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A South African icon at 50: Charlize Theron and the confidence of ageing well
South African expat Charlize Theron at 50 is sparking conversation – not for denying age, but for redefining what ageing well really looks like.
WEDNESDAY, 17 DECEMBER 2025, 16:46

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South African expat Charlize Theron at 50 is sparking conversation – not for denying age, but for redefining what ageing well really looks like.
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Items included school supplies and baby clothing, highlighting how this lay-by kindness directly met people’s fundamental needs.
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South Africa’s passenger car market is revving again, hitting an 11-year quarterly high of 111,697 sales in Q3 2025. With rate cuts, ultra-low vehicle inflation and rising confidence, buyers are swinging back to new cars as Chinese brands accelerate.

South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa is addressing the SADC Heads of State and Government Summit.

South Africa
WC Quarterly Crime Statistics reveal an increase in murders of just over 9% in Cape Town.

South Africa
Childhood friend of DJ Warras pays tribute to his friend, he remembers him as a caring farther

South Africa
His assassination came just weeks after he testified before the Madlanga Commission in Pretoria.
World
A Latin-quoting cat lover with a penchant for three-piece suits, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has been thrust to centre stage in the EU over his opposition to using Russian assets for Ukraine.

World
A tanker seized by the US is believed to be part of a “ghost fleet” used by Venezuela to evade oil sanctions.

World
A decade ago, the self-proclaimed Islamic State group held vast swaths of territory across Iraq and Syria, but President Trump declared it destroyed in 2019.

World
Hundreds of mourners gathered in Sydney, Australia, this week for the first funerals for the victims of the Bondi Beach mass shooting.

Africa
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.

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

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

Africa
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.

Business
Some seasonal workers have seen pay rises this year but some Santas may have to tighten their belts.

Business
South Africans are increasingly saying goodbye to Cape Town—but most are not leaving the Western Cape.

Business
The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed – driven partly by essentials.

Business
The Prime Minister said Roman Abramovich should make good on his pledge that money from the sale of Chelsea FC would go to benefit Ukrainians

Politics
SABC News has you covered with our Madlanga Commission highlights tool.

Politics
The IEC is gathering views to see if it can introduce e-voting, i-voting or both in future elections

Politics
The top six positions were elected unopposed, Collen Malatji has been re-elected as the president

Politics
Some parties view the day as vital for unity and nation-building

Sport
World No 1 Carlos Alcaraz has announced he is splitting from his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero after seven hugely successful years together.

Sport
Fifa announces a 50% increase in the prize money it will award to participating teams at next year’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Sport
Kaizer Chiefs face January decisions, with exits likely. Last year Mduduzi Mdantsane and Christian Saile both moved, history may repeat itself.

Sport
Macclesfield forward Ethan McLeod has died in a car accident on the M1 motorway while travelling back from a game.
Education
The government said it would pay about $760 million to allow young Britons to take part in 2027.

Education
The dismissal of a a renowned health leader who refused to ignore Palestine highlights false claims of universality in human rights, global health and academia
Last Tuesday afternoon, Dean Andrea Baccarelli at the Harvard School of Public Health sent out a brief message announcing that one of the country’s most experienced and accomplished public health leaders, Dr Mary T Bassett, would...

Education
Negotiations among EU leaders continue ahead of critical European Council meeting in Brussels on Thursday
We are also getting first reactions from members of the European Parliament.
Sandro Gozi, an Italian politician elected to European Parliament from France, welcomed the agreement on the UK rejoining Erasmus+, saying it was “excellent news”.
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Education
We’d like to hear from people who think they may want to participate in the programme from 2027 and those who have taken part in the past
The Erasmus scheme, officially called Erasmus+, is to reopen after the government announced an agreement to rejoin the student exchange programme.
British students and staff will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027. They will be...
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Entertainment
Buckle up for more high-octane spinning and suspense on the Cape Flats when the new season in the ‘Spinners’ franchise lands in 2026.
Entertainment

Entertainment
‘Tourists’ rights are at stake,’ shouted a Louvre Museum visitor as 300 employees voted to prolong the strike, citing chronic shortages and disrepair.

Entertainment
Two first‑degree murder counts and special circumstance allegations filed against Nick Reiner.
Science/Tech
OpenAI is in discussions with Amazon about a potential investment and an agreement to use its AI chips, CNBC confirmed on Tuesday. From the report: The details are fluid and still subject to change but the investment could exceed $10 billion, according to a person familiar with the matter who asked not to be named because the talks are confidential. The discussions come after OpenAI completed a...

Science/Tech
Netflix’s live-action remake of the beloved Japanese franchise One Piece has been renewed for a third season ahead of the premiere of its second.

Science/Tech
From tinned fish to baked goodies, you can deliver the best-tasting treats to their door—even if you don’t live close by.

Science/Tech
ACT has welcomed communications minister minister Solly Malatsi’s policy directive to Icasa on BEE.
Motoring
Motoring
Motoring

Motoring
TopAuto gives brands direct access to over 1.3 million South African car buyers each month.

Health
Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.
Health
The American Heart Association report runs contrary to recent studies — and the group’s own guidelines — that found any amount of alcohol to be harmful.

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

Health
The new proposals mean those needing complicated care over numerous appointments could save up to £225.