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Fergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. Here, he researches the long-term effect on them – and what, if anything, can help.

Zia became the country’s first female leader in 1991 after its first democratic election in 20 years.

More than 30 new laws have been created this year, including these lesser-known bits of legislation.

The victim sitting on her porch, holding a child, on Christmas Day when she was struck by a bullet.

Police say all the victims of the Cape Flats shooting were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment

Rescue teams have recovered remains believed to be that of the missing SANDF member.

The Xaba family will be relocated following the collapse of a double-storey building, in Doornkop

The Mangaung Metro Municipality is concerned about fireworks purchased at illegal outlets.

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.

The draft regulations are aimed to address concerns around chatbots, which have surged in popularity in recent months.

The share price performances of South Africa’s largest banks have varied drastically over the last year, with Capitec clearly on top.

The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts.

Gables Cats and Dogs Home says some dogs in its care are difficult and have certain requirements.

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.

Every key bit of Premier League team news and the most important Fantasy Premier League statistics – all in one place.

Having been appointed MBE in the New Year Honours, Olympic pommel horse champion Rhys McClenaghan says he is “all in” after an injury-wrecked 2025.

England full-back Ellie Kildunne says she “thought it was spam” when she first heard that she would be appointed an MBE in the 2025 New Year Honours.

England and Manchester City defender Alex Greenwood tells BBC Radio 5 Live she is “proud of the journey” she has been on as she is appointed an MBE in the 2025 New Year Honours.

A Children’s Booker prize, library cards for newborns and a major campaign – initiatives to encourage a love of books in children are a cause for celebration

Reading to children from a young age leads to greater happiness, educational success, empathy and social mobility – no wonder the government wants to encourage everyone to do it more. To this end, next year has been decreed the National...

The billionaires club has a new member, namely Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.

South Africa’s Grammy Award-winning DJ Black Coffee’s girlfriend, Victoria Gonzalez, has shown off their new R157 million Clifton home.

Israel’s move, linked to strategic interests, marks the first time a UN member state recognises Somaliland, which declared independence 34 years ago.

As the clock strikes midnight, focus on your own joy, kindness, and mental space instead of social media pressures.

A record partnership by Proteas batsmen Quinton de Kock and Matthew Breetzke set up a 48-run bonus-point win for the Sunrisers.

Appollis scored a late penalty to ensure Bafana Bafana reach the last-16 round of the AFCON.

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

1.5 million South Africans visit TopAuto each month to read more about the latest vehicles and automotive sector news.

The first combustion engine car was developed by a man who would go on to help found one of the world’s most iconic automotive brands.

Research shows women are 27% less likely than men to receive CPR from bystanders.