black dress, elevating Enhle to red carpet royalty. BELLE OF THE BALLE DINEO MOEKETSI was the belle of the ball in a beautiful Quiteria and George ensemble at the You Spectacular Awards. The design duo hit all the right notes with this purple number. As risky as it always is to show both leg and cleavage at the same time, the elongated sleeves and the train made this look a winner. THE PRINCE Crown prince of radio and a self-confessed know-it-all SIZWE DHLOMO had us eating out of his hand with…