ACHILLY Port Elizabeth could not keep festinos away from the Nelson Mandela University’s International Culture Festival at the Tramways Building last Saturday.
If you wanted ideas on what to wear or what to cook for Heritage Day in September, then this was the place to be.
Cuisine from all over Africa could be found including those blasted mopane worms. I tried them because I’d like to think I’m adventurous, although I’m actually not.
Students looked colourful in their doeks and traditional outfits and Skinnerbek even spotted a couple of Mandela Bay Fashion Week models such as Tendai Paula Danda and Rimbizai . . . . Oh, to be skinny and young.
After that event your gossip girl went to Kwano’s Meat Corner for the Russian Bear #iamnext competition. I am not sure if people did not know about this event because some seemed to ignore it, but KwaNobuhle’s hip-hop heads turned up in their numbers and supported those who auditioned for a chance to record with Kwesta.
Last Saturday one of my minions was lucky enough to see Zonke Dikana live in concert at the Boardwalk ICC. Zonke looked stunning in a monochromatic sequined ensemble.
She should be an ambassador for girls with short hair because she has been rocking that do long before it became a trend.
My minion, who loves sing-along shows, was in her element and noted that Zonke had everyone on their feet singing and dancing to her tunes.
One of the surprises of the day was the comic relief delivered by rising star Tsepiso Nzayo.
There was not a single straight face in the room when he was on stage and I also hear the brother looked mighty fine in his MaXhosa jersey by Laduma Ngxokolo.
Don’t you love it when Port Elizabethans support their own? I know I do.
Until next time darlings, it’s ciao for now!
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WAVING THE OTHER SIDE’S FLAG: Argentine supporters Marilu and Arnesto Zanetto supported the South American team when it faced the Springboks last weekend at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
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WOMEN ON TOP: Businesswomen, from left, Tshiwela Mhlantla, Pnina Fenster, Vuyo Zitumane, Sonja Tifloen, Darushka Williams and Teresa Rainier addressed the audience at BLC Attorneys’ Conversations with Women breakfast at the Boardwalk on Wednesday
OUR BLOOD RUNS GREEN AND GOLD: Roger Joseph, left, and Sheldon Harmse drove in from Jeffreys Bay to watch the Springboks vs Argentina game at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium last Saturday
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NETWORKING SESSION: Ruth Jones-Leverment, left, and Mvokazi Nceda discussed business interests after the Women’s Leadership event hosted by Mancosa at the Greenacres Presbyterian Church hall last week
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DIVA POWER: Vicky Oelofse, left, and Anja Webber took part in the Diva Run competing for St Alban’s Athletics Club last weekend in Summerstrand
PATRIOTIC SPIRIT: Singer Sasha Lee sang the South African national anthem at the SA vs Argentina rugby match last Saturday at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium
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SUNDAY VIBES: Athenkosi Madyo, left, and Makori Tonyela spent their Sunday afternoon listening to musician Zonke Dikana at her ‘Homecoming’ concert held at the Boardwalk ICC Go online to: www.heraldlive.co.za for a gallery of pictures from events...
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NEW FRIENDS: Students, from left, Teneille Troskie, Lebogang Ramabu and Ziyanda Mavovana met new people at the Women’s Day function held at Nelson Mandela University’s Business School last weekend
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DOEKS ON FLEEK: Nobesuthu Rayi, left, and Unathi Ngqolombe listened to female artists at a Women’s Day event at Ekupholeni Cocktail Lounge in Zwide
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AFRICAN REGALIA: Afuku Olobusola, left, Busisiwe Mbelu and Luphumlo Ngantweni attended Nelson Mandela University’s International Culture Festival held at the Tramways Building last Saturday
IN HER ELEMENT: Musa Lucas, 13, entertained guests at the Nelson Mandela University International Culture Festival with her marimba tunes last Saturday at the Tramways Building
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SOUL SISTER: Jazz singer and composer Nosisi Mavela entertained guests with soothing sounds at a Women’s Day event held at Ekupholeni Cocktail Lounge in Zwide
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IN LEGAL STYLE: BLC staff, from left, Madeleen Charsley, Karen Lee and Teresa Rainier – one of the speakers – welcomed guest Leoni Mare to their table at this week’s BLC Conversations with Women breakfast at the Boardwalk
IN GREAT SHAPE: Athlete Ntombesinthu Mfunzi finished the 10km in third position at the Diva Run, held to celebrate Women’s Day at Kings Beach last weekend
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WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: Event organiser Zakirah Arends, left, invited Summayah Ally to showcase her business at Mancosa’s Women’s Leadership event held at the Greenacres Presbyterian Church hall last week
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TURNING HEADS: Nokubonga Siyo looked stunning in her two-piece African-print pants suit at the Zonke Dikana ‘Homecoming’ concert last Sunday at the Boardwalk ICC