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Fellow actor Kajol, who is also depicted on the statue in London, said it was “a little unbelievable”.

There had been calls for Israel to be excluded over the conduct of the war in Gaza.

Police search properties after making arrests in Eastbourne and Brighton.

Men and young people between the ages of 15 and 24 have been urged to get tested for HIV and AIDS

Concern is rising over the issue of reckless and negligent driving during this period.

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been placed on special leave by President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Discovery Bank, South Africa’s fastest-growing bank, announced a wide range of new digital features, product updates and partner offers as part of a major platform enhancement that expands its financial services ecosystem. The updates follow earlier improvements introduced this year in financial planning tools, digital security and personalised banking experiences. Among the newest additions...

Russian President Vladimir Putin made the remarks to an Indian broadcaster before landing in India for a state visit, but refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject.

The New York mayor-elect’s victory has energized the European left, with politicians casting themselves as their country’s version of Mamdani, and strategists eager to study how he won.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visits India Thursday for the first time since launching the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. It comes after the U.S. imposed tariffs on India for buying Russian oil.

Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi’s social media accounts for violating their policy.

BBC Sport’s Ask Me Anything team explains when players will meet up with their countries at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Known as “One Boss Lady”, Ethel Chisono Edwards has become known for her rants about the president.

Residents in two tower blocks see a large rise in their energy bills that were previously subsidised.

New data shows that around 180 small and medium-sized businesses are on the brink of closing their doors in South Africa. 

Some 98 million passengers entered and exited the station until the end of March, the regulator says.

Some analysts said the score was a mere fluctuation in the run-up to the Budget.

Masemola says the aim of the intervention is to fast-track service delivery

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu is testifying at the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile addresse to the National Council of Provinces on Thursday.

Jacob Zuma has lost his bid at the Supreme Court to overturn a ruling that he pay back R28,9m

Which team has to play three matches, in three competitions, in six days later this month? And which Premier League team has the least exhausting December schedule? BBC Sport takes a look.

Former England captain Michael Vaughan says Joe Root is key to England winning the Ashes series against Australia.

Glamour games, a generous group or perhaps a bit of both? BBC Scotland examines the possibilities for Steve Clarke’s side in Friday’s World Cup draw.

Highlights from day one of the Second Ashes Test in Perth.

University is already being investigated by police over ‘allegations of financial irregularities’ and has suspended three of its senior staff

The University of Greater Manchester is being investigated by England’s higher education regulator amid mounting allegations of financial misconduct, bribery and bullying.

The Office for Students will examine whether the former University of Bolton had...

A year after her split from Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, Rachel has launched a movement titled ‘Falling Forward’. Take a look…

Faf de Klerk’s wife Mine shared new photos of their newborn beautiful baby girl, Yuke de Klerk. Take a look at the newest ‘Bok baby’.

Three incidents of racing pigeons being stolen in South Africa in as many months has raised suspicions of a criminal syndicate …

Catch up on the biggest stories this Thursday, 4 December 2025, in our simple daily news update.

Indie gaming and arts festival Playtopia returns to Cape Town this year with a large continent of global developers and local talent.

Thuthukile Zuma is vying for ANC deputy chair in Johannesburg as delegates elect new regional leaders.

Privacy stalwart Nicholas Merrill spent a decade fighting an FBI surveillance order. Now he wants to sell you phone service—without knowing almost anything about you.

The diverging path of China’s two leading AI players shows where the country’s artificial intelligence industry is headed.

This is how much you can expect to spend on petrol when driving to the beach this holiday season.

BYD has finally launched the new Sealion 5 in South Africa, a plug-in hybrid SUV that’s R100,000 cheaper than its closest competitor.

Diseases like pneumonia and flu must be taken much more seriously, England’s chief medical officer Sir Chris Whitty says.

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