Northglen News

05/01/2026

Sport | 'Sometimes you need a bit of luck on your side,' says Bafana Bafana head coach.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/network-sport/2026/01/05/broos-insists-bafana-have-not-gone-backwards/

05/01/2026

Caxton Network News | Criminals didn’t get a holiday – and neither did police, with thousands arrested in connection with offences ranging from severe to less serious.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/suspected-mass-killer-and-serial-rapist-among-high-profile-arrests-in-festive-season-crackdown/

05/01/2026

Caxton Network News | A metre-long croc briefly swam in a residential pool close to the Crocodile River in Mpumalanga – before disappearing just as quickly.
Watch video here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/watch-crocodile-takes-a-dip-in-komatipoort-pool/

05/01/2026

Lifestyle | If you love dessert but don’t feel like baking, this easy banoffee pie in a glass is exactly what you need.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lifestyle/2026/01/03/banoffee-pie-with-caramel-treat-and-dark-chocolate/

05/01/2026

A string of recent drownings has put swimming safety under the spotlight, with emergency services racing to multiple beaches in just one week.

From heartbreaking loss to near-miss rescues, these incidents highlight the very real dangers of rip currents, unsupervised swimming, and alcohol near water.

https://www.citizen.co.za/north-glen-news/news-headlines/local-news/2026/01/05/nsri-urges-caution-after-drownings-along-kzn-coast/

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Drowning incidents have been reported at Pennington Beach, Hibberdene, Umkomaas, Durban, Ballito, King Cetshwayo and St Lucia.

05/01/2026

Caxton Network News | A frantic search ended in a horrific discovery when a missing woman was found dead in her boyfriend’s home just days after he was discovered dead in the same house.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/missing-sharpeville-woman-found-dead-in-boyfriends-house-following-his-alleged-suicide/

05/01/2026

A new community-powered app, My Street Champion, is launching in Ward 36 to help residents track problems, monitor progress and hold authorities accountable, all in one shared space.

Find out how this locally built app plans to change the way neighbourhoods work together.

https://www.citizen.co.za/north-glen-news/news-headlines/2026/01/05/durban-north-community-activist-launches-service-delivery-app/

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My Street Champion will be available on the Google Play Store next week, with an Apple App Store launch expected in the coming weeks.

05/01/2026

Lifestyle | Warm, tactile and beautifully curated – kitchens are taking on a luxury feel with a homely cosiness this year.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lifestyle/2026/01/05/kitchen-trends-to-make-2026-your-most-elegant-year-yet/

05/01/2026

Important notice for residents | A network fault has knocked out eThekwini’s emergency and toll-free lines across the city.

The Municipality says teams are working around the clock and alternative contact numbers have been activated so residents can still get help. Here’s what you need to know -

https://www.citizen.co.za/berea-mail/news-headlines/local-news/2026/01/05/network-fault-knocks-out-ethekwini-emergency-lines/

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A network fault has disrupted eThekwini’s emergency and toll-free lines - alternative contact numbers now activated.

05/01/2026

Copper theft is costing Durban millions.

Despite arrests across Durban North, Kenville, Riverhorse Valley and beyond, the crime continues to cripple services and drain city resources.

Here’s why authorities are urging residents to stay alert and report it immediately.

https://www.citizen.co.za/north-glen-news/news-headlines/local-news/2026/01/05/arrests-highlight-copper-pipe-cable-theft-cases/

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When it comes to copper cable theft, the eThekwini Municipality has spent more than R40m to replace several tons of stolen cables last year.

05/01/2026

Sport | After overcoming a life-threatening medical emergency a few years ago, a teenager returned stronger, winning awards for swimming and athletics.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/network-sport/2026/01/05/from-icu-to-podium-bryanston-primary-schools-akhile-ncube-claims-top-honours/

05/01/2026

After months of speculation and public outcry, the City of eThekwini has finally revealed the cost of the giant statues on Snell Parade and at Moses Mabhida Stadium.

Officials insist the R22m price tag is “good value for money” and a boost for tourism, but not everyone is convinced.

https://www.citizen.co.za/berea-mail/news-headlines/2026/01/05/city-confirms-early-2026-unveiling-of-controversial-durban-statues/

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