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Nedbank has sold its stake in Ecobank to Bosquet Investments for R1.8 billion, exiting a loss-making investment to reset its Africa strategy toward fully owned businesses in SADC and East Africa.

Half of South Africa’s teachers are over the age of 50, and will cause a major shortage when they retire within the next ten years.

Hailed as a visionary, the Yorkshireman will be remembered for his sculptured silhouettes and theatricality.

The ANC says DJ Warras championed rule of law, using his platform to fight hijacking of buildings.

DJ Warras was gunned down in the Johannesburg CBD on Tuesday afternoon.

MMC Tshwaku says police have identified a woman as a person of interest in the murder of DJ Warras

Measures include fresh penalties for ‘those who spread hate’ as well as new powers to cancel or refuse visas.

The BBC goes to a secret Ukrainian factory, where they are manufacturing new long-range missiles.

Scientists have warned H5N1 bird flu could make a dangerous leap to humans, triggering a global health crisis.

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 seven Kenyans had previously been denied working visas and will now be deported, South Africa says.

A plan for a brand new road that should boost trade comes at a cost to some farmers.

Victor Osimhen is described as a striker “on another level” by team-mate Frank Onyeka ahead of Nigeria’s bid to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Thursday, 18 December 2025.

South Africans planning to visit shopping malls are being warned about the risks of criminal activity.

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BP has appointed Meg O’Neill as its chief executive, making her the first female boss of a major oil giant.

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

MKP member of the provincial legislature, Siphiwe Mbatha-Moyo blamed Boyce for the chaos.

Members who are implicated in wrongdoing continue to participate in the League’s activities: Rakosa

Sir Chris Hoy opens up about his journey with terminal cancer and how the mental strength he honed as a six-time Olympic gold medallist is helping him inspire others.

Dragons will do all they can to prevent star number eight Aaron Wainwright joining Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake leaving Wales.

The Australia spinner now sits sixth on the all-time list with 564 wickets after removing Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide.

At this point, it’s not just Wilfried Nancy’s Celtic team that’s a hard watch, it’s Nancy himself, writes Tom English.

Keir Starmer, announcing new strategy, says ‘toxic ideas are taking hold early and going unchallenged’

Children as young as 11 who demonstrate misogynistic behaviour will be taught the difference between pornography and real relationships, as part of a multimillion-pound investment to tackle misogyny in England’s schools, the Guardian understands.

On the eve of the government publishing its...

Mere days after being launched, the Identikidz child safety programme is already off to a successful start in Cape Town.

When the money dries up, the mashonisas come out to feed. Here’s how the National Credit Regular (NCR) says you can spot them …

Home affairs insists the raid operation was lawful and unrelated to diplomatic interference.

The six men accused are expected to appear in court on Thursday, 18 December 2025.

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 18 December 2025, in our simple morning fix update

Within the DA, Steenhuisen is seen to be drunk on power and using it to decide who comes in and out of Cabinet.

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“Make it Possible: Now is Yours” signifies a moment of empowerment for youth: the era has arrived for young people to embrace their unique possibilities and authentic selves.

Bitcoin’s modest rebound to $87K has steadied short-term sentiment, but conviction is still weak in a fragile market. One analyst even predicts a sub-$80K price, pointing out that traders are either stepping aside or being forced to rotate elsewhere.  Amid this capital rotation, traders are looking toward altcoins to buy and crypto presales that offer […]

The Chinese government is ramping up its efforts to curb “excessive competition” in the local car industry.

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.

Complex presenter Kimberly Wilson speaks to Nina Higson-Sweeney about ways to manage OCD.