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Former British soldier Hayden Davies, labelled a mercenary by Russia, will be sent to a maximum-security prison.

State-owned enterprises have weighed heavily on the state’s balance sheet over the past few decades, with government guarantees to these companies reaching over R700 billion in 2025.

La Niña may increase the likelihood of above-normal summer rainfall, warns the weather service.

The Polokwane High Court continues with sentencing proceedings against murder convict Rameez Patel.

Water is steadily re-entering the network, but some communities continue to experience low pressure.

A new drama uses the real, gut-wrenching recordings of a call for help from Gaza to tell a harrowing and profound story.

The aunt of the youngest victim of the Bondi shooting says those who are angry should “plant a seed of happiness” in their heart in memory of her niece Matilda..

The U.S. will sell Taiwan $10 billion in weapons, including missiles, howitzers and drones, a move expected to escalate tensions with China.

European Union leaders will meet in Brussels on Thursday to decide whether to use frozen Russian assets to help finance Ukraine’s war effort.

The air force personnel have been released but have not yet returned home, Nigeria says.

Manchester Museum curators hope the exhibition of African items will provoke ‘honest conversation’.

British citizens Abdifatah Gulaid and Noah Ihiekwe were seen carrying guns and parading with troops.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah prepares for another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles other stars who never lifted the trophy.

The government’s decision to hike the fuel levy this year ensured fuel prices ended up worse off in 2025.

The demand follows a “super-complaint” about the home and travel insurance sectors.

The Commission is probing criminality, corruption, political interference claims by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi

Sebolai, who is an ANC councillor, has been removed following a council sitting.

Patriotic Alliance MP Ashley Sauls attended the funeral of Witness D, Marius van der Merwe.

The Commission is probing criminality, political Interference, and corruption in the justice system

LIV Golf South Africa has confirmed its 2026 music line-up, delivering an unmatched fusion of global stars and South African performers.

Scarlets aim to extend their winning run in the capital when they take on United Rugby Championship play-off hopefuls Cardiff at the Arms Park.

England manager Sarina Wiegman becomes the first women to be named Dutch Coach of the Year at an annual awards ceremony in the Netherlands.

Look back at what was an incredible year for South African rugby, with both the Springbok men’s and women’s teams excelling.

The Sharks have made just two changes to their match 23 for their huge clash against the Bulls.

For Ndungwana, the timing of the win carries deep personal significance.

Tshwane and Johannesburg will experience similar weather patterns, with daytime heat before rainfall develops later in the day.

The list of features 40 countries, with 26 of them coming from Africa. The US accuses them of not having proper document control.

TechCentral’s South African Newsmakers of 2025 shaped outcomes that reached beyond boardrooms.

The director of Deepfaking Sam Altman created a “Sam Bot” when he couldn’t get an interview with the OpenAI CEO. Watch an exclusive trailer for the documentary, which comes out in January.

We found the best protein powders that won’t make your shake taste like drywall.

We did the research (and taste-testing) to find the best greens powders worth your money. The Bloom Nutrition Superfood Greens Powder is our tried-and-true pick.

Motorists in South Africa can look forward to a price reduction for both petrol and diesel this January.

The South African African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has issued a warning for South Africans during the festive season.

A doctor from Chelmsford calls for more checks to stop the drugs being sold inappropriately online.

Experts say there is a complex picture behind why more babies are being delivered through surgery.

Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.