My Uber driver who picked me up from the Airport in Durban stopped at the garage to fill up. He poured R80 worth of gas. Just before he started his car, I told him I wanted to fill his tank for him.
Him: How much?
Me: However much it costs.
Him: Are you sure?
Me: Yes.
Two weeks ago, another South African, Caitlin Rooskrantz, quietly made history by winning the Gold medal at the 2019 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, making her our first international Gold medalist in Gymnastics. She will be competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
And that ladies and gentlemen how how Trevor Noah, filled up Madison Square Garden! What an achievement! He killed it! South Africa is untouchable right now
Kiernan passed on the 10th of Feb 2023. On the 11th of February 2022 he asked me to write a book about his life. Almost exactly a year to the day before he passed on.
His wife was in hospital recovering from an operation, so he goes everywhere with son. He does not leave him with a female relative because he says, “Ngum ntanam.” The child is his and so his responsibility.
Just got a call from the Uber driver I spoke about on the weekend. He wants to thank everyone who eWalleted him. He also says he will give me a video call when he gets home because his mom and dad want to see me 🤣
My 93-year-old great aunt was about to wash dishes when I surprised her. She smothered me with kisses and then started admonishing me for only seeing her once last year. She has every right. I will see her more often now.
My dear brother, Nganga, whom I loved very much is no longer with us. I never imagined this day would come.
I would also like to plead that no speculation take place as we are still dealing as a family.
I am sorry that some of his friends will find out this way.
RIP Ngangaye
Black woman in white dominated sports have had it tough. We forget how the press treated Venus and Serena, how they were booed by crowds. But let me tell you about Surya Bonaly, a French figure skater who is the only Olympic skater to land a backflip - male or female. On one leg.
A 52-year old man in KZN has been charged with attempted murder after continuing his saloon business after testing positive for the Coronavirus. Just in case you think South Africa is not taking this seriously.
What an absolutely beautiful, kind and classy tribute to Siya Kolisi by Squidge Rugby. This is not only a tribute to Siya but in some ways, a love letter to the Boks and maybe, just maybe, to us as South Africans too.
What an incredible week for South Africa this has been. November has been a good week for our country. The Springboks, Shomadjozi, the KFC Proposal and how we have come together. And today Trevor performs at Madison Square Garden. November should be National Positivity Month.
Is it me or am I imagining that it seems that
@zozitunzi
is the one Miss SA who’s reign most South Africans seem to be really emotionally vested in a very long time?
Kevin: Is that Khaya you were talking to?
Trevor: Yes, it’s him.
Kevin: No way bro! You know him? You think he’d be cool to take pic?
Trevor: He’s pretty humble for a guy who wears glasses. But take it easy, your nervousness is showing.
Kevin: I can’t believe you know him!
So happy about that KFC wedding, especially after someone mocked the proposal. South Africans countered with positivity. This is a sign of what we can do when we counter negative energy with positive action. Well done South Africa.
Went to Buns Out
@BunsoutL
for the first time izolo. The portions are generous. I was like, “I won’t finish this, it’s too big.” Needless to say, so mnandi, I finished the thing. Well done
@MapsMaponyane
proud of you.
Stopping the sale of alcohol was a great move. As a result, the casualty sections in hospitals from stabbings, shooting and car accidents have been reduced drastically. This has resulted in the “freeing” up, if you will, of healthcare professionals and beds to combat Coronavirus
Holding my third book. It’s a miracle that dreams can come true three times. I am blessed and fortunate, I do not take this blessing for granted.
It’s going to be distributed in the next week and should be available from the last week of August/first week of September.
The advertising industry lost a rising star. My brother, Nganga was way more talented than I ever was. The very first ad he came up with won a Loerie Gold. It was for Channel O. That was not enough for him, it also won a Grand Prix.
#RIPNganga
Yeeess! Zozibini has taken it! Miss Universe 2019.
SA got the crown in 2017, runner up in 2018 and we regain in 2019! Congratulations Tolokazi, Dlangamandla, Zulu, Mchenge!
#MissUniverse2019
@zozitunzi
Am at the airport watching The Underground Rail. No, look, that Emmy is ours. Thuso’s performance soaring. Barry Jenkin’s directing is masterful. Each shot is a great painting.
#ThusoMbeduDay
Some more good news for Simlindile, the Uber driver I met in Durban.
@IamCeemie
did something amazing for him. She used her skills as a graphic design student. I gave her his numbers and she made business and thank you cards for him.
Mr president, you have risen to the challenge during a difficult time. You have navigated a complex situation while uniting your people. There is still a long road to go and it’s not going to get any easier. Because you have our backs, we have yours.
#CyrilFridays
Who am I going to laugh at for being an Arsenal fan now? Who is going to teach me all the random skrrr music you listened to?
You were and are still loved Nganga. Thank you everyone for your condolences. My family is overwhelmed by the love you had for him.
I don’t understand people of the Republic of Cape Town. Look at this. That time Cape Town has the most infections and most fatalities in the country. Of the 297 cases reported nationally yesterday, the Western Cape alone contributed 207. But look. 🤷🏾♂️
Nike just did that. They are with Colin Kaepernick (Trump is going to be so upset) and Serena Williams. They are also poking the NFL in the eye. The campaign also features one-handed football player Shaquem Griffin, who made the Seattle Seahawks for the upcoming NFL season.✊🏾
Was going through an old box and stumbled on these. I would recite them to myself.
Some of you know that I was homeless for a few months in Cape Town where I was studying, sleeping in amongst rubble in a flat that was being renovated and on desks at AAA School of Advertising.
I saw some comments of people saying we will finally have a black princess. Africa has had royal families for centuries. We have Kings, Queens, Princes, Princess.
The best loves are often the ones you find when you are not looking and neither desperate to find love or the one. It happens when you are most happy and at peace with yourself. Your soul guides you there, not your wants.
If Thabo Bexter crossed the border, there are many accomplices with a case to answer. The Home Affairs officials at the border. Those who made fake documents. The prison wardens. The people who helped him scam and launder. Well done Tanzania for apprehending him.