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Siwelele have no plans to sell their rising star to any team ahead of the January window after rejecting an offer from Europe.

More than R2.5 billion worth of drugs have been seized from illegal operations throughout the year.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has started announcing funding eligibility decisions for the 2026 academic year.

The boat, which is a family’s home, will be refloated in the new year.

During the arrest police recovered one AK47, pistols and ammunition.

Police also confiscated all the alcohol after they arrested the owner of the tarven.

Gordon Adams of Plooysburg was arrested after allegedly attacking his 20-year-old ex-girlfriend.

The vehicle had earlier been involved in a crash and everyone in the surrounding area was safely evacuated before the blast.

The United States and Ukraine have reached a consensus on several critical issues, but sensitive issues around territorial control in Ukraine’s eastern industrial heartland remain unresolved.

A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women – some going without food for days.

French magazine Jeune Afrique has ranked four South African cities among the top 30 most attractive destinations on the continent for quality of life and investment.

Data from the Department of Public Service and Administration show that over 37,800 government employees are millionaires.

BP has sold a 65% stake in its motor lubricant arm Castrol to US-based investment firm Stonepeak.

Engineering and construction giant Murray & Roberts Holdings has delivered its final message to shareholders as it announces it last day on the JSE, and the next steps of its liquidation in 2026.

Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following an illness.

Mashatile called on South Africans to continue embracing the values of Ubuntu.

The Bitou Deputy Mayor was seen in a widely circulated video at the weekend, firing a gun.

George Maluleka waa a fan favourite at Kaizer Chiefs but surprised many when he made a move to Mamelodi Sundowns in 2020.

BBC Sport NI takes a look at all six of the Boxing Day matches in the Irish Premiership.

Ulster make six changes to their starting line-up for Saturday’s United Rugby Championship game against Connacht at Dexcom Stadium.

Coventry City and Southampton are charged by the FA for the scenes after the final whistle in their draw at St Mary’s on Saturday.

Venus Williams and Andrea Preti are a picture of wedded bliss after becoming husband and wife.

Left your gift shopping too late? These affordable last-minute gift ideas are thoughtful and perfect for late sleepers.

British comedian Russell Brand will appear in court in January 2026 to face two new charges of rape and sexual assault.

Limpopo traffic authorities warn of heavy congestion as 700 buses head to Moria for Christmas services.

Italian and EU regulators are probing whether Meta is unfairly locking billions of WhatsApp users into its own AI chatbot.

The state intends to oppose the suspect’s release on bail.

After years of subdued holidays, Bethlehem’s streets filled again with music, pilgrims and promise.

Years before returning to politics, Cyril Ramaphosa was part of a group of investors who helped Seacom defeat government attempts to block the launch of its undersea cable in South Africa.

Monitors are cheaper, faster, and more beautiful than ever. Here’s how to choose one that will suit your needs and budget.

South Africa received 15 new bakkies this year, including two double cabs with first-of-their-kind powertrains.

WeBuyCars has agreed to pay a fine of R2.5 million to the state, and R3.4 million to refund consumers.

South African buyers can access the Honda Elevate SUV for less this festive season thanks to strong finance offers and cash rebates.

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.

The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.