The Thembisan

29/12/2025

Motoring | There could be some welcome relief for motorists in the new year, with improving market conditions pointing to notable fuel price cuts.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/motoring/2025/12/29/petrol-price-cut-on-the-cards-for-januworry/

29/12/2025

Caxton Network News | A couple married just months ago were among three people killed in a horrific head-on collision on the N3 in the Free State.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/young-pretoria-newlyweds-killed-in-n3-head-on-crash/

29/12/2025

Lifestyle | If your New Year’s Eve plans are still up in the air, we’ve got three last-minute destinations that will make for an unforgettable start to 2026.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lifestyle/2025/12/29/celebrate-new-years-eve-somewhere-unexpected/

29/12/2025

City of Ekurhuleni warns against illegal fireworks before New Year

People caught setting off fireworks illegally will be fined R1,000 immediately.

People caught setting off fireworks illegally will be fined R1,000 immediately.

29/12/2025

Sport | Big crowds and standout individual performances have set the tone for a blockbuster SA20 campaign.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/network-sport/2025/12/29/sa20-teams-look-to-build-momentum-after-explosive-start/

29/12/2025

Expert shares essential dos and don’ts to prevent drowning

With swimming season around us and some drownings reported, Janine Urwin shares how drowning incidents should be handled.

With swimming season around us and some drownings reported, Janine Urwin shares how drowning incidents should be handled.

29/12/2025

How to choose and finance your tertiary studies: expert tips for students

With the new academic year approaching, students face crucial decisions about what to study, where, and how to fund their education.

With the new academic year approaching, students face crucial decisions about what to study, where, and how to fund their education.

29/12/2025

Caxton Network News | A baboon who rose from orphaned rescue to a social media star is being remembered for a life filled with mischief, love and an extraordinary bond with her human and animal family.
Read more: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/beloved-baboon-cindy-mourned-across-south-africa/

29/12/2025

Caxton Network News | A seal showing erratic behaviour at Central Beach was euthanised, with officials warning the public to avoid wildlife until rabies test results are confirmed.
Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/rabies-fears-prompt-euthanising-of-seal-at-plettenberg-bay-beach/

28/12/2025

Sport | Former champions Andy Birkett and Matt Fenn will return for the Dusi’s 75th edition as organisers prepare for a historic milestone race.
Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/network-sport/2025/12/28/iconic-dusi-canoe-marathon-marks-75th-edition-in-2026/

28/12/2025

Caxton Network News | A ceiling collapse at Northgate Mall caused brief concern, while a severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Gauteng.
Video and more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/lnn/article/watch-ceiling-collapse-at-randburg-mall-sparks-online-panic-amid-severe-weather-warning/

28/12/2025

Motoring | MG’s second-generation ZS Pro offers sharper design, more power and a full suite of active safety features, making it a standout in its class.
Read more here: https://www.citizen.co.za/network-news/motoring/2025/12/28/mg-zs-pro-review-more-power-more-tech-more-appeal/