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The Citizen
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Event organiser demand over R80K refund after Pearl Thusi no-show
Pearl Thusi said she was unable to attend the 'Weekend in the East' festival, where she was scheduled to appear, due to 'intense and unforeseen circumstances'. Namibian event organiser Ludgerus Amushila is reportedly demanding a full refund of N$86,406 (R86,406) from Pearl Thusi's management, Africa Creative Agency (ACA). This comes after Pearl failed to attend the Weekend in the East festival last week. The event was held at AM Ludgerus Boutique Estate in Rundu, Namibia, on Saturday, 31 May. According to The Namibian, Amushila stated that the refund amount includes a N$40,000 booking fee deposit, N$19,346 for flight tickets, N$8,360 for visas, and N$18,700 for vehicle rental — a total amount that was spent specifically on Pearl's participation. Amushila told the publication that all communication and transactions were handled through ACA, not directly with Pearl. 'They confirmed the booking, received payment, and arranged logistics. 'Now that there's a breach, they're passing us on to a lawyer we were never introduced to during the process.' The Citizen has reached out to Africa Creative Agency for comment, but no response had been received at the time of publication. This article will be updated when the agency responds. Meanwhile, The Namibian reported that ACA's Yvette Gayle said the agency is not liable to pay the refund. 'As a talent agency acting solely in a representative capacity, we are not a party to our clients' contractual obligations nor guarantors of their performance… 'Our role is limited to facilitating bookings, negotiating terms, and collecting payments on behalf of our clients.' ALSO READ: WATCH: Pearl Thusi vacays with her daughter in Mozambique Pearl Thusi apologised ahead of the event Prior to the event, Pearl issued a public apology, announcing that she would not be able to attend due to intense and unforeseen circumstances. 'I was really, really looking forward to coming through to Namibia. A lot of people know how much I love travelling across the continent and spending time with different people from our beautiful Africa. Unfortunately, due to intense and unforeseen circumstances, I won't be able to attend,' she said in a video. FYA cc Pearl Thusi..🙏🏾 — Ab Pro (@AbAmushila) May 30, 2025 NOW READ: 'I'm not gonna lie, this is rocking me': Prince Kaybee opens up about health battle
News24
07-05-2025
- Health
- News24
Dewy or matte? Top tips on picking the right foundation
Would you rather look luminous and radiant or velvety and polished? Choosing the right foundation can be a bit tricky. There is a lot to consider – from matching your shade to coverage preference – but deciding on the right foundation finish is even more confusing. When most of us were beginning to enjoy the dewy look, masks came along, and they didn't allow the dewy foundation to stay even. The big question remains: which finish should you go for? Before you decide, you need to understand the good and the bad of each foundation. The difference between a matte and dewy foundation Dewy foundations work well for normal-to-dry skin. They are enriched with natural oils and humectants (substances that promote retention of moisture) to reflect light and produce younger-looking skin. Jojoba and almond oils are the most common oils used in dewy foundations. Formulas include tinted moisturisers and liquid foundations that provide more coverage. Celebs such as Thuso Mbedu and Pearl Thusi often gravitate towards the dewy look. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pearl Thusi (@pearlthusi) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thuso Mbedu (@ Matte foundations have built a loyal fan base and are often described as clean and velvety. They don't have any oils or a shiny finish, therefore can't give you a glow–but they will give you an airbrushed look. They provide incredible coverage for most skin conditions, anything from tattoos to hyperpigmentation. Matte foundations offer versatile formulas such as powder, cream, liquid, and sticks. Here is what we like about the dewy foundation It has a light texture and is easy to blend. It's enriched with hydrating properties. It helps the skin to appear more moisturised. It has radiance-boosting properties. It's great for normal-to-dry skin types. Here is what we like less about the dewy foundation It can make breakouts more visible. It doesn't last long. It gives sheer coverage. Dewy skin is about letting your primer do all the work so that you can get a luminous finish. Tip Use skincare products with hyaluronic acid to create a hydrated base for your dewy skin finish. Here is what we like about the matte foundation It's long-lasting. Provides full coverage. Can be used as a concealer. It's great for oily skin types. Here is what we like less about the matte foundation Not easy to blend. Can give a cakey look and make the skin look dry. Highlights fine lines and facial hair. Skincare products with salicylic acid work well with matte foundations – prepping your skin to create a great canvas for your make-up. Tip Avoid using fingers when applying matte foundation, and instead use brushes to help create an even look.
