Skilled guitarist and Tshivenda traditional-music star Thiathu Netshikweta, from Hamakhuvha village near Matatshe, is a worried man. The reason for his worry is that part of his life has been destroyed in what he believes is misfortune meant to test his bravery in the music industry.

Mr Thomas Ndou, better known as “TT” Ndou of Misevhe B, has found his niche in making clay pots. Not only does his new trade allow him to be creative, but it also enables him to supplement his income.

Musician Martin B has come out strongly against children who do not listen to their parents, stating that they will never achieve anything good in life.

A message of hope for pensioners who think that after retirement they must sit around doing nothing at home comes from Mr. Josias Netshikovhela (69) of Pile in the Niani area, who started a new life as a wood carver after his retirement.