The Thembisan

06/01/2026

Caxton Netwerk-nuus | Robbert Joubert (73) word sedert November in die hospitaal behandel nadat hy tydens die skietvoorval in beide sy arms gewond is.
Meer hier: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/chubby-chick-skietvoorval-beskuldigde-weer-in-absentia-voor-die-hof-na-dubbelmoord-op-broers/

06/01/2026

EMPD issues 32 traffic fines during New Year’s Eve roadblock in Kempton Park

32 motorists were fined during a New Year’s Eve roadblock conducted by EMPD officers in the Kempton Park area to check driver and vehicle compliance.

32 motorists were fined during a New Year’s Eve roadblock conducted by EMPD officers in the Kempton Park area to check driver and vehicle compliance.

06/01/2026

Caxton Network News | Newcastle Municipality confirms that a senior municipal executive and his bodyguards were injured in a shooting.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/senior-official-and-bodyguards-ambushed-and-shot-in-kzn/

06/01/2026

Community caregiver appeals for help to trace family of late David Fourie

Long-time community caregiver Rebeca Phathakge has appealed to the public for help in tracing the family of David Fourie, who died on December 14.

Long-time community caregiver Rebeca Phathakge has appealed to the public for help in tracing the family of David Fourie, who died on December 14.

06/01/2026

In Case You Missed It:

More than 390 babies born at Gauteng public hospitals on New Year’s Day

Gauteng public health facilities welcomed 396 newborns on New Year’s Day, with the provincial Health MEC visiting new mothers at Leratong Hospital to mark the occasion.

Gauteng public health facilities welcomed 396 newborns on New Year’s Day, with the provincial Health MEC visiting new mothers at Leratong Hospital to mark the occasion.

06/01/2026

Caxton Network News | Search and rescue teams are still looking for Rikus Kylander, the teenager who went missing while snorkelling in Mozambique.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/krugersdorp-teen-missing-for-18-days-multinational-teams-continue-search/

05/01/2026

Night Owl News:

Simple ways to help children prepare for school in January

Starting school in a new environment can make children nervous - a completely normal but overwhelming experience. With a few intentional steps, parents can make the transition lighter and more reassuring.

Starting school in a new environment can make children nervous - a completely normal but overwhelming experience. With a few intentional steps, parents can make the transition lighter and more reassuring.

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

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/