Innholdsfortegnelse for 7/2/2020 i Drum English

TIME TO TAKE ACTION LET 2020 be the year when the fight against gender-based violence finally gets taken seriously by our government. Let it be the year when the same energy that was used to tackle Covid-19 is shown to fight the scourge killing our mothers, daughters, wives and sisters. Let it be the time when we get tangible answers to our question: when is enough going to be enough? Let now be a period when all the talk that started when Uyinene Mrwetyana died a brutal death last year be turned into action. Let us not face more months without a plan to make this country safe for women and children. Let 2020 finally be the time when we can breathe and feel safe. Until next week,THE DRUM TEAM…

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SHE was the life and soul of any gathering she attended – just as her mom once was. Everyone knew her as bright, bubbly and full of life and it’s hard to believe she’s gone, her uncle says. Tshegofatso Pule was brutally murdered and found in Roodepoort hanging from a tree with multiple stab wounds in her chest, days after she was reported missing. Her family are still reeling, especially after the arrest of Mzikayise Malephane who’s reportedly a childhood friend of Ntuthuko Shoba, the father of Tshego’s murdered baby. “She was very bubbly and outspoken at the same time,” says her uncle Tumisang Katake, who is also her family’s spokesperson. “You could feel her presence in the room every time she’d enter.” Tshego, as the family lovingly called her,…

KINGS dethroned, paternity tests, physical fights over the crown and a father-son relationship so fractured they can’t even be in the same room together. Leaders are taking sides, each more determined than the other that their king is the rightful heir to the throne… This is the real-life drama that’s become a daily battle within the AbaThembu nation in the Eastern Cape. On the one side, it’s King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo and on the other side of the fight, it’s his firstborn son, Prince Azenathi. The prize? A nation in limbo. The fight seems to have no end and the situation flared again recently when a group of about 100 royals resolved to remove King Dalindyebo from the throne, weeks after the king requested a paternity test because he believed Azenathi…

UNDER R50 UNDER R100 UNDER R200 UNDER R300 TIPS * Keep makeup brushes clean to make them last longer. * Avoid pumping air into a mascara tube because it will make the product expire quicker. * Keep your products away from direct sunlight because it spoils ingredients quicker. * A little usually goes a long way when it comes to makeup and fragrances. Use only as much as you need. * Buy multipurpose goods to avoid buying different products, for example a 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner. * Keep razors in a dry place. Humidity and mist cause them to rust and that will irritate the skin. * Be creative by finding ways of making products do more than one thing, for example you can use lipstick as a blusher. *…

* External factors are beyond your control but your perception and the way you react are not. “While it may not be pleasant at the time, opportunities often arise through stress,” says health and performance educator Richard Sutton. “But it is about shifting the situation from chronic [long-term] stress that is debilitating, to acute stress that is episodic and liberating. The mind is very powerful. Use it.” * Reach out to those around you. Sutton says interpersonal interaction facilitates the release of the hormone oxytocin, which provides a buffer against adverse stresses. It lowers the heart rate, counteracts cortisol and boosts fearlessness, a feeling of connectivity and positivity. “If you want to use stress to your advantage, it’s important to stay well rested and well resourced, as this is when…

DEALING WITH DEATH Q I need to change the title deed of the house my father left me into my name. How do I do this? I also have another problem – my grandmother, my father’s mother, won’t give me my dad’s ID, so I’m not sure what to do. CONFUSED, SMS A Before you can change the title deed of your father’s house to your name, you must report your father’s death at the master of the high court so an estate file can be opened. Once opened, you need to submit the relevant documents, including the original will. You allege your father left the house only to you, and this should have been recorded in a will. Regarding your father’s ID, you can take your grandmother to the…

BRAGGING RIGHTS Three old ladies are bragging about their sons. “Everyone should be so lucky to have a son like my Kagiso,” Margaret says. “Once a week he brings me a huge bouquet of flowers, he’s constantly taking me out to restaurants – if I so much as hint that I want something, the next morning it’s on my doorstep.” “That’s very nice about your Kagiso,” Thandie says. “But with all due respect, when I think about the way my Sam takes care of me, it just can’t compare. Every morning as soon as I wake up, he greets me with bacon and freshly brewed coffee. “Every lunch he comes over and cooks me a gourmet lunch, and every supper he brings me to his house for supper, he truly…

WORD SEARCH NO. 437 HOW TO DO IT Find a word, circle its letters and cross it off the list. Words might be forwards, backwards, up, down or diagonal but are in a straight line, never skipping letters. Some letters are used more than once. Tick the small box next to a word as you find it in the jumble. A diagonal line between words indicates they can be found separately in the grid. SOLUTION TO PICTURE PUZZLE NO.1289 PICTURE PUZZLE NO. 1289 KEYWORD Question: Get the name of a citrus. Answer: Lemon. WINNER The following reader has won R500: S Scheepers of Sedgefield. SUDOKU NO. 139 SOLUTION NO. 138 HOW TO PLAY The sudoku puzzle is a grid, divided into nine columns up and down, nine rows side to…

AS A boy he’d play touch rugby with his friends in the dusty streets of Missionvale in Port Elizabeth. Sometimes there wouldn’t even be a ball and they’d make do with an empty plastic cooldrink bottle. And when they did get their hands on a ball, it was often so smooth and slippery with age they’d battle to get a handle on it. But they kept right on playing, making do with what they had. “We had our own leagues,” 32-year-old veteran Blitzbok Cecil Afrika tells DRUM. “It would be the one street against the other. We had a weekly touchies game – there wasn’t much else to do where I grew up. Those games are what ignited my love for rugby.” And those days of honing his skills on…

THE dull ache of an empty belly is something he’ll never forget. He may earn a staggering R4,3 million a week but it wasn’t that long ago that Marcus Rashford would wake up not knowing if he and his brothers and sisters would eat that day. And it’s these memories that spurred the Manchester United and England star to do something few multi-millionaire footballers have ever done: use his star power to force the UK government to back down on a controversial decision. After intense pressure by Rashford (22), the powers that be will continue feeding 1,3 million needy children during the long UK summer school holiday. He also raised R430 million with the charity FareShare to supply three million meals to needy people across the UK. It all started…

‘I make sure every role I play is different. Otherwise as an artist, it’s going to be boring for me’ HE’S one of the most easily recognisable faces on SA television. Yet you’ll never find him throwing his weight around – he’ll go to an audition just like everyone else, thank you very much. Seputla Sebogodi may have had over 30 years in the industry and is a household name thanks to playing Generations’ Kenneth Mashaba, but he still has his feet firmly planted on the ground. He tells DRUM how he had to queue for the audition for Lithapo, just like everyone else. It’s in this new role in the SABC2 telenovela that he’s now flexing his creative muscles. “You treat every day as a new day,” the 57-year-old…

FASHIONABLY FABULOUS With the lockdown still ongoing, many of us spend our days in sweatpants, socks and hoodies – but these stars are dripping in designer threads! GUILTY PLEASURES The days are a lot nippier and if we’re honest, there’s not much that beats curling up on a couch and binge-watching your fave show while munching on snacks. We asked these celebs to share their guilty pleasures.…

A LOT of the health problems we experience are caused by our lack of exercise. When I say exercise, I do not only mean hitting the gym or buying expensive equipment. Simply taking a walk around your yard, playing ball or throwing a few punches in the air is all it takes – anything to break a sweat can help improve your health. Many people are unaware that physical activity, no matter how small, is vital. Physical activity can reduce stress and muscle tension and can help alleviate all sorts of ailments we encounter as we grow older. CONSTANCE SILINDA, EMAIL THE WINNING LETTER RECEIVES R300. Letters should be about 100 words. Write to us at PO Box 653284, Benmore 2010, email us at letters@drum.co.za or SMS short letters to…

For more than three decades, VBS was the financial institution of choice for the Venda people. It was also a source of pride: when the Venda homeland government established the black-owned financial institution in 1982, Limpopo residents were thrilled at the prospect of having a bank that represented them and understood the plight of the rural community. But in a flash, their life savings disappeared. Private clients – mostly pensioners – were not the only victims. Several ailing municipalities who invested millions into VBS were also left high and dry after the bank went bust two years ago. “These were criminals similar to bank robbers,” says Anoosh Rooplal, the bank’s liquidator. “The only difference was they carried suitcases and they wore fancy Armani suits.” In 2018, the SA Reserve Bank…

t – teaspoon/s T – tablespoon/s c – cup/s KOREAN STEAK BOWLS SERVES 4 PREPARATION: 20 MIN COOKING: 30 MIN ▸ 375ml (1½c) sushi rice▸ 250ml (1c) coconut milk▸ 250ml (1c) water▸ 30ml (2T) soy sauce▸ 10ml (2t) sesame oil▸ 2 garlic cloves, crushed▸ 400g steak▸ 100g shiitake OR brown mushrooms▸ 30ml (2T) vegetable oil▸ 1 bunch pak choi, halved OR 150g baby spinach▸ 150g mangetout, trimmed▸ 1 baby marrow, grated▸ 4 eggs▸ red pepper sauce (see tip) 1 Thoroughly rinse the rice through a sieve. 2 Put the rice in a sauce-pan with the coconut milk and water and simmer over medium heat. Cover and cook on low for 12 minutes until tunnels appear in the rice. Set aside for 10 minutes. 3 In a small bowl, mix the…

THERE’S something truly special about a rose so we’re taking inspiration from it for this floral DIY. Using a stencil and some paint, you can create an eye-catching focal wall. It takes a little effort but it will cheer you up every time you look at it. WHAT YOU’LL NEED * stencil design (see far right) * tape * Priplak (sheet of 0,5mm plastic – you can find it at plastic and craft shops) * craft knife * repositionable spray adhesive * acrylic PVA or chalk paint * small sponge roller and tray HERE’S HOW 1 Use the stencil on the opposite page or copy it if you want a bigger or smaller size. Use tape to secure the transparent Priplak to the design and cut it out carefully with…

EUPHORIA NOW ON SHOWMAX There’s sex and unsettling violence, but this series about troubled teens is touching and really captures the emotional intensity of adolescence. GROWN-ISH NOW ON SHOWMAX YARA SHAHIDI reprises her Black-ish role of Zoey Johnson in this spin-off which sees her character heading to university and navigating life as a young adult. THE SUN IS ALSO A STAR NOW ON SHOWMAX As Natasha (YARA SHAHIDI) and Daniel (CHARLES MELTON) fall for each other, they must figure out if the universe wants to keep them together or apart.…

TO STAND A CHANCE OF WINNING, CORRECTLY COMPLETE THE PICTURE PUZZLE AND UNSCRAMBLE THE LETTERS INTHE BLUE BLOCKS TO SPELL OUT THIS WEEK’S HIDDEN WORD. USE THE CLUE TO HELP YOU. SMS THE WORD DRUM FOLLOWED BY YOUR ANSWER, NAME AND TOWN OR CITY TO 36400 BEFORE 23 JULY 2020. *SMSES COST R1,50 EACH. THE COMPETITION IS OPEN TO SOUTH AFRICAN CELLPHONE NUMBERS ONLY. YOU MUST BE THE REGISTERED OWNER OF THE CELLPHONE OR HAVE THE OWNER’S PERMISSION TO USE IT. NO POSTAL ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. KEEP YOUR COMPLETED PUZZLE IN CASE YOU WIN. WINNERS WILL BE SELECTED BY RANDOM DRAW. THE EDITOR’S DECISION IS FINAL. THE COMPETITION IS CLOSED TO STAFF (AND THEIR IMMEDIATE FAMILIES) OF MEDIA24. STAND A CHANCE TO WIN R500! Unscramble the letters in the…

SHE was terrified when she lost her job. Like many businesses, the company Nokwanda Zondi worked for was battling to stay afloat due to the crushing impact of the coronavirus crisis. In April, she was retrenched and her only concern was keeping the wolf from the door. “When I heard I was going to be retrenched, I was gripped with fear of survival,” Nokwanda says. “I kept thinking, ‘Ngizophila ngani?’ (What will I survive on?). How will I make ends meet and how will I afford day-to-day needs?’” South Africa’s economy had taken a pounding because of the pandemic and she worried finding a job during these uncertain times would be tough. Nokwanda, who last year completed her BTech in consumer science from the Durban University of Technology (DUT), had…

IRON FOXX THERE’S no lockdown slacking for JAMIE FOXX as he prepares to play boxing legend MIKE TYSON (53). They look nothing alike, of course, so Jamie is sticking to a fierce new workout routine. “Sixty pull-ups, sixty dips, 100 push-ups,” he pointed out. “It’s changing the body. Top half.” There’s a different plan for his bottom half, he revealed. “I ain’t got no legs, I ain’t got no calf muscles so we’re gonna have to get some prosthetics for that.” The 52-year-old plans to pack on the muscle to weigh 98kg by the time shooting starts and he plays a younger version of Iron Mike. He wants to push 105kg to play the older Mike. ‘Sixty pull-ups, sixty dips, 100 push-ups’ HE SAID WHAT? IT’S starting to sound a…

SK Khoza has come out in defence of The Queen producers Connie and Shona Ferguson who denied claims they unfairly dismissed actors from the Mzansi Magic hit show. DRUM readers weighed in too. SK is not the only one singing the Fergusons’ praises. Diamond Mabuza is doing the same. Siyanda didn’t complain about being fired, instead she was grateful for the opportunity they gave her. MAMOLEFE CASENDRA MAIMANE We have to acknowledge that behind the name Ferguson there is a production team and board members who make decisions too. So I think SK Khoza is right, the Fergusons are not to blame for the firing of people. RELOADED DINEO His time is coming. One day the Fergusons will be telling him not to report to work, and I will wait…

IF ANYONE knows what the family of Tshegofatso Pule are going through, it’s the mother of 19-year-old Uyinene Mrwetyana, the University of Cape Town student murdered by a post office worker in Cape Town last year. Uyinene’s death sparked nationwide protests as people demanded an end to gender-based violence but, as eight-months-pregnant Tshegofatso’s horror killing has proved, we have a long way to go. Nomangwane Mrwetyana, Uyinene’s mother, has written a letter to Tshegofatso’s aunt, Priscilla Giwu, who took Tshego in when her mother died 11 years ago. Despair and grief prevail now, Nomangwane says, and those who loved Tshegofatso will never be the same again. But the precious memories of your beautiful child are something no one can ever take away from you, she adds. Dear Mama Giwu, THE…

YOU did it. You climbed the highest hills, you defied the odds and every ‘no’ inspired an even greater ‘yes’. Keep your feet on the ground and never let anyone stop your go.” Thando Thabethe recently turned 30 and she wrote these words to her 20-year-old self, thanking her for never giving up. The star certainly hasn’t let anyone stand in her way. It’s been a busy decade for the TV and radio personality. She’s a household name in acting, broke boundaries in radio and has her own businesses. And she’s made even bigger changes this year. She recently left radio after six years of hosting The Thabooty Drive on 5FM and is now back on TV screens as a domestic worker in season 2 of Housekeepers. It’s different, she…

ACCUSED NO. 1 Tshifhiwa Matodzi, former chairman Regarded as one of the masterminds, Matodzi had control of several accounts at VBS, including Vele Investments, Petronet, Venmont, Robvet, Khavo, Scorpion and Tiisang. These accounts controlled hundreds of millions of rand, some of which Matodzi used to bribe his co-accused, prosecutors allege. Prosecutors also accuse Matodzi of offering bribes to influence them “to act in a manner that amounts to the illegal, dishonest exercise”. Matodzi told the court he couldn’t afford the R100 000 bail set by magistrate Brian Nemavhidi because he was unemployed and owned no assets. However, he posted bail a few days later. ACCUSED NO. 2 Andile Ramavhunga, former CEO He’s thought to be Matodzi’s right-hand man and is accused of receiving millions from his former boss in irregular…

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STRESS has always had a bad rap. And no wonder – it’s often accompanied by feelings of being overwhelmed, irritation and exhaustion, and it’s often linked to disturbing events that are happening in our lives. But more and more, experts are saying moderate amounts of stress can have powerful benefits. Temporary boosts of stress have scientifically been associated with increased motivation, memory, productivity and overall optimism. “It’s true that how people usually respond to stress leads to them being ineffective in stressful moments, intensifying the stress and leaving them feeling depleted,” says Lauren Moss, a counselling psychologist from Sandton. “But think of how stress motivates a student before an assignment or exam. It’s stress that pushes them to prioritise studying over other more enjoyable activities. Athletes also use stress to…

RUINED RELATIONSHIP Q Since I broke up with the father of my child six years ago, I’m finding it difficult to move on. I still love him and want him back, but the problem is I abused him in our relationship, both physically and emotionally. At the time, I didn’t understand how hurtful my behaviour was towards him. He is a good man and didn’t deserve the pain I caused him. I now know my mistakes and take full responsibility. Do you think he will be able to forgive me and give me another chance? REGRETFUL, EMAIL A It is sad you ruined a good thing with your abusive behaviour. On the other hand, it is good you acknowledge the role you played in ending the relationship. You can never know for…

LEO 22 JUL – 22 AUG With relationship-orientated Venus out of reverse gear, the scene is set for smoother interaction on all levels. It seems to be your friendships in particular that should ensue effortlessly, which makes it the perfect week to catch up with your friends. Whether you organise a virtual get-together with your mates or just call them, it’s a week to reach out to your pals. YOUR LUCKY NUMBERS 1, 25, 14, 48, 37, 50 VIRGO 23 AUG – 22 SEP The focus of the week centres on your long-term dreams, hopes and wishes. It’s a great time to review, reconsider and refresh. Whether it’s your professional goals or personal aspirations, material ambitions or spiritual aims, it’s the perfect time to reflect. Take the time to rethink…

SEBERG BIOPIC. 102 MIN. 2019. 16VSNL. Based on the life of actress Jean Seberg (KRISTEN STEWART), this film tells the story of how the FBI surveilled the ‘60s icon for her activism and support of American civil rights groups. This came about after they learnt of her friendship with Black Panther activist Hakim Jamal (Anthony Mackie). Worth watching for the onscreen chemistry between the leads and to see how far the US government will infringe on people’s rights. – LYNN ELY JACOB’S LADDER HORROR. 120 MIN. 2020. 16VSL. MICHAEL EALY is wasted in this unnecessary remake of the 1990 movie. He plays a surgeon grieving the death of his brother, a soldier killed in Afghanistan. But his world is rocked when he’s told his sibling is alive and homeless. Jacob’s…