Local news
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FMD vaccine rollout to begin in iLembe as farmers warn of heavy losses
Local newsAlmost 50 000 cattle in the district are affected, which is essentially 100% of the population.
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Final week of Phelophepa Healthcare Train in KwaDukuza
Local newsThe free travelling clinic will remain at the KwaDukuza railway station until Friday, February 27.
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Eight Umhlali Saps cops earn their stripes with new promotions
Local newsThe station now has four new warrant officers and sergeants.
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Organic pollution and ammonia linked to Umhlali River mass fish death
Local newsThe area has since been reopened to public bathing.
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Chaka’s Cove tidal pool reopens a week after mass fish death
Local newsThe Umhlali River Mouth area remains closed until test results are available.
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Barking mad for love at Ballito Farmers Market
Local newsThe Valentine's puppy parade was well supported.
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Ballito charity Woman on a Mission steps up for struggling families
Local newsThe charity is focused on helping underprivileged families access education this year.
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iLembe business confidence index hits all-time high
Local newsImproved national economic conditions were cited as the main factor for positive sentiment.
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Prayer, padel and plenty of Ballito events to look out for
Local newsSet your social calendar for the rest of the month.
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Vegetation clearing for Umdloti road widening sparks community debate
Local newsEarthmoving machinery at the Sweetwater Stream raised concerns, but the developer maintains all relevant approvals were met.
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Corpse delivered to KwaDukuza bank over alleged insurance dispute
Local newsThis is the third time a dead body has been left in a bank in the town since 2019.
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Dog bite turns life-threatening for Ballito hairdresser
Local newsShelley Ann Stegen contracted flesh-eating bacteria that could have killed her and almost caused the loss of her hand.











