Vol. 3 - Issue 12 13 Nov - 28 Nov 2013H A M B A V A N G E L I

Deputy Minister for Human Settlements Zou Kota also had a high spirited fling with the lord

Event Task Team, Funeka Mfundisi,Mzwandile Gcodo,Nombulelo Ntsiba,Zingisa Ntshebe and Nomfanelo Hobongana, were at the 21st anniversary of Savuka Burial Society

DJ Cleo doing the crowd greeting at Stellenbosch

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Rev. Nkomfa Mkhabile in full flight during his Maranath Gospel Show in Khayelitsha recently

By Viwe Ndongeni

A 5000 strong crowd of worshippers descended on Khayelitsha’s Mew Way Hall to support and celebrate the launch of a cd by boisterous Reverend Nkomfa Mkhabile, recently.

It was a gospel star -studded affair as the likes of Khanyisa, Lusanda, Pumeza, Mfundo Tywaku, Bathobile, including Jouyous Celebration stars Bukiwe, Nobathembu and Siyasanga, graced the show.

And the VIP list included politicians the likes of ANC leaders ANC Nomaindia Mfeketo, Nomvula Mokonyaane, Zou Kota and deputy minister Marius Fransman.

Reverend Mkhabile is the brains behind the Maranath Gospel Show and if this latest offering is anything to go by, his wings are set to fly him higher than the rest.

Popular radio announcers Mam’ Rhweqane and Putco Mafani, including Nomonde Vakalisa , also graced the proceedings.

The latter duo kept the crowds alive with jokes and entertainment as the masters of ceremony.

Traditional leaders also graced the occasion.

All the invited guest artists did not disappoint as the fans ate out of the palm of their hands, feasting on the soothing sounds that sated their souls.

The atmosphere was filled with dancing, joy and high praise.

The host, Mkhabile was his usual self: “I am here to make a statement to Satan and all detractors; that my God is bigger than all the hurdles that life can throw at me”.

Mkhabile said it had been a long journey, but was even more ready for the challenges ahead.

“This show is dedicated to all the women in my life because they are the ones who always cover my back and push me forward to break all limitations…without them I am nothing” he added.

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Reverend Rhweqana of Mhlobo Wenene fame and another pastor bless Mkhabile with prayers during the show

“...my God is bigger than all the hurdles that life can throw at me”.

Editorial Team

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1. Deputy Minister for Human Settlements Zou Kota also had a high spirited fling with the lord.2. Butho Vuthela peforming at the CD launch.3. Putco Mafani and Nomonde Vakalisa from Mhlobo Wenene.4. Khanyisa, from East London also entertained the crowds at the gospel show.5. Nobathembu, previously with Joyous Celebration, was a guest star at the show.6. ANC MP Zodwa and deputy minister Marius Fransman enjoy the show.7. Gauteng Premier Nomvula Mokonyaane in high spirits.8. Popular singer Lusanda was one of the featured guests.

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SAVUKA Burial Society was started 21 with the intention of helping other members of the community at the time of death financially and emotionally.

“This is not just a burial society, it is a family. We cry when one of our members is crying and we share the joy when one has something to be joyful to share or an achievement” Said Nombulelo Mtshiliba.

And on Saturday past the above statement proved true with dancing, laughter and good companionship when the organisation celebrated this milestone with a gala event the Eros School in Athlone.

There were strict instructions for members to dress to kill. So that awards were given to the best dressed couple on the occasion.

Winner in the female category Mveli Mngxuma said: “I feel so proud and happy to have won. I feel extra beautiful after being publicly acknowledged for my outfit”.

Umhlobo Wenene FM’s Sis Thoz said she had watched this society grow in front of her eyes from humble beginnings, and it was great to see their members being treated and spoilt like royalty on the occasion.

“As the saying goes; you reap what you sow, and judging by what is happening here, I can see that the rewards are great,” she added.

The society has gained renown for also helping under privileged children, in terms of sponsoring with school, crime prevention measures and community development.

And as part of the social responsibility initiative, the pledged again to sponsor Masimanyane Primary School in Khayelitsha.

“We are happy that we are able to contribute to the community and leave an impact” said Nomfanelo Hobongwana.

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“This is not just a burial society, it is a family.”

By Viwe Ndongeni

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CLASS and sophistication was the order of the day during the Tenth Anniversary of the Youth In God Movement held in Khayelitsha recently.

The Youth In God Movement(Yogim) aims to reach out to young people affected by crime, violence and gangsterism.

Crime prevention and reducing the risk spread HIV and AIDS are the backbone of this outfit, the principle being that this is only achievable through Christ.

The movement is the brainchild of husband and wife team Nonceba and Mthuthuzele Mbola, who hold that things have not been easy-going since the day they conceptualized the idea, but they never gave hope.

“But the more things look unattainable, the more it is working” they said.

Mbola added that he has seen tremendous growth from young people since they

started. He has seen some getting married, some becoming businessmen, some have been inspired to get more education and others have gone on to start their own churches.

“I stand with great joy and a thanks giving because of what the Lord has done in this movement,” he said.

By Viwe Ndongeni

Youth God In Movement founders Mthuthuzeli Mbola and his wife Nonceba celebrate a decade of hope

“...the more things look

unattainable, the more it is

working”

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During a picnic show at the Vergenoegd Wine Farm in Stellenbosch recently, a member of the public captured this wanna-be Skhothane washing his hands off a bottle of whisky, much to the

bemusement of those watching around him

Jabulani Makhosonke Mncube: But these are old ppl?

Mikael M Dayi IX: Look at the hand with a red bull tin, I think it has some intention krkrrkrkrkrkrkrkrkrkrkrkrkr

Lumkile Islam Sebaretlane: Actually thts urine in that bottle not the real liquor so le chap ihlamba izandla zayo ngomchamo lol hahahaha classic

Motse Xhamela Mfuleni: Signs of the times

Thembekile Terra Mbunge: Nci nci nci Skhothane tendencies.

Andile Mgweba: nkosi yam. umsindo endinawo bobububhanxa benziwa yilenkwenkwe

Sva Mgwetyana: Skhoth so hard....azimbi izihlangu zakhe

Thembekile Terra Mbunge: Ungafika iyi Viceroy ke le igalelwe kula bhotile

Thobile Maso: Kowuu! Pres hahahahaaaaa

Andile Mgweba: The shoes this nonsense is wearing are far cheaper than the bottle. What king of madness!

Jabulani Makhosonke Mncube: It looks like Johnnie Walker Gold.

Marang Mamahlodi: They wearing matching shirts, skhothanes culture! This guy sd hv bought the belt!

Andy Thekegelo Moleme: This idiot could have spent his money somewhere on a better cause.

Nandi Mhlongo: hahaha ppl are starring bathi ngotshwala pho

Lonwabo Mfundisi: Ha ha ha ha this is what i call a Don yase kasi

Bongeka Bongi-Bee Mdala: Hayi inobo yi Rooiboos tea or 5 roses le lol kukho nje ibhotile ezithwayo*engayiqondisisi kakuhla.

Lonwabo Mfundisi: Yi Kumnkani le iskwala ngabo am sure ipula necephe before itye kodwa amanye amadoda awakho clever.

Rhulani NgwaNdengeza Siweya: Maybe it’s tea inside lol

Thanduxolo Gugs Mamkeli Snr: Is it necessary dude? Come on

Simpiwe Maqhubela: hahaaaa khotha more!

Koketso Choma: but that yello bone wearing a yello jacket is in great shock! She must be thinking of how many weaves she can get with that bottle of whisky

Jabu Hudson Mathonsi: I think I know this guy

Itani Rasalanavho: INSULT TO THOSE POOR STREETKIDS WHO SLEEPS ON THAT PARK.

Sivuyile Mbambato: Where was this

Itani Rasalanavho: with torn up carvellas and fake belt, NXA!!!!!

John Mcebisi Sonjica: Hayke Alex u must upgrade kule festive coz uyabona yinto yohlamba izandla le

Winnie Jazmine Migoza: but that shirt looks like a skhothane’s.

Vusi Mona: Shouldn’t be washing his hands with whisky, not when his shoes look that tired. Stop showing off with expensive whisky and save up to get yourself some shoes my chief!

Oluwatoyin Rotimi: That is life too much money

Vuyo MamTolo Gwayi: That looks like rooibos tea

Vuyiswa Mdlankomo: Hahahahaaa Vusi those shoes r very much exhausted indeed kwaaa

FOLLOWING the posting of the picture of the Skhothane on Facebook, Upliftingstar was amused by the comments of some memebrs of the social network site.

Below we print some of them.

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1. DJ Cleo doing the crowd greeting at Stellenbosch.2. Wele.3. Lauren Dowries and Estorita Arendse.4. Zimkhitha Mfecane,Phoebe Magodla and Onelisa Mashiya.5. Vernacular rapper IFani wows the crowds at Stellenbosch.6. Zukiswa Nkomo, Sinazo Sondlo,Unathi Gombo,pam Sondlo,Zoleka Sondlo,Zintle Mhlebi andThembela Dimaza.7. Palisa Handula,Aphiwe Ndoni,Sivenathi Njoli,Sbusiso Gumede,Megan Makhohliso and Akhona Kiva.8. Khaya,Tobias and Mandie.9. Xigubhu singer enetrtained the crowds at the Stellenbosch’s Vergenoegd Wine Farm.10. Khayelitsha’s dj’s Svij and Counter chill down with company.

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