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Shaka’s Head man rescued from five kidnappers after house robbery
CrimeThe man was allegedly forced into his own car and told to withdraw money from a nearby ATM.
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Ballito Neighbourhood Watch patrols need community support
Local newsThe voluntary patrols are a crucial deterrent and help to speed up reporting of crimes in progress.
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Request for speed humps on road into Umdloti denied
Local newsResidents called on more speed humps to be erected between the entry to Bellamont Road and the KwikSpar following the…
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Black mamba safely removed from North Coast construction site
Local newsBlack mambas are known for their speed and potent venom and are one of the world’s most feared snakes.
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The real effects of alcoholism: Convicted murderer speaks of regrets after 25 years in prison
Local newsJohn Ndlanzi said he had met thousands of inmates during his time in prison and estimated that 80% had committed…
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Sharks players join in on the fun at beach day to launch new Salt Rock City development
Local newsJordan Hendrikse and brothers Vincent and Manu Tshituka played a bit of touch rugby and helped judge the sand-castle building…
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Two arrested in connection with bicycles stolen from NPO
Local newsThe Salt40 organisation, which teaches children how to ride bikes, has seen more than 25 stolen from storage in the…
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Elaleni’s Swamp Fig Forest shows signs of recovery after major flood damages
Local newsUp to 12 truckloads of sand are being removed from the protected forest daily, allowing it to breathe once again.
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Substance abuse and domestic violence flagged as major issues in the Umhlali Saps precinct
CrimeDrug and alcohol related offences, theft, fraud, sexual offences and assault have all risen in the past year.
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Crime stats confirm KwaDukuza as a national crime hotspot
Local newsThe KwaDukuza station ranked among the top-30 nationally in 10 different individual crime categories.
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School protests lead to promises of upgrades in Thembeni and Etete
Local newsPupils at Tinley Manor Primary are back at school, while those at Thembeni Primary have been delayed by vandalism.
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Upcoming Shakaskraal by-election to test MK’s growth in KwaDukuza
Local newsFormer ANC councillor, Doeshiee Govender, resigned from his seat in council and will now run again as an MK candidate.
