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Kazuyoshi Miura, who turns 59 in February and is the world’s oldest professional footballer, has signed a loan deal until June with Fukushima United.

Gauteng transport inspectors discontinue 45 vehicles, impounded 30 others, and arrested 27 people for offences including drunk driving and bribery during festive season operations.

Transnet is showing a meaningful operational turnaround in ports and rail, but analysts warn that its continued state-controlled monopoly over infrastructure and policy could ultimately constrain long-term growth.

Police confirms that a firearm seized during the arrest of a suspect linked with the Atteridgeville mass shooting has been positively linked to the crime.

Kolwapi insists the firearm was not a real one and that the incident was a symbolic act against GBV.

Twelve people were killed and 13 wounding in the Saulsville mass shooting, earlier this month

The department’s MEC Bukiwe Fanta says they intend to open a case against the parents.

The gruesome mass shooting left the Bekkersdal community devastated and still living in fear.

Cecilia Giménez’s effort to restore the painting Ecce Homo earned the artwork the nickname “Monkey Christ”.

The country’s first female prime minister governed in periods of violent unrest and economic hardship.

The father-and-son duo spent a month in the Philippines before the attack that killed 15 people in Bondi.

Trump shrugged off the drills which come two weeks after the US announced an $11bn arms sale to Taiwan.

Forward John Mano, who lost his best friend to the civil war in Sudan, says the squad will “fight” for their country on the pitch at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.

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

The leaders of Guinea and the Central African Republic aim to consolidate power after Sunday’s polls.

Prince Buthelezi Mall will open its door in April, with the mall hoping to improve access to formal retail in Empangeni KwaZulu-Natal.

Locals say job losses, stagnant investment and a recovering economy have defined the past decade.

Here are five important things happening on Tuesday, 30 December 2025.

Tributes continue to pour in following the death of former ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi.

Magadzi was 75 and served as deputy minister in two portfolios: transport and water and sanitation.

The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

The EFF says the move threatens Somalia’s territorial integrity.

The Premier Soccer League’s January transfer window opens in less than 48 hours. Kaizer Chiefs are expected to strengthen their squad.

Stellenbosch FC have moved swiftly to appoint veteran PSL coach Gavin Hunt following Steve Barker’s departure to Simba SC.

Bafana Bafana have conceded four goals in three matches at the AFCON, which is a major concern ahead of their round of 16 clash.

Three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic suffers a “gut-wrenching” knee injury as the Denver Nuggets lose 147-123 at the Miami Heat.

The Western Cape High Court has ordered the City of Cape Town to provide a suitable venue for minstrel troupes to participate in their cultural competition.

The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development has strongly condemned a viral video showing a woman giving alcohol to her child.

Prince Kaybee opened up about the death of his mother and urged people to be mindful of their weight. Take a look…

The Gauteng Department of Social Development came under criticism after failing to spend more than R100m during the 2024/25 financial year.

While De Kock and Breetzke’s record partnership stood out, the Sunrisers bowling attack again sealed a bonus-point win.

The Public Sector Partnership that helped boost fruit exports in 2025 has been renewed for 2026.

The remains were located on the riverbank, close to the area where the SANDF patrol vehicle involved in the incident was previously found.

One of the most effective ways to show South Africans that your products are worth their money is through a product review on MyBroadband.

Artificial intelligence’s insatiable appetite for data storage has delivered a relatively recently-listed Japanese memory chipmaker world-beating stock gains this year.

LG Electronics introduced a TV designed to resemble framed artwork, imitating a style popularised by rival Samsung Electronics in recent years.

VW’s most expensive SUV has all the luxuries you’d expect with performance to rival a hot hatchback.

The deal could be valued at about R20 billion and would involve HOF Capital and BlueFive Capital.

Vehicle-related crimes in South Africa have been trending downwards in recent years.